Revolutionary New Backcountry App Will Help Manage Avalanche Risk AspectAvy is a new app launching on November 24, 2023, that aims to eliminate avalanche fatalities in the backcountry. The tool aims to prevent 100% of avalanche fatalities by providing decision-making resources that take human error out of backcountry travel. Related: Another Deadly Year for Colorado Skiing How does it work? AspectAvy has researched avalanches and avalanche death data over […] Avalanche Brent Thomas | November 10, 2023 0 Comments
The First Ever Multi-Resort Uphilling Pass is Now Available Ski touring, split boarding, and snowshoeing at ski resorts are becoming more and more a core part of the alpine touring experience in the industry. Also called “uphilling,” this trend of using your own power to ascend the mountain is becoming increasingly popular because of avalanche hazards outside the ski resort, poor snowpack conditions, or just the convenience of skipping […] Industry News Brent Thomas | November 9, 2023 0 Comments
Changes Coming to Parking at Teton Village, WY, Including Increased Fees and Carpool Minimums If you’ve been to Teton Village recently to ride at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), then you know the parking lots have seen a big upgrade. The Teton Village Association (TVA) has modernized the parking experience by automating the gate process to increase efficiency and accuracy on each parking lot’s real-time capacity. With these upgrades come some changes to the […] Industry News Brent Thomas | November 7, 2023 0 Comments
The 9 Best Chairlift Names According to SnowBrains Readers The most important feature of a ski area will be different for everyone. Some will say it’s the terrain, others, the snow quality. Even more will say it’s about how family-friendly it is or the après ski scene. The names of the chairlifts are probably pretty low on the list, but these vital conveyances, which whisk skiers and snowboarders up […] Brent Thomas | November 6, 2023 0 Comments
The 9 Most Snowsports-Obsessed States For many, a passion for snow is not merely a seasonal affair; it’s a way of life. As winter starts to blanket the U.S. in a pristine layer of white, some states stand out as true havens for skiers and snowboarders. From the Rockies to the Northeast, these regions boast a deep-rooted love affair with all things snow-related. But what […] Industry News Brent Thomas | November 6, 2023 0 Comments
China Just Opened the World’s Only 22-Foot Indoor Superpipe During the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, the Chongli district of China hosted numerous skiing events. Now, in the same area, China is unveiling the world’s first-ever indoor superpipe. The latest winter sports innovation is set to revolutionize the training for freestyle athletes year-round. Recently, members of the Burton snowboarding team embarked on a trip to experience the 22-foot halfpipe. Attendees […] Industry News Brent Thomas | November 3, 2023 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Mammoth Mountain, CA, Begins Snowmaking And so it begins. After a historic snowfall season in 2022/23, Mammoth Mountain is ready to get another season underway as it began snowmaking over the weekend. Temperatures dropped enough for snowmaking to commence down near the main lodge. Related: SnowBrains 2023 Mammoth Spring Highlight Video | Powder, Chutes, D-Spin 720ºs, and Epic Skiing Into July View this post on […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 31, 2023 0 Comments
The History Behind the World’s First and Only Tandem Front Flip on Skis Freestyle skiing has cemented itself as an electrifying sport that pushes the boundaries of what many thought was even possible on the slopes. Born from a spirit of rebellion and a desire to break free from the rigid confines of traditional alpine skiing, it has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years. It has evolved from a counterculture movement to […] Brains Brent Thomas | October 30, 2023 0 Comments
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