Happy Valentine’s Day—How to Get Your Significant Other Hooked on Skiing It’s Valentine’s Day, love is in the air, and what better way to spend the day than on the slopes sharing some turns with your significant other? For some, this is a reality—your significant other loves skiing just as much as you do. But for others, it is a struggle sharing time on the snow. Related: How to Plan the […] Laughs Quinn Brophy | February 14, 2026 0 Comments
Why is That Tree Covered in Bras and Beads at the Ski Area? Every ski resort seems to have that one tree covered in bras, beads, boots, panties, and whatever people choose to toss on it. Many refer to it as the “panty tree.” There have been conflicting reports that debate when, where, and why panty trees came to be, so today, we must try to piece together the puzzle. Our earliest theory […] Brains Luke Guilford | February 3, 2026 6 Comments
Czech Ski Racer Ester Ledecká Confirms She’s a Woman—and Mildly Allergic to Kryptonite Double Olympic champion Ester Ledecká has once again proven that she can do it all—ski, snowboard, and—apparently—take a gender test with a sense of humor sharper than her carving edge. Related: Czechia’s Ester Ledecká Picks Snowboard Over Downhill Skiing for Milano-Cortina 2026 In an Instagram post that quickly made the rounds across the ski world, Ledecká revealed she’d taken the […] Laughs Julia Schneemann | October 30, 2025 0 Comments
9 Things That Europeans Find Shocking About Skiing in America There have been many videos on social media about things Americans find surprising or shocking about skiing in Europe. Weirdly enough, the same cannot be said about Europeans skiing in America. Thankfully, SnowBrains has their own European to ask, so here are the top nine things that Europeans find shocking or surprising (or maybe just plain weird) about skiing in […] Laughs Julia Schneemann | October 26, 2025 7 Comments
The 7 Most Bizarre Ski Resort Mascots in the World From fire-breathing dragons to half-boiled eggs on skis, the world of ski resort mascots is far weirder and far more wonderful than most people realize. Across the globe, resorts have dreamed up outlandish characters to charm kids, entertain visitors and embody their mountain’s spirit, often with results that defy logic and delight everyone. #7 Schmidolin: The Fire-Breathing Dragon of Schmittenhöhebahn […] Laughs Jack Bynum | October 25, 2025 0 Comments
9 Signs You Are Addicted to Skiing and Snowboarding For those who’ve fallen under the enchanting spell of skiing, you know it’s more than just a hobby; it’s a way of life. As with any passion, there’s a fine line between devotion and addiction. But how do you know if you’ve crossed the line from being an enthusiastic skier to being truly addicted, or even if it’s possible to […] Laughs Brent Glogau | October 3, 2025 3 Comments
11 Top Ski Brands and Their Equivalent Automobile Brand Skis can feel a lot like cars, where some brands are built for speed and precision, others for comfort and versatility, and a few are just plain flashy. If you’ve ever wondered what your favorite ski brand would be if it were a car company or what it says about you, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a weekend cruiser or […] Laughs Brent Glogau | June 2, 2025 2 Comments
Why I Don’t Like Mother’s Day If you clicked on this article, you may agree with me and are looking for support, or you are already enraged, ready to judge me, tar and feather me, and throw me before the internet trolls. You might label me a mother or child-hating, barren, spinster-lesbian. I am none of those. Just to put it out there. I love my […] Laughs Julia Schneemann | May 11, 2025 1 Comment
The 21 Best Pick Up Lines for Skiers and Snowboarders If you love sliding on snow, you probably want a partner that feels the same way. Finding a significant other at the ski resort is a logical option if other methods of meeting that special someone aren’t working for you. But how do you do it? If you have no problem with black diamonds but struggle with making that first contact […] Laughs Brent Glogau | February 14, 2025 1 Comment
The Undisputed First Rule of Skiing and Snowboarding What’s the first rule of skiing and snowboarding? Do they even have rules? That is a question we asked our readers to see the consensus. We got over 400 responses with answers ranging from practical to comical. First and foremost, many answers were directly from the skier responsibility code, which was updated in 2022 to include three additional codes. Also […] Brains Brent Glogau | January 20, 2025 5 Comments
[VIDEO] Jeep Driver Arrested for DUI After Getting Stuck on Northstar California Ski Slope Late Monday night, a Jeep driver attempted a “hotel shortcut” on the slopes of Northstar California Resort, ending in a DUI arrest. Related: The Best Cars for Skiers and Snowboarders, According to SnowBrains Readers The driver, whose identity remains undisclosed, thought the ski slope would provide a quicker route to their accommodation. However, allegedly fueled by alcohol consumption, their decision […] Laughs SnowBrains | December 19, 2024 0 Comments
What Your Favorite Ski Resort Says About Who You Are Your favorite ski resort isn’t just a place to shred powder or sip overpriced hot cocoa—it reflects your soul. Okay, maybe that’s a stretch, but hear us out. Whether you’re carving down the glitzy slopes of Vail, braving the wild terrain at Palisades Tahoe, or basking in the epic après-ski scene at Aspen, your go-to mountain speaks volumes about your […] Laughs Brent Glogau | December 16, 2024 7 Comments
The Top 7 Most Expensive Skis on the Market If you are hunting for new skis to show off this upcoming winter and have endlessly deep pockets and money to blow, consider yourself in luck. Feel like turning heads with your Bentley or Balenciaga bases? Or flying past everyone on your Porsches while arching beautiful turns down the mountain? These skis will cost you an arm and a leg […] Laughs John Cunningham | November 19, 2024 1 Comment
Teacher’s Pet Gets Way Too Literal as Black Bear Cub Breaks into Aspen Middle School, CO Aspen Middle School, Colorado, had an unexpected visitor on Monday morning, September 23, when staff discovered that a black bear cub had made its way into the school’s cafeteria. The Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office reported that the furry student had made its way through an open window into the school building and had sniffed its way to the school’s cafeteria. […] Laughs Julia Schneemann | September 25, 2024 0 Comments
Park City, UT, Sets Sights on Breaking the Longest Ski Shot World Record Again Park City, Utah, is attempting to break its world record for the longest ski shot once again on October 12. The local Rotary Club “Park City Sunrise” and the distillery “High West Distilling” are organizing the event for the eighth time. The hosts want to use the event to raise over $60,000 for local charities. High West Distilling aims to […] Laughs Leander Walchshöfer | August 29, 2024 0 Comments
The Top 5 Worst Ski Movies of All Time It is summer and all of us at SnowBrains are counting down the days until we can ski and board again. Some of us (looking at you, Miles) are lucky to be skiing in the Southern Hemisphere but most of us will just day dream of better (read: whiter) days. With at least three months to go until the ski […] Laughs Julia Schneemann | August 5, 2024 3 Comments
[VIDEO] Bears Just Love Californian Ski Resorts If you’re planning to ski at Spring Skiing Capital, Palisades Tahoe, California, or any other open California ski resorts for the rest of spring, bear in mind that bears are emerging from their dens and could greet you on the slopes at some of the ski resorts. The most recent encounter was recorded yesterday, Sunday, April 14, on the Alpine […] Laughs Claire Weiss | April 15, 2024 0 Comments
The Most Unforgettable Ski Trail Names Everybody has their favorite ski run. The one that given the right conditions delivers incredible satisfaction. But what about the trail that stands out just on the name alone? We asked our followers “What’s the weirdest ski trail name you’ve come across?” Below is just a sample of some of their answers. We tried to categorize them as best we […] Laughs Brent Glogau | March 25, 2024 16 Comments
Top 33 Dog Names for Lovers of Winter Sport Training a dog to be a touring partner or ski buddy is the dream of many skiers. From long tours to solo adventures strolling through town, you can be sure to never be alone. For those of us willing to commit the time it takes, it’s only right for your dog to have a ski-inspired name. Here are skiing related […] Laughs Brett Ploss | February 26, 2024 0 Comments
The Skiing Is Good, But What’s It Like to Date in Lake Tahoe, CA? What is it like to date in Tahoe, California? The transient nature of the area has a lot to do with shaping the dating scene. The jobs are seasonal, housing is crowded, and there are few year-round residents. The Tahoe basin and surrounding areas may be bustling with ski resorts and nightlife, but the dating scene is interesting, to say […] Laughs Katy Shipley | February 14, 2024 15 Comments
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