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10/22/2023

10/16/2023

Hope you’re enjoying acres of untouched powder somewhere, brothers.

Raised in Chamonix, Tof Henry was known as one of the best all-mountain skiers on the planet. He was known for his steep skiing...

04/13/2023

When I was 15 I was riding my bike through town with my best friend, talking about my new girlfriend and how amazing she was. We rode up to this little old house with perfectly manicured rose bushes out front.

I told my friend, “I bet she’d love one of those.”

He replied, “Go ahead and take one. No one will notice or care.” That didn’t sit right with me, so I went up to the front door and knocked.

This little old woman in her late 80’s answered. I said, “Good morning ma’am, I noticed your beautiful roses, and I was wondering if it would be ok for me to take one for my girlfriend.”

She smiled, thanked me for the compliment, then said, “I’ll go grab my scissors.” She came back out and let me choose a beautiful one, snipped it, then handed it to me. I saw her glance over my shoulder, looking at my friend and our bicycles waiting on the sidewalk. Her smile faded, and she got a far-away look in her eyes. She looked at me earnestly and said, “Don’t ever stop riding that bicycle, young man.”

It’s crazy how a random moment can be life-changing. She’ll never know how much those words continue to ring in my mind, years later. How many times I’ve remembered them and pushed through adversity. I’m middle-aged now. Girlfriend is long gone. No, I don’t ride my bike through the neighborhood with my best friend anymore. But every time I wake up at 5 am and think, “Maybe I should just sleep in, I’m too sore to go snowboarding today.” I hear those words again:

“Don’t ever stop riding that bicycle, young man.”

I never got her name, couldn’t tell you exactly where the house was. But I always stop half-way down the first run of the day, look around with a smile, and silently thank her.

04/08/2023

I'd like to say something like this hasn't ever happened to me, but I'd be lying.

04/07/2023

Summer doesn't have to suck. What do you do to keep the adrenaline pumping once the snow melts?

It's been a banner year for our favorite Winter sport, with record snowfalls across the Western United States. But all good things must come to an end. As the ski season began to wind down, my friends and I decided to embark on one final spring ski road trip to make the most of the remaining snow. A...

04/01/2023

Doesn’t get much worse than that…

03/31/2023

These videos always give me chills.

Tree well rescue in the Mt. Baker side country. I was skiing a zone with a partner when I passed by a snowboarder upsidedown and buried in a tree well. I onl...

03/25/2023

Bonus season!

Thanks to a deep snowpack, Lake Tahoe ski resorts are extending their skiing and riding seasons.

03/25/2023

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03/25/2023

Can't we all just get along?

Deer Valley, UT, is reportedly in talks with the developers of the new Mayflower Mountain Resort, Extell Development Company, about handling the operations of the new resort. The Mayflower Mountain Resort is currently under construction and is adjacent to the Deer Valley Resort. Related: First Trail...

03/22/2023

Is there such a thing as too much snow?

This winter is insane. Resorts in California have received so much snow that lifts are buried, and they can't open. Tahoe is in the midst

03/20/2023

How do you help keep your non-skiing significant other happy and having a blast on the mountain?

Planning a ski vacation can be challenging if you're an avid skier or rider and your partner doesn't share the same passion for the slopes. My fiancé tried to get "on board" once with my winter fever. It ended with her throwing the board and swearing she'd never do it again. But that doesn't mean w...

03/17/2023

https://www.carveculture.net/1239652_how-to-ride-the-t-bar-on-a-snowboard How to Ride the T-Bar on a Snowboard.
Video for how NOT to ride the T-Bar on a snowboard: https://youtu.be/A4-U1sXTxEg

03/15/2023

Meet Otto, an inspiration to all of us!

“I just always have loved the outdoors and appreciate what mother nature has done for us. Look here at the conditions, look at the people, how they’re smiling, that’s what’s so gr…

03/14/2023

We're finally answering the question on longevity of this binding system.

When I first heard about Burton Step-On bindings a few years ago, I was intrigued by the convenience factor. However, I was also hesitant because I remembered the old step-in binding systems from back in the day. The ones which were just a flat plate and your boots provided all the support. Anyone w...

03/13/2023

What's better than a trip to the mountain? A trip to the mountain with your best friend.

If you're like me, your best friend goes just about everywhere with you. Including trips to the mountain. There's nothing better than getting several runs in then taking a break to play in the snow with your buddy. I even bought a travel trailer solely for this purpose and do the vast majority of my...

03/11/2023

Ready to level-up?

If you're an avid skier or snowboarder looking for a new challenge, backcountry skiing or snowboarding might be just what you need. But before you head out into the wilderness, it's essential to understand the risks and take the necessary precautions to stay safe. I got started with backcountry snow...

03/09/2023

You've heard of Epic and Ikon. What about Powder Alliance?

If you're a skier or snowboarder, chances are you've heard of the Epic Pass and the Ikon Pass. Here we are going to talk about a lesser-known option: The Powder Alliance. It works a little bit differently than the "Big 2." It's a network of independent ski resorts across the western United States, C...

03/07/2023

Attention fellow Veterans: $519 for Military Veterans and their families, $159 for Active and Retired Military and their dependents.

The Epic Pass for the 2023/24 season is on sale, and you won't want to miss out on this early-bird deal. With unrestricted pass prices announced this year at $909, there's never been a better time to hit the slopes and enjoy some of the world's best skiing and snowboarding terrain.

03/04/2023

Think you're too old? Think again.

Growing up near Tahoe with some of North America's top ski resorts practically in my backyard, I was surrounded by snowboarders and their tales of adventure on the slopes. It was the 90's, and snowboarding was exploding across the world. But my family couldn't afford to invest in this expensive spor...

03/01/2023

As skiing and snowboarding become more popular every year, many ski resorts and operators are offering season passes to attract customers. Two of the most popular season passes are the Epic Pass and the Ikon Pass. These passes offer access to dozens of ski resorts around the world and can save skier...

02/28/2023

https://www.carveculture.net/1215217_schweitzer-mountain-resort-the-best-kept-secret-of-the-pacific-northwest

Schweitzer Mountain Resort is a world-class ski and snowboarding destination located in Northern Idaho, just a short drive from the charming town of Sandpoint. I had the pleasure of visiting this incredible resort in mid-February for three nights and three days of non-stop snowboarding. This was my....

02/27/2023

The annual Winter Carnival at White Pass is back again, starting Saturday March 4th. This is the perfect place to enjoy a snowy wonderland with family and friends. The event features a massive snow castle, tubing, an obstacle course race, night skiing, a torchlight parade, fireworks, and a family-fr...