[VIDEO] Parkin Costain Attempts Untouchable Alaskan Spine | There’s a Reason No One Had Skied This Line–Until Now Parkin Costain has evolved from an up-and-comer to a heavy hitter in the last few years, writes Teton Gravity Research. He’s had his eyes on the Monospine since he was 17, but after a few legends backed down from the 2,000-foot monster, it seemed like the dream line was untouchable. That is until Parkin stepped up while filming for Beyond […] SnowBrains | October 10, 2024 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Killington Resort, VT, to Invest $7-Million on 1,000 New Snowguns KILLINGTON, Vt. (October 10, 2024) – Vermont’s Killington Resort, the largest mountain resort in Eastern North America, announces a massive investment in new energy-efficient snowguns totaling 1,000 new pieces of equipment over the next two seasons. For the 2024 season, Killington and Pico will add 36 HKD Snowmakers Phazer portable snowmaking guns, install 454 HKD Impulse and Phazer R5 tower guns, and four […] Industry News Press Release | October 10, 2024 0 Comments
Brain Post: How Snow Guns Work The idea behind snowmaking is simple: you spray water into cold air, and it freezes into snow as it falls to the ground. But there’s more to it than that. Engineers have spent nearly 70 years developing snow machines, so modern snowmaking is really good. Let’s take a look at what goes into it. Related: Has Summertime Use of Snow […] Brains Tanner Blake | October 10, 2024 3 Comments
[VIDEO] Mountain Weather Update 10/10: Chance of Snow at Ski Areas Increases Next Week, Especially in Colorado Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Storm system with mountain snow possible 10/17-10/18, jet stream forecast, precipitation forecast through 10/19, and smoke forecast.” – Chris Tomer Here’s a summary of the key points: […] Weather WeatherBrains | October 10, 2024 0 Comments
NOAA ENSO October 2024 Update: Confidence of La Niña Emerging This Winter Decreased to 60% Chance This ENSO update first appeared on the climate.gov ENSO Blog and was written by Emily Becker. The tropical Pacific Ocean reflected neutral conditions—neither El Niño nor La Niña—in September. Forecasters continue to favor La Niña later this year, with an approximately 60% chance it will develop in September–November. The probability of La Niña is a bit lower than last month, […] Weather WeatherBrains | October 10, 2024 0 Comments
FIS and World Meteorology Organization Forecast “Bleak Future” for Winter Sports and Tourism The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) have announced a new partnership to raise awareness that winter sports and tourism face a bleak future due to climate change. Related Article: 85-Year-Old French Ski Resort Alpe du Grand Serre Forced to Close Permanently—Climate Change to Blame? Key messages It is the first time the UN’s […] Industry News Press Release | October 10, 2024 0 Comments
Killington Resort, VT, Welcomes First Snow of the Season Vermont’s Killington Resort, known as “The Beast of the East,” received its first snow of the 2024-25 season this morning, marking the unofficial start of winter in the Northeast. The light dusting, coupled with the resort’s snowmaking capabilities, sets the stage for another promising ski season. Related: [UPDATED: SEPTEMBER] NOAA Winter 2024-25 Early Forecast: La Niña Returns and What That […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 10, 2024 0 Comments
King Pine Ski Area, NH, Elects Shawn Taylor as New General Manager Working at a ski resort might sound like the dream job for all the winter enthusiasts who love to ski or ride all winter. Ski resorts typically offer employees free lift passes, discounted prices, and employee housing. It is one of those jobs that keeps you on the mountain all season long. Finding the right job at the ski resort […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | October 10, 2024 0 Comments
Michael Gardner, Professional Skier and Climber, Killed After Falling While Descending Jannu East in Nepal Michael Gardner, a 32-year-old professional alpine climber from Colorado, was killed on October 7 while attempting to descend the notorious North Face of Jannu East in Nepal. Gardner, known for his remarkable ascents in Alaska and the Himalayas, was on his third attempt to conquer the 24,500-foot mountain with his longtime climbing partner, Sam Hennessey. Related: World Cup Speed Skier […] Climbing CragBrains | October 10, 2024 0 Comments
Today is the Last Day to Get Ikon Pass at its Current Low Fall Rates Power Up the Value with Ikon Pass Peak Perks Denver, CO, September 26, 2024 – Score your Ikon Pass at its current low rates through October 10, 2024, before prices increase up to $90 for an adult Ikon Pass. Winter 24/25 brings access to two new destinations – St. Moritz in Switzerland and Sierra-at-Tahoe in California – along with additional […] Press Release | October 10, 2024 0 Comments
Is Lindsey Vonn Planning a Comeback to Competitive Ski Racing? The rumor mill is in overdrive since Austrian national speed coach Sepp Brunner reported that he observed Lindsey Vonn training in Sölden, Austria, this month. In an interview with Swiss newspaper Blick’s sports journalist Marcel Perren, Brunner allegedly said, “I was able to observe Lindsey Vonn training gliding turns in a very ambitious manner on the Rettenbach-Ferner glacier [in Sölden].” […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | October 9, 2024 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Mountain Weather Update 10/9: Snow Accumulations Expected Next Week in BC, WY, MT, ID, UT, and CO Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Possible storm system 10/17-10/18 for Intermountain West, warm and dry until then, storm track favors BC/Canada through 10/16, smoke forecast, jet stream and precipitation forecast through 10/17.” […] Weather WeatherBrains | October 9, 2024 0 Comments
8 Hikers Face Being Charged $25,000 Each After Hiking in Closed Area at Jasper National Park, AB The 2024 Canadian wildfire season was one of the worst on record, torching over 13 million acres across the country. One of the most destructive fires crossed paths with the popular mountain town of Jasper, Alberta, where over 25,000 people were forced to evacuate the area. Destroying over one-third of the buildings in Jasper, the fire was not fully controlled […] Climbing Luke Guilford | October 9, 2024 1 Comment
Top 5 Most Missed Snowboard Brands According to SnowBrains Readers Snowboarding started to take flight in the late 70s and early 80s, and part of the reason for the meteoric rise of snowboarding was the creativity and rebellious attitude of pioneers of the sport. The early eye-catching boards (and mono-skis) allowed riders to show off their wild and funky side while doing something new and innovative. 50-odd years ago, when […] Jack Bynum | October 9, 2024 0 Comments
The SnowBrains Podcast | Bjarne Salen – Filmer of “The Fifty” w/ Cody Townsend, Hardcore Ski Mountaineer, Adventurer, Philosopher This podcast first aired on November 9, 2021. Our guest today is Bjarne Salen. Bjarne is best known for his talents behind the camera filming The Fifty Project with Cody Townsend, in which he documents Cody climbing and skiing the 50 Classic Ski Descents of North America. This video series has been insanely popular, with around 15 million views on […] Podcasts Podcast | October 8, 2024 0 Comments
New Season, New Costs: Ski Resorts Nationwide Implement Paid Parking Policies As the air cools and the first snow arrives, signaling the impending start of the 2024-25 season, skiers and riders dream of the great days ahead. Before getting those first tracks, everyone will find more paid parking options. Despite the regional location, more mountains charge for parking, and some require reservations. This is happening as ski resorts look to control […] Industry News David Michael | October 8, 2024 1 Comment
The Return of the Dragon: Dragon Sculpture in Alpe Cimbra, Italy, Resurrected to Twice the Original Size Last summer, vandals burnt down the largest wooden dragon sculpture in the world, located in the Dolomites in Italy. Named Drago Vaia, the wooden sculpture by Venetian artist Marco Martalar at the ski resort Alpe Cimbra in Italy was made almost entirely from White Fir and measured 6 meters (20 feet) in height and 7 meters (23 feet) in length. […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | October 8, 2024 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Arapahoe Basin, CO, Tests Snowmaking Equipment Ahead of 2024-25 Season The race to open has already started. Arapahoe Basin is often a frontrunner for being one of the first resorts in North America to spin its chairs, and it looks like it is getting ready to be a contender again this year. Related: [VIDEO] Direct Weather October Snow Forecast: These Are the Regions That Will See Snow This Month The […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 8, 2024 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Copper Mountain, CO, Kicks Off Snowmaking in Preparation for Winter 2024-25 Thanks to plummeting temperatures, Copper Mountain in Colorado seized the opportunity to begin its snowmaking operations for the upcoming 2024-25 winter season. The resort’s snowmaking crew initiated the process early Monday morning, focusing on building a solid base for the upper mountain’s alpine race training facilities. Related: [VIDEO] Direct Weather October Snow Forecast: These Are the Regions That Will See […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 8, 2024 0 Comments
Retired U.S. Ski Racer Ted Ligety Ends Sponsorship With Head as He Joins DPS Retired U.S. ski racer Ted Ligety announced the end of his long-standing sponsorship by Head on social media on Monday, October 7. Ligety wrote on his Instagram account, “After 14 incredible years with @head_ski , it’s time for the new chapter. Together, we’ve achieved unforgettable victories, shaped skiing history, and pushed the boundaries of what’s possible on the slopes. The team […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | October 8, 2024 0 Comments
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