On-Mountain Restaurant at Flims-Laax-Falera, Switzerland, Burns Down Ahead of 2024-25 Ski Season The restaurant Berghaus Foppa burnt down in the Flims-Laax-Falera ski region in Switzerland on Wednesday, October 2. The local cantonal police, Kantonspolizei Graubünden, received an emergency call around 8:30 p.m., alerting them to the fact that a fire had broken out in the popular mountain restaurant. The restaurant is open almost year-round for hikers, skiers, and boarders. It is located […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | October 3, 2024 0 Comments
Swiss Research Shows 10% Jump in Avalanche Survival and 45% Faster Rescues in Last 40 Years A groundbreaking study published in JAMA Network Open reveals significant improvements in avalanche survival rates in Switzerland over the past 40 years. The research, conducted by a team led by Dr. Simon Rauch, analyzed data from 1,643 individuals critically buried by avalanches between 1981 and 2020. Related: AIARE Releases Results of New Study Indicating Avalanche Education Positively Impacts Behaviors in […] Avalanche AvyBrains | September 30, 2024 0 Comments
Opening Day for Northern Hemisphere Ski Season is 4 Days Away Ruka and Levi ski areas have set October 4 as their opening day for the 2024-25 winter season. This marks the start of the northern hemisphere non-glacial ski season, which is four days away. Ruka and Levi are typically the first non-glacier ski resorts to open in the Northern Hemisphere. Ruka’s ski season lasts more than 200 days, making it […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 30, 2024 0 Comments
Alpine World Cup Season in Sölden, Austria, Starts in 4 Weeks With only four weeks to go until the FIS Alpine World Cup season opening in Sölden, Austria, the local organization committee (LOC) is busy prepping the course for the famous event. The resort has been hosting the season opener of the Alpine calendar since 1993. The race at the Rettenbach Glacier is a staple on the FIS calendar, and the […] Julia Schneemann | September 28, 2024 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] More September Snow Hits European Alps Up to 24 centimeters (9.5 inches) of snow fell overnight in the European Alps. Predominantly, the south side of the Alps at the border between Switzerland and Italy saw the snowline drop to 1,700 meters (5,577 feet) overnight. Several Austrian and Swiss mountain passes saw snow, and the Furka and Susten Pass in Switzerland were closed due to snow on […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | September 28, 2024 0 Comments
FIS Confirms 2024-25 FIS Alpine World Cup Calendars & Season Wild Card for Hirscher The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) Committee Meetings convened in Zurich, Switzerland, from September 25 to 27. As is customary, the final day was dedicated to the Alpine World Cup subcommittee, which focused on strategic discussions and proposals for the upcoming seasons. 2024-25 FIS Ski World Cup Calendars The 2024-25 season promises an exciting lineup, featuring significant highlights such […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | September 27, 2024 0 Comments
IBU Announces Changes to Biathlon Rules Ahead of 2024-25 Season The International Biathlon Union (IBU) has released several fundamental changes for the 2024-25 season. These changes primarily concern the point system as well as the prize money awarded to athletes during World Cup and World Championship events. However changes regarding bibs, starting systems, etc. were also part of the IBU announcement. Biathlon is regulated by the IBU and not the […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | September 26, 2024 0 Comments
Ski & Board in the Heart of London, UK, This Weekend: Peak Performance to Host Rail Jam at Covent Garden This Saturday, September 27, Peak Performance will transform the famous Covent Garden Piazza into the epicenter of UK ski culture by throwing a ski rail jam, harking back to the 1995 big air that took place in the Piazza in the heart of London. Alongside world-famous Peak Performance athletes such as Alex Hackel, Henrik Windstedt and Anni Karava, the UK’s […] Industry News Press Release | September 25, 2024 0 Comments
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