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Jamie ‘Striker’ Strachan – 1973–2025 Hailed as the British Godfather of European freestyle skiing, we pay tribute to Jamie Strachan, who graced the cover of Fall Line’s millennium edition over two decades ago. Words: Louise Cameron Hall Photos: Jancsi Hadik This winter, the Alps will miss one of their brightest free spirits. Jamie ‘Striker’ Strachan – Somerset-born, Chamonix-based and hailed as the Godfather of European freestyle skiing – passed away in April, aged 52.

Whether you’re carving through fresh powder or navigating challenging backcountry terrain, having the right ski poles can make a real difference in your performance and comfort. We’ve analyzed eight top ski poles across various price points to help you find the perfect match for your skiing style. More than just pointy sticks, poles can really improve your stance and comfort. More than just pointy sticks, poles can really improve your stance and comfort.

Powderhound is not just another homeware and lifestyle brand. It’s a celebration of mountain life, adventure, and design. Founded by lifelong skier and creative mind Natasha Durlacher, this London based brand brings the spirit of the outdoors into homes with ski inspired tableware, stylish après ski clothing, and unique artwork. Every piece reflects a love for nature and the exhilaration of time spent in the mountains.

PHOTS: freedomsnowsports.com The mountain is a playground, and there’s always something fun to ski, even when conditions might not be perfect blower pow. We’ve pulled together some of our top tips for all-mountain shredding—no matter what the snow is like underneath your feet. Follow these tips and you’ll become a more versatile skier, able to tackle all terrain with confidence and style, like the Swiss Army knife of skiers.

By Sam Anthamatten Photos by Frederik Kalbermatten and Jérôme Tanon In 2022, I teamed up with extreme snowboarder Victor de Le Rue to make the Alaskan ski movie Free Rider. The experience taught me invaluable lessons about backcountry adventures, and here, I reflect on what I learned. We had been stuck in Haines for ten days, waiting out bad weather, when another storm appeared on the forecast. This was all part of the game—waiting, watching, and hoping for a break.

Photos: freedomsnowsports.com Mastering the technique – and your head-game – for skiing steeps opens up a whole world of opportunity. If you feel in control on steep terrain, you can ski just about anything. While you might already be taking on steep terrain like a mountain goat on espresso, a few pro tips can help you charge even harder on even steeper slopes (and with less bleating).

Its high-altitude glacier makes Les Deux Alpes snow-sure until late April, and there’s even summer skiing to be had from June until September. It won over sponsored skier and self-confessed nomad Jack Peppiette back when he visited as a teen, and now he’s made it his home. We caught up with him to get the low-down in this local’s guide to Les Deux Alpes. For an easy warm up to start the day take the Jandri Express I and II all the way up to the bottom of the glacier.

A jagged triangle of rock and ice rising above the Tosh Valley, Papsura is one of the loneliest summits in the Indian Himalaya. Alongside its twin peak, Dharmsura, it is known locally as the Peaks of Good and Evil. At over 21,100 feet, its true height is debated with some claiming 21,120 feet and others saying 21,252, but there is no argument about its presence. Remote, wild, and split by a near mythical line, it is a prize for only the most skilled ski mountaineers.

It’s time to get sorted for socks. The right ski sock—whether you need ski socks for men, ski socks for women, or simply the best ski socks UK—can make or break your day on the slopes. Here’s a detailed guide to help you find the right pair of socks for skiing adventures, including options for thermal ski socks and the warmest ski socks available.

She is considered one of the greatest alpine skiers of all time and is on the brink of making history. Brian Pinelli caught up with her at the start of the season. Mikaela Shiffrin is certainly not shy or ever at a loss for words, however, the 97-time FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup winner prefers, ideally, not to engage in lengthy discussions about records. Naturally, it is a hot topic considering the almost-routine dominant performances delivered by the 29-year-old Colorado ski racer.