We Asked, You Answered: Who is the Best Snowboarder on Earth Right Now? A few weeks ago, we posted a question on our Facebook asking who the best snowboarder on Earth is. We received over 70 responses, with many different snowboarders being mentioned. From the best competition riders of today like Mia Brookes and Dusty Hendrickson to freeriding legends like Craig Kelly, the comments featured a variety of riders who have contributed so […] Quinn Brophy | February 17, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Corbet’s Couloir: If These Walls Could Talk… “If these walls could talk…you might not even believe what they have to say.” Kings & Queens of Corbet’s is a competition that showcases the absolute best in skiing and snowboarding, the awe-inspiring venue that is Corbet’s Couloir, and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Related: Kings & Queens of Corbet’s Confirmed For February 11 at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY In […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 10, 2025 0 Comments
Kings & Queens of Corbet’s Confirmed For February 11 at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY Annual Event Begins at 10 a.m. MST Exclusively via Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), Wyoming, announced today that the seventh annual Kings & Queens of Corbet’s ski and snowboard freeride invitational will kick off on Tuesday, February 11 at 10 a.m. MST. The event will be streamed live for free and exclusively on Jackson Hole Mountain […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 10, 2025 1 Comment
The 11 Oldest Ski Gondolas Still in Use in North America Today Gondolas are a comfortable mode of aerial transport used to access alpine locations while being sheltered from the harsh elements. Similar in construction to an aerial ski lift, with the added protection of an enclosed cabin to hold in warmth and block out the wind. While new gondolas are being installed each year across North America for skiing, this article […] Brains James Pulfer | February 10, 2025 4 Comments
Jackson Hole, WY, Report: Spectacularly Deep Face-Shot-Filled Powder + “Beauty And The Beast” Live at the Utah Symphony Report from February 8, 2025 Yesterday was our final day at Jackson Hole, WY. We got our early and into the first tram of the day. We stumbled out of the tram into bead-blasting wind and snow. The sign on the tram read 07ºF. We felt it. Fox, Nate, & I skipped down into position and worked our way into […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | February 9, 2025 0 Comments
Teton Range, WY, Report: Ski Cutting A Large Avalanche & Popping Poofy Pillows In Deep Snow Report from February 7, 2025 Raining at the house this morning, and wet snow on the stairs and car in Wilson, WY. I had a feeling it was still gonna wild up there. We hustled out into the mountains. Our first run was pure gold up high with deep snow, insane winds, and copious faceshots. Teton, Fox, Nate, and I […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | February 8, 2025 0 Comments
Jackson Hole, WY, Report: Wind-Pressed Powder Fun Report from February 6, 2025 We got out to Jackson Hole, WY, today with high hopes. The previous day was damn fun with big wind and warm temps. Today was colder with clear skies in the morning. We thought we might be able to find some wind-sheltered powder out there so we started to sniff around. We sniffed in the […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | February 6, 2025 0 Comments
Jackson Hole, WY, Report: 72MPH Winds, Tram Shuts Down, Powder, & Good Friends Report from February 5, 2025 Up at 5:30 am. On the road by 6. Park City, UT, to Jackson Hole, WY, is a lovely drive – if you know which way to go. You wanna go through Kemmerer, Big Piney, Daniel. All Daniel really has is a gas station that has great, clean, one-person bathrooms, and they sell breakfast burritos […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | February 5, 2025 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: 2-4 Feet of New Snow For the Northern Rockies This Week with Much More on the Horizon Source: maps.weatherbell.com The Northern Rockies are continuing to get slammed by an atmospheric river that has already brought multiple feet of snow to the highest elevations of Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Currently, the atmospheric river is positioned over Central Idaho, bringing heavy snow to the mountains and rain to the valleys. Cold air is trapped in Northern Idaho and Montana, […] Weather WeatherBrains | February 4, 2025 0 Comments
Mary Kate Buckley to Retire as CEO of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, at End of Season Jackson Hole Mountain Resort CEO Mary Kate Buckley will step down on May 31, 2025, after seven years of transformative leadership, with COO Doug Pierini set to take over. Buckley, who took the helm in 2018, spearheaded major infrastructure upgrades, expanded employee housing, and strengthened sustainability initiatives, leaving a lasting impact on the resort. She played a pivotal role in […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 4, 2025 0 Comments
A Day in the Life on Spring Break in Jackson Hole, WY Spring mornings in the Tetons have a distinct flavor. The first rays of light touch the upper ridges, illuminating untouched snowfields where skiers and riders hope for that perfect combination of powder on shaded north-facing slopes and spring corn on the sunnier ones. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort‘s Aerial Tram ascends swiftly, carrying early risers whose breath fogs in the crisp […] Featured Article Clay Malott | January 29, 2025 0 Comments
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Unveils Athlete Roster and Event Changes For Return of Kings & Queens of Corbet’s Jackson Hole Mountain Resort will livestream the 2025 Kings & Queens of Corbet’s ski and snowboard invitational at jacksonhole.com. Fans can find complete coverage on the Resort’s website and Instagram channel at @jacksonhole. (TETON VILLAGE, WYO. – JANUARY 14, 2025) – Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), Wyoming, today unveiled the athlete lineup for the seventh annual Kings & Queens of […] Industry News SnowBrains | January 15, 2025 0 Comments
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Discontinues Vertical Feet Leaderboard to Discourage Fast Skiing Safety has always been a core value at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), and on January 2, resort CEO Mary Kate Buckley made that very clear. In a letter providing an update on the resort’s safety initiatives, she outlined new policies, including removing the vertical feet leaderboard from the JH Insider App. “We are removing the JH Insider app vertical […] Industry News Brent Thomas | January 7, 2025 0 Comments
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, to Open Aerial Tram and Sublette Lift This Week Sublette Grand Opening Set for Friday After Huge Winter Storm (TETON VILLAGE, WYO. – DEC. 17, 2024) – Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) is excited to announce that the iconic Aerial Tram and new Sublette lift will open this week following significant snowfall and extensive preparations on Rendezvous Mountain. A winter storm has dumped more than 36 inches of snow […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 18, 2024 0 Comments
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Sets New World Record for Skiers and Riders in Jeans 2nd Annual Ski in Jeans Event Kicks Off Destination December Wyoming’s Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) announced today that it set the world record for the most people skiing and riding in jeans on Saturday, December 7, drawing 3,320 participants for the Resort’s 2nd Annual Ski In Jeans Day. JMHR set the previous record with the first iteration of the […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 9, 2024 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Northern Rockies Dry Spell Set To End This Weekend Source: maps.weatherbell.com This forecast was written at 12 a.m. MST on Saturday, December 7, 2024 Forecast Summary A cold front brings cooler air, strong winds, and widespread snow to the Northern Rockies Saturday PM thru Monday AM. Many valleys are currently inverted, with colder temperatures on valley floors compared to mountain tops thousands of feet higher up. This storm will […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 7, 2024 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Sublette Spins On: The Legacy Continues at Jackson Hole, WY Experience the legacy of Sublette, the iconic lift that has elevated skiers and snowboarders to 10,000 feet at Jackson Hole, Wyoming, since 1987. Dive into its rich history through stunning archival footage and stories from former lift operators while witnessing the evolution to its state-of-the-art replacement. Related: Dream Bigger This Winter at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY The new lift […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 4, 2024 0 Comments
Top 9 Ski Resorts in North America as a Professional Freeskier View this post on Instagram A post shared by SnowBrains (@snowbrains) Here are my top nine personal favorite ski resorts as a professional freeskier: Related: The Top 10 Male Freeskiers of All-Time: 9. Mount Bachelor, Oregon This is where I learned to ski. It was a very special place in my heart. I did a full ski season […] Featured Video Miles Clark | November 26, 2024 0 Comments
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Opens New Winter Season on Friday, November 29 Three Lifts In Action For Visitors With Additional Snowfall Expected (TETON VILLAGE, WYO. – NOV. 26, 2024) – Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) is pleased to announce the kickoff of the 2024-25 winter season with three lifts on Opening Day, Friday, November 29. The resort’s continuous snowmaking efforts, coupled with 52 inches of snowfall on the summit and 27 inches […] Industry News Press Release | November 26, 2024 0 Comments
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Offers New Early-Access Luxury Pass for $10,000 Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Wyoming, is renowned for its challenging terrain, deep powder, and stunning alpine scenery. It has gained legendary status, particularly among advanced and expert skiers and snowboarders, who are drawn to its famous vertical drops, steep chutes, and backcountry access. Related: Teton County, WY, is the Richest County in the Nation Apart from the fantastic snow and […] Industry News Brent Thomas | November 12, 2024 2 Comments