Jay, VT – With perhaps the most liberal boundary-to-boundary skiing policy in New England, plus nearly 17 feet of natural snow in just about two months earlier this season, Vermont’s Jay Peak Resort continues to encourage skiers and riders to learn how to ski gladed and wooded terrain enthusiastically, but with safety always at the … Continue reading Glade and Powder Clinics Reveal the Secrets of Jay Peak This Ski Season
Nelson (BC), Canada – The second annual Cold Smoke Festival, a backcountry skiing extravaganza centered around powder-filled Nelson and nearby Whitewater Resort February 22nd through 25th will feature the return of freeskiing legend Eric Pehota. nLast year’s backcountry festival generated plenty of buzz amongst the locals and visitors alike, thanks to feature events that included … Continue reading Coldsmoke II Backcountry Skiing Festival Returns to Whitewater
McCall, ID – Idaho’s Brundage Mountain Resort near McCall has opened its 2008 backcountry snowcat skiing operation to enthusiastic reviews. nBrundage Mountain’s snowcat … Continue Reading ››
Leysin, Switzerland – After a two-year break, Leysin is back on the tour roster of the NOKIA Snowboard FIS World Cup. Last hosting halfpipe events in 2006, on Friday it’s time for Snowboard Cross, as more than 100 of the world’s best SBX riders will travel to Leysin from 23 countries to battle for World … Continue reading Tough Battle On for World Cup Lead as Snowboard Tour Returns to Leysin
Salt Lake City, UT – It’s as simple as heat, step and go. Microwavable Zapz from Masterfit Enterprises, introduced at this week’s Outdoor Retailer Winter Market trade show in Salt Lake City, are the first-ever aftermarket insoles that combine the ease of scissor-fit products with the foot stabilization and molding features of expensive custom orthotics … Continue reading Cook Your Own Custom Ski Boot Insoles
Whistler (BC), Canada – New rules and an increased prize purse have reinvigorated global interest in the TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival’s Pro Photographer Showdown. nThe 11th annual showcase will be held April 17 in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada, and will showcase the work of five of the world’s best action-sport and lifestyle photographers. … Continue reading Whistler’s World Ski and Snowboard Fest Photographer Search Goes Global
Fayston, VT – Famous for its legendary mogul-ridden expert ski terrain, Vermont’s Mad River Glen ski area is hosting an all-mountain terrain Jr. Mogul Challenge. nMad River Glen’s Junior Mogul Challenge will take place on Saturday, February 16, open to all boys and girls aged 15 and under. There will be various age categories for … Continue reading Vermont’s Mad River Glen Ski Area to Host Junior Mogul Challenge