From a Life-Altering Accident to Skiing Alaska's Biggest Lines with Kai Jones
About this episode
Kai Jones shares his journey from a life-altering skiing accident to making a remarkable comeback in the sport.
Kai Jones is one of the most talented young backcountry skiers in the U.S., turning professional at just 13 years old. In early 2023, he broke both of his legs in a backcountry skiing accident, spending months in a wheelchair and questioning whether he’d ever return to the sport. Last season marked a major comeback, as Kai became the youngest skier to descend the Otter Body route on Grand Teton and released multiple ski films that document his evolution as a big‑mountain skier.
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