Survey: How Economic Conditions Are Impacting U.S. Consumers’ Winter Travel Plans Winter can be the most expensive time of the year, not only because of the holiday season but also for epic ski trips. Winter ski trips are an incredible way to experience the thrill of the slopes while soaking in breathtaking mountain scenery. There’s nothing quite like the combination of fresh powder, crisp alpine air, and the après-ski atmosphere that […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 18, 2024 0 Comments
LINE Skis Introduces its First Snowboard For almost 30 years, LINE Skis has been at the forefront of freestyle skiing. But the team at LINE believes that as long as you’re out there for the fun, creativity, and freedom of riding on snow, it doesn’t matter whether you’re on one plank or two. This is why it has introduced its first snowboard: The Lateral. Designed for […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 16, 2024 0 Comments
Avalanche Centers Under Threat Due to USFS Hiring Freeze The United States Forest Service (USFS) plays a crucial role in managing public lands, including a formal agreement with the American Avalanche Association (A3) to provide avalanche forecasting programs that help keep backcountry skiers and mountaineers safe. Unfortunately, the spending bill recently passed by the U.S. House of Representatives gave the agency around $500 million less than requested. This means […] Avalanche Brent Thomas | October 14, 2024 0 Comments
Where in the World Will it Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of October 13-22, 2024 It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. The season hasn’t started yet in North America and the Southern Hemisphere’s season is winding down, but it is still exciting to see where the snow is falling. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing where the snow is piling up so you […] Weather Brent Thomas | October 13, 2024 0 Comments
Oakley Introduces Flex Scape: The First Sunglasses and Goggle Hybrid Oakley has introduced its latest innovation with Flex Scape, the brand’s first-ever hybrid goggles that combines the functionality of goggles and sunglasses. Designed to enhance performance on bluebird ski days and add style to après-ski events, they’re built to elevate your mountain experience. Related: Ex-Apple Engineer Builds Innovative Ski Poles That are Sure to Cause Envy Inspired by Oakley’s deep-rooted goggle […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 7, 2024 0 Comments
9 Signs You Are Addicted to Skiing and Snowboarding For those who’ve fallen under the enchanting spell of skiing, you know it’s more than just a hobby; it’s a way of life. As with any passion, there’s a fine line between devotion and addiction. But how do you know if you’ve crossed the line from being an enthusiastic skier to being truly addicted, or even if it’s possible to […] Laughs Brent Thomas | October 7, 2024 3 Comments
Where in the World Will it Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of October 6-15, 2024 It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. While waiting for the season to start in North America, we focus on where the snow will fall south of the equator. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing where the snow is piling up so you can live vicariously through others, this list […] Weather Brent Thomas | October 6, 2024 0 Comments
A Long Overdue Ski Resort is Finally Being Planned in the Ruby Mountains of Nevada It may surprise some, but Nevada is the most mountainous state in the U.S. when measured by named mountain ranges. More than 300 named ranges run through the state as part of the Great Basin complex. Nevada’s mountains offer stunning natural beauty and serve as important recreational areas for skiing, hiking, backpacking, fishing, mountaineering, and wildlife observation. The most dramatic […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 4, 2024 8 Comments
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