The 9 Best Independently Owned U.S. ‘Mom-and-Pop’ Ski Resorts, According to SnowBrains Readers We recently reached out to our loyal readers to ask the question, “What are your favorite independently owned mom-and-pop ski areas?” Here’s a list of the top responses. Thank you, and we hope you enjoy reading. Silverton Mountain, CO Properly described as “a unique mountain experience,” Silverton operates unlike any other ski resort in the U.S. Silverton Mountain was operated […] Industry News Ryan Kime | October 4, 2024 26 Comments
The Science That Explains Why Skiing Is So Enjoyable When first learning to ski, part of the initial instruction typically includes “French fry to go, pizza to slow.” Those pizzas progress into slow turns, then soon you are linking parallel turns. Functionally, you realize that turning is used to steer your direction and control your speed. Then, as you advance further, you become enlightened that the rhythm and pressure […] Brains Brent Thomas | October 3, 2024 5 Comments
SnowBrains is Hiring Winter 2024-25 Interns SnowBrains is the leading snowsports media outlet, and we’re on a mission to become the New York Times of the snowsports industry. To achieve this dream, we’re seeking passionate and talented individuals to join our team and take us to new heights. A Unique Opportunity for Snowsports Enthusiasts If you’re a positive, original, and intelligent individual who loves skiing, snowboarding, […] SnowBrains | October 1, 2024 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 | September 30, 2024 0 Comments
7 of the 9 Most Expensive Small Towns in the U.S. are Ski Towns The town-and-country lifestyle is often portrayed as simpler, more idyllic, and less expensive than big-city living, especially when it comes to housing. But is this really the case? LendingTree analyzed U.S. Census Bureau data from the American Community Survey to explore the costs of buying a home in smaller towns. They identified the 50 U.S. micropolitan areas (towns with populations […] Industry News Brent Thomas | September 25, 2024 5 Comments
The Undisputed First Rule of Skiing and Snowboarding What’s the first rule of skiing and snowboarding? Do they even have rules? That is a question we asked our readers to see the consensus. We got over 400 responses with answers ranging from practical to comical. First and foremost, many answers were directly from the skier responsibility code, which was updated in 2022 to include three additional codes. Also […] Brains Brent Thomas | September 23, 2024 3 Comments
The 7 Most Affordable Season Passes in the United States When it comes to ski season passes, the spotlight often falls on high-priced options like Deer Valley or Aspen, where a single pass can cost multiple thousands of dollars. However, for families, beginners, or budget-conscious skiers, there are far more affordable alternatives focused on smaller, more intimate resorts. Unlike the Epic and Ikon passes, which offer access to dozens of […] Brains Brent Thomas | September 19, 2024 0 Comments
Top 9 Tips for Buying and Selling Gear at the Ski Swap Fall is here, and that means one thing, it’s ski swap season! Time to grab some new gear for cheap or turn last year’s setup into a stack of cash. Here are our expert tips on how to work the ski swap like a pro. BUYING 1. Get there early. All the best deals will be gone in the first hour or […] Mike Lavery | September 18, 2024 0 Comments
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