Positive Snow Control at Birds of Prey Course in Beaver Creek, CO, for FIS Alpine Ski World Cup The Xfinity Birds of Prey race course at Beaver Creek, Colorado, passed the key course-quality test today by the International Ski & Snowboard Federation (‘FIS’). The course quality test, known as “snow control,” is undertaken by FIS race officials and determines whether or not the course will be race ready. It is typically conducted two weeks prior to the event. […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 17, 2023 0 Comments
Beaver Creek & Crested Butte, CO, Opening Day Programs for November 22, 2023 Crested Butte Mountain Resort and Beaver Creek Resort in Colorado are excited to welcome guests back for ski and ride season next Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Here is what to expect at both resorts for opening day: Guests at Crested Butte can expect a banner break, lift line giveaways, free snacks, limited edition opening day posters, a DJ spinning tracks […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 16, 2023 0 Comments
Power Ranking the Top 7 Colorado Ski Resorts For anybody looking for a location to do some world-class skiing, the state of Colorado should be high on your list. The state has more skiable acres than any other state, all spread over 31 ski resorts. The options are plenty, with massive footprints, varied terrain, and top-notch ski towns. With so many options, many might be wondering which resorts […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 11, 2023 0 Comments
Today is the Final Day to Buy Your Epic Australia Pass Friendly reminder to all our Australian readers: The Epic Australia Pass sale will end tonight, June 21, 2023. With fresh snow on the ground and more in the forecast, Australian ski resorts in New South Wales and Victoria are getting ready to open new lifts and terrain. Rumour has it the Leichhardt chair is opening in Perisher today. So don’t […] Industry News Oz Brains | June 20, 2023 0 Comments
Beaver Creek Resort, CO, Summer 2023 Tip Sheet Beaver Creek Resort, CO, is the world’s number one luxury family resort. From mountaintop family adventures to the long-standing tradition of warm chocolate chip cookies served at 3 p.m., Beaver Creek provides legendary attention to detail and rarefied experiences and warmly welcomes guests as the perpetual hosts. Savor the best of Beaver Creek through its signature experiences like scenic chairlift […] SnowBrains | May 11, 2023 0 Comments
Busy FIS World Cup Weekend Ahead — Alpine, Freestyle, Snowboard Cross, & Cross Country on Race Calendar We have a busy weekend ahead with several FIS World Cup events scheduled and we have summarized all the action for you! Men’s FIS Alpine World Cup in Beaver Creek, CO Friday, December 2, 2022 Men’s Downhill Saturday, December 3, 2022 Men’s Downhill Sunday, December 4, 2022 Men’s Super-G This weekend will see a return of our men’s speed specialists […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | December 2, 2022 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Beaver Creek Resort, CO, Opened 2 Days Early With Top-to-Bottom Skiing Beaver Creek Resort, CO, opened yesterday morning, two days earlier than planned. More than 50 inches of early-season snow and favorable snowmaking temperatures allowed for more than 200 acres of terrain on opening day. With top-to-bottom skiing from Red Buffalo Park to Gold Dust to Haymeadow Park, the resort opened on a perfect bluebird day. Guests were treated to fresh-baked […] SnowBrains | November 22, 2022 0 Comments
65-Year-Old Man Sets World Record for ‘Oldest Person to Grind a Rail on Skis’ A Colorado man has set a world record for being the oldest person to grind a rail on skis. 65-year-old Dave Schaut of Avon, CO, set the record at Beaver Creek. There was no previous record so Guinness World Records created the category for him. Schaut was inspired to attempt this record by an employee at the Beaver Creek who […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 22, 2022 0 Comments