This just rocked me. I am a mama of three tiny ones who loves the mountains so deeply and I spend my days packing everyone up and adventuring... I have never before felt so seen, so represented .... I literally cried the entire time I watched this. Every scoop, every snuggle, every brush of the hair out of crying eyes, every pocket full of snacks... the bag. Omg the bag. So heavy. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you for sharing. I didn't realize how alone I felt, until now, when I realize I am of course not. You are amazing.

I like that Arc'teryx chose to sponsor them, that is beautiful and honorable.

As a man that grew up with a single mom, I found this to be so incredibly beautiful. Huge shout out to all the single parents out there.

As a single ski mom, I just bawled my way through that... Thanks for not just showing the bluebird moments. Hats off ladies

This is fantastic! I'd even say this could be made into something bigger.... this seems like a trailer of an amazing documentary of these 2 moms. What a great story!

As a „young“ dad it rips my heart out. How fragile is a family. Make me appreciate many little things my wife does every day. :)

This is really beautiful - it needs to go viral in a big way. The raw, real portrayal of these women is a testament to the strength of moms everywhere and it's a joy to see them still able to get after it, even while carrying the motherload! I give Arc'teryx, and more importantly the athletes, a lot of credit for a much more substantive portrayal of sponsored athletes than one usually sees in a varnished, curated marketing piece. Bravo!

I'm not a mother-I'm not even a parent-but parent-aged, and having a completely opposite lifestyle of this courageous woman. Moved me to tears. Bravo, Arc'teryx, and bravo, Lynch sisters...

Yes. "You have to dig a little deeper to a place you didn't even know existed." Someone told once, before I had children, "You don't know what you can do until you have to." Special blessings and strength to all of us single mothers who also love the mountains.

These kids will grow up and think that you’re the strongest person that they’ve ever met because you are. Don’t doubt yourself!

I'm speechless...RESPECT, RESPECT, RESPECT for you wonderful women - God bless you! ...and thank you Arcteryx for supporting them. You make good stuff which I use but this effort, wow 👍🤙

As a solo mum, I can say this hit hard and brought tears. I can relate to everything here. To all other mothers, doing everything they can for their kids, much love and support from La Grave, France.

As a mom of 3 I so deeply felt it. Watched it with my 5 year olds and they said that mom in the moving is amazing. I completely agree with them. Once movie was over, they both said let’s go skiing mom. One day they will carry their own bags and the load will get a little lighter. Totally bawling btw

Can this please be made into a series?

Thank for showing how strong, courageous, resilient and amazing single mothers truly are and the amount of weight (emotionally and physically) carried and held for our children, while still trying to follow our dreams and show them what is possible. ❤ Powerful. Makes me feel proud yet weep at the same time, knowing and seeing how hard it can be but its all so worth the adventure!

Great to see the 'normal' day to day life of exceptional athletes.

Beautiful. Shout out to the Mums of the world.

C"est un très bel hommage à ces deux jeunes mamans. Ce film est tout simplement magnifique.

I was speechless watching this, what a film! Thank you for showing such perspective, so different from the usual "do what you want" I get all the time from the ski movies.

Wow, truly touching video.. I've seen two of my sisters go through this struggle. The strength of woman never ceases to amaze me.

I have always been a fan of Arc’teryx but I have to admit I am extra proud of the fact that this video was produced and that these awesome super cool moms are the showcase. I am the product of a single mom who said that “no matter what [she] was going to raise her two kids and do it all on [her] own” (my mom is still and always will be my personal super hero). So this isn’t a fan boy of the brand saying way to go brand. No, I am a fanboy of all moms out there who manage to do it all and and say hell yeah! You are worth all the praise we can heap on you. We all owe so much to our moms, and moms that share experiences like these with their kids, even though it is hard and so much more work than just a simple ski snowboard outing. I gush at feel so proud of the fact that we can highlight the experience of strong woman who are just being themselves. Going on their day to day and doing something that, honestly, most men can’t begin to understand. Not just being cool dad sometimes, but being a real mom with real kids all the time and showing them the experience of the outdoors while cleaning the snot, changing diapers, dealing with the tired, the crying, the cold kids, because being a minus hard. But damn we are all so much better off because our moms were there to hold our hand through it all teach us. So as a man who loves his mom, thank you. First to the moms, and second, to a brand that recognizes that motherhood, with all the challenges, especially single moms, needs to be put front and center, because moms keep the world going round. Love you mom!!

I’m so sorry for their losses. But I’m so grateful for them to share their stories. These mothers, skiers, ladies are so freaking rad!

I have never felt understood like that. I also desire to be in the mountains for climbing, biking ... everytime with all motherload on my own. Great, no glamour, no extra Wow. It is a hard struggle but even worth it. Every time! Thanx to these mommies!

I'm due for my first baby in September, and this gave me so much peace. The little phrases about building the muscles to adapt to the load and about it being a gift. I really appreciate whoever produced this one. ❤️❤️

“The very news she had always quietly feared.” I can relate so much to this sentiment. Anyone who has a partner who pushes themselves to extremes in the mountains sits with this. ❤️ Well done, made me cry & I’m not even a mom. All the feels.

As an outdoor loving, organic-farming father of two -- this was so incredible to watch. Very well done. My wife and I have a medically fragile child and the challenges are just daunting. We all have our burdens and the honestly herein was incredibly touching. But just getting out there, immersed in nature, when and if and whatever that means to you -- and no matter if you just barely make it -- is always a tremendously rewarding and underlines the most basic reason(s) for life.

I'm a proud son of a single mother who taught me life in the mountains, made me what I hope is a good man she can be proud of. Also for what it's worth, I had the pleasure of skiing with Dave at a photo shoot years ago. He was a rad guy, and skier but most importantly a good man and father. Much love to you and your families.

Are you kidding me!! I just felt all of the emotions. You ladies are legends! I was raised by a single mom. I played college football, became a Green Beret and a currently a Firefighter. You girls are and will be an inspiration to your children! You are so strong! I appreciate you!

Thank you so much Arc'teryx for having these two wonderful women represent single parents and their strength. I am a single mum, I also love skiing and taught my son, I had cried watching this video. We have also gone though all this and now I am watching him to do skiing competitively. The story made me feel I am not alone and made me feel proud for all of us -- strong and loving mums.

Best shot was the oldest kid dragging Mom’s ski tips across the parking lot hahaha! I do find humor in this, respect, and lots of great memories being a single father. Cheers heroes - may not feel super yet but when the kids are older they will reward you with mutual respect.

Amazing video! Strong 💪 women! The son struggling with anger looks to be doing awesome in the mountains. Thanks Arc’teryx!

Made me cry. As a single Mom of three I worked hard to get my kids up the local mountain as much as possible. The kids were slaves to downhill and I was a x-country enthusiast. Even if I had mastered downhill (tried and failed) I could never have kept up with them. Thank goodness for the support of the other super downhilling Moms. I remember the peace of being in the snow and the warmth of gathering with our friends for potlucks when everyone came off the mountain at the end of the day. Such happy memories I'll cherish for a lifetime.

There isn't a mother that doesn't experience failure, not being good enough, often daily.......especially with 2-3 children. As a mom to the moms in this video, you are creating magical moments with your kids that will bless them their entire lives. You are brilliantly transparent and real. Mothers love deeply, keep going and often feel like giving up everyday. The power of a Mother's love is a gift.

I see myself in this story (except I'm a Dad). The mountains and skiing brought some peace to me and my young kids as I raised them in the ski life after separation. 8 years later, they are still active in competitive racing, it has been hard but worth it! Keep going ladies! It does get easier. Props to Arcteryx for supporting them.

There are no words or catchy phrases that can describe that kind of strength... i have no doubt that your community loves you all, which hopefully brings some comfort. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you, Acr'teryx for allowing us to be seen as women, as moms, and as adventurers in our own right.

Recently was fortunate enough to share a gondola ride with Tessa's father. Amazing story of his family he was able to share with all of us that day.

What an absolutely beautiful film. It is so inspiring to see the mothers handling the challenges of all their children and life in general and yet still be able to enjoy life. Thank you for producing this.

You guys are wonderful! It was a little tough getting through the 60lb gear bag, $1700 Arc'teryx suits, scenes of the "humble" abode in Vail... right up to the point where you said, "...the chance to bear the mother load is...." Perfect whiplash! So, I'm not so sure if privilege is quite the right word. I'm still searching myself as a single Dad with a little girl. For me it's a honor. You guys are doing it though! Better than that you are honoring it! You're keeping it moving with balance, perseverance and togetherness. Most of all I feel the love throughout the 13 minutes and 44 seconds. Feeling alone when all feels lost is so real even when you are surrounded. Much respect! Thank you! Continue with all your spirit in all that you do! As a long time Vail skier, you guys are already shredding it! Hope to see you (all) out there...

The mountains bring me peace and are my "happy place". I lost my wife 8 years ago and raised our son who was 12 at the time. We put him in ski school when he was 8 but he didn't enjoy skiing as much as I do and my wife didn't care for the cold weather but we did manage to do some local trips. After my wife passed I took my son to Sunshine and Lake Louise to show him what real skiing is and he was surprised at how long the runs were. Now I ski solo most of the time.

This is exactly what I needed to see on my mama-skiing-alone-weekend 🙂

too early to be crying

Shout out to all the mums of littles from a mama of teens: I'm not sure it gets any easier as they get older (big kids, big problems and all), but I swear the day will come when you won't have to carry and fill another sippy cup again. Promise. Y'all are my heroes.

I don't think there's anything more powerful than a mother's love❤️

МАМА очень любит своих детей,у них прекрасное будущее!!Она достойна огромного уважения,восхищения,всего наилучшего ее семье,здоровья!!

We r proud of these mother ..the kids are lucky enough they got mother like these ❤️❤️❤️❤️ lots of love ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏

Hats off to all single moms and dads who take care of their kids...they are my heros...

Wow!!! You are amazing. I applaud you for your indomitable spirit. You are a true hero and I am humbled and in awe. I wish you continued strength to carry on. Your children are so loved and so lucky to have such a kick ass mom. 🙏🏼❤️

Very beautiful! The struggle and joy that we have experienced teaching and raising our three boys how to ski. My wife devotes unbelievable amount of time preparing us to go skiing just to see them experience that epic powder day! There’s two of us. I could only imagine doing it all on your own.

It is commendable to see a ski film about real people living real lives. Thank you so much to these two mothers for sharing openly. God bless you and your families. ❤️

New mom emotions have me tearing up. Such a beautiful film.

One of the most inspiring outdoor vids I have ever seen.

Amazing women......incredible Mothers! They inspiring me...Respect, Love and Never give up!

Aw this is so beautiful. Shout out to all of the awesome moms out there. Y’all are the best ❤

Thanks for sharing this untouched subject in ski films! Almost all of those crazy pros once had their mom put on boots and helmets for them, and it's fantastic to see a film honouring moms

Amazing mothers! Nature can help us to heal. I have found my way back to the ski hill and can’t wait for the ski year to begin again.

Absolutely loved it! Enjoy them while they're young, because, believe it or not, one day soon they'll be off skiing with their friends and you actually miss all the endless kit organising, complaints (there are always plenty of them), cold picnics, warm hot chocolates to defrost them ... the list is endless.

This is one of the best things I’ve ever watched on KZfaq. Really hope it gets the respect it deserves 👏👏👏

This was so moving and so beautiful. What incredible, brave women!

This touched me so so deep! Amazing! I am a mom of two, not a single mom myself, but raised by my mom alone. In the middle of Covid you can feel very lonely and you can struggle with managing everything, but this video made me realize how lucky I am. Two healthy boys, my amazing husband to be. Being a mom is the most amazing job in the world, ever! Would not change it for one single thing! You two are amazing, just being you, the best mom day in day out! Love from Holland

I knew Dave Treadway, I still can't believe he's gone, leaving Tessa and those three little boys, and many friends who loved him. It breaks my heart whenever I think about it.

I did this with three. They all started out in a pack on my back. When you get to the point where they’re skiing on their own, it’s so wonderful. Then they don’t want to ski with mom anymore. Give yourselves kudos.

Wow, just wow! Just sent this to my mother. It is exactly what I wanted to say to her, but never had the words to say it.

So brave and badass moms. A powerful little movie. 🙏

Because it's all worth that one moment, that one ski, that one smile, that one sunset, that one snotty hug. Well done Arc'teryx, cheers to you Mountain Mamas.

Incredibly good, sad, beautiful. Even though I'm not a mother, but a father of 2 children, I thought the film was fantastic. I have the greatest respect for the mothers and will try to maintain my respect for the dangers in the mountains.

Beautiful story, thank you!

Absolutely phenomenal!! Such a real reflection of motherhood and the burdens we shoulder to give our kids the gift of skiing.

Remarkably perseverant women..truly heartbreaking touching and inspiring!

What a trully wonderful film. No usual machismo just great folk doing super extraordinary trips with their children - just amazing!

Love love love this! Can totally relate to this as I am a single parent child.

Just beautiful. Thank you for sharing the stories of these moms. 💚💛💙💜

This reminds me of my intrepid wife Julie Choo-lee who has always graciously taken on the many mantles of motherhood including taking our boys out summer camping (when I'm usually at my busiest at work) and being the primary ski instructor (since their dad's the only snowboarder). Her love of the outdoors has been indelibly transferred to our kids. Such a great watch and a great tribute to all the strong women, moms or not, who call the outdoors their home.

A professional skier was born like this. Love it.

Im watching this while waiting for my (now) teen who's in counselling and as I'm thinking about how to (yet again) motivate her to get up early tomorrow 🤞 so we can ski the last weekend the Mountain is open.... I was feeling so weighed down by the load but watching this is making my heart burst... I'm swimming in so many emotions right now. Thank you for this...I can't even describe how seen I feel....💗 amazing.

Cried the whole way through this. What amazing women.x💓

What a beautiful movie. I‘m so thankful my family took me out skiing. ❤️

Beautiful film. Thank you!

❤️ Thank you for sharing this humbling, thought-provoking and touching story. I'd love to see a sequel!

Just melted my heart and built me up like no other. Needed this. Thank you for sharing!

Beautiful.Thanks moms!

Thank you for sharing your story. You and your kids are a great inspiration to many of us!

What an amazing film, these lady’s are so inspiring

Love it... We would not be the people we are today if it was not for our mothers and their guiding hands. Keep on moving, keep on praying.

Tears. Bless all of you mama's.

Why would anyone give thumbs down to this heart felt, motivational story? I say well done! And blessings to all those Moms out there at the ragged edge where love is the only bastion in holding back the demons - a tenuous existence at best, at times. Seeing this production, these children know this love and coupled with knowing mountains too, are well prepared for their future lives as adults. Good job Mom. No one is here, thriving, without you.

Gorgeous and so validating. I feel seen. Thank you for this.

This video made me crying. This video reminded me the time I raised my twin boys. I eager to go skiing. I did only once by myself. I wanted to have friends like them. These kids are so lucky to have such a awesome moms!!

Well done mommas. You are the fighting fire and compassion in all of us. All the love in the universe. And Z.... big ups, masterfully captured.

Moms you rock.. Keep the strength and create those memories, thanks for the smile today.

This brought me to tears.. so beautiful and strong women ❤

Wow, it amazes me how strong you can become when faced difficult situations! Lots of love to you and your families

Thank you for this wonderful and powerful video!!!

I'm a dad with a 1.5 yr old boy, and a wee girl due in 3 weeks. I want to show this film to my wonderful wife, and remind her that she's a mummy bear. I'm her daddy bear, and we're lucky to be in this together.

Thank you so much! It is an honor to be a mother and the video is a hymn for all mothers out there!! As a solo mum with a huge passion for the mountains especially skiing, i exactly can feel every sentence and moments both mothers shared. I‘d like to watch this video in bad times, to realize that I do a fantastic job all the time. The kids are totally worth it.

What a beautiful film. Brought me to tears and laughter too. You have captured perfectly all the lovely, messy details of getting on the mountain. Love this so much. Thank you both.

Oh so beautifully done and hit me hard with...much love to you all moms as its such a blessing to have the bond of sliding on snow in all of its forms.

What a beautiful film :) Thank you Izzy, Tessa and the Arcteryx team!

Wow. Really got me in the feels. Captures the human element really well.

Awesome! I’ve really been looking forward to watching this!