editorial
Trip reports, stories, and field notes from every LUX week · written by the women who lived them.
How to layer for a backcountry day
The three-layer system that keeps you warm on the up and dry on the down · plus what to skip.
Oct 12, 2026 · Alenka Mali
Training for your first multi-day expedition
An eight-week conditioning plan built for women heading into the mountains for the first time.
Oct 5, 2026 · Alenka Mali
Flying with skis and split boards
Baggage policies, hard cases vs. soft, and how to keep your gear from getting lost in transit.
Sep 28, 2026 · Alenka Mali
Fueling for high altitude
What to eat above 2,000 metres · simple snacks that travel well and keep you moving.
Sep 20, 2026 · Alenka Mali
Preparing for a hut-based week
Shared sleeping spaces, rationed water, and why the hut nights end up being the best nights.
Sep 14, 2026 · Alenka Mali
Sadie Simonis, on snowboarding, photography, and the freedom of the mountain
The photographer behind the Norway LUX week on presence versus capture, the value of women gathering in person, and dancing with masculine and feminine without marrying either.
Sep 9, 2026 · Alenka Mali
Reading avalanche bulletins
A plain-language guide to understanding the forecast before you leave the trailhead.
Sep 8, 2026 · Alenka Mali
Why SPF Protection is Non-Negotiable in the Mountains
Learn why SPF is essential for mountain adventures. Protect your skin from intense UV rays and prevent long term damage.
Jul 20, 2026 · Alenka Mali
Why Merino Wool Underwear is Our Number One Choice for the Mountains
Discover why we choose Merino wool underwear for mountain adventures. Learn about temperature control, durability, and comfort.
Jul 2, 2026 · Alenka Mali
Is Backcountry Skiing Hard for Beginners? What First-Timers Should Know
Thinking about trying backcountry skiing for the first time? Here's an honest look at the fitness, skills, and mindset it actually takes, and how guided trips lower the barrier.
Jun 12, 2026 · Alenka Mali
What to Pack for a Women's Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Retreat
A complete packing list for your first women's backcountry ski or splitboard retreat: layers, safety gear, and the small items people forget.
Oct 5, 2025 · Alenka Mali
Backcountry Skiing vs. Resort Skiing: What's Actually Different
If you're a confident resort skier wondering whether backcountry skiing is the natural next step, here's a clear-eyed comparison · not to talk you into it, but to help you figure out if it actually fits what you're looking for.
Jul 15, 2025 · Alenka Mali
Women's Ski Retreat Patagonia: Adventure, Connection & Backcountry Skiing in Bariloche
Maybe it's the scale of the mountains. The silence of the forests after fresh snowfall. The feeling of earning your turns surrounded by jagged granite peaks and turquoise lakes.
May 14, 2025 · Alenka Mali