Martin Kuprianowicz

Skier, storyteller, and Editor-in-Chief at SnowBrains.

Keystone, CO, Ski Patrol Union Pushes for Fair Pay and Better Conditions in Contract Negotiations with Vail Resorts

The Keystone Ski Patrol Union (KSP) is in the midst of its first contract negotiations with Vail Resorts since unionizing last year, seeking fair wages and improved working conditions for its patrollers. With only a quarter of the proposed contract terms agreed upon so far, the union has ramped up its efforts to push for meaningful progress, highlighting frustrations over […]
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206-MPH Winds Hit Kirkwood Mountain Resort, Approaching California Record

Kirkwood Mountain Resort, near Lake Tahoe, experienced an extraordinary weather event on Tuesday night when winds at the summit reached a staggering 206 miles per hour. The gusts were measured at the resort’s summit weather station, situated at an elevation of approximately 9,186 feet. This extreme wind speed is among the highest ever recorded in California. In February 2020, a […]
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Driver Abandons Audi Sports Car on Keystone Resort, CO, Ski Trail Following GPS Mishap

Skiers on the Schoolmarm trail at Keystone Resort on Monday, January 6,  encountered an unexpected obstacle: an abandoned Audi sports car. The unusual sight was the result of a GPS error that led the vehicle’s driver onto the ski trail late Sunday night. Related: [VIDEO] Navigation Fail Sees American Driver Stuck in the Middle of Cross-Country Trails in Austria According […]
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Texas Man Files Lawsuit Against Winter Park Resort, CO, Following Chairlift Fall

A Texas man is suing Winter Park Resort and its parent companies after reportedly falling from a chairlift in March 2023, sustaining severe injuries that have left him with lasting physical impairments. The lawsuit, filed on Jan. 2, 2025, names Alterra Mountain Company U.S. Inc., Intrawest/Winter Park Operations Corporation, and a lift operator as defendants. Related: Vail Resorts and Park City […]
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Powder Mountain, UT, Debuts Timberline Chairlift Replacement, Ushering in a New Era of Upgrades

Powder Mountain opened its much-anticipated Timberline chairlift on December 19, marking a significant step in a season of transformative upgrades for the Utah ski resort. The new Skytrac fixed-grip quad replaces one of the state’s oldest operational lifts, bringing modern reliability, increased uphill capacity, and improved skier access to the mountain’s diverse terrain. Related: Powder Mountain, UT, Makes February Weekends […]
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Salt Lake City, UT, Residents Unhappy About New Recreation Fees Implemented at Central Wasatch Trailheads

The U.S. Forest Service has introduced new recreation fees at several popular trailheads in Big Cottonwood Canyon near Salt Lake City, including the Mill D Trailhead and Spruces Campground, home to some of the most popular backcountry skiing areas in the Wasatch. Visitors have reported finding flyers on their vehicles, leading to confusion and discussions on social media. Some individuals […]
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Italian Binding Manufacturer ATK is Changing the Game with the Launch of its New Solid Aluminum ‘HY’ Hybrid Freeride Binding

[Dec. 13, 2024 – Fiorano Modenese, Italy] – ATK, renowned for its cutting-edge ski binding technology, has unveiled the Hy, a revolutionary hybrid ski binding that redefines the balance between alpine-level downhill performance and lightweight touring capabilities. Designed for skiers who seamlessly transition between freeride and ski touring, the Hy offers unprecedented responsiveness, precision, and versatility, making it an ideal companion […]
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