Ski Duo Breaks Speed Record on Mont Blanc, Skiing All 4 Faces and Climbing 24,000 Vertical Feet in Stunning 21 Hours Record-setting alpinist Benjamin Védrines, 32, and partner Nicolas Jean recently conquered all four of Mont Blancs incredible faces in an impressive 21 hours. While that accomplishment might be incredible enough, the fact that these two mountaineers conquered the amazing feat in June makes it even more astonishing. Mont Blanc, sitting at an elevation of 15,777 feet, hold snow near its […] Climbing Joseph Kaufmann | June 19, 2025 0 Comments
Yeti Xtreme Verbier 2025: Inside the Freeride World Tour Finals Report from March 20-23, 2025 We were on the ground in Verbier for all four days of the 30th anniversary of the Freeride World Tour Finals weekend—boots in the snow, camera in hand, and full access to the competition, the riders, and the events. From pre-dawn visual inspections to the final podium celebrations, we witnessed everything that makes the Yeti […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | March 24, 2025 0 Comments
Freeride World Tour Returns to Kicking Horse, BC: Ski Men Bring Intensity and Innovation to the Ozone Face On Saturday, February 10, 2025, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in Golden, British Columbia, welcomed the world’s top freeride athletes for the highly anticipated stop of the Freeride World Tour (FWT). Known for its steep chutes, wide-open bowls, and technical terrain, Kicking Horse provided an epic stage for athletes to showcase their skills. The event was held on the Ozone Face, […] Industry News Brett Ploss | February 12, 2025 0 Comments
MAJA: A New Era of Après-Schi in Austria and Beyond Nestled in the heart of the Austrian Alps, the DJ duo known as MAJA—composed of Munich, Germany native Mole and Salzburg, Austria, native Jean-Philippe—have redefined après-schi culture. Their exclusive, high-energy events combine cutting-edge house music with breathtaking alpine backdrops, creating a magnetic pull for a devoted international following. What began as a small experiment has blossomed into a movement that […] Industry News Brett Ploss | February 5, 2025 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Announces $254 Million of Resort Improvements and Upgrades for 2025 On Monday, alongside its earnings, Vail Resorts announced a $254 million upgrades and improvements capital investment plan for the 2025 calendar year, focusing on enhancing its ski resorts across the United States, Australia, and Switzerland. Related: Vail Resorts to Develop 4th Base Village at West Lionshead, Vail Mountain, CO The plan centers on two multi-year transformation projects at Park City […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 11, 2024 0 Comments
Red River Ski Area, NM, Report: Your New Favorite Mountain Town Report from Saturday March 23, 2024 Skiing Red River Ski Area is located four and a half hours south of Denver. Only 8 air miles from its larger neighbor Taos, this is an area I’ve been dreaming to ski. During the drive in, it quickly became apparent Red River was different. Red River, New Mexico, is quaint town tucked into […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | March 27, 2024 0 Comments
Largest Ski Jump in The Western Hemisphere Set to Reopen in Michigan After Decades of Neglect Tucked away in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, in the town of Ironwood, sits the Iconic Copper Peak Ski Jump. Hosting competitions between 1970 and 1994, Copper Peak was North America’s premier ski-flying hill. Copper Peak’s 469-foot jump hosted 10 ski-flying events during its lifetime. Not only is its jump massive, but Copper Peak aims to be the only ski-flying […] Industry News Luke Guilford | January 24, 2023 0 Comments
2025 FIS World Skiing Championship Venues Announced [arve url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuC5GEG0p1o&feature=emb_title"] Taylor Stephan | October 9, 2020 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
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