The cabin detachment at Western Canada’s Kicking Horse was the ninth serious North American ski lift malfunction this winter. Photo credit: Brandon Shaw When you get on a ski lift, the prospect of your chair falling off the line is a thing of nightmare fuel. But for those […]
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Ikon Pass Debuts for 2025-26 with A-Basin Unlimited on Full Pass; Base Plus Pass Discontinued
Earlier today, Alterra released the Ikon Pass product suite for the 2025-26 season. Adults can purchase a full Ikon Pass, which comes with unlimited access to 18 resorts and no holiday blackout dates, for $1,329—an increase of 6% from last year. An Ikon Base Pass, which offers unlimited access to […]
Epic Passes Debut for 2025-26 With Higher Prices; Verbier 4 Vallées Joins Local Pass
On Tuesday, Vail Resorts announced its suite of Epic Pass products for the 2025-26 winter season. Access will remain similar to last year, meaning Epic’s terms will likely continue to undercut its main competitor, the Ikon Pass, although prices have increased across all levels of passes. The top-of-the-line Epic Pass, […]
The Best Ski Gear | Spring Edit
Scott Vest Airflow W’s RRP: £140 Now £112 The SCOTT Airflow Women’s Vest has quickly become one of my favourite pieces of skiing gear. From the very first run, I could tell that comfort had been a top priority in its design. The lightweight build made it effortlessly wearable; I […]
2025-26 Indy Pass Debuts With Wild 250-Resort Guarantee
The Indy Pass is guaranteeing at least 250 alpine and cross-country partners for the upcoming 2025-26 season—and will offer purchasers their money back if it cannot achieve this guarantee by this December. The Indy Pass just dropped some major updates for the 2025-26 season, including a streamlined renewal […]
Mountain Review: Le Massif de Charlevoix
MOUNTAIN SCORE #1 East Coast 66 #50 Overall WRITTEN REVIEW MOUNTAIN STATS CATEGORY BREAKDOWN See our criteria 6 Snow: 5 Resiliency: 4 Size: 6 Terrain Diversity: 7 Challenge: 8 Lifts: 7 Crowd Flow: 6 Facilities: 7 Navigation: 10 Mountain Aesthetic: GOOD TO KNOW 1-Day Ticket: $121-$166 CAD ($84-$116 […]
How to Ski: 7 Must-Know Tips for Beginners
If you’ve never put on a pair of skis before, entering the winter sports world can be daunting. Skiing and snowboarding bring a feeling of exhilaration unlike any other winter activity, but unfortunately, the barrier to entry can feel quite high for those just starting—especially adults. But luckily, it […]
Mountain Review: Bridger Bowl
MOUNTAIN SCORE #7 in the Northern Rockies 66 #46 Overall WRITTEN REVIEW MOUNTAIN STATS VIDEO REVIEW CATEGORY BREAKDOWN See our criteria 8 Snow: 6 Resiliency: 6 Size: 6 Terrain Diversity: 10 Challenge: 3 Lifts: 7 Crowd Flow: 7 Facilities: 6 Navigation: 7 Mountain Aesthetic: GOOD TO KNOW 1-Day […]
How the American Opioid Epidemic Shaped Vail Resorts’ Rise
The American opioid epidemic is among the most devastating public health issues in recent history. But what you might not know is that it also had a huge impact on the state of the North American ski industry. Between 1999 and 2020, over half a million people died from drug […]
The Best Ski Gear January 25 Edit
Get ready for your next snowy adventure with our top ski gear picks for January 2025! We’ve pulled together a list of must-have ski essentials to make sure you’re set for all your winter fun. From cutting-edge skis to handy accessories, this guide has everything you need to level up […]