"Bootpacking" typically refers to the activity of walking uphill in ski boots, often through deep snow, to reach skiable terrain when lifts or other uphill transport are unavailable. During traditional bootpacking, skiers usually carry their skis on their shoulders or attached to a specialized ski backpack.
However, the phrase "boot pack skis" could also refer to a specific method of carrying your skis by attaching them directly to your ski boots. The provided reference describes one such technique.
A Specific Method for Carrying Skis While Bootpacking
According to the reference, one method to "boot pack skis" involves attaching the skis directly to your boots, keeping your hands free. This technique is described as follows:
- Attach Skis to Bindings: Clip your skis in underneath the bindings on both sides of your boots.
- Secure the Tips: To ensure the skis are held firmly in place, use a ski strap to strap the tips of your skis down really tight.
This method allows the skis to be carried close to your body, supported by your boots and bindings, and secured at the tips. It is presented as a way to carry skis, potentially as part of a bootpacking process, as suggested by the video title referencing "Bootpacking Part 4".
While traditional bootpacking focuses on the uphill movement technique itself, this method provides a practical solution for managing your ski gear during such an ascent or related movements where having hands free is beneficial.
