The voyage to the scariest ski run of my life | WAVY - Full Movie

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The last voyage of Sofie and Captain Crocs. A ski odyssey to the far northern fjords of Norway, presented by Norrøna and Black Crows. After a decade of dreaming of the Kvænangstindan mountain range we board Captain Crocs' vessel Sofie in search of adventure. But when have you pushed it so far over the edge that you may never sail back home?
The cast:
Nikolai Schirmer - / nikolaischirmer
Krister Kopala - / kriskopa
Merrick Mordal - / merrickmordal
Captain Crocs - / capt.crocs
Joonas Mattila - / joonasmattila
Bård Basberg - / bardbasberg
The Music:
As The World Caves In by Matt Maltese: www.shorturl.at/flzH2
Radio Silence by Heave Blood and Die: www.shorturl.at/mDSV2
Purple & Green by Benedikt: www.shorturl.at/opLRX
The sponsors:
Norrøna outerwear and backpacks: www.norrona.com/
Black Crows skis: www.black-crows.com/
Julbo helmets and goggles: www.julbo.com/
Skins, ice axes and boots: www.vpg.no/
The travel bags: dbjourney.com/
Snowshoes: auftriib.com
The cameras:
Wide angles and POV: www.gopro.com/
All the other shot on rx100vii and a7s iii: www.sony.com/
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:11 - Leaving The Old Town
5:57 - This Is What We Do
12:50 - The Big Mountain
16:28 - New Land
19:34 - Welcoming Committee
21:15 - The Blower Button
27:25 - Would You tell Your Girlfriend?
37:30 - My One Hope

[@acadiamusic514]

This is by far the best ski movie I've ever seen! The skiing is fantastic, the terrain is breathtaking, the cinematography is beautiful, the sounds design top notch, the personality and connection with the characters... This is seriously next level! As others have said, I can't believe this is free to watch on KZbin!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks Joel! Happy you enjoyed it. And kind words! I’ll leave them pinned up top as a review for new viewers

[@acadiamusic514]

What you and the crew offer in every video is honestly unlike any other ski/outdoor content. You guys are so chill, humble, and down to earth and aren't afraid to show your true selves and vulnerabilities on camera. Your content is so honest and I can't help but connect every time. Again, massive kudos to you and the whole team!

[@harryplater2124]

@@acadiamusic514 You could not have said it better

[@acadiamusic514]

@@harryplater2124 thanks haha, I guess I did a better job than I thought at trying to articulate the feeling I had while watching (and get while watching all of his content generally)

[@dannyb6968]

I agree with everything this person said. Absolutely Beautiful work.

[@therotorooster]

This is easily the best, and most underrated snow-sports channel on KZbin.

[@chrishansen2409]

His cinematography and production are unmatched. He’s a really good story teller too

[@simo2679]

So true

[@TisTheSkison]

haha have you seen my channel! pretty underrated as well! I put months into making my videos and typically I only a few hundred views!

[@eastonromsdal838]

Well said

[@alecfinkski]

100%

[@TheUnlazyWay]

Cinematography, sound design, editing... just INSANE🤯🤯!! Thank you for this masterpiece Niko and the crew!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks Jonne!

[@ladddavis9341]

Your content outperforms pretty much everyone on KZbin. It blows my mind that this is free to watch. Everything from cinematography, story telling, to sound design is truly incredible. Keep creating amazing content!

[@samueleguerriero9644]

Couldn't agree more!!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks Ladd! Happy you enjoy it

[@simplehonestmusic2261]

This made me tear up. Reaching the point in your adult life where the pinnacle of chasing 'the high' is not worth risking everything else good in your life. It's like the fullest realization of the dream.

[@alev4287]

as the world caves in

[@offbeatwithcookie]

Reaching the point where the high isnt worth the risk sounds like a sad and inescapable ending, but the way you managed to describe it, it indeed it the fullest realization. And its an incredibly beautiful eye opener for me to interpret it this way...

[@simplehonestmusic2261]

@@offbeatwithcookie Thanks. Glad my description was of some value to you. Idk how old you are. I'm 29. I have so many more responsibilities now and people who depend on me. I can't break into a skate spot and risk a trespassing charge or vandalism. I can't risk breaking an ankle and being unable to work. It's been a very poignant progression for me, where my identity of sports has had to take a side seat to my adult identity. But I do think it's, as you said, an inescapable fact of life.

[@xxxx-rn3yu]

I don't think its an inescapable fact of life as you think. Somewhere in it all is a silent resignation of what you once believed to be the zenith of your experience. You recognize it and call it a realization. But who's to say that the extreme moments you live for aren't as important as the home that cares for you? It's the same existential conundrum that many reach but are too late to act in their midlife crisis at 50. Too old for anything extreme, approaching retirement, all the while your main job never as important as it was- as the home you support is now self sufficient. You're left with the same question you believed to have answered but only distracted with these "responsibilities". Distraction is the enemy of vision. Just make sure you know you might be searching for the glasses you're looking through this whole time.

[@badsn]

well said. It's also what makes this film stand out from all the others. I am really happy Nikolai has sponsors that don't put so much pressure on him that he feels like he has to take these risks. Leaves me with a warm feeling.

[@glorious_help]

WHO ON EARTH IS FIMING, THAT'S MY QUESTION.... FANTASTIC SHOTS, STUNNING QUALITY, PERFECT SOUND DESIGN, PERFECT EDITING ,..... UNBELIEVABLE

[@MurCurieux]

This is true art. Thanks for including the avalanche. It really shows how stoke can blind us to some very serious danger. This was an amazing film!

[@rocksnowandwater]

An excellent example of falling into a heuristic trap.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks!

[@TudorLaurini]

wow. this is beautiful. never seen something like this. congrats to the whole team

[@elonmusk7164]

tudorr❤❤

[@antonioa.pillitteri9845]

It is really astonishing how incredibles your project are; at the same time funny, enjoyable, moving, breathtaking, emotional and intrateining; not just skiing films. Keep it up, u are the best creator on the tube.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Kind words Antonio, thank you!

[@larifari1812]

Thats the thing with avalanche danger, everything can go well for years and you think, you can kinda estimate the risks pretty good. Then you have a season where you suddenly trigger multiple avalanches and it makes you doubt. You actually never know how close you were in previous season to trigger an avalanche, you thought you were in control all those years but you cant know for sure how few was missing for that avalanche to trigger. Maybe you actually were in control and you just had an unlucky season now, thats the thing you cant know, and suddenly from a pretty confident spot these experiences are making you doubt yourself. As older you get, you experience more of these situations and only then you really realize to what danger you expose yourself. It for sure changes you, but better to turn back once too much than once too little. I really enjoyed watching this, its the perfect mix of skiing, story and jokes. Everything was so good, really good work! But how are these Pov shots real? They look crazy fast

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks! And yep. The avalanches only feel more imminent the older you get. I uploaded the raw pov here for the people who thought they might be fast forwarded (you’re not the only one hehe😅): nikolai-schirmer.filemail.com/d/nzenzonchvznhdq

[@larifari1812]

@@Nikolai_Schirmer Haha thanks for doing that, once i get a good a connection, i will definetly have a look!

[@BuddyGlass1955]

@@Nikolai_Schirmer Watching the avalanche made me feel some guilt. Are we as an audience enticing you to take excessive risks? I've had such mixed feelings since watching this. Please be safe. Dig more pits. Turn around more often.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

@@BuddyGlass1955 Thanks for the concern buddy! I assure you I'm not trying to get into avalanches for KZbin fame. You can ease your mind there. I am however also trying to better my avalanche skills. Duly noted.

[@chrible93]

As someone who has lost a loved one in an avalanche, it kind of breaks my heart to see you guys taking such a light hearted approach with the avalanche risk. I mean I'm glad you put it out there and it is your decision what kind of risk you want to take. But in some situations you get the feeling that you guys are not completely aware of the actual risk. I think it's the situation you put yourself into, the boat renting, the film making and the people that create an environment of pressure. It takes so long to approach these faces and you don't get many opportunities to ski them and that lets you brush away your doubts and handle the situation way differently than you would under different circumstances. I am sure you know from your experience that there are kinds of avalanche which you can't 'outrun'. And the one you showed was a typical slab avalanche and it was just luck that you evaded it... If you wait for the right conditions you can do these faces at some point in your life. Maybe not all in the same trip, but if you take your time you will live longer and can also enjoy other things in the meantime.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks for the words Christof. I’m lucky to never have lost someone close to me in an avalanche, I’m sorry to hear you have. Just to give you a bit more context, what this movie doesn’s show is the two months leading up to this trip where we don’t ski avalanche terrain because of a persistent weak layer. Also note the different course of action in the last couloir and the face that slid. Where an avalanche in the couloir pretty would almost certainly mean death, the face that slid not only had high points to pull out on, but also a fairly clean outrun without any terrain traps. I have skied lots of faces like that in my life, and I’m well aware of how few and far in between the good days are. This time we made the wrong call. The plan is not to do that again. I’m speaking to an avalanche psychologist on a livestream tonight at 20.00 CET if you’d like to chime in there. The link is in the stories on my instagram

[@JPJeppe]

@@Nikolai_Schirmer Don't get me wrong this is a fantastic movie, the skiing is amazing, snow is dream like, scenery just breath taking and I probably would've done the same a few years ago. But this is also a perfect case study in group dynamics: the risk analysis, the decision making, the biases we have and lies we tell ourselves to justify our actions. You guys knew, at least to some extent, that you were taking a big risk at multiple occasions in this movie but still did it anyway. In the end I think for a passionate skier, taking the right actions for risk mitigation just hurts too much because it means less skiing in epic conditions. We should try to find a way around this. it doesn't mean we can't have fun, there is plenty of less exposed lower angle terrain to play around in until safe conditions are there :) Stay safe

[@MikeJones-zj7vx]

@@Nikolai_Schirmer I missed the livestream but would be really interested to watch this discussion. Is there a recording?

[@2076911548]

@@Skjoldmo The mountains don't care who you are. They don't even know you're an expert

[@2076911548]

This movie should be shown as a case study on heuristic behavior among young males. Maybe would help us be aware when depending upon luck instead of rational thought

[@stephengioacchini3946]

This is unreal. These guys are awesome. The guy with the boat rocks as well. He brings the whole movie together and should have his own show. As I sit here at my desk I think these guys are really living. But still, I will be excited to get out on the local hill with my 5 year old son once the snow arrives in Vermont. Happy riding all.

[@moltenass7380]

The storytelling, the cinematography, THE SKIING! This has to be the best I have seen on KZbin. Incredible!

[@alpinejonny]

This was one of the best adventure films i've ever seen. Amazing work you guys, happy, sad, so many emotions. Amazing.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Cheers Jonny!

[@susmore8575]

Hear me out, I don't ski, but you managed to make me feel your emotions, your thrill, your worry, everything you felt I was able to also feel. This film started out just about skiing, and ended up meaning so much more than that, a never-ending friendship. This was, simply put, a masterpiece.

[@liamtrooien-smith7654]

Nikolai! Thank you for sharing how you fight the battle of big ski ambitions vs staying alive in avalanche terrain. Get your foot healed up fast :)

[@DanNoakes]

First off, I’m blown away by this entire production. Fantastic work. Second, that straight line was the most impressive skiing, I think I’ve ever seen.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks Dan!

[@quackingplatypus]

Pleasantly surprised to see you in the comment section, Dan! You and Niko here are my two favorite ski touring youtubers. I feel like you guys both get what skiing is all about.

[@chosspile.]

What a project! So much more entertaining and compelling than copy-and-paste MSP and TGR ski flicks.

[@AndreiKucharavy]

This video quality is pretty darn insane, be it from the skiing perspective, character development, photography or cinematographic quality. It's really, really, really good cinematography.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Joonas is so good!

[@AndreiKucharavy]

@@Nikolai_Schirmer He is! But as someone who did his share of editing of raw footage into final cuts, whoever is doing the editing on your videos (or directing the shots), is a very rare talent - even by Hollywood standards. I've only seen that quality of cuts from maybe a couple of editors over the last 50 years. It's a real pleasure to the eyes!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

@@AndreiKucharavy Thanks :)

[@aexwu]

I already know this is going to be good 🤩

[@adamdonaldson4321]

I can't believe how long I waited to watch this. But I'm honestly glad I did. When I first saw this in my feed I was not a skiier, and now I'm at nearly 30 days in my first season. I don't think I could've appreciated this incredible artwork to the same extent. One of the best adventure movies I've ever seen.

[@MichaelKudlatheInterested]

Krister is such a madman. Stay safe out there buddy.

[@lluiszardoya]

I can't belive this doens't have a BILLION views man. INSANE movie dude, loved it so so much!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks!

[@Steegwolf]

Quality wherever you look. Sound, video, edit, scenery, people… and the skiing… man the skiing is just great. Thank you Niko, just thank you! Also calling Niko soft… makes me a pillow i reckon 😂

[@B1K3PACKR]

This is insane… Best thing I’ve seen in years! You’re living the dream Nikolai, keep up the incredible work!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks!

[@Will-zp3nb]

Big props for the Camera guy for following them around

[@CampfireKodiak]

I would be content with just cross country skiing along the coast. So beautiful!

[@ryanperion8754]

As a east coast skier in The U.S. the skiing that you do blows my mind and I wish to one day be able to take off across the world and ski in these insanely gorgeous places such as you do. This ski movie in particular is already my favorite out of all of your videos just because of the sheer adventure and beauty involved in the trip, this is hands down a 10/10 film. Overall your videos and amazing ski movies like this one have motivate me so much to become the best skier I can possibly be so I can chase my dreams which is your reality. I love your content so much Nikolai! please never stop.

[@mansmeers5164]

You can litteraly smel this is a masterpiece

[@TheVirtualSherpa]

Everything about this video is unreal and awesome, but humbling to see the growth on decision making when there is more to life then a line. A+ an get well soon Niko

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks! Getting really friendly with the gym. Should be back soon

[@thomaschulze]

Not only epic lines but an epic movie. Huge! Best for me was that you showed sense of responsibility much more than in earlier movies. Thank you guys!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

A little responsibility is good. Thanks for watching!

[@clanculo]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2569">42:49</a> "I love being here with you man!" - The only thing that matters!

[@reagan.wallis]

This was amazing. Storytelling, editing, and cinematography is next level. Thank you so much.

[@davegordon1537]

As a 40 something skiers who just got back into skiing tougher terrain with aspirations of more this movie has some very important reminders of why planning and trusting your gut is so important. The avy seemed to be a sign of things to come and your decision on the line of your dreams to stop the ascent was likely the right one. I've been a subscriber for a few years, and this is by far your very best. Congratulations Niko and crew.

[@gezellige_poes967]

Echo your sentiments.

[@orthopraxis235]

Last year, at 55, i climbed and snowboarded down one of the steepest escarpments in the US, near Palm springs CA. I was not in trained shape, I made 2 prior attempts and had to gather gear and retrain skills each time. It took me one whole day from early morning to well after dark, and the ride was the shortest. The best feeling was climbing up the face and being at the top, seeing the Pacific ocean on one side and the desert more than 2 miles below. I was hurting for a few days after. I don't know if that's the last time I'll ever do it. Ive been looking up at that way for years, dreaming of doing it. It didn't change my life. It used to be something to tell others, but people my age either don't believe me or likely dont care. Something happens when you age, and I don't think it's physical. The mundaneness of even making money and having things can be so deadening. I guess in order to feel alive and away from the nonsense, I just had to climb and do something that, if I perished, would at least be something grand.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Glad you got after it!

[@daniwalker1268]

That ending: "Hell yea. I love being here with you man" - so pure, so rare, and so real. I loved this, so much!

[@enyapardon]

Just marvelous. I love the honesty, the purity, the wildly *beyond* epic footage. Feels sooo beautiful. Thank you so

[@ianoliphant3047]

Nikolai, thank you so much for this film. You’re filling a vast void in the ski industry where few people really talk about the risk, and demonstrate their thought process. We are tons of people shredding, but you’ve shredded and shown the whole package. As someone who’s been involved in an avalanche, and still aspires to ski bigger terrain. I appreciate you! Beautiful cinematography, incredible skiing. You’re the man.

[@brockbenavides7185]

I thought I've sent, I thought I've skied fast...then I saw that first couli and realized I indeed have done neither. Well done boys, well done 👏

[@emirazughersi6033]

absolutely chad performance, absolutely chad cinematography, absolutely chad narrating, absolutely chad movie overall, loved this.

[@s3cksy]

Just going to repeat what others have already said: You all are amazing skiers, storytellers, filmmakers, and role models.

[@pilspavel7382]

m a s t e r p i e c e Danke für diesen tollen Film :) greetings from germany. can’t wait for my ski trip

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Danke!

[@FrEeWaY7k]

palms are sweaty becomes a whole nother meaning watching this glad yall made it

[@hopnglo680]

My family is Norwegian, and Stian is so classic. He is a true Northerner. The ice and the cold makes up his fiber.

[@ferris2323]

This has got to be one of the best of your films that I’ve watched, and so much more to the adventure than just skiing incredible lines! Truly a dream trip

[@Tazz-ox4np]

So sick. I love ski films like this that let you connect more to the experience of being in nature than just specifically skiing.

[@robertclark4509]

This should be in IMAX theaters everywhere !!! excellent. When I was younger my buddies and me used the phrase " ski to die " and we skied places like it was our last day.Of course. we didn't want to die but we skied the adventure. and we had some adventures that were worthy of film but we didn't have GoPro then.

[@haurisdesalliers2125]

Simply incredible. The impeccable sound design, the mind blowing cinematography and a dreamlike terrain are one thing, but the one thing that strikes the most in this movie is the storytelling, how you can get attached to total strangers in a 43 minute KZbin movie. The connection between you guys seems so pure, you're like the ray of sunshine that illuminates the whole mountain. You are deserving of everything good coming your way, Thank you guys for making such a touching piece of art.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thank you!

[@wfijarczyk]

Seriously this is beyond awesome, you 2 are my favorite backcountry team to watch. So cool to see Krister have a big part in this! Its honestly so much more interesting to watch you guys explore, have fun and backoff sometimes then those huge productions with dudes doing backflips ;)

[@sk8absence]

There is so much heart behind this video, not just beautiful scenery. Thanks for sharing these intimate moments.

[@KrystaNorwick]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="610">10:10</a> that line!!!!!! Beautifully filmed- the emotion was real!!!!!

[@ptx420]

Is there more footage / backstory behind Krister’s ice axe save? It looks crazy intense…

[@flexWT]

Would also be interested in that

[@bulbobu]

Thanks for telling the story of the accident. Was the main takeaway to pay more attention, specifically to rapid warming in this case? And what's the point of digging a pit once you're high up in the exposure? Was there a very safe exit strategy should the pit reveal the slope to be sketchy?

[@r6hokage357]

This is the only video i can just rewatch over and over again, absolutely stunning.

[@paulm3969]

I'm glad you guys are ok, I really am, but you were being insanely reckless and disrespectful to your friend. I have no idea how you can become such good skiers and be so haphazard in the mountain, rushing, not waiting for your friend on her climb and for her to do her evaluations, "doing snow stability tests" (with your hands), riding the day after a storm, rapid warming it was honestly like watching a text book story from my avalanche training book about how people get stuck in avalanches and die. On the other hand, I appreciate how hard it can be to turn away sometimes... Clearly this was a learning experience for me, you and everyone who sees this video so thanks for posting it and again, happy you guys are ok.

[@adrianplaskitt8857]

Mixed feelings. I loved the film, but if you guys keep on "just sending it" you will eventually die in the mountains. We will then move on to the next channel, but your families and friends will be heartbroken for ever. You have the skills - skiing, film making, camaraderie, philosophy and environmental respect to make the best mountain content on youtube without needing to almost die to keep viewers. I would have enjoyed it more if the runs were less "spicey" so I didn't have the feeling I could lose you at numerous moments. So only 3/5 from me.

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thanks for the concern Adrian! For sure not planning to die

[@andresrivera1569]

Amazing, simply beautiful! A wonderful ensemble of humble adventurous souls

[@ianjones1118]

Wow. Dramatic skiing, gorgeous sailing and pretty raw honesty. That was excellence from start to finish. Thank you.

[@tylerwalters4522]

This is my favorite video on KZbin. I can’t help but admire the work that went into making this happen. Great job boys! You never fail to impress. This was somehow a mix of the most intense and beautiful footage I have ever seen.

[@innerpull]

Immense respect for yall's ability to reassess and give pause to the moment despite the mounting excitement for what you had hoped. And for giving way to the doubts of those around you for the sake of safety. It takes a tremendous amount of emotional and psychological separation to make those decisions in a moment.

[@hhiibbaalleerr]

IMO this film is amazing, not because of the skiing, scenery, or sound (though all of these are extraordinary in their own right), but because of the story. The introspective evaluation of risk, and how it relates to growth and changes in ones life is one that many backcountry skiers have faced at some point. When it comes right down to it, this beautiful addiction is also quite selfish in that the consequences can hurt those we love most. Amazing how you captured this. Incredible work.

[@skyjockbill]

Just wow, one of the best nordic back country films I've ever seen! Chapeau!

[@ohnegative9526]

Feel of the whole video is warm in such a cold place. Great people on a great adventure, weighing risks, thinking about life.. that's what it's all about.

[@lukarus4998]

Mesmerizing! Beautiful scenery, amazing storytelling and great shots. Thank you niko and stay safe!

[@craigboyle7461]

Well done! What an adrenaline rush! Glad everyone came home safe! Avalanches are not to be messed with! Love the beauty, respect grandeur of the mountain, and humbled by mother nature power.

[@callumglass]

This is everything. Had me in tears of awe in a few parts. A youtube comment, can't convey how grossly impressive this documentary is Nikolai. The story telling, the action...everything. Best man too!? Your videos aren't just something coll to myself. They're inspiration, poetry in a form. Many thanks. Glad all stayed safe AND what a Captain!!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@dawsongardiner3575]

This is insane. 10 minutes in and I’m tearing up and cheering. Way to go! Cheers from Arizona, USA!

[@exoticpaw6313]

Some of the most underrated skiing ever, thanks for this movie😀

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

Thank you🤝

[@fynngentle]

I love it so much! I enjoy the story of turning around after a sketchy ascent just as much as a glorious descent.

[@kreieru1]

Thanks for taking us on this extraordinary journey from the safety of a warm bed. It was nothing short of absolutely amazing. Keep safe and well!

[@larsstrong1338]

Oh my Goddess, that parting drone shot, CHILLS!!! The whole movie is so well done! Thank You all!!!

[@jyun3102]

i watched the whole 45 minutes , love the visuals and the sound and the tempo is just perfect

[@jonathan_munger]

wow!! this was great thanks to the whole crew for making me discover this amazing part of the world

[@Drew-de2rc]

That was purely amazing. Loved this film and the Importance of chasing your dreams but knowing your limits.

[@benjaminlasker4340]

This was one of the best ski films I have ever seen. It blows my mind that this isn’t blown up. The way you are able to tell a story is truly magnificent along with some of the best cinematography I have ever seen!!!

[@SecretSpots]

I put this full screen and was mesmerized and in awe of how amazing everything about this movie is. Sickest lines. WOW!!!!!

[@jjstewart4341]

we love skiing because it makes us feel alive, but it takes real maturity to be grateful enough for just living to know when not to ski. magnificent film

[@juliuskrebber3275]

The drone footage thorughout the movie is immeasurable! Great job I truely love it.

[@shibayeeter4159]

Can't believe what i just watched, it was insane, glad for you guys, enjoy. Always stay safe.

[@Zach-ik3gm]

As someone who has watched TGR since The Prophecy i want to say this is one of the best and most inspiring ski films i have ever seen

[@illt3ck]

This was INSANE! Shout out to Joonas and Charlie for bringing the trip to us!

[@Marinara1]

Absolutely incredible that we get to watch this masterpiece for free. Thanks for delivering insane videos time after time. Huge fan

[@genie602]

It was really good to see them, trusting their gut instincts, and willing to turn back. I watched enough videos of the ones that didn’t turn back and got Hurt or died and I thought … it would be reassuring to know that they can turn back and that they can make that choice and they do make that choice when it feels right to turn back. That life is valued. Nice filming guys !

[@JentGantman]

Best Ski Film Ever Seen !!!

[@tysonogloff]

That was truly and utterly fantastic. The skiing and splitboading, the sailing, the storyline, the visuals and cinematography, the editing, the music, the moments- all top notch and a joy to experience. It's after midnight and I am currently (very mildly) unwell after getting a covid-positive result yesterday. I'm locked in my unfinished basement away from my wife, in BC, Canada, with nearly 40cm fallen in the past few days. I can't go touring, I can't go to the local hill, all I can do is rest and watch. And I am so glad I watched this. Hugely needed mental boost, and massive motivation for when I'm once again peeling off my skins and strapping on my board in the coming weeks. Cheers and thank you!

[@Nikolai_Schirmer]

I feel you Tyson, hope you get out there soon!

[@brutebernard1770]

That was f@rking amazing. You and Krister are such a great team, and Joonas behind the lense. Pure magic!

[@MrGivsaro]

This video put a big smile on my face the whole way through. I am grateful for your content and hope you keep doing what you love. Love from the US

[@tobiasnas2219]

What absolutely amazing cinematography. This deserves so much praise

[@ciasa9488]

Great film. Like others have said, here for real, honest experiences from people who are likeable and kind. Great content.

[@Andreas1342]

Haven't seen anything like this, can't believe this is KZbin, it's simply too good. First of respect to Captain Crocs, I've always hated crocs and people who wear them in some way, but that guy is a legend, in that climate every day… oh my! The editing and footage is amazing, huge high five to camera guy for making me live this epic adventure. Lastly, mad respect to the riders, the actions chosen during the trip, the commenting and the skiing was astounding. Thank you!

[@ezpznoob8092]

One of the best skiing channels on KZbin 100%. The editing and cinematography, sound design is all amazing, but you're also insane at skiing!

[@luisklein]

This is by far the best skiing movie I’ve ever watched! Big up to the whole team🙌

[@tomcolbert2043]

Honestly one of the best things I have ever watched. Thanks Nikolai for the amazing content!!!

[@tkthree]

This is one of the highest quality, best produced TRIP films i've ever seen. Much less a movie about these righteous twig warriors. Rock on.

[@ryanmccaig2893]

Best ski movie of the year!

[@domesticterrorist483]

A visual treat like no other. I would happily have paid to see this. Thanks so much for this, it really lifted my soul to watch it.

[@tclay2663]

That was one of the most amazing adventures I’ve ever seen. Be safe guys! Thank you for sharing!

[@abrahamholleran4162]

So, that was amazing! Incredible story-telling. I liked how you portrayed the hype before a bad decision, and then the sober reflection right afterward on that bad decision.

[@mnmstylin]

That was such a great movie! Awesome journey to live on forever. Do you know what kind of speeds you were seeing in the runs on that kind of vertical? Can you add the speed n altitude to the gopros?

[@nathanwillms7806]

Best ski film I’ve ever seen!

[@robertrepka1372]

Niko, much appreciated what you did in this one. As somebody who's got caught in an avalanche (among many, not trying to play tough here), I admire you ability to transfer your fear and the "irrational" way of evaluating the avy conditions. There are plenty of videos dedicated to considering all the factors when in avalanche terrain but none of those focuses on "shakes, vibes and feelings" as well as one relations which play a large part in decision making. This is an imporant aspect since one is never in control of the conditions.

[@Joepvn]

Does he rely on more than just "vibes" though? Some big nogos in the movie, as much as I enjoyed it...