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Top 5 Longest Ski Runs in the World

Vallee Blanche Longest run

Ever dream of long, never-ending snowy runs? Have you ever had to stop in the middle of one to catch your breath, feeling like it’s the longest run in the world? Here are the top five longest runs in the world for any skill level, whether you’re a beginner or an advanced skier looking for an adrenaline rush. The Vallee […]

Aunika Skogen | February 2, 2025
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Top 5 Longest Chairlifts in North America

Chairlifts have a love-hate relationship within our sport. They are a necessity (for most of us) to get us on the slopes, while also giving us a bit of time to rest our burning legs and enjoy the scenery. However, chairlifts are also known for pushing our patience to the limit. We’ve all been on that one lift, that always […]

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Anton Lengyel | July 15, 2024
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Top 7 Ski Resorts in Greece

Delphi ruins

Greece has always been a popular vacation destination for purveyors of ancient history, stunning natural beauty, and laid-back lifestyles. Legendary destinations such as the Parthenon on the Acropolis, the stadium at Delphi, and the cliff towns on Santorini garner most of the headlines and attract the bulk of the tourists visiting the country. But consuming delicious seafood, island-hopping from Athens, and […]

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Jared Roberts | December 4, 2023
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The 5 Most Southern Ski Resorts in the U.S.

There are thousands of ski resorts throughout the world and in some pretty bizarre locations. Did you know you can go skiing in Israel? Morocco also has some world-class skiing at Oukaimeden. Seems like as long as there are cold winter temperatures, ample snow, and a hill, people are going to go skiing down it. Many places you wouldn’t guess […]

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Steven Snyder | November 6, 2023
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Top 5 Ski Areas in Colorado by Category

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Known for its high elevation and cold, light snow, Colorado is a winter sports mecca for skiers and snowboarders around the globe. With 32 resorts in the state, skiers and riders have a tough decision when it comes to choosing the best out of so many great options. Here is a comprehensive list of the best Colorado ski resorts by […]

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Spencer Cox | September 21, 2020
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The Top 5 Ski Town Jobs:

this great article is brought to us by D’Arcy McLeish via Last Frontier Heli Ski. For the Full article please visit: TOP FIVE SKI TOWN JOBS 5. Lifty: Ok, terrible pay, and I mean terrible, but no experience or skills required. And being a lift attendant isn’t all bad…you do get to ski at work every day. And if you’re in your early twenties it’s a little like living in residence at university. Cool factor on the ski bum scale is high […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | August 21, 2020
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Healthiest States in the USA: Get Off the Couch and Onto This List

Mountain Biking, Healthiest

America, the land of cheese burgers, french fries, and the freedom to eat deadly amounts of both.  But while America is sometimes criticized for it sedentary lifestyle, not all states are created equal.  It’s hard to generalize a country that contains 50 states, each with their own way of life.  In a National Health Statistics Report released this summer by […]

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Katy Shipley | May 6, 2019
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From Sunglasses To Airbags | Our Top 5 Picks For Spring Skiing Gear:

[Sponsored by: SCOTT Sports] Bittersweet ides of waning winter are made better by arrival of annually anticipated favorite, spring skiing. Call it corn, the mash, or spring-fling; it’s all soft, fun and, usually, bathed in full sun. POW days may get the pedestal, but sumptuous semi-summer ski days conclude each season in style. For SCOTT and Sunski, sports-meet-lifestyle companies founded for love […]

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Paulie | April 22, 2019
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Top 5 Reasons To Choose Sun Valley, ID This Winter!

[sponsored by Sun Valley Resort] Summer is fading. Autumn is inspiring. Winter is approaching. As the nights become colder and the days become fewer before those first turns on the mountain, dreams of that all-time ski holiday feel closer than ever before. The global list of dream snow destinations is long—and packed with choices. Sun Valley Resort is still the […]

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Paulie | October 26, 2018
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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
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Top 6 Ski Town Music Festivals in North America

Music & mountains – what else do you need? Every year, ski towns all over the country bring a little funk to the alpine air – and 2016 is no exception. From the Green Mountains to the Sierras, these 6 music festivals will keep you entertained until the snow starts up again.

ameliatraynor | May 19, 2016
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Top 5 Deepest Snowpacks in the Pacific Northwest:

While the beginning of the season was somewhat lackluster throughout the West, things are looking up. Admittedly, Washington or Oregon didn’t have it nearly as rough as California, but it was still strange. Big storm totals in February helped push snowfall totals closer to normal levels. Snow totals are looking a little low for the season […]

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The 5 Most Popular Posts of the Week | April 1st – April 7th, 2013

  {Every Sunday Night we’ll bring you the “5 Most Popular Post of the Week” here at SnowBrains.com.  This will be a chance to look back and which articles got peoples brain waves swerving the most.} In order of the most pageviews, here are the most popular posts of the week April 1st – April 7th, 2013. #1 – Top […]

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