The Tale of One Man’s Epic Motorcycle Splitboarding Journey Across North America This is the story of a man who took his motorcycle and splitboard from Quebec across North America to adventure and ride dozens of backcountry lines in one eventful spring season. He spent 50 nights on the road camping, never paying for a hotel or roadside accommodation. He did it completely solo but met countless beautiful and friendly humans along […] Trip Report Martin Kuprianowicz | July 18, 2022 0 Comments
The Top 9 Via Ferratas in the United States Interested in rock climbing, but not the technical commitment? We may have something here for you. Meaning “iron path” in Italian, a Via Ferrata is a protected style of rock climbing that makes mountaineering approachable for beginners. First used by military troops to safely traverse and transport materials through the Dolomites during World War I, via ferratas are sturdy iron rungs, […] Climbing Martin Kuprianowicz | June 3, 2022 1 Comment
7 of the Most Remote Ski Areas in the World Who doesn’t dream of epic lines, deep powder, and fewer crowds? With skiing becoming more popular, you may have to look further off the beaten path or major interstate. Here are seven unique remote ski areas to add to your bucket list. Lost Trail, Montana Lost Trail Ski Area is located in Sula Montana, just on the border of Montana […] Brains Aunika Skogen | April 26, 2022 3 Comments
Will Inflation Kill Your Next Ski Vacation? It is no secret that inflation is running hot right now. The last inflation reading was the highest it’s been in 40 years and is expected to go higher before it goes lower. This begs the question: How will this affect your next ski vacation? Just like the pandemic brought a rush of people into outdoor sports, it is also […] Industry News Brent Thomas | April 12, 2022 3 Comments
Sportube Series 2 Hardcase Review: Make Traveling With Skis Easier Traveling with skis isn’t easy. But it is a necessity; I don’t want to be skiing anything other than the skis I know and love. Fabric travel cases don’t do it for me. I think they’re more awkward than they need to be, and they don’t offer the protection required to withstand the rigors of travel and the way baggage handlers […] Gear Review Steven Agar | March 1, 2022 0 Comments
Pre-Season Pricing for Indy Pass Ends on November 30th | 80 Resorts, 2 Days Each, $299 Pre-season pricing for the fastest-growing multi-mountain pass in the world—featuring world-class resorts in all regions of the US, Canada, and now the powder belt of Northern Japan—ends on November 30th. The Indy Pass encompasses a network of fiercely independent mountains that are incredibly diverse but all have one thing in common—they offer smaller crowds, lower costs, and welcoming authentic vibes. […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 22, 2021 0 Comments
United Airlines Adds Flights to Mammoth Mountain, CA Allowing Easier Travel From Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Denver Traveling to Mammoth Mountain just got a whole lot easier this winter. The third-most visited ski resort in the United States announced two major changes yesterday that are designed to make flying into the region smoother, more comfortable, and more reliable. Related: Mammoth Mountain, CA “Snow Farming:” A Dutiful Art on an Absolutely Massive Scale New this year, United Airlines […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 6, 2021 0 Comments
How Much Does it Cost to Buy, Build Out, and Travel Around in a Van? Corona made vans cool again. They were already pretty cool amongst outdoor-ist bums before that, but with remote work the new norm in 2020, scores of sprinter vans suddenly started showing up at national parks, trailheads, and beaches all over the country. Because if you don’t have to clock in at the office—why not take your office with you on […] Martin Kuprianowicz | September 3, 2021 1 Comment
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