A remarkable ski journey around Iceland
Skiing in North Iceland is defined as much by what you can’t see as by what lies beneath your skis. Terrain and snow matter, of course — but so do distance, weather, and the quiet persistence required to keep moving forward when conditions are less than forgiving.
This is captured beautifully in A Hundred Words for Wind, the short film by Cody and Matt documenting their human-powered ski journey through Iceland. The film speaks to endurance and intention, and to a reality anyone who has travelled here knows well: the wind has an uncanny ability to meet you head-on, no matter which way you turn. It’s not dramatic or loud — just constant, shaping both progress and mindset.
🎬 Watch the film: https://youtu.be/rY-vYSsKp8s
Journeys like this are sustained not only by strength, but by moments of rest along the way. During their traverse, Cody and Matt paused at Sóti Lodge — a brief but meaningful stop described in A Warm Stop on a Remarkable Ski Journey in North Iceland — where warmth, food, and stillness offered the chance to recover before continuing north.
Recovery in this part of Iceland is closely tied to tradition. Just outside the lodge lies Barðslaug, a historic geothermal pool that reflects Iceland’s long-standing swimming culture — not as luxury, but as everyday life. This living heritage is explored in A Living Tradition: Icelandic Pool Culture at Sóti Lodge, where the act of soaking is also an act of connection.
For guests skiing with Summit Heliskiing on the Troll Peninsula, this rhythm feels familiar. Intense days in the mountains are balanced by warmth, recovery, and a deep sense of place. It’s a reminder that while the descent may be the highlight, it’s the surrounding moments — shaped by wind, rest, and culture — that give the experience its lasting meaning.
