Shaun White and Nina Dobrev Get Engaged at Romantic New York City Proposal Earlier this week, on Wednesday, October 30, Shaun White and Canadian actress Nina Dobrev, shared the exciting news of their engagement. The couple gave fans a peek into the magical proposal through photos on social media, capturing the moment at New York City’s Golden Swan restaurant. Related: Shaun Whiteโs Official Retirement Statement Prior to the proposal, Dobrev, who is known […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 31, 2024 0 Comments
Ski Cooper, CO, Slashes Daily Lift Ticket Prices Over 50% The ski industry seems to continue increasing prices for all its services. Additionally, our readers recently identified the cost of the sport as the most stressful part of skiing and snowboarding. This is especially true for daily lift ticket prices, which have been climbing to extravagant levels in an apparent scheme to get most guests to commit to a season […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 28, 2024 0 Comments
The Top 5 All-Time YouTube Videos From Teton Gravity Research Teton Gravity Researchย (TGR) has captivated audiences on YouTube for nearly two decades with some of the most thrilling, awe-inspiring outdoor adventure videos on the platform. Having shared breathtaking journeys and high-stakes feats for 18 years, TGR has now surpassed a staggering 100 million views on its page. From jaw-dropping ski descents and snowboard stunts to captivating environmental storytelling, TGRโs videos […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 28, 2024 0 Comments
Did You Know There Used to Be an Unconventional Ski Area in the Suburbs of Atlanta, GA? For a few years in the late 1970s, Atlanta, Georgia, offered an unexpected twist for thrill-seekers: the Vinings Ridge Ski Area. Far from the powdery peaks of traditional ski resorts, Vinings Ridge operated on a synthetic surface due to the warm climate, making it a unique, year-round attraction. Related: The 5 Most Unique Ski and Snowboard Towns on The Planet […] Brains Brent Thomas | October 28, 2024 6 Comments
Where in North America Will It Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of October 27-November 5, 2024 Itโs always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding.ย Withย excitement buildingย for North Americaโs 2024-25 season, we focus on the resorts forecasted to receive the most snow, even if they arenโt open yet. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing where the snow is piling up so you can live vicariously through others, this […] Weather Brent Thomas | October 27, 2024 0 Comments
The 9 Most Stressful Things About Skiing and Snowboarding, According to SnowBrains Readers Skiing and snowboarding offer some of the most exhilarating and rewarding experiences in the Great Outdoors. The thrill of carving through fresh powder, the rush of adrenaline as you navigate down the slopes, and the breathtaking mountain views makes the sport unforgettable. However, alongside the excitement comes a set of challenges that can turn up the stress levels. We asked […] Brains Brent Thomas | October 25, 2024 0 Comments
Runner Who Cut Switchback on Latest Grand Teton, WY, FKT Attempt Facing Charges Earlier this year, athlete Michelino Sunseri apparently broke the 12-year-old fastest-known time (FKT) record for the Grand Teton in Wyoming on Labor Day. He completed the nearly 15-mile route, which involves climbing and descending 7,000 vertical feet to the summit at 13,775 feet and returned to his car in an impressive 2 hours, 50 minutes, and 50 seconds. This time […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 23, 2024 0 Comments
Plans for Stagecoach Mountain Ranch Private Resort Near Steamboat, CO, Moving Forward with Modifications Stagecoach Mountain Ranch (SMR) is a planned concept to resurrect a ski area that ceased operations 50 years ago into a private ski and golf resort 25 minutes from Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Discovery Land Company, which developed the Yellowstone Club, another private resort in Montana, is behind the plan. SMR is being compared to the Yellowstone Club due to its […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 21, 2024 0 Comments