VIDEO: Salomon TV Presents “The Highway” Stan Rey, Salomon pro skier and fellow human being faces hardship and uses his passion of passions to come to terms with it. Stan’s sister, Olivia Rey is in a serious car accident near Whistler, BC in which she is paralyzed and her best friend, Marie-Pier, is killed. Stan’s family, once serene and happy, is gripped by sadness as the tragedy […] Sergei Poljak | December 7, 2016 0 Comments
Mad Jacks: Ski With A Snowboard Boot and Be Happy We can always count on California tech companies coming out with products that make our lives easier, and Mad Jacks, featured above, is no exception. Mad Jacks is catering to those who don’t necessarily want a high performance boot, but are just looking to stay comfortable and happy when they’re on the hill. Ski boots hurt, especially you’re first week in […] Sergei Poljak | December 6, 2016 2 Comments
Revelstoke B.C., LENGENDARY Opening Weekend, Two Pow Days in a Row Revelstoke opened on Saturday and it was insane. The first two runs off the Stoke chair we’re basically heliskiing…let’s just say one did not have to suffer the indignation of crossing any other tracks. The report Saturday was 18 cms, but egnormous gnorm the powder gnome was basically covered, so it was kind of an underreport. Sunday was 14 cms. […] Weather Sergei Poljak | December 5, 2016 1 Comment
ONE MORE SLEEP Before Revelstoke Opens Dec. 3rd… Revelstoke Opening Day Dec. 3rd One more night before dreams become reality. I love days when you can say that and mean it… What is waiting for us: What to expect: Great conditions up top with over a meter of nice, settled base. Good skiing on The Ripper and Stoke chairs, but we’ll probably have to download at the gondola. Perhaps most […] Weather Sergei Poljak | December 2, 2016 0 Comments
Jumbo Glacier Resort B.C. Vs. Ktunaxa First Nation In Canadian Supreme Court Today The latest twist in the battle over the proposed development of the Jumbo Glacier Resort near Invermore, British Columbia is unfolding in Canada’s highest court today. The suit involves the Glacier Resorts Ltd development corporation and the Ktunaxa First Nation, who claim that the resort would violate their religion by infringing upon the the great Grizzly Bear Spirit. The case has been previously dismissed […] Sergei Poljak | December 2, 2016 3 Comments
VIDEO: Do You Want To Stay Safe In An Avalanche This Winter? | Check Out The New ABS P.RIDE Avalanche Airbags Avalanche airbags have risen to prominence in the last few years, and have become nearly ubiquitous amongst skiers skiing steep, backcountry terrain. Studies suggest that airbags will increase float capacity, and therefore survival rates, in the case of an avalanche. However, one thing is certain; if the bag is not activated during a slide, it will not help you. According to ABS, this happens […] Avalanche Sergei Poljak | December 1, 2016 0 Comments
Patagonia Raises $10 Million For Environment On Black Friday The outdoor outfitter Patagonia has announced record breaking Black Friday sales to the tune of $10 million, with 100% of total revenue going to the environment. This exceed expectations by 500%. Customers were aware that the cost of the items they purchased would be donated, and have evidently expressed support for such a motion. Here is the official release from Patagonia: Last week, […] Sergei Poljak | November 29, 2016 0 Comments
One-Day Early Opening, Thanksgiving Surprise at Whistler With an early opening, the folks at Whistler are being cautious this year to not upset Ullr, who doesn’t like to see those precious goods go unused, especially during the Thanksgiving holiday. It just happens to benefit us mere mortals as well… Early season this year has been less than spectacular, although the snowpack around the Northwestern U.S. and Western Canada has […] Sergei Poljak | November 22, 2016 0 Comments
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