At Skida, we’re proud to be backed by a growing crew of passionate ski tourers, mountain guides, creators, and outdoor explorers. The Skida Ambassadors and pro partners. These are people who live and breathe the backcountry – and who believe in our mission to make ski touring safer, smarter, and more inspiring for everyone.
They test the app in real conditions, share their adventures, and help us build the future of mountain navigation. Scroll down to meet the faces behind the feedback, stories, and stoke – our Skida Ambassadors and pro partners.
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Nikolai Schirmer is a professional skier, filmmaker, and storyteller from Tromsø, Norway, known for pushing the boundaries of ski mountaineering in the Arctic. With a background in law and a mind for narrative, he blends physical performance with critical reflection on the environment and our role in it.
Through award-winning films and breathtaking lines on YouTube, Nikolai has introduced global audiences to the raw beauty—and danger—of skiing in avalanche terrain. He uses his platform to advocate for safety, sustainability, and a deeper connection with the mountains.
Follow his daily adventures and behind-the-scenes insights on Instagram.
As a Skida ambassador, Nikolai brings unmatched terrain knowledge and a commitment to sharing information that helps others explore the backcountry more safely.
Marcin Pośpiech is a freeride skier with one foot in Zillertal, Austria, the other in the Tatra Mountains, and his sights set on backcountry terrain across the globe, including British Columbia and beyond.
But behind every big line is a deep dive into terrain, snowpack, and safety. As Marcin puts it, “Maybe it’s time to show people what freeride planning really looks like—from the kitchen table, with maps open and forecasts loaded.” His mission aligns perfectly with Skida: making smart, safe decision-making a visible part of the ski culture.
Follow Marcin’s lines and insights on Instagram @marcinpospiech
Roger Dou is a certified mountain guide based in the Pyrenees, with over six years of experience in ski touring and climbing. He specializes in small, personal trips that focus on building trust, skills, and a shared love for the mountains.
As a Skida ambassador, Roger brings deep local knowledge and a guiding style rooted in precision and respect for the terrain, values that align perfectly with Skida’s mission.
Learn more at rogerdou.com or follow his adventures on Instagram @rugeritto.
Based in Trentino, Italy, Irene lives in one of Europe’s most beautiful ski touring regions—and takes full advantage of it. A passionate ski tourer and mountain traveler, she explores new routes across regions and countries, always ready to chat about snow, safety, and stoke with fellow enthusiasts she meets along the way.
Her broad network and love for sharing the sport make her a perfect ambassador for Skida. As she puts it: “Skida is the first app that truly answers most of my needs. Helping it grow means making sure it stays around—and keeps getting better. That’s a win for all of us.” With Irene on board, Skida expands not just its reach, but its heart-rooted in the passion of real people, in real terrain.
Follow, and get to know Irene on Instagram as gingi_7
By day, Jason is a software engineer in Salt Lake City. By snow day, he’s a certified Level 2 snowboard instructor chasing powder in Utah’s Wasatch Range. With just a couple of touring seasons under his belt, Jason brings a fresh, curious energy to the backcountry, along with a deep respect for safety and smart decision-making.
He documents his learning curve and love for the mountains on Instagram @jason.on.a.snowboard, where you’ll find stoke-filled turns, honest reflections, and plenty of gear geekery.As a Skida ambassador, Jason represents the next generation of splitboarders—tech-savvy, community-minded, and always ready for the next line.
Originally from France, Romain has called Northern Norway home since 2019, when he made the move north in search of a different pace of life. Since then, he has explored vast areas above the Arctic Circle on skis, developing a deep connection to the terrain and the community.
In 2025, Romain founded PurplePeaks.no, a guiding and education initiative focused on avalanche safety and ski touring courses for both beginners and experienced backcountry riders. Today, he is based between Harstad and Lyngen, where he continues to share his knowledge and passion for safe, mindful mountain travel.
Tom Jarman first learned to ski on wooden skis with spring bindings—some say his technique still reflects those early days! What hasn’t changed is his deep love for the mountains and sharing great days out in good snow.
A passionate advocate for inclusive, all-mountain skiing, Tom supports both volunteer-led and guided adventures, always with a focus on safety and fun. He runs a Facebook group for Ski Club of Great Britain members and is an active contributor to online communities like Snowheads.
As a Skida ambassador, Tom brings experience, enthusiasm, and a lifelong commitment to helping others enjoy the mountains safely.
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