Expert-only ski trails can involve seriously dangerous terrain—and special skills are often needed to safely tackle them. If you’ve visited a ski resort before, you’ll know that the hardest runs aren’t just as simple as strapping on a piece of equipment and going. Expert-only terrain, typically denoted by […]
Month: December 2024
Mountain Review: Mission Ridge
MOUNTAIN SCORE #3 in Washington 62 #59 Overall WRITTEN REVIEW MOUNTAIN STATS CATEGORY BREAKDOWN See our criteria 6 Snow: 6 Resiliency: 5 Size: 6 Terrain Diversity: 7 Challenge: 5 Lifts: 7 Crowd Flow: 6 Facilities: 7 Navigation: 7 Mountain Aesthetic: GOOD TO KNOW 1-Day Ticket: $89-$159 Pass Affiliation: […]
Loveland Planning to Replace Chair 7, Add New Trails for the 2025-26 Ski Season
Loveland’s oldest lift, which holds down service to its bunny hill, is evidently seeing a replacement. Colorado’s Loveland Ski Area is planning to replace its Chair 7 for the 2025-26 season, according to the a member of Loveland’s ski and ride school. The current Chair 7 is the […]
Val Thorens’ Cime Caron Tram Involved in Serious Accident, Out for 2024-25 Season
The Cime Caron tram allows skiers and riders to access some bowl terrain from the Val Thorens side. Val Thorens has announced that the 135-passenger Cime Caron cable car will be out of operation for the entire 2024–25 ski season following a serious accident in November 2024. One […]
Backcountry vs. Resort Skiing: What’s The Difference?
If you’ve been to a ski resort before, you probably think that a double-black diamond is the most dangerous type of skiing or riding you can do. But you’d be wrong. There’s a level of downhill slope tackling that far outclassifies any traditionally-rated trail—and that involves entering the backcountry. […]
Ikon and Mountain Collective Passes Go Off Sale December 12th. Here’s Who Should Buy One.
The Ikon and Mountain Collective Passes offer access to dozens of ski areas across North America—but they go off sale tomorrow. Ski season is upon us, and now is your last time to save big on some of the most compelling mountain destinations across the world. Ikon Pass […]
Skiing Out West For the First Time: Must-Know Tips
Planning to ski or ride out West for the first time this winter? Well, no matter how many runs you’ve mastered at your favorite regional mountain, heading to the alpine big leagues of North America can feel like stepping into a completely different atmosphere. The sheer vertical drops, vast […]
Head Absolut Joy
If you’re in the market for a pair of high-performance skis that balance precision and playfulness, the Head Absolut Joy might just be your perfect match. Designed for intermediate to advanced skiers, this versatile ski is built to handle a variety of conditions, ensuring a fun and confident ride on […]
Why New Mexico Might Be The U.S.’s Most Underrated Ski State
When it comes to the state of New Mexico, the first thing that comes to mind is cactus-lined deserts and white-hot sand. But what might be shocking to most of you is that this state, which sits in what’s supposed to be the hottest, driest part of the United […]