Well, I was so long away from the forum, that I don't know wehre to start. Although I spend a great amount of time with my dog in the mountains, I wasn't photographing much, sometimes the motives are the same, the light/weather is boring or I am not motivated enough. Since it is christmas time I thought it would be a good time to pass by and wish everyone a wonderful christmas/holiday time with their family.
I am heading on the 25.12. for ten days to Dolomities for backcountry ski touring, but snow conditions are pretty bad.
I scrolled through the last pages, lots of great pictures with a wide spectrum, just like always.
Regarding GORE-TEX and all other membranes:
I personal hate them! They are loud and I didn't found a membrane where I don't get soaked from inside, when walking up to a summit. As a consequence, I only wear them if it really rains and there is no other way around. Therefore I have aways in my backpack a light- or medium weight hardshell, just in case. I also try to avoid brands which have almost fashion status, and being seen worn in every shopping street of the world. In a very cold, dry winter enviroment I wear only membrane free fabrics like canvas, leather, Ventile, EtaProof, wool or loden. In the alps also light synthetic fabrics.
Further more I try to choose companies which are a member in a program like "Fair wear foundation". There is nothing worse then expensive clothing which is fabricated in a third world country under terrible working conditions, but charging high end prices.
Sorry, for the great amount of off topic ;-)