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The Top 9 U.S. Ski Towns to Live in Year-Round

Cotton candy and snow a plenty.

Life in an American ski town extends well beyond the ski season. While access to a mountain is a given, what truly defines these places is the rhythm of daily life and the people who choose to call them home. There is a laid-back energy paired with a deep appreciation for the outdoors, where neighbors connect on trailheads as often […]

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Avatar photo Brent Glogau | January 16, 2026
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Snowbasin, UT, to Add Brand-New Bike Park in 2026

SCOTT USA is proud to announce a new multi-year partnership with Snowbasin Resort, the No. 1 ranked ski resort in North America, naming the brand its official helmet and eyewear partner. The collaboration brings SCOTT’s industry-leading goggles, sunglasses, and helmets to Snowbasin’s winter and summer operations, reinforcing a commitment to elevating safety, performance, and guest experience across all seasons. Through […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | October 20, 2025
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UCI Downhill MTB World Cup at Lenzerheide, Switzerland—Final European Round Before Cup Heads to North America

Lenzerheide, Switzerland – September 20, 2025 The Swiss Alps roared again this weekend as Bike Kingdom Lenzerheide played host to the eighth UCI Downhill World Cup of the season. A high-speed mix of root webs, compressions, and wide-open straights rewarded precision and punished hesitation. With just two rounds remaining in the 2025 season, every split mattered. Highlights included comebacks from […]

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Brett Ploss | September 20, 2025
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Canada’s Mountain Bike World Cup Shifts West: Whistler In, Mont Sainte Anne Out

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Western Canadian fans will be excited to hear that Whistler, BC, will be a stop on the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike World Cup calendar. This, however, comes at the expense of a legendary venue in Mont Sainte Anne, Quebec. Whistler Bike Park will host its first-ever World Cup event on September 25 through 27 but it will be strictly downhill. […]

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Brett Currie | September 18, 2025
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Park City Mountain, UT, Bike Patrol Votes to Unionize

A summer of quiet organizing at Park City Mountain in Utah has ended in a decisive shift: the resort’s bike patrol voted to unionize, becoming the first group of summer employees at the resort to win collective bargaining rights. The move means that many patrollers who already belong to the ski patrol union in winter will now have union protections […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | September 16, 2025
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Top 11 States for Outdoor Lovers

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If you live for fresh air, scenic trails, and weekends that start with a backpack or a pair of skis, the U.S. has no shortage of states where the outdoors is more than just a backdrop but a way of life. From alpine peaks to desert canyons, rolling forests to rugged coastlines, some states stand out for their access to […]

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Avatar photo Brent Glogau | June 25, 2025
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Petition in Place to Honor Late Professional Rider Joel Alamo with Trail Naming at Trestle Bike Park, CO

The mountain biking community is coming together to honor the life and legacy of Joel Alamo—a celebrated BMX and mountain biker whose influence extended far beyond the trail. Known not only for his skill and speed, Alamo was also widely regarded as a source of positivity, humor, and support within the biking world. Now, almost 250 people have signed a […]

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Avatar photo Brent Glogau | June 18, 2025
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20th Annual Tahoe Bike Month Kicks Off June 1

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Lake Tahoe, Nev./Calif. – Tahoe Bike Month returns this June, marking the region’s 20th year of celebrating bike culture. A collaboration between the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), this month-long series of events and a friendly ride challenge encourages residents and visitors to embrace biking for both transportation and recreation—while helping protect the Lake […]

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Riders Battle Heavy Snow and Slippery Trails in Mountain Bike World Cup Opener in Poland

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BIELSKO-BIAŁA, Poland — Elite mountain bikers from around the world opened the 2024 UCI Mountain Bike World Cup season with dramatic victories and crashes this weekend in southern Poland, where freezing weather and treacherous trails tested even the best in the sport. British rider Tahnée Seagrave and France’s Loïc Bruni claimed hard-fought wins in the downhill competition at Szczyrk Mountain […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | May 19, 2025
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Mammoth Mountain, CA, Announces It Will Stay Open Into June for Skiing and Snowboarding

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Spring is in full swing at Mammoth Mountain, California, but the snow isn’t going anywhere just yet. Mammoth has just announced that the slopes will remain open for skiing and snowboarding into June, giving snow enthusiasts more time to hit the mountains and enjoy epic spring conditions. The resort announced the news on social media. “SEASON EXTENDED! We’re staying open […]

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Avatar photo Brent Glogau | May 9, 2025
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Bikes Meet Snow at “Slush N’ Spokes” Race This Weekend at Arapahoe Basin, CO

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This weekend, Saturday, May 10, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area in Colorado is bringing back one of its most electrifying events with Slush N’ Spokes, a human-powered downhill bike race on snow that promises adrenaline, camaraderie, and full-throttle fun. If you’ve ever looked down a snowy ski run and thought, “I should ride my bike down that,” this event is your dream come […]

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Avatar photo Brent Glogau | May 6, 2025
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Big Bear Mountain Resort, CA, Makes History with Dual Skiing and Mountain Biking Closing Weekend

For the first time in its history, Big Bear Mountain Resort gave guests the chance to ski and mountain bike on the same weekend—a rare and uniquely Southern California feat. As the snow continued to melt under warm spring sunshine, the resort kept its ski operations running at Bear Mountain while launching the mountain bike season early at Snow Valley […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | April 22, 2025
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Ben Ohau, New Zealand Hike/Bike Report: Up For The Downhill (And Vice-Versa)

Report from October 31, 2023 Ben Ohau; a fixture summit with an undeniable natural magic.   For decades, or longer, the enchanting summit has grabbed the admiration of artists, hikers, and now bikers. In a New Zealand nation of seriously stunner settings, Ben Ohau is easily among the most painted, photographed, and generally popular geographic elements.     A old […]

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Paulie | November 3, 2023
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Powder Mountain, UT, Report: Cruising Through Welcoming Wildflowers at Utah’s Newest Bike Park

Report from Sunday, August 20, 2023 Powder Mountain is the biggest ski area in the country and its brand-new bike park opened for its second year this summer on July 6. Since then, it’s been nothing but fun, games, and now summer wildflowers at the epic Utah mountain. Known for its deep, natural powder snow, most people don’t know that […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | August 21, 2023
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10 of the Best Bike Parks in North America:

Summer is upon us here in the Northern Hemisphere, the snow is melting rapidly, temperatures are rising, and its time to start trading out the boards for bikes. Biking season is upon us, and we have compiled a list of the best mountain bike parks in North America to help satisfy your gravity fueled adventures this summer season. Whistler Bike Park is arguably the best bike park found in North America. Nestled in the Coast Mountains of British Colombia, its location is key to its incredible biking. And with the opening […]

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Jesse Cassidy | June 5, 2023
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[VIDEO] Skier Chases Mountain Biker Kilian Bron Down World’s Tallest Sand Dune

View this post on Instagram A post shared by GoPro (@gopro) Humans are cool.  Skier Victor Broquedis chased mountain biker Kilian Bron down Cerro Blanco, the world’s tallest sand dune which measures 3,860’ from base to peak.  Incredible!  The line looks just about as good as any mid-winter pow run, except that it’s in the scorching heat of the Atacama […]

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CycleBrains | May 19, 2023
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First-Ever Dedicated Lift-Accessed Mountain Bike Park in Western US to be Built in Colorado’s Front Range

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There are over 6,000 mountain bike trails in Colorado. Most of them are multi-use, meaning they must be shared with hikers, trail runners, and sometimes horses. None of the trails are served by a dedicated lift-accessed bike park. Two cyclists want to change that. Phil Bouchard and Jason Evans are the cofounders of Shadow Mountain Bike Park. They have been […]

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Avatar photo Brent Glogau | September 6, 2022
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How To: Wax Your Bike Chain For the Cleanest Smoothest Ride You’ve Ever Had

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Whether you like to ride your bike in spandex or body armor, there is one universal truth to cycling: chain maintenance sucks. Keeping your chain clean and lubed can be a full time job that no one wants. The solution: Hot Wax. You already wax your skis, time to wax your bike! No joke, dipping your chain in hot wax is […]

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Mike Lavery | August 22, 2022
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[VIDEO] North Shore Betty | You’re Never too Old to Send

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CycleBrains | July 1, 2022
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Man Splits the Rear Wheel of his Bike in Half for a Head-Turning Result

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There are a lot of physics that go into riding a bike. There is the gyroscopic theory effect of the spinning wheels. Also, the external forces such as gravity, friction, and rolling resistance. But how about a simple math equation? Just normal bike math, like 0.5 x 2 = 1 wheel. That is what engineer Sergii Gordieiev made sound simple […]

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Avatar photo Brent Glogau | June 29, 2022
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