7 Largest Indoor Ski Areas in the World For most of us in the northern hemisphere, the skiing season is coming to a close. Palisades Tahoe, CA, closed for the season on the 4th, leaving just two resorts open in North America. There still are plenty of places to ski this summer, however, and a unique way to get some laps in the off-season is actually indoors. A […] Anton Lengyel | April 26, 2025 0 Comments
Top 5 Longest Chairlifts in North America Chairlifts have a love-hate relationship within our sport. They are a necessity (for most of us) to get us on the slopes, while also giving us a bit of time to rest our burning legs and enjoy the scenery. However, chairlifts are also known for pushing our patience to the limit. We’ve all been on that one lift, that always […] Industry News Anton Lengyel | July 15, 2024 4 Comments
Breckenridge, CO, Among Few Places in US to Get Snow in August A slight dusting of snow fell at the top of 12,579’ Peak 6 at Breckenridge, CO, on August 12th, 2023. Breckenridge’s Instagram reported that “[the] evening’s storm brought…a little dust on crust (and by crust we mean rock)!” The storm also created a beautiful rainbow over the town. Breckenridge plans to open on November 10th this year, meaning skiers are […] Industry News Anton Lengyel | August 23, 2023 0 Comments
Las Vegas, NV, Resort to See Major Upgrades Next Season Lee Canyon Resort, Nevada, will see some major upgrades this winter. Located less than an hour from Las Vegas, the ski resort recently announced a $7 million capital project for the next winter season. The project includes adding 450 parking spaces and two new lifts catered to beginner skiers. The new project is a result of the resort’s increasing number […] Industry News Anton Lengyel | August 14, 2023 0 Comments
China Peak, CA, Continues Modernization With 2 New Lifts by 2025 China Peak, CA, recently announced exciting plans to upgrade two of its lifts by the 2024/2025 season. Located just 65 miles from Fresno, CA, this lesser-known resort has operated its lifts since 1958 and is noted for its wonderful terrain and limited crowds. However, to keep up with nearby resorts, China Peak has undertaken several modernization projects in recent years. […] Industry News Anton Lengyel | July 21, 2023 0 Comments
Lutsen Mountains, MN, Loses Popular Restaurant to Fire A large fire destroyed Papa Charlie’s restaurant at Lutsen Mountains, MN, early Saturday morning. The fire reportedly started in the kitchen and spread throughout the building. Six local fire departments successfully extinguished the blaze, but unfortunately, the building and the resort’s network equipment and servers were lost. Related: Fire Destroys Day Lodge at Hurricane Ridge Ski and Snowboard Area, WA […] Industry News Anton Lengyel | June 29, 2023 0 Comments
America’s First Rooftop Tram Ride Opens at Snowbird, UT Snowbird, UT, opened its aerial tram for summer operations on June 17, 2023. This year, a new feature has been added to the tram: a rooftop observation deck. For the first time in the United States, visitors can fulfill their childhood dreams and ride on top of an aerial lift, like a mechanic. Riders can now experience the 10-minute tram ride […] Industry News Anton Lengyel | June 18, 2023 2 Comments
Qantas Offering Discount for Flights to BC, Canada, Next Winter Australia’s flag carrier Qantas recently launched a sale for skiers and boarders looking to ride in British Columbia, Canada, next year. The airline is offering a $200 discount for return flights booked to Vancouver, Canada, via Sydney, perfect for a one-day ticket to most resorts. The offer is valid for flights between October 21st, 2023, and March 30th, 2024. British […] Industry News Anton Lengyel | June 16, 2023 0 Comments
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