Toby Ryder Snowboarding with Dog in Gstaad

Gstaad, a Swiss ski resort renowned for a staggering 200km of terrain, is a playground for adventurers of all kinds. Tobyryter, boarding in fresh snowfall for beautifuldestinations, exemplifies a niche in winter sports — that of snowboarding with a canine companion.

Odin, the 11-month-old snowboarding partner

Odin, the 11-month-old dog, exemplifies what makes this sport unique. Typically, snowboarding is a solitary endeavor on a board designed for one, but Odin's presence brings a new dimension, a furry jumping partner alongside the human companion, through snowy slopes. The atmosphere of a snowy, foggy landscape furthers the mystery of this outdoor sport. Each snowboarder enjoys this with a Salomon jacket and goggles as standard equipment. Traditional skiing and boarding often focuses on the plumbing of the board and the gravity carrying the boarder, but boarding with a dog brings new distractions — and a lot of fun — to the journey. Tobyryter’s voice gives us a great sense of freedom of being with the dog, as if the dog may need to adapt to following in the footprints of the snowboarder amidst the deep snow. Tobias and Odin’s mission with Salomon is to give a sense of how scenic and awe-inspiring it can be to bring a dog with you. The terroir of boarding in snowy terrain and the degree of companionship are what make this attraction special — the companionship of a dog making the sport more than the thrill of the terrain alone.

Where the magic happens

Gstaad and the Bernese Oberland is a signature location for winter sports enthusiasts. Over 200km of terrain allows for vast exploration. The barren snowy surrounding makes Gstaad embrace–able. The views are undisturbed and the altitude ranges from 1,000 and 1,400 — but there’s more than the terrain. With six sectors and an excellent snowfall, powder days are not scarce. The elevation makes the air thin and the atmosphere light — more oxygen gives for faster, smoother boarding. The terrain has challenges lined up for even the more experienced snowboarder–and a buddy dog to increase the challenge. The atmosphere encapsulates aspects of the mountain — and the high altitude provides views that calm the mind and refresh the senses. Tobyryter’s choice of the Bernese Oberland’s most sought-after ski resort, [Gstaad] , implies that it’s the best place for snowboarding with his dog across all the Bernese Oberland — and not only that, but there’s plenty of room for a dog to run alongside the snowboarder.

The Salomon equipment

The Salomon gear

Tobyryter wears a Salomon jacket and goggles. Salomon goggles come from the need for high visibility in the snow, even at high altitudes. Snowboarders need the best of Salomon gear to get the best out of the snow, and Salomon gear has become synonymous with snowboarding.

Outfitting for the terrain

Every piece of gear has a specific use in this context. Salomon jackets are specially designed for high altitudes, where the cold can be biting. The Salomon jacket Tobyryter wears has extra layers around the neck and chest, and comes in several colours. This jacket comes with a special lining around the neck and chest. Salomon is a synonym for safety and versatility.

The snowboarding trip

Starting out

The Bernese Oberland’s thick snow and deep powder provide a playground between Tobyryter and his dog Odin. Odin helps bring fresh snowboarding with charm. The powder was thick, and the dog and Tobyryter have fun during the snowy landscape.

On the terrain

Gstaad provides deep powder and an untouched landscape. Tobyryter navigates this terrain with his dog through deep snow with ease and confidence. The mystery of the foggy surrounding creates a sense of adventure and the altitude adds to the thrill. Powder days are common in this region, and a jacket and goggles from Salomon are all one needs to brave the cold, challenging weather.

Odin’s ability

Odin is a companion and Tobyryter speaks of how Odin brings a sense of freedom to the task. The dog needs to keep up with the snowboarder as he takes to the slopes. The terrain is challenging enough, but ideally, the dog needs to adapt to the terrain. The beauty of this mission is the snowy, foggy landscape and how Tobyryter and Odin together make it feel like a gorgeous winter wonderland.

Handling entertaining companionship

BEFORE YOU GOCE: Unbounded by traditional dog equipment, you don’t need much more than a leash, a harness, and some training to allow the dog to adapt to the terrain and keep up. Salomon Gear: Salomon’s gear is tailored to weather extremes, and the jacket and goggles are the top gear for powder days of dog boarding. Training: The dog needs to master terrain, and training beforehand to adapt to the high altitude supports the experience and makes it easier. When it comes to powder days, a dog brings more fun and excitement for the snowboarder.

The wonderland of powder

The snowboarding environment is unique, and the powder days and the Bernese Oberland snakes a sense of mystery. The holidays and boarding with the dog bring it closer to home, and the blanket of snow and fog creates a snowy wonderland. The dense powder days in the Swiss ski resort, however, means there is no shortage of snow. The beauty of snowboarding with a dog is that both can enjoy this powder day.