[VIDEO] The POLAR STAR – Full FILM – Ski Mountaineering in an Arctic Land of Giants – The FIFTY 45/50 The most remote classic of The FIFTY, The Polar Star is an iconic ski line. Set on the Arctic island of Baffin, the Polar Star Couloir is an aesthetic, breathtaking couloir set among an island of ice, polar bears, and towering granite walls. Joining up with Cody Townsend on his attempt to ski “The Fifty Classic Ski Descents of North […] Backcountry SnowBrains | November 15, 2023 0 Comments
NOAA Snow Forecast for Alta, UT, Showing 11-12″ of New Snow This Week NOAA just announced that 11-12″ of snow is forecast at Alta, Utah, between November 15 and November 20, 2023. If Alta is forecast to see that much snow it’s very likely that nearby Solitude, Brighton, & Solitude will also see similar amounts. “After a quiet week, we will have a weak storm on Thursday followed by the potential for a […] Weather WeatherBrains | November 13, 2023 0 Comments
[VIDEO] “Have an Adventure” – Red Bull Athlete John Collinson’s Latest Film Project A human-powered think piece that follows a collection of skiers as they explore familiar terrain in search of new adventure around Utah’s famous backcountry. Join The North Face Athlete John Collinson as he follows in his father’s tracks to turn new corners and explore the canyon, he grew up in. Along the way John explores his father’s skiing philosophies while […] Backcountry SnowBrains | November 13, 2023 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Famous Potatoes 2.0 – A “Mostly” Idaho Ski Film In the midst of an adventure gone wrong, the Potato Boys stumble upon a new member of the crew set to change their winters forever. The advice of an old friend takes them on a journey west and ultimately, back home again. Follow along on the highly anticipated second feature ski film showcasing their trials and tribulations in the vastly […] Backcountry SnowBrains | November 7, 2023 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Karl Fostvedt’s ‘Brap Ski 3’ The Brap Ski crew shredded everywhere from Southern Utah to Alaska in the latest installment of the ‘Brap Ski’ series—Brap Ski 3. The Brap Ski series is the brainchild of two-time King of Corbet’s at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Karl Fostvedt, who is a backcountry skier and snowmobiler from Ketchum, Idaho. Known affectionately as ‘Crazy Karl’, he’s keen to push […] Backcountry SnowBrains | November 7, 2023 0 Comments
Boost Your Backcountry Education in 3 Days with Arc’teryx Academy in Whistler, British Columbia One weekend can inspire you to take your backcountry skills from lukewarm to shedding-down-to-your-base-layer hot with Arc’teryx Backcountry Academy. The Arc’teryx Backcountry Academy will be holding clinics in Whistler, British Columbia from February 23 – 25, 2024. When it comes to locations for backcountry exploration, it’s hard to beat Whistler. The B.C. mountains radiate good vibrations that feel palpable as […] Featured Article Lindsay Hayden | November 7, 2023 0 Comments
[VIDEO] ‘Hyper Focus’ – Teton Brown Skis Jackson Hole, WY Tristan AKA ‘Teton’ Brown just released a banger of a new film project. Jackson Hole has never looked more Sendy. In Brown’s own words… The project started with a concept where I wanted to take the knowledge, skills and experience that I gained skiing Jackson Hole for 6 seasons, go out and film my favorite lines, and create something that I […] Backcountry SnowBrains | November 2, 2023 1 Comment
[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
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