Adventure, Innovation, and Grit: The Rise of Nivis Gear The grit of skiing in tough conditions shaped me. Growing up in New England, I learned to navigate poor conditions, icy terrain, bitter cold, and fierce winds. It’s a wet cold entirely different from the dry chill out west. You know what I mean if you’ve skied the frozen hills of West Virginia or braved the winds at Stowe. Skiing […] Gear Alex K | February 4, 2025 0 Comments
Winter is Coming! Don’t Let Cold Hands Slow You Down As the temperature drops and the snowflakes start to dance in the air, we know that winter is just around the corner. It’s the season filled with excitement for skiing, snowboarding, winter hiking, and all kinds of chilly escapades. But nothing can put a damper on your winter fun quite like cold, numb hands. Fear not, because we’ve got the […] Featured Article Alex K | October 23, 2023 0 Comments
Eco-Friendly Adventure Awaits: SCOTT Re-Source’s Commitment to Sustainability and Performance Picture yourself skiing down a mountain, carving through fresh powder, and feeling the rush of adrenaline. Now imagine doing it all in outerwear made from recycled or renewable materials. If you’re looking for outerwear that’s not only stylish and high-performance but also eco-friendly, look no further than SCOTT Re-Source. With almost 60% of their outerwear collection classified as a Re-Source […] Featured Article Alex K | April 10, 2023 0 Comments
Sun Valley Resort, ID, Report: Easter Sunday Funday Report from Sunday, April 9th, 2023 Happy Easter Sunday from Sun Valley, ID. Today, skiers and snowboarders alike enjoyed perfect spring conditions and a festive atmosphere. The weather was sunny and warm, making it a great day to get a good tan while shredding down the mountain. The resort was filled with fun 80s clothing and costumes, adding to the […] Conditions Report Alex K | April 9, 2023 0 Comments
Sun Valley Resort, ID, Report: Amazing Start to the Warm Springs Closing Weekend Report from Friday, April 8th, 2023 Today was an incredible day to hit the slopes at Sun Valley Resort, and we’re excited to share all the details with you. First of all, the skiing on Baldy Mountain was outstanding. With clear skies and mild temperatures, the snow was soft and forgiving after 2-3 fresh inches of snow from last night, […] Conditions Report Alex K | April 8, 2023 0 Comments
Living In A Dreamland Called Mammoth Mountain: A Mid Year Review Brought to you by Mammoth Mountain More than once, I’ve woken up in the middle of a hot summer’s night from a dream of blower powder, endless tree laps, and the coldest beers in California. Last night I woke up and realized this time it wasn’t a dream. I’m living in a real-life dreamland. My real-life dream hasn’t been taking […] Featured Article Alex K | March 1, 2023 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Can a Bike Rack Company Change the Way We Carry Skis and Snowboards? *SnowBrains carries some affiliate marketing links, which means we earn commission on sales of some products when users click through a link from the site. Our editorial content is NOT influenced by affiliate partnerships. It was the middle of summer when I received an email asking if I was open to testing and writing an honest review of some new […] Gear Alex K | December 19, 2022 3 Comments
Plant-Based Boots From Scarpa Are Saving The World $1 At a Time Passionate about skiing, passionate about performance, passionate about boot-making, passionate about sustainability. Northern Italy’s family-owned and operated SCARPA has been a leader in the boot-making world since the late 1930s, bringing alpinism within reach to those who search for it and providing them with the best performance equipment available. Responsible for not just a revolution in technical boots for skiers across […] Featured Article Alex K | April 21, 2022 0 Comments
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