When I used to make ski movies, I was focused completely on hard-core action, due to the nature of the product. Apparently I was missing out. There’s nothing more exciting than watching someone ski at the limit of human performance. However the most special moments on the mountain occur closer to reality. Sometimes they occur right next to the parking lot.
Skiing on Mount Olympos in Greece is like nothing you’ve lived before. This short film features Mike Styllas, one of the refuge guardian on Mt Olympos. Up until a few years ago, the refuge on Mount Olympos were completely closed during winter. Several of the refuge guardians, Mike included, realized the potential for ski mountaineering and Continue reading Mount Olympos (The Pantheon)
The idea of skiing and snowboarding on Mount Athos was one we had been dreaming about for years. However, we were not sure however if it would ever be possible. Athos has been a holy Christian sanctuary for over 1000 years. It is therefore not a place one travels to indiscriminately. Because most people regard skiing and snowboarding as frivolous, we expected a negative reception.