Adaptive backcountry skier Vasu Sojitra makes some sweet turns in this short film from Columbia Sportswear, but what really amazes is his climbing.

Using jerry-rigged outriggers with snowshoe extenders, Sojitra skins up on one leg into the backcountry in Quebec and Vermont to nab some gorgeous snow and enjoy it fully. That is one strong leg.

Here is the full six-and-a-half-minute film about Vasu Sojitra, “Out On A Limb,” from Columbia Sportswear:

Last modified: December 15, 2014