Saturday was a great day to be on the mountain: perfect temperatures, not too crowded, and some decent “early season” conditions. Rachel…
We had a great Saturday at Breckenridge. The T-Bar had only been open for a few days so we took the opportunity to milk it as much as possible. As…
We took a bit of a break and hadn’t been up for nearly a month due to work, holidays, sickness and.. well, the fact there has been absolutely…
Found via TechCrunch, here’s an app that will wake you up earlier than your alarm is scheduled if there is new snow. I should’ve used this last week.
Dave over at SlopeSource has pulled together an awesome roundup of unique ski and snowboard gifts found over at Etsy. My favorite is this Abominable Snowman Bumble Monster Hat, $27: Get your retro Christmas movie fix on with the Bumble Monster hat from the Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer movie. Just like the Bumble Monster,…
Tim Ferris has a post on his blog based on his experiences with the guys at PowderQuest based on his lessons and experimentations skiing powder. If you don’t know, Tim is an extreme experimenter and will tweak (his workweek and body included) until he reaches optimal conclusions. There’s some great tips here for the new…
Another quick post over at buzz on how to connect your social media profiles like Facebook and Twitter to Vail Resorts’ EpicMix social network.
Here’s a quick article by yours truly over on the Buzz blog talking a bit about how to be tech savvy on the slopes: GPS apps, touch screens, and EpicMix . Expect to see a few more guest posts this season.
Amongst the top resorts ranked by SKI Magazine are most of our Colorado favorites: Vail (#2), Snowmass (#4), Beaver Creek (#7), Steamboat (#8), Breckenridge (#9), Telluride (#10), Aspen (#11), Winter Park (#14), Crested Butte (#15), and Copper Mountain (#18). Photo credit: Jeff Cricco
Here’s another great movie to get you in the mood for another season: Two years in the making, “The Art of FLIGHT” gives iconic snowboarder Travis Rice and friends the opportunity to redefine what is possible in the mountains. Experience the highs, as new tricks are landed and new zones opened, alongside the lows, where…
The demo days are coming, the demo days are coming! Colorado Ski and Golf has already partnered up with a ton of brands to host a Demo Day at Loveland next week. When: November 20th & 21st, 2010 Where: Loveland Ski Area Cost: $40.00 when you sign up by November 17th at any Colorado Ski…
Before heading up for the first time, I always recommend waxing your skis or board. Surprisingly, most people I talk to don’t do any waxing despite it being a quick 30 minute ordeal. Waxing is important because it adds a layer of protection between the ski surface and the snow. Plus, if you don’t wax your skis you’ll see an amazing improvement in speed and performance next time you head out.
Breckenridge, one of Summit County’s favorite resorts, will be opening for it’s 49th season tomorrow (Friday, November 12th). Celebrating the opening of the new Ski Hill Gill (a new luxury ski in/out resort), the first 1,000 visitors at the base of Peak 8 will get free french toast starting at 8:30 a.m. Lifts open at…
The Swany X-Change II ski gloves are an awesome pair from their sports utility crossover collection. I haven’t worn a pair that are so well rounded with little complaint. Interior The lining is comfortable and was perfectly snug. As with any gloves (not mittens) you’re a bit limited in mobility but I found I had…
Looking to score some free gear this season? Then hurry and head over to Skiing Magazine’s 60 Days of Giveaways contest. Go ahead, I’ll wait… Just signup for a Skinet user account (used across the entire site) and answer the daily question to enter to win the daily prize (skis, free lift tickets, resort accommodations,…
With airlines now charging as much as $100 to bring skis on the plane, rental shops are becoming a solid option for someone traveling by air to their next ski destination. Besides traditional, retail rental locations a number of delivery rental companies are making a foot hold in many Western resorts. Ski Butlers, a ski…
My younger brother tried snowboarding for the first time yesterday, and I took him up to Loveland. The mountain is incredibly friendly for beginners who are just starting, and I highly recommend it for the following reasons: The area for beginners (Loveland Valley) is distinctive from the other areas of the mountain (Loveland Basin). The…
Ski movie stars from the 90s, detailed descriptions of big mountain skiing in Chamonix, deep reflections on skiing and mortality, seriously; what more could you want from a book? William A. Kerig’s non-fiction book The Edge of Never: A Skier’s Story of Life, Death, and Dreams in the World’s Most Dangerous Mountains reads like a…
Not every skier or snowboarder prefers to wear hats. I actually know a lot of ladies that prefer headbands on the slopes. Like most people, I also enjoy listening to music (at an appropriate level) while skiing. That’s where the i360 Music Infused Headband steps in. When I first saw these I thought: holy cow…
I just had to write about the Giro TuneUps audio kit because I love it so much. Compatible with the Giro Omen, Fuse, G10 and G9 helmets, this kit is basically two earpads with built in headphones that you can just pop into your helmet. I use them with my G10 helmet, and they feel…
This weekend has been great for the mountains. Most resorts saw at least half a foot and Breckenridge was one of them. There are plenty of bare spots all over the mountain but if you search hard enough you could find some great, untouched snow over on Peak 8. We found that most people stuck…
Q: My fiance and I are looking to get married in Breckenridge – something very small. Do you know anything about how to go about it, where do I start etc.. A: Hi Linda, Congratulations to you and your fiancé! I don’t have much experience in the field of wedding planning, but some quick research…
Q: Hi Colorado Snow: I will be a first time buyer of the Colorado Pass. Do you know exactly when the Colorado pass goes on sale on Labor Day weekend (8/28, 8/29)? I was planning to leave for Lake Powell on 8/29; however, if the pass is available only on the weekend, I may need…
Q: I am getting married on Novemeber 8th of this year and my fiance and I are very interested in going to Breakenridge for our Honeymoon. However, I am having a hard time finding answers on whether or not there is enough snow for skiing in early November. We are both intermediate skiiers so we…
Q: Where can I buy new skis in August? I’ll visit Boulder on August 1, heard about great selection and year-round sales in CO. There only bikes on sale during summer in NY. Please tell me! Thanks! -Irina A: Hi Irina, while you’re in Colorado you should definitely check out the following: Boulder Ski Deals:…
Q: Is there any chance that the usual Summit County mtn’s will stay open through the end of April, besides A-Basin and Loveland? My kids have Easter break from 4/21-25. What about Breck? Vail? B-Creek? Posted by glegly A: Unfortunately the Summit County mountains are going to close around the second weekend of April. Even…
Q: When is the best (read: cheapest) time to renew my CO Pass? I’m a first time Season Pass holder, and I’d like to renew for 2008-2009, but I don’t know the game. Thanks! Posted by glegly A: Easy answer: the fine folks at Vail Resorts will definitely let you know when to renew your…
Q: I am moving back to Colorado late this March. Do any resorts sell late season passes (Late season Buddy Pass) Something like that? I hope so! Daily rates at Vail,Breck,and Keyston would get expensive! Posted by Lance Gartner A: Hey Lance, great question and the simplest answer: you're out of luck. The Colorado Pass…