VIDEO: Where We Roam – Nicolas Müller [arve url="https://youtu.be/DTP-f4Xgvjs"] Jon Roubik | November 30, 2018 74 Likes 0 Tweets 0 Comments
David Lama Claims First Ascent of Lunag Ri Near Everest. Alone Although climbing permits have been issued to a number of teams of for attempts at Lunag Ri, this stunningly beautiful peak of 6,907 meters (22,660′) remains unclimbed. At least until last month when 28 year-old Austrian mountaineer David Lama changed that. Located only 25 miles west of Mt. Everest, it sits on the borderline between Nepal and Tibet. Lama not only completed […] Climbing Jon Roubik | November 30, 2018 0 Comments
Conditions Report: Rope Drops and Heavy Snow All-Day Long at Arapahoe Basin, CO With well-above average snowfall for most of the state, the 2018/2019 ski season in Colorado has gone off with a bang! The snowpacks in several regions have exceeded what most are familiar with considering it’s not even December. Word got out that a one-two combo of storms would descend on the state over the holiday weekend, with targets on the […] Conditions Report Jon Roubik | November 24, 2018 0 Comments
Gear Review: X2S “Like a Dragon out of Hell” You may have found yourself there. First one to the top of a new line, or just an old favorite, completely untracked. A few people are now making their way towards you. With every step they take, the realization that line isn’t staying untracked for long sinks in a bit further. You would’ve already dropped, but you’re still just standing there, […] Gear Jon Roubik | November 23, 2018 0 Comments
How Much Snow Does Mt. Rainier, WA Actually Get? Mt. Rainier is Washington’s highest peak, and at 14,411-feet, is the only 14er in the state. Located just over 100 miles from the Pacific Ocean and roughly 60 miles southeast of Seattle, Mt. Rainier doesn’t just appear to stand alone, it really does so more than most mountains. In fact, it is ranked 3rd out of 128 ultra-prominent mountains in the […] Jon Roubik | November 16, 2018 4 Comments
When to Score in the Land of the Rising Sun Japan continues to become an ever more popular destination for powder hounds seeking out waist deep turns and it’s easy to see why. With 600″ average annual snowfall for some areas, the likelihood of scoring multiple powder days while on a trip becomes nearly a guarantee. In fact, some locations have been said to have seen snowfall in the range of […] Weather Jon Roubik | November 16, 2018 0 Comments
American to Attempt First Unaided Solo Trek Across Antarctica 33-year-old American Colin O’Brady just set out to attempt the impossible – conquering The Great White Queen. Or at least it’s been impossible until this point as a solo, unsupported, unaided transcontinental crossing of Antarctica has never been done. Although attempts have been made for over 100 years, all those who have tried have either died or had to abandon the […] Featured Article Jon Roubik | November 10, 2018 0 Comments
VIDEO: The Crew that has Captured the Essence of Modern Surfing [arve url="https://youtu.be/OCN0MQdDE0I"] Jon Roubik | November 10, 2018 15 Likes 2 Tweets 0 Comments
November Ikon Pass Opening Dates + Conditions November brings in opening days for many resorts across the states as well as into Canada. So many of these resorts are accessible from the new Ikon Pass alone. Let’s take a look at when these resorts are opening, and how much snow you can expect to find. You might also like: Banff Sunshine Village & Lake Louise Ski Resort Will Open […] Conditions Report Jon Roubik | November 8, 2018 0 Comments
Conditions Report: Vail Sees Significant Snow Ahead of Opening Day Colorado’s series of winter storms the past few days provided significant snow, unfortunately, for an insignificant number of open lift-accessed runs. For those seeking out their first taste of soft winter turns, options were limited. Essentially there were three; 1) make the trip to Wolf Creek for leftovers, 2) wait in long lines along the divide, or 3) set out into the […] Conditions Report Jon Roubik | November 7, 2018 0 Comments
Trademark Wars: Forum or Against’em If you’ve been on or around a snowboard in the last twenty years, you’re likely well aware of Forum Snowboards and their once dominating presence that’s slow fade was tragically drawn out too long. Founded by legendary pro snowboarder Peter Line in 1996, Forum Snowboards quickly assembled what was arguably the most influential team known, becoming forever cemented in snowboard […] Industry News Jon Roubik | November 2, 2018 1 Comment
Can Artificial Intelligence Improve Your Skiing? You may already be using one of many apps currently in existence to track and record data surrounding skiing performance or achievement. However, a new app claims to not only track data concerning your skiing performance, but to actually provide coaching based on the data collected through the use of artificial intelligence. The system is comprised of a thin, custom […] Gear Jon Roubik | November 2, 2018 0 Comments
Lion Air Flight JT610: Tragedy Strikes in SE Asia Indonesia is known for its cheap accommodations, abundant seafood and rich variation of consistent, high-quality waves. The country’s lush landscapes, prosperous culture and focus on adventure tourism draws in nearly 10 million international visitors a year from all corners of the earth. Over 15,000 islands spread the real-life waterworld country far and wide making the trip alone to some of […] Surf Jon Roubik | November 2, 2018 0 Comments
Top 5 Early Season Snowfall Totals On The Ikon Pass In comes November and just like clockwork, snow is flying across the west, and even in the east. Some locations have even been graced with significant single-day storm totals to help set up solid opening day conditions. With a lot of excitement surrounding the new Ikon Pass and even more snow on the horizon, it’s a good chance to look at who […] Weather Jon Roubik | November 2, 2018 0 Comments
New Fault Lines Discovered on Mt. Hood Could Shake Things Up New research has uncovered previously unknown fault lines in the vicinity of Mt. Hood capable of producing an earthquake with potential for massive devastation. The fault networks are located to the north of Mt. Hood and extend to the Columbia River, near the Gate Creek and Blue Ridge Fault. They also extend to the south and southwest in the area surrounding […] Industry News Jon Roubik | October 26, 2018 0 Comments
The Eccentric Composite Sport that is Ice Cross Downhill For those of you feeling like you could stand to break a few more bones or lose a few more teeth, we’ve got the sport for you! In what comes across as a mixture of ski cross, ice hockey, roller derby, and American Gladiators, competitors are lining up to throw themselves down solid ice in this injury-inducing sport. Downhill […] Industry News Jon Roubik | October 26, 2018 0 Comments
Spot Check: Skatepark Algorta – Where Mountains Meet The Sea In the heart of Basque Country, where the Rioja flows endlessly through the lush green hills, there lies a special place for those who care to go searching. Situated between the foothills of the Pyrenees and the North Atlantic, the perfect location connects the vibrations of snow and surf just like the activity it was built for. The first skatepark […] Trip Report Jon Roubik | October 19, 2018 0 Comments
Recap: Quiksilver Pro France 2018 The European leg of the tour often marks the home stretch for those who still have hope for claiming the World Title and once again, possibly the most enchanting stop of the WSL world tour has come and gone. The Quik Pro France is often associated with near-shore barrels, but unique in that it’s almost always the most unpredictable venue […] Surf Jon Roubik | October 17, 2018 0 Comments
How Altitude Sickness Becomes Deadly Hiking at Altitude. Image: Telluride If you ski, snowboard, or climb at elevation, you’ve probably experienced some level of acute mountain sickness (AMS) or are at least aware of the condition more commonly known as altitude sickness. AMS, caused by the decrease of available oxygen as elevation is gained, is often associated with relatively mild symptoms such as headaches and […] Climbing Jon Roubik | October 1, 2018 0 Comments
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