Isaac Thompson

In Australia’s Snowy Mountains, Isaac is the kind of person who makes ski touring feel both more approachable and more dialed. He brings genuine community energy—always upbeat, always a team player—and backs it up with the practical skills that matter when you’re far from the car. At Skida, Isaac is a key link to the Australian ski touring scene, helping us with local geography, data, and on-the-ground insight so the service fits the way people actually move through terrain down under.

Isaac loves the full spectrum of winter days: bluebird missions, storm laps with soft snow, spring corn, and the occasional “it’s just around the corner…” push that turns into the best story of the week. His perfect day is simple—great company, great conditions, great vibes—and he’s famously all-in on snacks (cranberry trail mix for the uphill is a staple). But beneath the fun is a solid safety mindset: his superpower is turning back without hesitation when things don’t feel right. He’s learned the value of that realism the hard way too—like the time he shattered a ski boot and was reminded that every tour needs a plan for walking out. Add cocoa in the pack and a post-tour ride home with tunes and the best sleep you’ll ever have, and you’ve got Isaac’s recipe: optimistic, prepared, and always looking out for the crew.