"Two hikers are attempting to hike/ski the PCT this winter."
They seem to have the necessary experience, and have thought the project thru very well, especially the assessment of the risks involved. I was skeptical when I first read they were doing it NOBO, and then relieved when they decided to go SOBO. Good call that eliminates what I perceived to be the biggest dangers they are likely to face. May the mountain gods look kindly upon their effort.