Masterclass: Navigating the Norman’s 13 Traverse with Cody Townsend

Cody Townsend breaks down the technical strategy he, Tommy Caldwell, and Bjarne Salen used to navigate the first winter traverse of Norman's 13 in the Sierra's—from collaborative route building to real-time decision-making in the field. Cody and onx Backcountry Product Manager Andy Sovick dive into essential skills, including advanced battery management, using LiDAR and 3D imagery offline to find terrain shortcuts, and how to pivot your plan when conditions change. Whether you’re planning a multi-day traverse or a technical day mission, this masterclass will teach you how to use digital mapping to travel smarter and more confidently.