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Paul Birich

The 2025-26 FIS Alpine World Cup Kicks Off in Less Than 2 Months

With the 2026 Winter Olympic Games on the horizon, this year’s FIS World Cup should be on every snow fanatic’s radar. Late October will mark the beginning of the 2025-26 FIS Alpine World Cup season. Held in Sölden, Austria, the world’s best women and men will compete in the Giant Slalom, where top racers will reach speeds exceeding 50 miles […]

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Paul Birich | August 31, 2025
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Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Palisades Tahoe, CA—For the Love of the Valley

Palisades Tahoe, California, is more than just a ski resort to me: it’s my family connection, it’s home, and there is no place else I’d rather be on a powder day. In my opinion, Palisades has some of the best terrain that North America has to offer. With over 6,000 skiable acres across two mountains, stunning lake views, and jagged […]

Paul Birich | August 28, 2025
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