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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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
How Is Snow Made? The Science Behind Snowmaking
by Kristen LummisWhen it started snowing last week at several Colorado ski resorts, there were few clouds in the sky and no natural precipitation in sight. The forecast was for sun. But the weather was perfect — for snowmaking. Making snow is… Read More →
The Biggest Ski Areas In North America Right Now – 2019
by Patrick ThorneEditors Note: This piece has been updated for 2019 A few years ago, I put together a list of the biggest ski areas in North America. Re-reading it recently, I was surprised just how quickly the list had got out-of-date—it… Read More →
4 Ski Resorts With Incredible, Old-School Ski Lodges
by Eric WagnonTruly old-school ski lodges are rare gems in today’s ski-resort world of boutique hotels and condo sprawl. Minimalist décor may be trendy and hip, but dark wood, antlers and antique skis on the walls, and a cozy fireplace somehow just… Read More →
Score Thanksgiving Powder At These 7 Ski Resorts
by Patrick ThorneThere’s nothing better than a great, early start to the ski season. Luckily for us, Thanksgiving weekend is when many US ski resorts open their slopes. Liftopia: Buy Lift Tickets in Advance & Save There have been some spectacular early snowfalls… Read More →
