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The Battle Between Goggles and Sunglasses for Spring Skiing

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As Spring inches closer, the weather will start to warm up and the sun will hang out a little bit more. Some of you might already be digging into your slush day gear, cutting down on layers, and replacing them with a little more style. Eventually, you ask yourself, “hmm, do I really need goggles?” “Would I like the extra wind […]

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Luke Guilford | March 6, 2023
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Tignes, France Won’t Open as Planned this Weekend Due to Warmer than Usual Weather

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Tignes ski area in the French Alps has decided not to open this Saturday 29th September as planned. Warm weather through the summer has depleted the snow cover, according to a resort statement issued today, reports snow-forecast.com: “While last winter’s impressive snowfall foreshadowed a serene summer and autumn in terms of ski quality on the Grande Motte glacier, the record […]

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WeatherBrains | September 25, 2018
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Spring Has Sprung: Warm Weather Backcountry Tips to Help You Extend Your Ski Season

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Sunshine, corn snow, and warm temperatures make springtime a backcountry paradise. When the chairlifts stop spinning, but there’s still some runs to be had, slap on the skins and consider the following: The Conditions Spring can be a wonderful mix of winter and summer, which means conditions may vary. Stay up to date with current storm cycles, know what your […]

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Katy Shipley | May 2, 2018
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