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Brent Thomas

Skier, mountain biker, fitness enthusiast, and native Oregonian. Father to three and husband to one.

The 11 Highest Season Snowfall Totals Ever Recorded in U.S. History

The winter of 2022/23 will not be soon forgotten. It may never be forgotten. Many ski resorts set record snowfall totals. Related: These Are the 18 Resorts in the U.S. That Have Set Snowfall Records This Season Alta Ski Area was the standout of the season. Not only did it set its record for snowfall of 903 inches, but it […]

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Brent Thomas | April 26, 2023
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Why Do Ski Resorts Close When Their Snowpack Is Still So Deep?

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At the beginning of the ski season, it is a race to see what resort will open first. Pent-up demand from not skiing during the summer and fall drives skiers to clamor for their first tracks of the season. Sometimes this is only on one lift and a measly 12-inch base, most of which might be man-made snow. Then, at […]

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Brent Thomas | April 24, 2023
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[VIDEO] Kai Jones Gives Update Chronicling his Journey Since Injury in March

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About a month and a half ago, 16-year-old professional skier Kai Jones suffered the worst injury of his career.  Related: Kai Jones Injured in Jackson Hole, WY, Backcountry and Extracted by Search and Rescue Teams Now he has a video update on his Instagram account outlining what’s happened since the injury.  He is clearly motivated to get back on the […]

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Brent Thomas | April 24, 2023
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Bode Miller’s 3-Year-Old Twin Boys Hit 100-Day Season

Bode Miller has accomplished numerous feats in his skiing career. Not only is he the winningest male alpine ski racer in U.S. history, but he is also the co-founder of Peak Ski Company. Now, along with the help of his wife, Morgan Beck, he is helping his progeny accomplish the unthinkable. On April 6, their twin boys, Aksel and Asher, […]

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Brent Thomas | April 20, 2023
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The 9 Most Expensive Ski Resorts in the World

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Skiing is an expensive sport, and some ski resorts take luxury to the next level, offering world-class amenities, gourmet dining, and top-notch service to their guests. While the cost of a ski trip can add up quickly, the most expensive part is often paying for lodging. Related: The 9 Most Expensive Ski Towns in the United States Not all resorts […]

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Brent Thomas | April 20, 2023
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[UPDATED] These Are the 18 Resorts in the U.S. That Have Set Snowfall Records This Season

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It has been a winter to remember, especially in the western United States. California and Utah saw huge snowfall totals. All these resorts are raising a banner for record snowfall during the 2022/23 season. The list is in ascending order based on total snowfall. All snow totals are from April 15, 2023, meaning they could still add to their already […]

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Brent Thomas | April 19, 2023
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[PHOTOS] Buried Cars in South Lake Tahoe, CA, are Starting to Reappear

Record snowfall in Lake Tahoe, CA, has buried ski resorts and houses this season. However, they weren’t the only thing getting buried. Cars that got caught in the storms were stranded as well. Related: A Photo Tour of the Buried Houses of Lake Tahoe, CA – SnowBrains Now those cars are showing themselves, so owners can finally answer the question, […]

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Brent Thomas | April 13, 2023
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Defining What Exactly is Backcountry, Sidecountry, Frontcountry, and Slackcountry

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Who can be blamed for wanting to ski outside the ski resort? Fewer people, new terrain, untracked lines, and deep powder are only some of the allurements. In general, this wilderness adventure has been called “backcountry skiing.” However, some other terms have arisen to describe this discipline that deserve further clarification. Backcountry This is the broadest term describing any terrain […]

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Brent Thomas | April 12, 2023
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