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Leander Walchshöfer

I'm a 17 year old skier and ski-instructor from Weilheim, Germany. In my free time I ski, hike, climb and bike

Top 5 Biggest Mistakes to Make as a Beginner Skier or Snowboarder

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Learning how to ski and snowboard can be a wonderful but challenging experience. Ski or snowboard boots might feel uncomfortable, and being on skis or snowboard for the first time can be downright scary. You will be introduced to a new world once you get past the fear and insecurity of learning the sport. As a beginner, you can have […]

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Leander Walchshöfer | June 2, 2025
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Park City, UT, Sets Sights on Breaking the Longest Ski Shot World Record Again

SHot Ski event in Park City

Park City, Utah, is attempting to break its world record for the longest ski shot once again on October 12. The local Rotary Club “Park City Sunrise” and the distillery “High West Distilling” are organizing the event for the eighth time. The hosts want to use the event to raise over $60,000  for local charities. High West Distilling aims to […]

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Leander Walchshöfer | August 29, 2024
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Fit for a King—Where Royals Ski: Thailand’s Royal Family

This series will be exploring different winter sport-loving royals from all over the world. Part one will be about Thailand’s royals who have been skiing Europe’s resorts for several generations. The tradition of Thailand’s royals skiing in the Alps started when the current King’s grandfather moved with his sons, Rama X’s father and uncle, to Lausanne, Switzerland, in 1933 to protect […]

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Leander Walchshöfer | August 26, 2024
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Professional Freestyle Skier Henrik Harlaut Overshoots Landing and Suffers Serious Hip Injury

Henrik Harlaut injury

Swedish freestyle skier Henrik Harlaut dislocated his hip after overshot a landing while training on an airbag. The accident happened on Saturday, August 23, in Kläppen, Sweden. Harlaut was rushed to the hospital by paramedics. There, his hip was put back in place and he was rereleased.“Took a heavy slam yesterday and dislocated my (…) Crazy sensation having the lower […]

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Leander Walchshöfer | August 26, 2024
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$2,000,000 Slope-Accessible Chalet for Sale on Okemo Mountain, VT

House on Okemo Mountain for Sale

A unique ski chalet is up for sale for $2,000,000 at Okemo Mountain Resort, Vermont. The newest listing is by Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty and was listed on Zillow on February 19, 2022. The property is especially unique because of its location. In winter the property can only be accessed by a ski run. The house has four bedrooms and […]

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Leander Walchshöfer | August 2, 2024
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70-Year-Old Survives 5 Days Lost in the Sierra Nevada Mountains

Search for Man who disappeared

A 70-year-old hiker survived five days in the Sierra Nevada after he had gone missing on July 19. The hiker, Warren Elliot, had failed to return to his campsite near Rubicon Springs, California, because he took a wrong turn during a hike. The man reunited with his family on Wednesday,  July 24. He survived the blistering Sierra Nevada heat by […]

Leander Walchshöfer | July 29, 2024
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Indian Instagram Influencer Dies in Tragic Accident While Filming Video Near Popular Waterfall

Waterfall India Accident

Popular Indian influencer Aanvi Kamdar died on June 16 after falling almost 300 feet into a gorge. The Influencer was an accountant from Mumbai, India, who recorded travel videos in her spare time. Her Instagram page has over 300,000 followers and her videos frequently exceed 1 million views. The 27-year-old woman was recording a video near the edge of the Khumbe […]

Leander Walchshöfer | July 25, 2024
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Utah Ski Resorts See Decline in Visitor Numbers for 2023/2024 Season

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The State of Utah has 15 ski resorts and is one of the best skiing destinations in the United States. It’s home to some of the most famous ski areas in America, such as Snowbird and Alta. The record-breaking snowfall during the 2022/2023 ski season caused ski areas to report some of the highest visitor revenue of all time. However, this season didn’t […]

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Leander Walchshöfer | July 11, 2024
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