After the World Cup Is Before the World Cup — A Critical Look at FIS Alpine Racing and What We Can Learn for 23/24 The leadership of the International Ski Federation’ FIS’ has been under fire for a while, not least since the election of the new CEO, Johan Eliasch, in June 2021. His election was so controversial several officials of national ski organizations walked out of the election process. The officials called the election a farce, as the only option was to vote for […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | March 28, 2023 0 Comments
Rent the Record-Setting $57.25 Million Property in Vail, CO Setting the record for the most expensive local sale at $57.25 million, this Vail property has two homes to choose from. The property, named ‘Opus and Ethos,’ was formerly owned by publishers Webster and (cringe alert for the college students) McGraw-Hill. The two interconnected homes cover a massive 23,000+ square foot area. That’s over one-half acre of pure house! Get […] Industry News Luke Guilford | March 28, 2023 0 Comments
Snowbasin, UT, Report: 22″ Lake Effect Powder Overnight = 504″ of Record-Breaking Snowfall this Season Report from Monday, March 27, 2023 Yesterday, Snowbasin broke its all-time snowfall record of 475″ set in the winter of 1981-82. Today, the resort broke 500″. 22″ fell in roughly 12 hours last night so sneakily. The culprit? Lake-effect. The drive to Snowbasin was anarchy this morning. Two feet of snow fell in Ogden and I-15 was shut down due to […] Conditions Report Martin Kuprianowicz | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: 2-4 Feet of Snow Possible For Sierra Through Thursday Forecast By SnowBrains Chief Meteorologist – Eric McNamee 11:20 PM MDT, 3/27/2023 Forecast Summary: Yet another storm will move through California Tuesday into Thursday, bringing 2-4 FEET of snow to the Sierra. Precipitaion currently over the northern portion of California will move to the south and east as the storm pushes to the south. Snow levels will initially start out […] Weather WeatherBrains | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Grand Targhee Resort, Wy-Daho, Conditions Report: 500″ and Counting… Report from March 25-26, 2023 After a glorious, and somewhat catch-em-by-surprise storm cell over the weekend, Grand Targhee Resort has reached an epic 500″ of snowfall for the season. And there’s more of the powder-y stuff inbound throughout the week ahead. It’s the sort of depth in snow at Targhee that almost mandates a wide-open, steep pitch for maximum speed. […] Conditions Report Paulie | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Once Upon a Week in the Kootenays, BC: A Travelogue, Kimberley & Fernie Alpine Resorts Canadians are born travelers. This beautiful country is massive; going long distances is in our DNA. I’ve had the very good fortune of traveling back and forth across this vast country many times, and every stop holds a special moment in my memory, but nothing compares to the first time you see the mountains in British Columbia. The southeast region […] Jacqui Davis | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
[Gear Review] Staying Connected on the Slopes with the Cardo Packtalk Outdoor The Product Unless your summertime adrenaline fix comes in the form of accelerating speeds on two rapidly spinning motorized wheels, there’s a good chance that you haven’t yet heard of Cardo Systems’ range of products. Founded in 2003, the company recognized for designing state-of-the-art wireless mesh and Bluetooth communication systems for motorcycle riders has expanded its product range to include […] Gear Jacqui Davis | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Introduces “My Epic Gear,” Reimagining Gear Ownership and Gear Rental Guests choose the gear they want, for the full season or for the day, from a selection of the most popular and latest models Gear will be tuned and available to guests at any participating resort, guaranteed, with free in-resort delivery plus pick up and drop off slopeside, every day Low daily fee for only the days the guest skis […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 27, 2023 1 Comment
Up for the Challenge: Where to Find Tree Lines and Powder Stashes All Day at Diamond Peak, NV Brought to you by Diamond Peak Are you looking for run after run of powder stashes, tree lines, and challenging terrain? The first resort that comes to mind may not be Diamond Peak, but it should be on your list. “We’re actually proud to still be relatively unknown in the greater Lake Tahoe ski scene. We’re the only community-owned resort in […] Featured Article Jenah MacGrain | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Snowbasin Resort, UT, Surpasses 500″ for Record-Breaking Season Snowfall Snowbasin Resort joined the other Utah resorts celebrating record snowfall after surpassing its previous best of 475″ in 1981/82 this weekend. The resort officially broke its all-time record on Sunday after 11″ took it to 482″ for the season. The snow didn’t stop there, though, and Snowbasin has since received a further 22″ and currently sits at 504″ for the […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Park City, UT, Bans Ski Wax Due to ‘Forever Chemicals’ Polluting the City’s Water Sources Forever chemicals, or PFAS chemicals, are persistent and long-lasting chemicals that can lead to a number of health issues in humans. According to Clean Water Action, every American that has been tested has turned out to have PFAS chemicals in their blood. These chemicals are typically used to make products waterproof, grease-proof, and stick-proof; which is why it’s no surprise […] Industry News Zoe Loftin | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Family of Man Asphyxiated on Vail, CO, Chairlift Reaches Rare Settlement in Wrongful Death Lawsuit The family of a man who died on a Vail Mountain, CO, chairlift in February 2020 has settled its lawsuit with Vail Resorts. Jason Varnish, 46, of New Jersey, died of positional asphyxia when his clothing got caught and entangled on the chairlift on 13th February 2020. He could not breathe due to his coat and tight clothing around his […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Carson National Forest Seeks Comments on Plans for Taos Ski Valley, NM Carson National Forest is seeking comments on the Draft Environmental Assessment for resort projects that Taos Ski Valley, NM proposed. Comments can be submitted between March 9 and April 9, 2023. The Forest seeks to authorize the resort to: Build a base-to-base gondola. Replace lifts 2 and 8. Install a new booster station, water tank, and additional snowmaking pipe. Develop […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Alpine Ski Racing’s Oldest Medallist Johan Clarey Retires At 42 French ski racer Johan Clarey, the oldest skier to podium at a FIS World Cup, the Winter Olympics, and the FIS World Championship, has retired at age 42. In a career that began in Lake Louise, Canada, in November 2003, Clarey competed in four Winter Olympics and six World Championships. Last week’s FIS World Cup Finals marked his last competitive Downhill race, and the French […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Ski Santa Fe, NM, Announces Season Extension Through April 16th Ski Santa Fe, NM, announced over the weekend that thanks to over four feet of snow in March, it is extending its season through April 16th. SEASON EXTENDED THROUGH APRIL 16TH! Spring has yet to arrive at Ski Santa Fe and we aren’t ready for the season to end! We have received more than 4 feet of snow in the […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Crested Butte, CO, Report: Teocalli 2 Bowl Opened for Only 3rd Time in History Crested Butte, CO – Thanks to an impressive winter, Teocalli 2 bowl opened for the third time since it was added to the resort in 2014/2015. Crested Butte has had an incredible season, and they just passed 300″ of snow – only the fifth time since records started being recorded in 1989. I have been working on getting to know […] Conditions Report Dominic Gawel | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
The New Lone Peak Tram at Big Sky Resort, MT, Will Charge Per Ride Rather Than Per Day The new Lone Peak Tram at Big Sky Resort, MT, is highly anticipated. Skiers and snowboarders are looking forward to it opening for the 2023-24 season. The tram offers the only lift-served access to 1,200 acres of expert terrain. To access this terrain otherwise requires a 45-minute boot pack. Along with the new tram will come significant changes in how […] Industry News Brent Thomas | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
FIS To Implement Fluoro Wax Ban From 23/24 The International Ski and Snowboard Federation ‘FIS’ announced last week that fluorinated (or fluoro) waxes will be fully banned at the start of the upcoming 23/24 Northern Hemisphere winter season. FIS has intended to ban the use of fluoro wax for several years, but the ability to reliably monitor the use of a fluorinated wax has forced a postponement of […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Have You Seen Ullr? Missing Dog Believed to be Alive After Avalanche Near Marble, CO, Almost 2-Weeks Ago Ullr and his owner Jacob were caught in an avalanche in Chair Mountain, near Marble, CO, Friday, March 17, 2023, which saw one man killed and two people buried. It was unclear what happened to Ullr, but there have been paw prints sighted in the snow near the avalanche, so experts believe that the canine survived the avalanche but is […] Industry News AvyBrains | March 26, 2023 0 Comments
Mikaela Shiffrin Earned More Than $1 Million in Prize Money in 22/23 World Cup Season U.S. ski racer Mikaela Shiffrin not only finished the 22/23 FIS World Cup season winning the Overall Crystal Globe, the Slalom Crystal Globe, and the Giant Slalom Crystal Globe, but the 28-year-old also walked away with more than $1 million in prize money. Related: Mikaela Shiffrin Is The First Skier To Win Over $1 MILLION In Prize Money Each FIS […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | March 26, 2023 0 Comments