VIDEO: Alaska? Japan? Nope… Powder, Pillows, and Spines at Taos Ski Valley, NM Nope, that’s not Alaska. Or Japan. That’s New Mexico. Taos Ski Valley to be exact. The ski area just got dumped on, receiving 25″ on Sunday and Monday, and conditions are ALL-TIME right now. The resort currently has a 90″ base, which’s 120% of average for this time of year. Got an Ikon Pass, and fancy one more trip? You won’t […] SnowBrains | March 17, 2021 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: 2-6″ Of Snow For New Mexico Mountains Through Saturday Forecast By SnowBrains Meteorologist – Eric McNamee 9:05 AM MST, Nov. 27, 2020 Forecast Summary: A robust closed low over the desert southwest will bring 2-6″ of snow to the mountains of New Mexico. Taos and Ski Santa Fe ski resorts will receive snowfall totals in this range, with Ski Santa Fe likely seeing more. Conditions will clear out Monday […] Weather Eric McNamee | November 27, 2020 0 Comments
Taos Ski Valley, NM Resumes Season Pass Sales View this post on Instagram Season passes are back on sale! Guarantee yourself days at one of @skimagazine ‘s top-rated resorts by purchasing a pass before the season begins. Ski or ride any day your pass is valid, no reservations necessary (with the exception of our opening weekend)! Follow our link in bio to take a look at pass options […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 6, 2020 0 Comments
Ruidoso, New Mexico’s Best Skier Dies in Tragic Accident: Fundraiser Organized to Help Family It’s never a good day when you’ve learned you just outlived your brother. But it was always a good day with Alex Davis. Because I think if life had a flavor it’d be bittersweet. Bitter, when you’re living in a world where you can’t go skiing with your brother anymore or do all the things you loved doing with him. […] Martin Kuprianowicz | October 1, 2020 1 Comment
Taos Ski Valley, NM to Name 2 Ski Runs After 2019 Inbounds Avalanche Victims Skiers Matthew Zonghetti and Corey Borg-Massanari were buried and killed in an inbounds avalanche at Taos Ski Valley last winter. In their honor, the legendarily steep New Mexico ski area is naming two runs after them on Katchina Peak starting this upcoming season. Related: 2 Skiers Buried and Critically Injured in Inbounds Avalanche at Taos Ski Valley, NM Adhering to […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 28, 2020 0 Comments
7 Amazing New Mexico Ski Areas You’ve Never Even Heard Of They don’t call New Mexico the Land of Enchantment for nothing. It’s wild. It’s ancient. It’s culturally-inclined. It’s serene. It’s a place I could die in and one where I nearly have. But most importantly, it’s a place with some of the most amazing skiing in the Rockies, given that the snow gods are playing ball that year. Just take […] Martin Kuprianowicz | August 11, 2020 1 Comment
Top 10 Ski Resorts in North America A simple, yet acutely accurate equation has been developed by leading industry professionals to create this complex ski resort ranking system: Rank = [Average Snowfall + Access to Challenging Terrain] x Radness Factor (RF) […] Featured Article SnowBrains | July 3, 2020 149 Comments
Taos Ski Valley, NM Beginning Limited, Phased Re-opening This Week This week, Taos Ski Valley is beginning a cautious, phased re-opening that maximizes the health and safety of guests, staff, and the community. This phased re-opening will allow New Mexicans to get outdoors and exercise, enjoy nature through hiking, biking, and camping, while still maintaining proper distance and hygiene. Related: Taos Ski Valley, NM: A Unique Culture and History The […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 19, 2020 0 Comments