International (Europe/Japan/Southern Hemisphere) Powder skiing in Europe versus North America

[James]

Just stay in North America. No big deal.

So, you can just hop off-piste then. You just said so, @Cheizz. Not true. That's not what I said. I Said: "You can if you know what you're doing (i.e. have the training, can assess the risks, adjust your plans or lines accordingly) or hire a guide." That's what I am saying and will be repeating over and over.

Let’s just say you may hop off piste whenever you want, but whether you can (do it safely) is another matter you get to decide.
Barring a specifically roped off area, which does happen.

 

[Cheizz]

We just put this article online. It has been in the making since last season, but I think it will fit into this discussion nicely...

Avalanche safety, part 1: Education

In this series of articles, we want to give an insight into the realm of avalanche safety. It is not a course. This is merely an overview of what avalanche safety consists of, and how each part fit…

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[Cheizz]

Ortovox just launched their new and improved 'Lab Snow 2.0'. It's free online content discussing the basics of avalanche safety. Great stuff.

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