Andrew Richardson's Ski Gear & Expert Recommendations
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
Expert Gear Picks from Andrew Richardson
Expert ski gear recommendations from Andrew Richardson, Ski Guide and Performance Athletics Coach, based in Seattle, WA.
Andrew Richardson's Ski Mountaineering Gear
Get dialed to go big
Andrew Richardson recommends the Mammut Barryvox
Andrew Richardson recommends the Mammut Probe 320 speed lock
Andrew Richardson recommends the Mammut Alugator Pro Light Hoe
Andrew Richardson recommends the Blue Ice Kume 32L Pack
Andrew Richardson recommends the ATK Bindings Raider 13 EVO Binding
Andrew Richardson's Ski Touring Layering System
Tried and true kit for a perfect day out.
Andrew Richardson recommends the Norrona Lyngen GORE-TEX Jacket - Men's
Andrew Richardson recommends the Patagonia DAS Light Hooded Jacket - Men's
Andrew Richardson recommends the Patagonia Micro Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket - Men's
Andrew Richardson recommends the Patagonia Airshed Pro Pullover - Men's
Andrew Richardson recommends the Arc'teryx Rush Bib Pant Men's
