Ski & Snowboard
Heli-Skiing: What to Expect and What It’s Like
by Andy KossAdmit it—if you’re an avid skier you’ve looked enviously at those pictures of a small group of skiers coming down a creamy, untracked field of powder, with a helicopter hovering in the background. I will readily confess that I am… Read More →
The Adult Beginner’s Guide to Skiing
by Katie JollHey you! Yeah you, the adult of a certain age considering whether learning to ski is a good idea. I’ve been where you are and I get it. Will I look stupid? Will this hurt?! We can attach so many… Read More →
Your Guide to the 2020 Buyer’s Guide: Accessories, Après Ski, and More
by Rich StonerYour new skis and boots are ready to shred the mountain. Your sweet new kit will have you looking good and keeping you warm and cozy while you do it. Next up: all of the other gear that makes for… Read More →
4 Must-Visit Ski Resorts in Japan
by Drew ZieffJapan. It ranks high on every skier and snowboarder’s bucket list—often topping dream destinations like British Columbia, Alaska, and the Alps—and for good reason, too. The celebrated snow (lovingly dubbed “#japow”) is the main impetus for the pilgrimage of powder-lovers… Read More →
The Best Lift Ticket Deals for Game Day Weekend 2020
by Amanda NatividadFresh snow, cold beer, and football. It doesn’t get much better than that. The big game this Sunday means it’s a great time to hit the slopes. With one-third of U.S. households watching The 2020 Football Game That We Legally… Read More →
3 Reasons Ski and Snowboarding Lessons Are Good for the Whole Family
by Rich StonerWith my wife a long time snowboarder and me being a long time skier, it only seemed obvious that by the time our third daughter was born we were going to be a skiing family. I also knew that no… Read More →
How to Find the Best Powder Runs
by Kristen LummisIt’s not easy making a list of North America’s best powder runs. The most obvious reason why, is that everyone (including me), keeps secrets. Like mushroom hunters and CIA operatives, powder skiers are loathe to share their intel. While we… Read More →
North America’s Best Value Ski Areas
by Kristen LummisIn a 2016 survey, Colorado-based RRC Associates identified why people stop skiing and snowboarding. Fully 39% blamed the cost of lift tickets and passes, some of which now top $200 if you walk up to a ticket window. Ouch. It… Read More →
The Best Deals on Liftopia.com Across Every Region in the U.S.
by Amanda NatividadIt’s Wednesday, which means if you’re anything like us, you’re thinking about where to go skiing or riding this weekend. To help you plan your trip, we rounded up the 48 best deals on Liftopia.com right now across every region… Read More →
Your Guide to the 2020 Buyer’s Guide: Outerwear
by Rich StonerLast week we offered up our 2020 buyer’s guide for skis and boots. Today: outerwear, or soft goods. Choosing the right jacket and pants to wear while skiing can be daunting. There are tons of brands producing a variety of… Read More →
