03-06-2026 20:03 via powder.com

Matthias Giraud Lands First Ski BASE Jump of Aiguille du Plan North Face

The world's first ski BASE jump from the North Face of the Aiguille du Plan in Chamonix, France, was officially completed on May 26, 2026.
Professional skier and BASE jumper Matthias Giraud, also known as "Super Frenchie," completed the jump, which consisted of a 600m descent and a 50+ degree pitch ski BASE jump off the 55m sérac at the bottom of the face. Such a feat requires expert ski-BASE skills and top-level ski mountaineering ability.
Alongside mountain guide Alex Perinet and cinema
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