7 of the Scariest Runs in North America: By definition, ‘scary’ is all in the eye of the beholder. Out on the ski slopes, steepness and scary are often partners in crime. How steep is steep? Generally speaking, beginner runs have a steepness of about 10 degrees, intermediates about 20 degrees, experts 30-45 degrees, and anything higher is insanity. Things like rock outcroppings, narrow chutes, and other natural […] Robin Azer | July 8, 2021 28 Comments
What are the 9 Prettiest Ski Areas in North America? North America is full of stunning mountain ranges from the Appalachians to the Chugach Range in Alaska. Each range is unique with distinguishing characteristics that make them all beautiful in their own way. There are countless ski areas with gorgeous views and we all have our own opinions about which is the prettiest. Many more resorts could arguably make the list. […] Brains Dominic Gawel | March 17, 2021 6 Comments
Jake Burton Carpenter Gets His Own Run at Stowe Mountain Resort New Trail Sign at Stowe Moutain Resort On March 13, 2020, snowboarders around the world went and celebrated Jake Burton Carpenter’s life who passed away on November 20, 2019. Jake Burton left the desk life in 1977 and moved to Vermont from New York to start Burton Boards, a company eventually run out of his house and barn workshop. Jake spent […] Industry News Dan Scheibelein | April 3, 2020 1 Comment
Skier Dies After Falling 220-Feet Off Cliff in Backcountry Area Between Stowe and Smugglers Notch, VT Vermont State Police received a 911 call at 6:30 pm Saturday reporting that two skiers were lost after going off a trail at Stowe Mountain Resort, VT. Following a two-hour search, police found one of the skiers, a 36-year-old man from Connecticut, dead at the bottom of a 220-foot cliff. The other skier, the 35-year-old brother of the deceased, was found […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 4, 2020 0 Comments
More than 150 People Stranded on Ski Lift in Stowe, Vermont [arve url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=70&v=aGxC1zGHP4w"] Adrian Dolatschko | January 28, 2019 288 Likes 1 Tweet 0 Comments
Ikon Pass + Epic Pass = 90+ Mountains of Fun The Ikon Pass and Epic Pass are both killer values that can get you on the hill just about anywhere in the country. So which one should you get? It’s a tough choice. Why not just get both! For $1898 you could have access to over 90 mountains around the world. That’s incredible considering you can pay upwards of $1500 […] Mike Lavery | September 5, 2018 0 Comments
Top East Coast Ski Shop Approaching 60 Years in Business Named the #1 Ski Shop in America by Ski Magazine and an Expert Ski Shop by Skiing Magazine, Hickory & Tweed has been in operation since 1961. The name itself pays tribute to the origins of skiing. Hickory was the wood of choice for skis in the early years and tweed wool the popular insulation back in the day. A […] Robin Azer | July 13, 2018 0 Comments
SKI Magazine Readers Name the Top Ski Resorts in the East On the back of yesterday’s post listing SKI Magazines ‘Top Resorts in the West’, today we have Part II, ‘The Top Resorts in the East’. How many have you skied, and do you agree? And how do these compare to the ‘Best in the West’? #10: Loon Mountain, New Hampshire #9: Okemo, Vermont #8: Stowe, Vermont #7: Sugarloaf, Maine #6: Mad […] Industry News Steven Agar | September 27, 2017 0 Comments
VIDEO: Stowe/Mad River Glen, VT Season Edit 2016/17 | 50″ Storms Consistent Snow in Feb. & March “Zack Berlan and Pascal Schmitt season edit. Locations are Stowe and Mad River Glen Vermont. Hands down the best season we’ve had yet, when it was good it was really good. 50 inch storms and constant snow from February-March, all an East Coast skier can ask for. The constant storm cycle gave us a chance to explore parts of Stowe […] Guest Author | July 21, 2017 2 Comments
VIDEO: Stowe Mountain Resort Season Recap | 375″ of Snow This Season [arve url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnH79-2KD6A"] Chris Wallner | April 24, 2017 67 Likes 3 Tweets 1 Comment
Stowe Mountain Resort Added To Epic Pass | Stowe Season Pass Will Drop From $1860 To $859 According to the Burlington Free Press, Stowe Mountain Resort will be added to the 2017/18 Epic Pass, which will lower Stowe season pass prices from $1860 to $859. The pass includes Vail’s premier resorts in Colorado such as Breckenridge and Vail, along with Park City in Utah, Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada, and many others. About 1 month ago, Vail […] Industry News Chris Wallner | March 28, 2017 0 Comments
Vail Buys Stowe, VT For $50 Million Vail Resorts announced Today that it has entered an agreement to buy Stowe Mountain Resort, VT for $50 million. Stowe is one of the best ski resorts on the East Coast. This is Vails first east coast resort. Vail Resorts now owns: Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone in Colorado Park City in Utah Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 21, 2017 1 Comment
Rumor: Vail About To Buy Stowe, VT According to the Stowe Today, Rumors are circulating throughout Stowe, VT that Vail is looking to purchase Stowe Mountain Resort. This purchase would make Stowe Vail’s 14th ski resort. A purchase was apparently made sometime between Saturday Night and Sunday Morning. Vail is expected to make an announcement about the acquisition relatively soon, but it’s hard to say exactly when. If […] Industry News Chris Wallner | January 27, 2017 0 Comments
East Coast Conditions Report – Jay Peak Takes an Early Lead The East Coast ski scene is gaining momentum with more terrain opening up every day. With recent snowfall accumulations the skiing keeps getting better. This conditions report is a mere sampling of the offerings available so far this season. The photos and conditions reports are all recent accounts. Jay Peak, VT: We’re just a knuckle hair away from TWO AND […] Robin Azer | December 6, 2016 0 Comments
The Top 5 Ski Resorts in Vermont: The Green Mountains of Vermont are an east coaster’s paradise. While the state may be a bit colder than its western counterparts, Vermont’s got a lot to offer. ameliatraynor | November 2, 2016 1 Comment
2015/16 Closing Dates For North American Ski Resorts Ahh, the sweet, distinct smell of cheap hot dogs and brats being grilled accompanied, with of course, some PBR or the other cheapest libation you can get your hands on. Puppies are running around everywhere and there are girls skiing in bikinis, sometimes even guys too. Closing days will soon be had by many ski resorts around the […] Brains Keenan Grady | March 31, 2016 8 Comments
VIDEO: 1st East Coast Turns of the Season! – October 17th! The first east coast turns of the season have been made! A 5:30am wake up proved to be a tad on the early side. After a nice couple cups of coffee and breakfast I headed to the Stowe parking lot. Bits of wintery mix hit my windshield but there was nothing on the ground […] Aaron Rice | October 17, 2015 5 Comments
NOAA: Snow on Track for Vermont & New England This Weekend It’s currently snowing in Vermont and 1-3″ of snow is still on track for Vermont and New England this weekend. Get those cameras ready. Photos like the one above will be a reality on Monday morning. Uploaded through auto import. First snow of the season on Mt. Mansfield and Stowe Mountain Resort! This was just a few minutes ago at […] WeatherBrains | October 16, 2015 0 Comments
Snowboarding Stowe’s Melted Snow River Stowe, Vermont’s Mike Toohey and Danger Dave ride a melting river up on Mt. Mansfield in Stowe. — Snowboarder Magazine. From Snowboarder Magazine, these guys hiked up the closed gondola area of Stowe to hit this melted snow river. Spring skiing in Vermont at its finest!!! ameliatraynor | May 5, 2015 0 Comments
Vermont Backcountry | March Madness TGR’s Mike Hayes brings us to Northern Vermont, shredding lines on VT’s biggest peak, Mt. Mansfield. Vermont has had one of it’s best seasons in years, giving western resorts a run for their money. The snow depth at “The Stake” on the summit of Mt. Mansfield is up to 88 inches, as of March 31. Thats 16 inches above average. Seriously. There’s a TON of snow. Backcountry ameliatraynor | April 1, 2015 2 Comments
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