Andrew Richardson
Ski Guide and Performance Athletics Coach
Seattle, WAPersonal philosophy: Old dog, new tricks.
With over 30 years of playing in the mountains, Andrew Richardson is a dedicated guide, educator, and coach, passionate about helping others explore the backcountry safely and confidently. A lifelong learner, he loves teaching avalanche safety, backcountry touring, and ski mountaineering, equipping adventurers with the skills to chase their dream lines. Andrew grew up skiing in Lake Tahoe and has called the Cascades home since 2007. His pursuits have taken him across North America, from ski descents high on Denali to the rugged ranges of British Columbia, from the steep couloirs of the Tetons to the iconic volcanoes of the Pacific Northwest. When he’s not guiding in the mountains, Andrew applies his expertise as a performance strength and endurance coach at Samsara Experience, helping athletes and outdoor enthusiasts push their limits and achieve peak performance—whether on the slopes, on the trails, or beyond.
Discipline: Ski
Specialty: Backcountry touring and ski mountaineering
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Andrew Richardson's Expert Gear Recommendations
Ski Mountaineering Gear
Get dialed to go big
- Barryvox by Mammut — Everything you need, nothing you don't.
- Probe 320 speed lock by Mammut — Long enough for the deep PNW snowpack.
- Alugator Pro Light Hoe by Mammut — Great for pits and rescues. Need that hoe mode.
- Kume 32L Pack by Blue Ice
- Raider 13 EVO Binding by ATK Bindings
- Crampons by ATK Bindings
- Choucas Light Harness by Blue Ice
- Harfang Alpine Crampon by Blue Ice
- Sirocco Helmet by Petzl
- Barryvox S2 by Mammut — Fast and accurate. Excels in multiple burial scenarios.
