STRANDA SPLITBOARD INTRO
The perfect course to get yourself started with splitboarding. Experience what everyone is raving about the right way. We have designed this course specifically for people who want to give this a try. With gear rental capabilities and terrain that is nitpicked to boost your confidence, all you have to do is show up and have great time!
Once completed, this course will have given you the tools and knowledge necessary to attend an avalanche course, or take full advantage of a hired guide.
This course is a collaboration with Stranda Snowboards who provide the rental gear and Swedish comedy.
GET TO KNOW THE MOUNTAIN
This course covers a wide range of mountain safety topics for you to feel safer when you will get out there on your own. Route finding techniques will make you able to find your way up and down the mountain. Avalanche companion rescue will be discussed at length so as to ensure your, and the group's, safety. Weather and avalanche safety bulletins will also be explored as a way to get ready and what signs to look out for. There will also be time to empty our bags and chat about what is and isn't necessary to bring on a typical day touring.
Click on the link below for access to a sample course outline which includes a checklist of what is recommended to have in your pack, as well as more information about all topics covered during the course.
"As the resorts are getting to crowded it's easy feel the urge to leave the safety of a controlled ski area to find untracked powder. Stranda offers backcountry clinics for a safer experience."
Mats Drougge, Stranda Snowboards Founder
DAILY OUTLINE
DAY 1
Rider Improvement and Safety
The first day is all about snowboarding in off-piste terrain. We will discuss the different types of terrain and snow to encountered when going out splitboarding and try some techniques in order to become better riders in those conditions. Some safety aspects of snowboard touring will also be discussed as well as avalanche safety equipment.
DAY 2
Walking and Transitioning
On the second day, repetition will be crucial when learning how to walk uphill with a splitboard on our feet. All techniques such as side hilling and kick turns will be practiced. We will transition between riding and walking mode at least a half dozen times in different conditions in order to master this crucial phase where lots of time can be wasted if not done properly.
WHAT YOU'RE PAYING FOR
COACHING
1 day riding improvement and mountain safety session.
1 day splitboard technique coaching day.
NOT INCLUDED
Transportation to and from the clinic
Accommodation
Meals
Splitboard Gear Rental
Avalanche Gear Rental
Travel insurance
DATES, LOCATIONS, AND PRICES
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27-28TH JANUARY, 2023
Åre, Sweden
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17TH-22ND APRIL, 2023
Riksgränsen, Sweden
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