I wrote this story a few years ago but only recently got around to publishing it. Hopefully, it's only gotten better with time, like wine or good memories.
Our lives are influenced by chance, often without us realizing it. In my life, a series of coincidences led me to where I am today and shaped the person I have become. This was not obvious over twenty years ago, but I later realized I owe a lot to a specific pair of skis.
In the winter of 1999, I visited a local ski shop in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and came across a catalog showcasing the Dynastar 4x4 freeride skis series. The skis were all impressive in their design and features. One particular model caught my eye - the 4x4 Big by Arno Adam, the 1998 world freeride champion. Its design captivated me from the moment I saw it. However, I didn't have the money to purchase them, and even if I did, they weren't available locally. So, I continued skiing with my classic Head skis while dreaming about owning a pair of those remarkable skis.
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Springtime in the Araucania region. Volcanoes left to right:
Tolhuaca, Lonquimay, Sierra Nevada, Llaima.
I skied at the last three during my recent #volcanoskiing trip to Chile and can't wait to return next year.
Today was another classic Chilean #volcanoskiing object - Lonquimay. A fantastic bluebird day, endless views from the summit and #cornskiing, what else do you need for a perfect Sunday?
The last photo shows Llaima volcano in the foreground, our tomorrow's goal.
