[VIDEO] Snowboarder Snags First Face Shots of the Season in Main Chute at Alta Ski Area, UT View this post on Instagram A post shared by Justin Morgan (@jmosends) And so it begins. Park City-based snowboarder Justin Morgan showcases his deep-powder-slashing abilities in Main Chute at Alta Ski Area on Thursday, October 26, after an eight-inch storm blanketed the ski area. By the profundity of the face shots seen in the belly of the couloir, it’s safe […] Backcountry SnowBrains | October 27, 2023 0 Comments
Japan Dominates at FIS World Cup Snowboard Big Air Event in Chur, Switzerland Japan claimed not one or two, but a mindboggling five out of six podiums on Saturday at the Snowboard Big Air Event in Chur, Switzerland. After yesterday’s cancellation of the Freeski event, it was a relief that the Snowboard Qualifiers and Finals were possible to be held on Saturday, October 21, 2023. It was not without a ton of effort […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | October 22, 2023 0 Comments
You Can Have Private Access to this Utah Resort with Luxury Accommodations and Snowboarding Lessons from Shaun White for Only $12.60 a Night Olympic gold medalist, Shaun White, is teaming up with Vrbo to offer a lucky winner and their crew an incredible private ski and snowboard experience. The winner of the contest will receive lodging at The Boulders, a luxury ski-in/ski-out Vrbo cabin and private access to the entire Eagle Point Resort in Utah, as well as one-on-one time with the “Flying Tomato.” […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 18, 2023 0 Comments
Jones Snowboards Introduces Re-Up Tech Snowboard Recycling Program Re-Up Tech is a first-of-its-kind program that recycles retired snowboards and upcycles the materials into new snowboards Winter apparel and backcountry gear brand Jones Snowboards is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking new snowboard production technology called Re-Up Tech that allows snowboards to be recycled and the collected materials to be used to make new snowboards. The Re-Up Tech process was […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 18, 2023 0 Comments
Shaun White Adds Women’s Line of Snowboard Apparel to Namesake ‘Whitespace’ Brand Global snowboard icon Shaun White adds a women’s base layer, puffer jacket, and riding kit to the growing Whitespace brand, sold at Backcountry Shaun White, a three-time Olympic gold medalist, builds upon his namesake brand with the addition of women’s performance wear designed for riders of all disciplines. The performance brand, developed alongside outdoor retailer Backcountry, debuted two years ago […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 18, 2023 0 Comments
9 Signs You Are Addicted to Skiing and Snowboarding For those who’ve fallen under the enchanting spell of skiing, you know it’s more than just a hobby; it’s a way of life. As with any passion, there’s a fine line between devotion and addiction. But how do you know if you’ve crossed the line from being an enthusiastic skier to being truly addicted, or even if it’s possible to […] Laughs Brent Thomas | October 14, 2023 3 Comments
Snowboarders Get First Tracks on Groomed Snow at Mammoth Mountain, CA It’s less than 37 days until Mammoth Mountain in California opens for the 23/24 winter season, but for some people, that’s just too long. Following a storm that dropped up to four inches of fresh snow on the area, eager snowboarders were able to hike up and make first tracks in Cornice Bowl. Related: [PHOTOS] First Significant Snow of the Season […] SnowBrains | October 4, 2023 0 Comments
Protect Our Winters Honors U.S. Ski & Snowboard with Jake Burton Award U.S. Ski & Snowboard has been selected as the recipient of the esteemed Jake Burton Award by Protect Our Winters (POW). The award, won previously by companies like Burton, Strava, New Belgium, and more, was presented to U.S. Ski & Snowboard at POW’s Leadership Summit in Reno, Nevada, in September. Related: U.S. National Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame Announces […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 2, 2023 0 Comments