Defining What Exactly is Backcountry, Sidecountry, Frontcountry, and Slackcountry Who can be blamed for wanting to ski outside the ski resort? Fewer people, new terrain, untracked lines, and deep powder are only some of the allurements. In general, this wilderness adventure has been called “backcountry skiing.” However, some other terms have arisen to describe this discipline that deserve further clarification. Backcountry This is the broadest term describing any terrain […] Brains Brent Thomas | January 28, 2025 0 Comments
Puffing — What is it, Where it’s Illegal, and Why It is a cold, snowy morning in Colorado, and your car is parked outside. The thought of standing in the cold and scraping the windows is not the most appealing, so you decide to turn on the car and let the engine do the hard yards for you while you have a cup of coffee inside. Seems like a great […] Brains Julia Schneemann | January 28, 2025 6 Comments
The 7 Friendliest U.S. Airports for Skiers and Snowboarders For skiers and snowboarders traveling for a destination ski trip, the journey to the mountain is a necessary yet potentially dreadful part of the expedition. Navigating through airports with bulky gear can be a hassle, making it crucial to have a seamless travel experience. The friendliest airports for skiers and snowboarders understand this and go above and beyond to ensure […] Brains Brent Thomas | January 27, 2025 0 Comments
The Top 9 U.S. Mountain Towns People Are Moving To If you are reading this, you most likely want to live in a mountain town or have already moved to one. Maybe you were even lucky enough to grow up in one. Nestled in the heart of nature’s grandeur, these mountain towns are becoming some of the most sought-after destinations for people looking to relocate. These picturesque communities offer more […] Brains Brent Thomas | January 23, 2025 1 Comment
The Undisputed First Rule of Skiing and Snowboarding What’s the first rule of skiing and snowboarding? Do they even have rules? That is a question we asked our readers to see the consensus. We got over 400 responses with answers ranging from practical to comical. First and foremost, many answers were directly from the skier responsibility code, which was updated in 2022 to include three additional codes. Also […] Brains Brent Thomas | January 20, 2025 5 Comments
What to Wear and How to Layer to Stay Warm on the Coldest Days While fancy new skis are bound to make skiing a lot of fun, the easiest way to ensure a great day on the slopes and out in the elements is to properly layer the correct types of ski clothing. There is nothing worse than frozen fingertips, cold feet, and the feeling of being genuinely frigid (or steam-room sweaty!) and unable […] Brains John Cunningham | January 20, 2025 0 Comments
The Best Time to Buy Snowboard Gear It is no secret that snowboarding is an expensive sport. Between gear, lift tickets, and getting to the resort, just a single day can cost hundreds of dollars. While it may seem like snowboarding simply requires spending some money, there are various ways to cut down on all the expenses the sport brings, and one of the best ways is […] Brains Quinn Brophy | January 10, 2025 0 Comments
5 Rules for Renting Ski and Snowboard Gear Getting into skiing and snowboarding is expensive, and the amount of gear available can sometimes be mind-boggling. For beginners, renting ski or snowboard gear is sometimes the easiest option, as it can be cheaper than buying and removes the logistics of storing and transporting equipment. Some people also enjoy renting the latest gear or don’t ski often enough to justify […] Brains Quintin Mills | January 6, 2025 0 Comments
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