Breckenridge, CO, Reclaims World Record for Longest Shotski for the 12th Time In what has become an ongoing battle between two ski towns, Breckenridge, Colorado, this week reclaimed the unofficial world record for longest Shotski at its annual Ullr Fest. This year, 503 skis were lashed together up and down Main Street, running 2,477 feet in length and bringing 1,401 people together to take a synchronized shot of Breckenridge Distillery’s Broncos Blend and […] SnowBrains | December 20, 2024 0 Comments
Earning My Turns in the Intuition Tour Tongue Dual Density Liners Intuition Liners, a maker of custom ski boot liners, recently overhauled its product line. So far this season, I’ve been testing the new Tour Tongue Dual Density liner in the Montana backcountry. Related: Intuition Liners: Elevate Your Skiing Experience Intuition makes two touring-specific liners: the Tour Wrap and the Tour Tongue. Both options use dual-density, heat-moldable closed-cell foam and have […] Gear Review Mike Lavery | December 20, 2024 0 Comments
Tahoe’s Best Kept Secret: Pacific Crest Snowcats Deliver Exceptional Backcountry Skiing Away From the Crowds Nestled between California’s Palisades Tahoe and Sugar Bowl, Pacific Crest Snowcats (PCS) has offered guests deep powder experiences for 24 years. Related: 9 Ski Resorts That Offer Adjacent Cat Skiing in the U.S. Its tenure encompasses over 4,000 acres of terrain, ranging from gentle glades to expansive bowls and a wealth of classic Tahoe steeps. Imagine Palisades or Sugar Bowl […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 20, 2024 0 Comments
Alterra Mountain Co. Looking to Link Together Big Bear and Snow Summit Resorts, CA Snow has been slow to blanket Big Bear, California, this year, but big changes are on the horizon for the area’s interconnected ski scene. Bear Mountain, a cornerstone of Big Bear Mountain Resorts, has introduced its first new chairlift in three decades: the Midway lift. This high-speed, six-seat marvel carries skiers over 2,500 feet in as little as 2.5 minutes […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 19, 2024 3 Comments
Palisades Tahoe, CA, Report: Playing “Q*bert” In Crunchy Corn Snow After the Big Rain/Freeze Event Report from December 18, 2024 It’s incredible how quickly this place can go from catastrophe to damn fun. For me, this happened in 24 hours, but I’m getting reports that folks were having fun off-piste in the sunshine at Palisades Tahoe as soon as the same day of the rain/freeze event. What happened? It rained to the top of the […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | December 19, 2024 0 Comments
Keystone Resort, CO, Ski Patrol Union Challenges Vail Resorts With Collective Action KEYSTONE, CO—Yesterday, the Keystone Ski Patrol Union (KSPU) in Colorado conducted its first collective action since unionizing last season. Negotiations with Vail Resorts began in September with slow progress. With only about ¼ of the agreed-upon proposed contract, the company holds the remainder in review while the union waits for a response. Related: Park City Ski Patrol Votes Unanimously to […] Industry News Press Release | December 19, 2024 1 Comment
NOAA January 2025 Outlook: Above-Average Snowfall Predicted for Intermountain West; Uncertain Forecast for West Coast The NOAA just released its outlook for January 2025, giving skiers and riders the first glimpse into what the New Year might hold. Related: [UPDATED: NOVEMBER 22] NOAA Winter 2024-25 Forecast: La Niña Returns and What That Means For the Ski Season TL;DR for Skiers and Snowboarders: January 2025 Forecast Expect a mixed bag for winter sports enthusiasts across the […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 19, 2024 0 Comments
8-Year-Old Seriously Injured Following 30-Foot Fall From Chairlift at Mount Ski Gull, MN An 8-year-old boy from Breezy Point, Minnesota, was seriously injured after falling 30 to 40 feet from a chairlift at Mount Ski Gull on Monday evening. The incident occurred around 6:24 p.m. Related: [UPDATED] Snowboarder Seriously Injured After Falling Almost 50 Feet From Chairlift at Keystone Resort, CO The Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Ski Gull Ski Patrol, Pillager Fire & […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 19, 2024 0 Comments
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