Strong Performance by Team USA at FIS Cross-Country World Cup in Falun, Sweden, as Jessie Diggins Claims Victory & Gus Schumacher 2nd Place in 20km Race Jessie Diggins is heading to the FIS Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim, Norway, with serious momentum after securing a hard-fought victory in the 20km Mass Start Free in Falun, Sweden. The 33-year-old World Cup leader edged Norway’s Heidi Weng by just 0.7 seconds, while Sweden’s Ebba Andersson claimed third in a tight contest on the demanding course. Related: U.S. […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 16, 2025 1 Comment
2 Separate Avalanches in the French Alps Leave 3 Dead & Several Injured A bluebird day in the French Alps turned deadly on Saturday, February 15, as two separate avalanches in the Savoie region claimed three lives and left several others injured. The first avalanche struck around noon in the municipality of Arvillard, in the Belledonne massif. A group of backcountry skiers was ascending the Grands Moulins peak, which rises to 2,495 meters […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 15, 2025 0 Comments
Top 7 Snowiest Ski Resorts in Europe — Week 7, 2025 While there has not been a lot of significant snowfall in the last few days in the European Alps, some resorts did receive top ups while others compacted. There are no new entrants this week and only a slight reshuffling from last week. Please note that snowdepth is self-reported by resorts and has not been independently verified. #7 Alpe d’Huez/Vaujany, […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 14, 2025 0 Comments
How to Plan the Perfect Ski Wedding A wedding is the celebration of two people’s love and life, and when those two people love the snow and mountains, what better way to celebrate this love than by getting married in the mountains? A ski wedding combines romance and adventure, offering a unique and unforgettable celebration for ‘outdoorsy’ couples. Whether you are a seasoned skier or love the […] Julia Schneemann | February 14, 2025 3 Comments
Switzerland Dominates Male Alpine Team Combined Event at 2025 World Championships in Saalbach, Austria, as USA Narrowly Misses Out on Podium It was a red and white podium today at Saalbach-Hinterglemm, with six Swiss skiers standing on the steps of the Alpine Team Combined event. Switzerland’s Team 1, with Franjo von Allmen and Loic Meillard, took the victory just 0.28 seconds ahead of teammates Alexis Monney and Tanguy Nef of Team 2. Rounding out the all-Swiss podium was Switzerland’s Team 4, […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 12, 2025 0 Comments
Slew of Hit-and-Runs in European Alps Continues as German Skier Sustains Injuries After Collision With Snowboarder at Austrian Ski Resort A 55-year-old German skier sustained a serious collarbone injury following a collision with an unidentified snowboarder on February 10, 2025, in the Skijuwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau ski area in Austria. The accident occurred around 11:50 a.m. on red slope No. 13, known as “Wurmegg Abfahrt,” approximately 250 meters (820 feet) above the mid-station of the connecting gondolas Verbindungsbahn I and II. […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 12, 2025 0 Comments
Fiery Thrills: 9 Active Volcanoes Where You Can Ski & Snowboard For thrill-seekers and adventurous skiers, you can take your skiing and boarding to a whole new level by going down the slopes of an active volcano. While known for their destructive power, these fiery giants offer some of the most unique ski destinations on Earth. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) defines an active volcano as “a volcano or volcanic field […] Brains Julia Schneemann | February 12, 2025 0 Comments
Breezy Johnson & Mikaela Shiffrin Win Inaugural Alpine Team Combined at the 2025 World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria 26 teams were at the start today to fight for the glory of winning the inaugural Alpine Team Combined event at the 2025 World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria. Team USA had sent four teams to the start, as did France, Switzerland, and Austria. Italy had sent three teams and Germany two, while the remaining five nations—Slovenia, Norway, Canada, Bosnia and […] Julia Schneemann | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
Mikaela Shiffrin Announces Change of Plans for 2025 World Championships Leaving Lindsey Vonn Disappointed Team USA has announced its teams for the Alpine Team Combined at the 2025 World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria, and the announcement has raised some eyebrows amongst skiers and spectators. U.S. Ski and Snowboard will send a total of six teams into the Alpine Team Combined on February 11 and 12. The Alpine Combined is a new team event in […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 10, 2025 3 Comments
Australia Sweeps Women’s Aerials Podium as U.S. Men Shine at Deer Valley, UT The Australian women’s Aerials team made history Friday, February 7, with a dominant sweep of the podium at the FIS Freestyle World Cup, while the U.S. men delivered a statement performance on home soil in Deer Valley, Utah. Related: Switzerland Hosts Inaugural FIS Freestyle Ski Summer Grand Prix Two-time world champion Laura Peel led the charge, claiming her third straight […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 9, 2025 0 Comments
Witnesses Wanted as Skiers Knock Woman to Ground & Ski Over Her Face in Hit-and-Run at Austrian Ski Resort A Belgian skier sustained serious injuries after being struck by two unidentified skiers on a slope in Austria’s Kitzbühel ski area, prompting police to call for witnesses. The 31-year-old woman was descending the blue-rated connection Bärenbadkogel I + II run in Jochberg at approximately 1:40 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, when an unidentified skier collided with her, knocking her to […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 9, 2025 0 Comments
America’s Golden Girl: Breezy Johnson Crowns Herself 2025 Downhill World Champion at Saalbach, Austria There were a lot of hot contenders for the title of Downhill World Champion this Saturday, February 8, but it was an underdog who took the victory on the Zwölferkogel course in Saalbach, Austria. USA’s Breezy Johnson claimed victory ahead of home favorite Mirjam Puchner in second place and Czechia’s Ester Ledecka in third place. U.S. Breezy Johnson had the […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 8, 2025 1 Comment
Oil Dynasty Heir’s Elk Mountain Lodge Hits Market at Record Asking Price for Aspen, CO, at $125 Million A sprawling estate in Aspen, Colorado, has hit the market for $125 million, making it the most expensive real estate listing in state history. The 53-acre compound, dubbed Elk Mountain Lodge, is located on 125 Rooney Circle in Pitkin County, and features eight structures totaling 25,277 square feet, including a 16,600-square-foot main lodge with seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. Once […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 6, 2025 0 Comments
Top 7 Snowiest Ski Resorts in Europe — Week 6, 2025 After some solid snowfall last week, ski resorts across the Alps saw smaller top-ups in recent days, keeping conditions fresh on the slopes. It has been a very French week in terms of snowdepth rankings, with six of the top seven spots occupied by French resorts. The only exception is a lone Swiss contender, highlighting the dominance of France when […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 6, 2025 0 Comments
Skier Sentenced to Prison for Using Father’s Ski Pass A Spanish skier has been sentenced to one year and nine months in prison for repeatedly using his elderly father’s ski pass to access the lifts at Sierra Nevada, Spain. The father’s ski pass was a free ski pass for skiers over the age of 70 and the defendant was accused of repeatedly using his father’s ski pass over two […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 6, 2025 0 Comments
USA’s Lauren Macuga Skies onto Super-G Podium at 2025 World Championships in Saalbach, Austria, As Stephanie Venier Claims Victory on Homesoil It was a picture-perfect day at Saalbach, Austria, this morning on Thursday, February 6, and the Super-G course set by Team USA’s coach Alex Hödelmoser was fast and sporty. Victory at the 2025 World Championships went to Austria’s Stephanie Venier, who narrowly demoted Federica Brignone to second place by 0.10 seconds. Rounding out the podium were two skiers in equal […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 6, 2025 0 Comments
Seasoned Mountain Guide Killed in Avalanche Near Chamonix, France A seasoned mountain guide was found dead late Tuesday night, February 4, after an avalanche buried him while backcountry skiing near the Les Houches ski resort in Haute-Savoie in France. The 59-year-old had set out alone on the slopes of Mont Lachat, an area he knew well. An alarm was raised by concerned friends around 4:30 p.m. when he failed to […] Avalanche Julia Schneemann | February 5, 2025 0 Comments
Faster Than the Boys: Italian Speed Skier Valentina Greggio Makes History as First Woman to Outpace Men Italian speed skier Valentina Greggio etched her name in the record books on Saturday, February 1, becoming the first woman to post a faster time than her male counterparts in a World Cup speed skiing event. Racing down the iconic slope in Vars, France, Greggio clocked an astonishing 202.140 kilometers per hour—edging out men’s winner Simone Origone, who topped out […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 4, 2025 0 Comments
Alex Ferreira Leads U.S. Podium Sweep at FIS Halfpipe World Cup in Aspen, CO Team USA delivered a dominant performance in the men’s final at the FIS Halfpipe World Cup on Sunday, with Aspen native Alex Ferreira securing victory in front of an electrified home crowd. Ferreira’s third-run score of 95.75 led a U.S. sweep of the podium, while Great Britain’s Zoe Atkin claimed the women’s title for her first World Cup win in […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 3, 2025 0 Comments
USA Confirms FIS Alpine World Championship Team for Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria, Including Mikaela Shiffrin & Lindsey Vonn Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn, two of the most dominant names in ski racing history, might compete together for the first time in the newly introduced team Alpine Combined event at the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria. The U.S. Ski Team announced its 21-athlete roster on Friday, January 31, featuring a mix of seasoned champions and […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 3, 2025 0 Comments
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