Next up in the Ask a Pro series is Ms. Ingrid Backstrom. Here’s how it works:

Those of you who wish to ask a question, simply post your Q in the comments section below. We’ll keep ‘er open through the end of the month (11:59 p.m. 9/30/13). After we’ve rounded up a solid batch of your various inquiries, Ingrid will respond to her favorite questions. Her answers will be unveiled in the form of an article on freeskier.com.

Ask away!