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Am: (January 02, 2025) Fulfirst: Easy splitboard tour on the Buchserberg.
Buchserberg

Fulfirst near Buchserberg

This tour is perfect for splitboard beginners and takes us up the beautiful Buchserberg. With an altitude difference of 1,000 meters, the route is moderate and pleasant to tackle, but still offers a real nature experience in the midst of the snow-covered mountain landscape. In addition to the tour, we attach particular importance to safety. That’s why we take a short break on the way for an important but compact avalanche transceiver training course, during which we practise using avalanche transceivers. This way, you will be well prepared to head into the mountains safely and with a good feeling.

The most important information summarized:

Tour details:

  • Type: Beginner tour
  • Running time: 3 hours
  • Distances: Ascent: approx. 1’000hm, descent approx. 1’000hm

Meeting point and end:

  • Meeting point: 09:00 am at Berggasthaus Malbun (Buchserberg)
  • End: approx. 16:00 at the starting point
  • How to get there: For public transport users: Stop “Buchs SG, Berghaus Malbun, Buchserberg” – For car drivers: Parking lot at Berghaus Malbun, Buchserberg.
  • Return journey: Same as arrival.

Equipment:

  • Mandatory: Splitboard incl. Skins, crampons, poles, avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel
  • Hire: Tour equipment can be rented directly from Radical (see below)

Possible additional costs:

  • Food & drinks during the tour
  • Parking fees, bus and rail transportation

Payment info:

  • You can book your tickets directly via our ticket system on this website. If the tour cannot take place as planned for any reason, we offer you the following options:
    1. Participation on the alternative date of the tour.
    2. Participation in another tour from our range.
    3. Refund of the full amount.

    We strive to always offer you a satisfactory solution so that your experience with us remains smooth and enjoyable.

Implementation:

  • Confirmation will be sent by e-mail 3 – 5 working days before the start of the tour.

  • Condition: Level 2 (Scale 1 – 3)
  • Driving ability: Level 1 (Scale 0 – 3)
  • Special feature: On the way, we stop for a compact but important avalanche transceiver training session, during which we practise using avalanche transceivers.
  • Ascent approx. 1’000hm
  • Descent approx. 1’000hm

You should know the basics of snowboarding. If you are unsure whether this tour is right for you, take a look at our tour difficulty and requirements guide or contact us.

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Fulfirst

(January 02, 2025) Fulfirst: Easy splitboard tour on the Buchserberg.

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    General information

    Here you will find basic information that applies to all tours and courses.
    Please note that there may be deviations depending on the tour or course. Details can be found in the tour description above.

    Equipment according to the announcement. As a general rule, you will need special touring equipment for ascending and skiing off-piste. Touring skis or a splitboard are mandatory, while snowshoes are only suitable to a limited extent, depending on the tour and the conditions. The most important materials are

    – Avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe
    – Splitboard or skis including skins and crampons
    – Drinks and snacks
    – A rucksack to store everything.

    You can find more details in the packing list.

    Equipment check: Please check that your equipment is in good working order before every tour.
    With splitboards, pay particular attention to checking all screws. If you have any questions, please contact your guide.

    Our guides are certified and trained to offer safe and high-quality tours.

    Key points:

    • Small groups: Maximum 7 people per tour
    • Qualification: All guides are qualified snow sports instructors or mountain guides with a valid risk management certificate
    • Equipment: Guides are out and about with splitboards
    • Safety: Our top priority; safety and emergency concept guarantees the greatest possible safety
    • Quality: Highest standards in professional and human terms
    • Sustainability: Our tours are coordinated with public transportation and we are environmentally conscious
    • Attitudes: We respect the values of our guests and value accessibility

    We offer tours in Switzerland, refrain from heliskiing and attach great importance to a sustainable and safe experience in the mountains.

    We rent out:
    – Splitboard sets (incl. bindings, crampons and skins)
    – Touring ski sets (incl. bindings, crampons and skins)
    – Avalanche transceiver sets
    – Touring poles

    The maximum rental period of 2 days can be deducted from a subsequent purchase.

    Further information: Rent and test

    Of course, you can also hire equipment from any other store.
    When hiring equipment, whether from a store or a colleague, always pay attention to functionality.

    Participation in a tour is at your own risk.
    Please ensure that you have adequate insurance cover, primarily for accidents and rescue.
    A patronage of Rega is particularly worthwhile.

    Inform the responsible tour leader in good time before the tour of any existing safety-related illnesses or medication.

    The mountain adventure harbors risks. No tour takes place without the essential safety equipment – avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel.
    This equipment can be hired from Radical or another provider.
    Airbag and helmet are not obligatory.

    Risk management on tours: Safety has top priority.
    Weather and conditions determine whether the tour goes ahead.
    The tour may have to be postponed or adapted at short notice, at no additional cost to you.

    The avalanche danger cannot be assessed in absolute terms, but the risk on ski and splitboard tours can be calculated through targeted risk management.
    This requires continuous consideration and measures.
    Your help is important here.

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    3. Requirements: What you need to know
    4. Tour material: sensible equipment

    You will always find the requirements for the tour in the detailed description. Basically, the following applies: For running with a splitboard, skis or snowshoes in the great outdoors, you should enjoy it and be prepared to reach your destination under your own steam. Other requirements are

    • Good health
    • Safe driving on slopes of up to 35°
    • Changes of direction in all types of snow
    • Stop and pause
    • Stand up independently in all snow conditions
    • Lift riding, including stirrup lifts
    • Winter equipment
    • Conditional and technical requirements according to the invitation to tender
    • Implement the guide’s instructions.

    The ascent itself is not difficult.
    We’ll find time to look at it together.
    Touring means being able to ride well even in bad conditions
    -> The first splitboard tour
    –> Difficulty level

    Content and itinerary according to the announcement. Basically, every tour is unique. In addition to the basic information such as type, location, altitude and requirements, we always find time to cater to individual wishes. This could be a special photo, studying the avalanche conditions together or a break in a special place. Although not every tour is the same, most courses include the following content:

    • Glue on climbing skins correctly
    • Correctly adjust ski and snowboard boots/splitboard bindings, including climbing aid
    • Touring pole height and correct hand position
    • Checking and using the avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe
    • Use and installation of crampons
    • Practicing hairpin bends
    • Running, enjoying, powdering and experiencing nature
    • Avalanche awareness, planning and orientation

    For technical courses, avalanche transceiver training or events, the procedure is of course not as described here. If you have any questions, please contact us or your guide.

    All our tours are easily accessible by public transport. Details can be found in the description of your desired tour.

    Parking spaces are generally available, but are often subject to a charge.
    If the weather is fine and conditions are good, you can expect traffic jams, especially on the way home.

    We ask you to travel by public transport if possible or to form car pools in order to protect our environment.

    Our guides:

    Andreas Rutz

    Andreas Rutz

    Guide, Team

    Moritz Heiser

    Moritz Heiser

    Guide

    Niki Huwyler

    Niki Huwyler

    Guide, Owner, Team

    Sandra Heinz

    Sandra Heinz

    Guide

    Tim Frey

    Tim Frey

    Guide

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