Ski & Snowboard
How the Ski Industry Is — And Is Not — Dealing with Climate Change
by Jules OlderIn the French Alps, they’re so desperately trying to save snow, they’re covering stored snow with wood chips. Hoping to stay alive, a Vermont cross-country ski area is experimenting with the same idea. In California, winters are shorter — and… Read More →
Your Guide to the 2020 Buyer’s Guide: Skis and Boots
by Rich StonerEvery skier knows that a day on the slopes can be greatly affected by the type of gear you use. Choosing the right skis and boots are of the utmost importance especially when it comes to hard goods. Pick the… Read More →
8 Ski Areas in New Mexico You Can’t Miss
by Kristen LummisWe recently made the case for what makes skiing and snowboarding in New Mexico special. Some quick reasons? High elevation that means light, dry snow, powder that lasts for days, and a season that extends into March and April. Today,… Read More →
What to Expect at Big SNOW, the First Indoor Ski Area in North America
by Rich Stoner15 years. That’s how long New Jersey residents, like myself, had to endure driving by the former Xanadu. The American Dream mega mall sat through one issue after another, drawing the ire of the passersby gawking at the long-delayed project…. Read More →
How To Know You’re Ready for Boxes and Rails
by Kristen LummisHere’s a scenario: You’re a solid intermediate skier or snowboarder. You ride most of the mountain and you’re feeling good about it. Still, you keep thinking about the terrain park. You ride the lift over it. You ski by it…. Read More →
20 Best Single-Day Deals on Liftopia.com Right Now
by Amanda NatividadYou’ve seen the snow reports. You might even have your gear prepped for your first day on the slopes. With many ski areas opening within the past couple weeks, you’re just about ready to rock. If you’re a deal-seeker, thrill-seeker,… Read More →
5 Tips to Maintain Your Snowboard This Season
by Amanda NatividadSnow goggles? Check. Dry gloves and boots? Check. Your Liftopia beanie? Check. But how’s that snowboard doing? Think carefully about whether your snowboard has gotten some TLC since last season. Whether or not that’s the case, you’re going to want… Read More →
Next Level Skiing Podcast: Liftopia’s Evan Reece Explains Everything You’ve Wondered About Lift Ticket Prices
by Amanda NatividadOur co-founder and CEO Evan Reece recently joined the Next Level Skiing Podcast with Jason Blevins and Wagner Skis to discuss all things lift ticket related: from the reason Evan started Liftopia.com to how different lift ticket and season pass… Read More →
10 Lesser Known Family-Friendly Ski Areas in North America
by Rich StonerSkiing with your buddies is always a blast. A weekend-long expedition of sick lines, craft beer and an overindulgence of calorie-laden foods. But a buddies trip can be unrealistic to pull off on a regular basis, especially when you have… Read More →
How to Know When It’s Time to Replace Kids’ Ski Gear
by Kristen LummisGetting ready for the ski season? Since we’re still ahead of the snowiest months, fall is a terrific time to do a family ski gear inventory. For a deeper dive on sussing out your own gear, check out our past… Read More →
