Europe

Lindsey Vonn Applies for Wildcard at World Cup in St. Moritz, Switzerland

"Lindsey Vonn of the Usa competes during the Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Women's Super-G on January 19, 2015 in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. (Photo by Christophe Pallot/Agence Zoom/Getty Images)"

Lindsey Vonn, the legendary speed queen of Alpine skiing, is inching closer to a return to competition. It has been confirmed that the U.S. Ski Association has taken a proactive step, submitting an official wildcard request to the International Ski Federation (FIS). The application, addressed to FIS Secretary General Michel Vion, was made five weeks before the two Super-G races […]
Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Julia Schneemann |
3 Comments

The Touching Ways That the World’s Most Elite Ski Racers Have Honored Deceased Young Ski Racer Matilde Lorenzi in Levi, Finland

Levi Arm Patches

Eagle-eyed readers may have noticed something on Mikaela Shiffrin’s arm at Levi, Finland, last week. The American skiing legend and several other international elite athletes wore an armband during the Slalom World Cup race. The armband carried an image of deceased aspiring athlete Matilde Lorenzi, who died following an accident during training at Schnalstaler Glacier in Italy on October 28, […]
Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Julia Schneemann |
0 Comments

[VIDEO] Bouncy Balls, Trapeze Swings, and Freeskiing Alpine Peaks: Fabian Bösch’s Creative Flair Reimagines the Circus on Snow

Fabian Bösch circus video

Forget clowns and traditional tents: in Circus Bösch, it’s Swiss freeskiing star Fabian Bösch, a trapeze, some balloons, and the iconic peaks of The Schilthorn, a summit in the Bernese Alps of Switzerland, that take center stage. Using trapeze swings, bouncy balls, and snow-covered railings, Bösch performs a circus act like no other, blending athletic precision with a playful touch. […]
Post Tag for Featured VideoFeatured Video
Play Video
SnowBrains |
0 Comments

Arc’teryx and Atomic Team Up for Limited Edition Grottoflage Maverick 115 CTI Collaboration

A standing testament to two brands united in their dedication to the alpine spirit, Arc’teryx and Atomic today introduce a collaboration featuring the limited-edition Atomic Maverick 115 CTI with a custom Arc’teryx Grottoflage graphic. The limited issue Atomic Maverick 115 CTI Arc’teryx Edition delivers hard-charging, all-mountain freeride performance with progressive off-piste versatility. Fusing legendary craftsmanship with a deep passion for performance, […]
Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Avatar photo Press Release |
0 Comments

FIS Confirms Compulsory Airbag Use for 2024-25 Season for Downhill & Super-G Ski Racers

  The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) confirmed on Friday, November 8, that the use of airbags will be mandatory for all athletes competing in the Alpine speed disciplines at FIS World Cup races as of this 2024-25 season. The council held an online meeting to discuss the obligatory topic of airbags after voting in favor of introducing the […]
Post Tag for Industry NewsIndustry News
Julia Schneemann |
0 Comments