La Sportiva Blog

Backcountry Skiing - Understanding Safety
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Ski team athlete Jason Dorais says knowing what you don't know is half the battle in the backcountry... Read more...
Backcountry Skiing - More Accessible Than You Think
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La Sportiva athlete Andy Dorais talks about the rewards—no lines, better powder—of backcountry skiing... Read more...
Getting Out in San Francisco - Top 10 Trails
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Ten trails for hikers or runners that show off the coastlines and old-growth forests of the Bay Area Read more...
Getting Out in DC - Top 10 Trails
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Find more than museums and monuments in D.C. Explore the city's surroundings with our trail guide... Read more...
Getting Out in Seattle - Top 10 Trails
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Ten trails for hikers or runners that show off the lush forests and rocky summits surrounding Seattle... Read more...
Need to Know Skimo: Colorado
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Uphill policies from a few Colorado ski resorts decoded- so you can get more time on the skin tracks.  Read more...
Anton Krupicka - Switch to Skimo
Anton Krupicka skiing
From the Dolomites to the Rockies, when snow caps the mountains Anton Krupicka takes to the planks...  Read more...
Getting Out in Boulder - Top 8 Trails
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With open plains giving way to high peaks, Boulder's hiking trails cover beautiful and varied terrain.  Read more...
Nick Elson - Safety Tips for Mountain Running
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Mountain runner and climber, La Sportiva athlete Nick Elson shares safety tips for technical terrain.  Read more...
How To: Weekend Backpacking Tips
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La Sportiva shares tips for weekend backpackers trying to get the most out of their time on the trail. Read more...
Kristina Pattison - Rolling Your Hip Flexors
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Routine mobility work provides noticeable results and pays dividends in performance and recovery time. Read more...
Kristina Pattison - Hip Mobility for Runners
Kristina Pattison running on summit
Full range of motion in key joints, like the hips, is vital in reducing risk of injury among runners.  Read more...