Chasing the sun to Chamonix style first tracks - Topside ep1

The sun left the arctic for the winter, so we followed it south to the Alps, and linked up with Loic to ride some classic Chamonix lines.
In this episode:
/ nikolaischirmer
/ loicisliker
/ joonasmattila
/ andersvest
The full gear talk: • The complete backcount...
The snow report: opensnow.com/
Presented by Norrøna

[@mansmeers5164]

I really love to see myself how you've massively grown as a filmmaker. These are legit movie quality "vlogs"! Keep up the great work!

[@ewik939]

Lots of cred to Joonas too, to say the least! 🙌🏼

[@shloa]

The Hidden Faces guy in a Schirmer video. Best ski vid makers together! Nice!

[@tavakessler]

Congrats on finally hitting 100K subscribers! You freaking deserve it!!!

[@JakkeJakobsen]

Nico Schirmer and Cody Townsend back to back videos?! I'm blessed 🤩

[@callumglass]

I can't believe, you drove over 4k kms then do that...as your first line. Absolutely mental haha. Nikolai, that guidance and support you gave Loic going up, on the crux was divine. Can't wait for episode 2! Stay safe team.

[@simon.annies]

Haha I am 196cm (6'5'') and would love to go on a rant together with Loic on tall skier problems and how most companies have basically abandoned us, making powder skis that dont come in longer than 189cm :D Thanks for the great video as always. You are basically 80% of my ACL rehab motivation content. Probably gonna watch Eulogy tomorrow again on the stationary bike.

[@astasjaa]

G3 and black crows make skis over 190 but idk any others

[@simon.annies]

@@astasjaa black crows makes the anima in 194, yes. But where is the 196 nocta for example? Doesn't make sense to me that that doesn't exist, when it is a full rockered deep powder ski that u can easily ski in body height plus 10cm

[@norway.]

Volkl Katana 108, 191 cm Völkl Confession, 193 cm Rossignol Black Ops Sender, 194 cm Armada Tracer 118, 195 cm Salomon QST Blank, 194 cm Blizzard Rustler 11, 192 cm Black Crows Anima, 194,4 cm K2 Mindbender 116C, 193 cm Elan Ripstick 116, 193 cm Fisher Ranger 116, 193 cm Rossignol Sender Squad, 194 cm

[@simon.annies]

@@norway. look I am aware that I overexaggerated a little bit with the number 189. But the thing is that to a person my height, even 193 is borderline too short for a pow ski. I'm not asking for +10cm of my height, as most people consider the correct lengths for a powder ski. But looking at the Völkl example. It's great that the confession comes in 193. But where is the logic behind the revolt 121 (which is more specific to deep snow and also significantly more rockered) only going up to 191? Völkl used to be THE brand to go to as a tall person, the shiro even came in 203. What happened? The 4frnt renegade used to be 196, now it's 191. The tracer u mentioned is discontinued, now the longest Armada ski is 192. It's just a weird trend and I don't understand why it is happening. Surely there must be enough skiers taller than 185cm who would buy a 195+cm deep powder ski

[@src248]

People are recommending short baby skis, what you really need is a pair of 200cm reverse/reverse skis (Praxis and Heritage Lab both make one)

[@drivingmissmolly]

I can picture all of your videos playing at the Banff film festival. Incredible.

[@jeknoable]

Loic was killing it, as were you! Beautiful shots and conrats on 100k subs!

[@woczypij3542]

The shot at 13:35 is just too good. Great clip, great lines, great shots!

[@jasonwooden]

The soundtrack, the opening score in particular, coupled with the mountain views are Ahhhh-inspiring! Nice. Work.

[@lwst4707]

I love how you prep talk to each other and compliment the turns - Team work makes the dream work 🎉

[@zara_mov]

always amazing to see the videos you upload and they inspire so many people to do what they love, thank you for showing your journey with skiing with us :)

[@tobypodbur5829]

that was sick as, I'd love to see some content of you skiing off piste at resorts, it would be super cool to see what's out there.

[@drewwatson4258]

This is amazing. The edits, the skiing,the zero emissions, your the best!!

[@rockymountainwoman2618]

Nikolai has the ability to stay so calm and focused as he gives clear direction to his partner in such a potentially perilous situation. This is true leadership!

[@Bigmountain73]

So good! Always get the stoke levels maxed when I watch you films. Get the first ski of the season in a day and this just fired me up!

[@Noobje7525]

I don't know why or even if you will see this but I loved your videos so much that I started learning Norwegian on Duolingo

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Haha!

[@Noobje7525]

@@Nikolai_Schirmer OMG I never thought you’d reply but thanks I guess it is kinda funny too

[@Noobje7525]

I guess if I finish learning it then I wont have to use the subtitles in your videos

[@cadegglo850]

as always such a great video, the effort you put in is really noticeable

[@jimborainbird2311]

For Sale: 1 pair of 194cm Blackcrow skies. I can't even begin to imagine what it was like to "squeeze" through that crux on a 45 degree slope. Really enjoyed that vid. Hope to see you on the mountain this season

[@nananoute]

Thank you for making me love my vallée even more, beautiful video!

[@louiedevere9011]

nice...im skiing in Chamonix at the start on January so its nice to see the snow conditions are good

[@Henkky]

Congrats on 100K! You and Joonas are great team 👊💯

[@vladislav_lax]

Niko I love what you do I watch all your videos on repeat and all my friends are sick of it. You bring infinite amounts of stoke to the table and I hope you never stop with this absolutely crazy content. Go topside boiiis!!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Topside boys forever!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Topside boys forever!

[@jacobjdong]

congrats on 100k! I've said it again and I'll say it before, your content is some of the best on this site and I highly commend you for all the epic content!!

[@darkicnarkiccc7655]

Bro you are giving me so much motivation for skiing,cant wait to do my first lines and cant wait for your another videos keep doing this you are killing it

[@LuluxuStudio]

Niko is always so calm, supportive & caring to his friends

[@mathiasbrun9038]

Been waiting for this upload, and congrats on 100k aswell!

[@olivercheyne5134]

Absolutely love your videos!

[@andersdahlenmyhr1920]

Great video! Amazing skiing and decisionmaking, remember to stay safe!!

[@mathiasweinreich1100]

Let's go Niko i've been waiting for this one and then you bring a Dane!! Another lovely film - Can't wait for this series! And congratz with 100.000 subscribers you deserve it so much.

[@theos6848]

Love your videos. Been watching for a few years and makes me want to visit the north! We get some dark in Seattle too but losing the sun is wild haha. Best of luck and thanks again for making these great videos!

[@onetapexe6012]

Congratulations for the 100 000 subs !!!! Amazing content and beautiful drone shots.

[@sigveklokk]

Amazing as always😍

[@imthatorphan4018]

Congrats on 100K!!! You deserve 10 times that. Love the content man, it makes me want to be like you. Keep it up man ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@vianadg]

your videos are amazing, Nikolai!

[@nestorschluter4481]

To every normal skier this just looks impossible. Great Work!

[@johnwatson8192]

Another epic! It was so refreshing to see the downclimbing bits as I thought on the way up how the hell can they ski that? As always send some love to the photographer/videographer they go to some extraordinary lenghts (or should that be heights) to put my heart in my mouth.

[@banoodel5121]

Dude! Such a great video! Did my first skitour of the season last weekend! Cheers!

[@cryx4]

congrats on 100k nikolai!!!! onwards and upwards.

[@kingofrelax1113]

Such a extreme relaxing video

[@drewwatson4258]

Cant wait for more!

[@johnrobinson5506]

Insane riding guy’s what a line 🎿⛷️💯💯💯

[@lionelbennaceur1626]

That was a sketchy climbing session, the rappel in ski also a bold moment! Big fan of you Nik! Chapeau to your Dutch partner! Nice turns indeed!

[@herkusr01]

Beautiful as ever, Niko!

[@philhobs1]

Crazy line, you don't miss!

[@ciasa9488]

Phew. These videos just get more and more nerve wrecking! Stay safe and congrats om 100 k!

[@c-macmcnulty3390]

Congrats on 100k easily my favorite creator

[@nickv3085]

Niko has such great vibes - thanks for posting these vids man, one day ill make it to the alps

[@steveilg6134]

Bergschrund's are terrifying; wise call! oh, and, "There are less things to bump into,"... facts! great job again Nikolai! head bowed from (actually HIGH altitude - I skate skied up to 12,000'+ yesterday) the Colorado San Juans!

[@Ohmaleo]

as always weeeeeeew.... congrats for the 100.000 subs :D

[@TheVirtualSherpa]

Spicy tacos for breakfast, love it. A+ as always - 15 minutes have never seemed so short.

[@AlanLamb11]

First time I've seen the ascent look more fun than the ski down by Nikolai.

[@feikemanting5258]

daym a lot more mountaineering than skiing, shows where the passion is, both :)

[@AC-ge2tr]

This is amazing man.

[@TheSwedishMeatball]

Congrats on 100k!

[@Elarrion]

Fet video, Niko!🙌

[@roaldwal2006]

I realy like your video’s Nikolai!🔥🔥

[@info-ql2ns]

you make the best video

[@rainmaker3700]

Amazing lighting!

[@freash59]

So good Nikolai

[@iEagle2k]

Gongrats on 100k subs all deserved

[@knutovekihle5001]

Gratla med 100k 🤩

[@JacobWesterSki]

on point as always, compadre ;) 10/10

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Takk kompis!

[@nicolasrubin811]

no joke these aren't only the best skiing videos online but their just some of the best content over all. really amazing stuff and you deserve all the success coming your way

[@Esbenowitch]

100.000 subs - congrats

[@benjamingruber8983]

Insane!

[@thisguy3342]

You guys are nuts 😳 cool video

[@adtheviewer]

Joonas' grading in this, sheeshhh, so good

[@nicolasdeleener4359]

Go to tignes, i'll be there in february. It's my childhood and it's truly the best of all stations!

[@finnmcsharry9854]

you are living the dream

[@daviddepodwin4579]

Gnarly and good.

[@flotterfranz]

amazing video

[@turnerweinmeister9645]

He is bacc

[@CasaDelMandar]

congrats on 100k subs!

[@domesticterrorist483]

Nice shot of Stetind. You need to climb the south west pillar some time, a great route.

[@troydaniel9104]

Still the best ski content online

[@electromonkeyt6885]

Congrats on 100k

[@ianzinnerphoto]

"Did anyone bring sunscreen"?🤣💙

[@onecutmedia]

Can I ask what is the main source that is producing electricity along your travels?

[@suveersinghdugal2497]

the quality of your footage is better than apples wallpapers now, such as the Yosemite wallpaper, nd your drone footage is insanely good

[@cherrymansk]

Clicking Like before watching.

[@HeySers]

Amazing video as always, appreciate your work! Does anyone know the brand of Loics glasses when going up? The glacier ones?

[@mountbohemia7276]

top-notch

[@MurCurieux]

Wicked!

[@oakleytrecartin6524]

Unreal

[@ianholl9100]

Rasmus is the man!

[@Doomst0ne]

10:54 top side boys!!!! all jokes aside, this is the real deal

[@ostin1]

the "bergschrund" callout was hilarious

[@Cesfire-kt8tt]

jag är också svensk. jag gillar att se att någon jag gillar att kolla på är svensk som jag är.😃 jag älskar dina videor!!

[@jakobnitschke8658]

I love your videos. But can you make a video about how you plan your tours. How you use the avalanche report and handle the risk? And how does a colour change the risk pf avalanches in addition to a normal mountainside?

[@larsonmcdonald]

lit

[@AndreiKucharavy]

10:15 "Blue pistes in Verbier just to get Started' - yeah, that's how I usually start my seasons as well. I don't transit to alpinism skiing the same day instead though :S

[@dannielrb]

@Nikolai Schirmer curious as to why you chose not to charge the crux? Obviously I wouldn't, but it definitely looks like it's something you would have done! What was the thought process? Too steep/firm on the exit? Too much exposure with the no fall zone cliffs below?

[@trent8496]

I absolutely love watching your videos!! Also, are you in Saint Anton, my family said they met some Norwegians there yesterday?!?

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks! I'm over in Switzerland now

[@Gogufo]

Been following for a very long time. I wonder why your subs are still not skyrocketing. This is too niche? KZbin doesn't promote this because of the dangers? Anyway, stay safe and if possible keep on riding these dreamlines. I like that mountaineering twist on your videos!"

[@moritzfhrx3294]

happy 100k🥹

[@AndreiKucharavy]

5:40: "Bergschrund": noun. The word of the early 2022-2023 season among all the cool skiing kids on KZbin. eg: "That bergschrund looks a bit steppy" - Cody Townsend about The Sphinx approach.

[@ericolson322]

100k!!

[@tomh3189]

Great video and line!!! I would be interested in your ski widths (>105mm) and why you didn‘t choose narrower skis for technical stuff like this. For years I only had one ski (BD Helio 105) and did everything with this ski. But talking to mountain guides etc. they usually recommend something in 85-95mm range for high alpine/steep/technical…would be interested in your thoughts.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

I was planning to ski powder😅 Not really my cup of tea to go do icy jump turns, but it was a fun day still. Probably could’ve done it on skinnier skis, but then the exit glacier run wouldn’t have been as fun. Butters are key

[@tomh3189]

@@Nikolai_Schirmer thanks for the reply!! Keep up the good work and enjoy your trip, love your inspiring videos

[@JonDraper]

Is the first shot of you coming down at 1:12 on a GoPro 11 or a GoPro MAX? So much field of view