The 9 Most Stressful Things About Skiing and Snowboarding, According to SnowBrains Readers Skiing and snowboarding offer some of the most exhilarating and rewarding experiences in the Great Outdoors. The thrill of carving through fresh powder, the rush of adrenaline as you navigate down the slopes, and the breathtaking mountain views makes the sport unforgettable. However, alongside the excitement comes a set of challenges that can turn up the stress levels. We asked […] Brains Brent Thomas | October 25, 2024 0 Comments
Runner Who Cut Switchback on Latest Grand Teton, WY, FKT Attempt Facing Charges Earlier this year, athlete Michelino Sunseri apparently broke the 12-year-old fastest-known time (FKT) record for the Grand Teton in Wyoming on Labor Day. He completed the nearly 15-mile route, which involves climbing and descending 7,000 vertical feet to the summit at 13,775 feet and returned to his car in an impressive 2 hours, 50 minutes, and 50 seconds. This time […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 23, 2024 0 Comments
Plans for Stagecoach Mountain Ranch Private Resort Near Steamboat, CO, Moving Forward with Modifications Stagecoach Mountain Ranch (SMR) is a planned concept to resurrect a ski area that ceased operations 50 years ago into a private ski and golf resort 25 minutes from Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Discovery Land Company, which developed the Yellowstone Club, another private resort in Montana, is behind the plan. SMR is being compared to the Yellowstone Club due to its […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 21, 2024 0 Comments
Where in North America Will It Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of October 20-29, 2024 Itโs always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. With excitement building for North America’s 2024-25 season, we focus on the resorts forecasted to receive the most snow, even if they aren’t open yet. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing where the snow is piling up so you can live vicariously […] Weather Brent Thomas | October 20, 2024 0 Comments
7 Pieces of Gear You Need to Upgrade This Season Welcome to an exploration of the gear upgrades that can make your skiing or snowboarding experience more comfortable and enhance your performance on the slopes. This guide will look at seven essential gear items, from boots to goggles, that can significantly impact your winter sports adventure. These upgrades are designed to help you enjoy your time on the mountain to […] Kenneth Condon | October 20, 2024 0 Comments
Survey: How Economic Conditions Are Impacting U.S. Consumers’ Winter Travel Plans Winter can be the most expensive time of the year, not only because of the holiday season but also for epic ski trips. Winter ski trips are an incredible way to experience the thrill of the slopes while soaking in breathtaking mountain scenery. There’s nothing quite like the combination of fresh powder, crisp alpine air, and the aprรจs-ski atmosphere that […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 18, 2024 0 Comments
Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina, Report: Mt. Godoy’s West Chute = 1,500-Vertical-Feet of “Hold TF On!” Report from October 14, 2024 I woke up exhausted yesterday to cloudy, cold skies and decided to take the day off knowing just how firm the snow had been 2 days previous on a cloudy day. Then, around 11 a.m,. the sun erupted throughout the heavens. I rounded up my gear, called a cab, and zipped up to the Martial […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | October 16, 2024 0 Comments
LINE Skis Introduces its First Snowboard For almost 30 years, LINE Skis has been at the forefront of freestyle skiing. But the team at LINE believes that as long as youโre out there for the fun, creativity, and freedom of riding on snow, it doesnโt matter whether you’re on one plank or two. This is why it has introduced its first snowboard: The Lateral. Designed for […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 16, 2024 0 Comments