Glossary and mottos
Arva: an avalanche transceiver used for searching for avalanche victims. There are numerous different types available: ask an expert for help choosing one which suits your needs
Powder: fresh, powdery snow
Powpow: deep, freshly-fallen powdery snow
Backcountry: off-piste skiing, usually a distance away from the marked
Spot: a favourite with freestyle addicts, this area is not to be missed for it’s amazing freestyle opportunities and features!
Rider: someone like you, on a quest for adventure!
Fat: wide skis
Freeride: this is what riders dream of: making tracks far away from civilisation with utter freedom
couloir: a sheer slope which truly gets your adrenaline pumping!
san bernardo: our favourite ski area...
contest: at the end of the week you and your new mates can compare tricks in this relaxed competition
kick: jump
run: your route from A to B
RNS: Ride ‘n’ Style – it’s wicked!
OUR MOTTOS
Pride comes before a fall
Only losers brake


Ski Freeride Lexique