Snowboarder Dies After Hitting Snow Cannon at Flims-Laax-Falera Resort, Switzerland On Tuesday, December 27, 2023, a snowboarder collided with a snow cannon in the Flims-Laax-Falera ski area in Switzerland. He died as a result of his serious injuries, according to the cantonal police of Graubünden. According to the press release by the police, the snowboarder rode down the ski slope No. 52 on Tuesday, December 27, around 10:45 a.m. On […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 3, 2024 0 Comments
Gear Review: 2023/24 Arbor Candle Rain 155 Snowboard Arbor is hands down one of the most reliable companies in the world of snowboarding, and they recently dropped their 2023/24 snowboard line. One of the featured snowboards of this season’s drop is the Pat Moore-designed Candle Rain camber board. For those that are not familiar, Pat Moore is a legendary snowboarder who has been in the game for quite […] Gear Review Jesse | December 15, 2023 0 Comments
9 Must Read Books for Your Dive into the World of Skiing and Snowboarding Yes, YouTube is a great resource for beginners looking to explore the beautiful world of skiing, but there is also merit to books that can be an excellent resource for all things skiing. My first discovery of mountain sports was reading a book back in the 4th grade. Growing up in Kansas, I didn’t have exposure to skiing or snowboarding, […] Luke Guilford | December 15, 2023 0 Comments
Board Budder: 100% Plant Based Ski and Snowboard Wax We live in a world today where it does not matter what industry we are talking about, every business has to consider its environmental impact. This is great for the environment, wildlife, and the planet as a whole. The ski industry is particularly sensitive to climate change because it relies heavily on Mother Nature to provide that fresh powder each year […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | December 12, 2023 0 Comments
The 9 Most Expensive Ski and Snowboard Lessons in North America When it comes to mastering the art of skiing and snowboarding, the pursuit of excellence often comes with a price tag that reflects exclusivity, expertise, and luxury. It is no secret that skiing and snowboarding are expensive sports. Most notable in recent years has been the excessive cost of a lift ticket. However, there is another cost associated with the […] Brains Brent Thomas | December 7, 2023 1 Comment
Private Canadian Ski Resort Craigleith to Host its First-Ever FIS Snowboard Parallel Giant-Slalom World Cup Event Craigleith Ski Club in Ontario, Canada, will host its first-ever FIS Snowboard Parallel Giant Slalom World Cup event. Last season the Canadian ski resort hosted the FIS Ski Cross World Cup Finals on March 16-18, 2023. Next year, from February 15-16, 2024, the resort will host a double World Cup event, featuring both a parallel giant slalom and a parallel […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | December 7, 2023 2 Comments
Former Olympic Snowboarder Trevor Jacob Jailed Following Plane Crash YouTube Stunt Former Olympic snowboarder and YouTuber Trevor Jacob has been jailed for six months in federal prison for obstructing a federal investigation. Jacob, 30, admitted to deliberately crashing his single-propeller plane in Los Padres National Forest and destroying the wreckage. This stunt, intended to attract YouTube views, led to his sentencing by United States District Judge John F. Walter. Related: Olympic […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 5, 2023 0 Comments
The 9 Best Resorts for Snowboarders in the U.S. There is no shortage of lists for the best overall ski resorts. These lists tend to be general and are based on a number of common factors. This list is different as it will cover the best resorts specifically for snowboarders. But what makes a resort great for snowboarders? First and foremost, plentiful amounts of powder. Of course, that is […] Brains Brent Thomas | December 4, 2023 1 Comment