Ski Touring - A Practical Manual

Explore beyond the piste — your essential guide to ski touring and backcountry adventure.


Ski Touring – 2nd Edition by Bruce Goodlad, with contributions from Alison Thacker and Mike Austin, is the definitive handbook for anyone ready to venture off-piste and into the mountains. Whether you’re an experienced skier seeking new challenges or a confident piste skier wanting to explore the backcountry, this book provides everything you need to make the transition safely and successfully.


Inside, you’ll discover:




Step-by-step instruction in both downhill off-piste and uphill touring techniques
Essential avalanche awareness and decision-making strategies
Detailed guidance on glacier skiing, route planning, and mountain safety
Stunning photography and clear diagrams that bring concepts to life
Expert advice from professional mountain guides and ski instructors


The book is divided into two main sections:

The first covers the skills, knowledge, and safety techniques required for backcountry travel, while the second features a curated selection of Bruce’s favourite ski tours in a practical guidebook format — perfect for planning your own alpine adventures.


New in the 2nd Edition:




Fully revised and updated throughout
An entirely new, in-depth chapter on avalanche awareness and rescue