(LR) Keiji Okamoto (Japan), Keith Gabel and Zach Miller pose after the SB-LL2 men’s final at the 2021 Para-Snowboard World Cup on November 30, 2021 in Landgraaf, The Netherlands. Picking up where he left off from the 2020-21 para-snowboard World Cup season when he swept the last two events, Paralympian Keith Gabel notched his first…
Month: November 2021
Winter holidays: here are the biggest risks for snow sports
Many people scramble to hit the slopes during the winter holidays. Some will end up just as eager to leave the hospital. A major risk factor for skiing and snowboarding injuries is trying to cram too much action into a short period of time, says Dr Mirco Herbort, a Munich-based orthopedist and specialist surgeon who…
“Winter Starts Now” event at the Film Center
“Winter Starts Now” plays at the MV Film Center on Saturday, November 27 for one night. This is Warren Miller Entertainment’s 72nd Annual Ski and Snowboard Film. The film features skiing and snowboarding in Prince William Sound, Alaska, and southern Maine. Included are skiers Marcus Caston and Connery Lundin, as well as JT Holmes, the…
Ski resort operator calls on B.C. government to open freeway for non-essential travel
Highway closures in British Columbia are creating uncertainty for vacationing travelers, causing concern at an Okanagan ski resort that was expected to receive an influx of visitors during the vacation. Michael Ballingall, senior vice president of Big White Ski Resort in Kelowna, said there were more than 170 cancellations through the resort’s central reservation system…
Best para-snowboard Ji Lijia aims for glory in Beijing 2022
Designed by Feng Yuan and Yu Peng of CGTN Designed by Feng Yuan and Yu Peng of CGTN Chinese para-snowboarder Ji Lijia rose to fame after taking first place in the world rankings in January 2020. He dominated the world para-snowboard rankings for 14 months, from January 2020 to February 2021. Jacopo Luchini of Italy…
Rising the Elevator: The Story of California’s First Chairlift
The Union Pacific Railroad Company engineer who invented the chairlift was inspired by the system that carried bananas on boats.Provided / Sugar Bowl Resort In 1939, California hosted its first chairlift – the second in the country – and ushered in a new era of downhill skiing that would take the sport to leaps and…
The Antrim Ski Academy brings back the ski exchange
From gear to clothing, the Antrim Ski Academy provided skiers and snowboarders with everything they need this morning to prepare for the season. The annual Ski Swap is back for the 26th year, after taking time off last year. Shanty Creek Resort Snow Sports Director Steve Kershner says not hosting the event makes a big…
Killington World Cup giant slalom canceled
Mikaela Shiffrin skis the first round of the women’s giant slalom before being called off at the FIS Skiing World Cup on November 27, 2021 in Killington, Vermont. KILLINGTON, Vermont – American ski enthusiasts have waited two years for the FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup to return to Killington. Now they will have to wait…
Genting, venue for the Freestyle Skiing and Snowboarding Winter Olympics
01:53 Genting Snow Park in northern China’s Hebei Province is undergoing test events for the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games. The only snow site built in an existing snow station already has “Beijing 2022” logos in place, along with thousands of staff and volunteers. A preliminary for the FIS Ski Cross World Cup held at…
Snowstorm wipes out first Alpine World Cup downhill
November 26, 2021; Lake Louise, Alberta, CAN; Workers prepare the course after the cancellation of the FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup men’s downhill race in Lake Louise. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports Register now for FREE and unlimited access to reuters.com Register now LAKE LOUISE, Alta., Nov. 26 (Reuters) – Heavy snow forced the…
What has contributed to the depth of the new generation of American cross-country skiers?
Gus Schumacher competes in the men’s 15km cross country at the FIS Nordic Skiing World Championships in Oberstdorf on March 3, 2021 in Oberstdorf, Germany. The FIS Cross-Country Skiing World Cup opens today in Ruka, Finland. Ten American women and nine men braved the long journey to this northern Finnish city for three days of…
Aspen region sees increased bicycle and e-bike accident toll
A group of e-cyclists stop in the middle of Maroon Creek Road on the way to the Maroon Bells in July 2021. As the number of injured patients linked to bicycle or e-bike accidents who have been admitted or transferred to the service of trauma of AVH increased from 30 in 2019 to 39 in…
Marko Grilc: snowboarder dies in accident, sponsors say
A press release from the police in Tyrol, Austria, said a 38-year-old Slovenian suffered fatal head injuries in a snowboarding accident on Tuesday. The man was on a film crew exploring the terrain, according to the statement, when the snowboarder, who was not wearing a helmet, fell and hit his head on a snowy boulder….
Ski Star Feuz Deplores Lack of Skiing Buzz in Olympic Host China | Olympic Games
GENEVA (AP) – Two-time Olympic medalist Beat Feuz is not thrilled to travel to Beijing for further Winter Games in a host country with little skiing tradition. The expected favorite of the men’s downhill on February 6 said in comments reported by Swiss media on Thursday that it was “unfortunate” that its third consecutive Olympics…
Obituary: John Pepper | Obituary
After a long and active life, John Pepper, 96, passed away at his home in Jackson, NH on November 10, 2021, surrounded by his family. John is survived by his wife of 54 years, Alice Pepper; and her daughter Sarah Isberg and her husband, Roger; and his son Brian Pendleton and his wife, Darchelle Worley….
Arizona Snowbowl and Sunrise Ski Resort open
Ready to hit the slopes but don’t feel like traveling out of state? Arizona’s two major ski areas – Arizona Snowbowl in Flagstaff and Sunrise Park Resort in the White Mountains – have announced their opening dates for the 2021-22 season. Arizona hasn’t seen much winter yet and very little snow has fallen in the…
Sun Qi – first Chinese player to win international para-snowboard gold medal
Designed by Feng Yuan of CGTN Designed by Feng Yuan of CGTN With the 100-day countdown to the Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games starting on Wednesday, it’s time to brush up on our knowledge of China’s top Paralympic athletes like Sun Qi, who is set to compete in the Games. History was written for Chinese…
Winter Park’s Balcony House brings together the past and the present – CBS Denver
WINTER PARK, Colorado (CBS4)– A winter park redevelopment plan could jeopardize one of the city’s oldest buildings. The Preservers have set up their sites at the Winter Park Balcony House in hopes of making it a success. (credit: CBS) “There is so much skiing history here, from downhill skiing to ski jumping,†said B. Travis…
The CMC alpine ski team ramps up for the 2021-22 season
As hundreds of the world’s top downhill ski racers from the United States, Europe, New Zealand and beyond descended to Copper Mountain for pre-season training over the past month, members of Colorado Mountain College’s alpine ski team trained alongside them. . For CMC head coach Scott Tanner it’s a relatively short drive from the team…
Arizona Snowbowl to kick off opening day after postponement | Arizona News
FLAG, AZ (3TV / CBS 5) – Arizona residents can finally get their skis and snowboards out for the winter! After postponing opening day last Friday, Arizona Snowbowl will welcome guests this Wednesday, kicking off a fun ski season in Flagstaff. Snowbowl officials have announced that opening day will begin at 9 a.m. However, officials…
Seattle outdoor retailer evo pledges $ 10 million to 6 outdoor groups with diverse leadership
Seattle-based outdoor company evo pledges $ 10 million over 10 years to six women-led nonprofits and BIPOC that focus on removing barriers to the outdoors for underrepresented communities . The hope is that the gifts will inspire others to donate the same way on Tuesday I give – and to focus on giving, rather than…
Alpine Skiing World Cup 2021-22 season TV, live broadcast program
NBC Sports, Olympic Channel: Home of the US team and peacock combine to broadcast live coverage of the Alpine Skiing World Cup season, which sandwiches the Winter Olympics in February. Mikaela shiffrin, a three-time overall champion, is expected to return to her regular racing list – every slalom and giant slalom, as well as a…
Arif Khan becomes first Indian to qualify for 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics
Alpine skier from Kashmir, Arif Khan became the first Indian to qualify for the Olympic Winter Games to be held in Beijing from February 4, 2022. For Indians, it is a rare feat for a participant to qualify. for the Winter Olympics. The Winter Olympics are generally dominated by participants from Europe, the United States…
Guide to Winter Skiing in the Midwest: 8 Resorts Suitable for Families, Ski Purists, or Windy Day Visitors | Business
CHICAGO – For the expanse of flat prairies that make up the Midwest, skiing options are decent – respectable even – with a handful of terrains and trails that rival more famous resorts to the east or west. And as the winter months emerge, conversations around masks and social distancing also continue for a new…
The Fascinating History of Different Styles of Skiing | Multimedia
Crossing or sliding on snow has been a common sport for millennia. Fragments of skis – primitive but undeniably similar to today’s skis – found in northern Russia go back up to 6000 BC Theorized for use as a way to cross swathes of frozen land and hunt, skiing eventually transformed from a tool of…
WATCH: Shaun White shows flawless snowboarding skills ahead of 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics qualifiers
US Olympic Winter Games star Shaun White has been training rigorously for the upcoming 2022 Olympic Winter Games trials in Beijing. Notably, the 35-year-old is aiming for what would be his fifth appearance on the big stage. ADVERTISING The article continues under this ad Shaun is one of America’s most decorated snowboarders, thanks to his…
You could spend a night in Europe’s highest Airbnb on Mont Blanc | Life
Two lucky guests have the opportunity to spend a night in Europe’s highest Airbnb on Mont Blanc. – Photo courtesy of Airbnb MONT BLANC, Nov. 20 – After a difficult year due to pandemic closures, ski resorts in Europe are reopening their slopes to the public. And ski enthusiasts have the opportunity to spend an…
How to prepare for your family’s winter getaway
Snow has already started to fall in Michigan, which means winter activities like skiing and snowboarding are just around the corner. It can also mean that your family wants to prepare for a winter getaway. Three things to consider before going on a winter adventure are your gear, your outerwear, and of course, the place…
Cypress Mountain opens for skiing and snowboarding this weekend
Please Note: British Columbia is at step 3 of its COVID-19 restart plan. Please adhere to COVID-19 health and safety measures, including physical distancing and frequent hand washing, and wearing a mask or face covering in indoor and commercial public spaces. If you are sick, please stay home. Cypress Mountain has announced that it will…
How fast do Olympic alpine skiers go?
Watch even a few minutes of downhill skiing, and it’s probably no surprise that the downhill is the fastest of the Olympic downhill skiing events. In this discipline, athletes try to achieve the fastest time possible by rolling down a steep slope in a stowed position, avoiding gates, risers and the stiff mountain terrain. Sounds…
Holiday Inn Express, a growth engine for IHG Hotels & Resorts, exceeds 3,000 hotels worldwide
Through: Holiday Inn Express | 0 Actions 11 readings Beloved hotel brand reaches milestone of over 3,000 hotels open, averaging around 100 openings per year while building customer loyalty and expanding into growing markets November 18, 2021 // Franchising.com // Holiday Inn Express has surpassed 3,000 properties open worldwide with more than 300,000 rooms in…
Hot, Dry Weather Delays Snowbowl Opening Day | Local
Temperatures in Arizona have risen by about 2 degrees on average over the past 100 years, state climatologist Erinanne Saffell said. But the recent hot and dry weather is more directly related to the climatic conditions of La Niña. Part of a climate model known as the El Niño-Southern Oscillation cycle, La Niña winters bring…
FOX 9’s Courtney Godfrey Goes Into Adaptive Competition Snowboarding
item When Courtney Godfrey lost her lower left leg in a boating accident in 2017, she wasn’t sure she could snowboard again. Now she is heading to Europe to practice adapted competitive snowboarding. (FOX 9) (FOX 9) – FOX 9’s Courtney Godfrey trades her journalist’s pad for a snowboard. Godfrey announced on Wednesday that she…
The ski hut is getting ready for the winter season
“Usually late October, early November is when we start to pick up,†says Neustel. DULUTH, Minn. – “Cross-country skis, snowshoes, alpine skis and snowboards as well as all the equipment you would need for these activities”, explains Dave Neustel, owner of Ski Hut. “Usually late October, early November is when we start to pick up, 
Haute Residence and Joel Schemmel continue their real estate partnership in the third year
Joel schemmel In-depth knowledge of the Sarasota area real estate market, strong business skills and an affinity for luxury properties have placed Joel among the top 1% of Sarasota area real estate agents. SARASOTA, Florida (PRWEB) November 16, 2021 In-depth knowledge of the Sarasota area real estate market, strong business skills and an affinity for…
New to cross-country skiing? These 9 winter wonderland are for you
Sun Valley and Ketchum, Idaho Sun Valley may be renowned for its downhill skiing, but excellent and extensive Nordic trail networks make it a top-class cross-country ski destination as well. Start at the Nordic center of the ski area, where an instructional area and a series of non-intimidating training loops adjoin the centre’s lavish clubhouse….
Monster Energy’s UNLEASHED Podcast Hosts Freestyle Snowboard Pioneer Zak Hale
Monster Energy is proud to welcome urban snowboarding pioneer Zak Hale in episode 18 of the sports and pop culture podcast UNLEASHED with The Dingo and Danny. CORONA, Calif., Nov. 15, 2021 / PRNewswire-PRWeb / – Immerse yourself in the mind of one of the world’s most revolutionary snowboarders! Monster Energy is proud to welcome…
ORDA seeks feedback on Whiteface facelift
Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington NY. NCPR file photo: Brian Mann November 15, 2021 – By LAUREN YATES Daily business of the Adirondacks LAKE PLACID – The state’s Olympic Regional Development Authority is seeking public comment on a proposed unit management plan amendment for the Whiteface Mountain Ski Resort, which proposes an extension of the New…
Ski Pole Market Size and Outlook 2028 | Top Companies – Atomic, Burton, Rossignol, Halti, Arc’teryx, Lafuma, Kjus, Bogner, Spyder, Decente,
New Jersey, United States, – A recent market research report added to the repository of verified market reports is an in-depth analysis of the Ski poles market. Based on the analysis of the historical growth and current scenario of the Ski Pole market, the report intends to offer actionable information about the growth projections of…
How to save money on your next ski vacation
Skiing offers both adventure and solitude. Sam axeness Let’s face it, a ski vacation can get pretty expensive. While costs vary widely depending on the type of trip to the resort, preferred accommodation, equipment rental, and dining options, the typical week-long family ski trip to a well-known resort town in the Colorado could cost around…
Snowboard Binding Market Size and Outlook 2028 | Best Companies – Burton, Salomon, Drake, GNU, K2, Ride, Atomic Skis, Nidecker, Roxy, Snowjam,
New Jersey, United States, – A recent market research report added to the repository of verified market reports is an in-depth analysis of the Snowboard Bindings Market. Based on the analysis of the historical growth and current scenario of the Snowboard Bindings market, the report intends to offer actionable information about the growth projections of…
The Empire State Winter Games in New York will return in February |
LAKE PLACID, NY (AP) – The Empire State Winter Games will return in February after a year-long hiatus caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The amateur winter sports competition will be held from February 3-6. Organizers expect approximately 2,000 athletes to compete at venues in Lake Placid and the surrounding Adirondack region. “I am delighted that…
Action Sports Winches Market Size 2021-2027: SWOT Analysis, Industry Share, Global Growth, Regional Overview.
New York, United States: The recent report on “Global 2021 Action Sports Winches Market Report by Key Players, Types, Applications, Countries, Market Size, Forecast to 2027 » Offered by Credible markets, includes a comprehensive survey of geographic landscape, industry size as well as estimated company revenue. In addition, the report also highlights the challenges hampering…
Short-term rental regulations adopted | Kimberley
Kimberley City Council Report By Nowell Berg On November 8, Kimberley Town Council held its regular bi-monthly meeting. Councilors Kyle Dalum, Kent Goodwin, Nigel Kitto and Darryl Oakley were present as well as Mayor Don McCormick. Com. Jason McBain and Sandra Roberts participated via video conference. The press and the public were not present. The…
ANGEL FIRE RESORT ANNOUNCES OPENING DATE, TEACHER OFFERS AND EXTENSION OF WINTER ACTIVITIES
Receive instant alerts for news on your actions. Claim your 1-week free trial for Street Insider Premium here. Angel Fire, NM, November 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Angel Fire Resort (https://www.angelfireresort.com), northern New Mexico’s premier family vacation destination, announced today its opening on December 10, 2021, for the ski season 2021-2022. Known as one of…
Forests around Mount Uludağ under threat: study
ISTANBUL The rate of residential areas and bare rock in Mount UludaÄŸ National Park in Turkey has increased from around seven percent to 13 percent over the past three decades, according to a study. Research by Gökhan Özsoy, an academic at UludaÄŸ University in northwestern Bursa province, reveals how the region’s ecological balance has been…
Global Ski Equipment Market 2021 Research Strategies, Industry Statistics & Forecast to 2026 – LSMedia
The latest market analysis report, namely Global Ski Equipment Market Growth 2021-2026 presents a plateau of the overall market structure, potential, impacts and forecast from 2021 to 2026 associated with the global market. The report comprises an overview and in-depth study of the factors which are considered to have a greater influence on the future…
Summit ski areas raise wages and hire international workers to tackle labor shortage
Keystone Resort employees greet a skier as she walks to the River Run Gondola on the resort’s opening day, October 22. The four Summit County ski areas have increased their starting hourly wages to $ 15 to remain competitive in the area.Lindsey Toomer / Daily News Summit Hiring employees – or the lack of it…
Mount Kato plans to open amid hot temperatures and staff shortage
MANKATO, Minnesota (KEYC) – Winter is almost here, and as temperatures drop, Mount Kato prepares to open. Each year, the resort welcomes thousands of visitors looking to ski, snowboard or snow tube. It includes four snow parks, a tube zone and 19 slopes for skiers and snowboarders. General manager John Nelson has said Mount Kato…
Two skiers to miss Canada’s World Cup races for refusing to be vaccinated against Covid-19
GENEVA — Two Swiss skiers who do not want to be vaccinated against the coronavirus will miss the first men’s downhill race of the World Cup ski season in Canada as the country requires international visitors to have two doses to enter. Swiss teammates Urs Kryenbühl and Ralph Weber posted messages on social media on…
Big Air Olympic qualifiers will arrive at the Steamboat Resort in early December
Red Gerard of Summit County competes in the men’s slopestyle snowboard final at the 2021 US Grand Prix and World Cup at Buttermilk Ski Area in Aspen.Austin Colbert / The Times of Aspen. Olympic hopefuls will flock to the Steamboat Resort for the Visa Big Air competition in December. Freestyle ski athletes and freestyle slopestyle…
Ross Herzog presents his resignation | New
Telluride CEO Ross Herzog announced his resignation on November 1, effective December 31. Herzog was hired in 2017. “I have truly enjoyed the opportunity to serve as the Town Manager for the Town of Telluride and am proud of all the town has accomplished over the past four years. Telluride is incredibly fortunate to have…
Canadian cross-country skiers build trails for higher terrain ahead of 2022 Olympics
Breadcrumb Links Sports Olympic Games Author of the article: Dan Barnes • Postmedia “ The Sovereign Lake Nordic Center, near Vernon, BC, is 1,670 meters above sea level, a good game for Beijing and a little higher than the team’s usual base at Canmore Nordic Center in Alberta which is 1,400 meters away. Andrew Penner…
Bethel resident qualifies for the Olympics
Tyler Hamel snowboarding in Saas-Fee, Switzerland Submitted BETHEL – Surreal is the word 17-year-old Tyler Hamel uses to describe how he feels after securing World Cup stats in December and January, which could potentially lead to a place on the U.S. Olympic team. skiing and snowboarding next winter. “It’s crazy because at this point last…
News from Alterra and its Ikon Pass
November 3, 2021 The Ikon Pass expands further in Europe with the addition of Dolomiti Superski in Italy and Kitzbühel in Austria for winter 21/22. Time is running out to buy the pass which gives access to 47 ski areas across 9 countries and 5 continents. NEW The multi-resort pass is on sale until the…
The flag of the International Ski Federation was handed over to Georgia ahead of the 2023 championships
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has handed over its standard flag to the Georgia International Ski Federation as Bakuriani Ski Resort hosts the 2023 Freestyle Skiing and Snowboarding World Championships. According to tradition, the flag was to be received from China, the previous host country of the World Championship, but due to the coronavirus pandemic,…
Ski or snowmobile, Michigan’s winters are ripe for fun
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan (WOOD) – Snow in Michigan is inevitable, as well as the intimidating prospect of driving, sliding and shoveling it. So when you ask most people what their least favorite season is, most say winter. It’s my experience with family and friends, if you find a fun activity to do in the snow,…
Fans will return to X Games Aspen 2022 with proof of COVID-19 vaccination
Media and athlete support stand in an otherwise empty spectator corral during the women’s big air final at the base of the course during the 2021 X Games from Aspen to Buttermilk on Friday, January 29, 2021.Kelsey Brunner / The Aspen Times Fans will return to the X Games Aspen in 2022, ESPN announced on…
It is the best city in Switzerland to rent a ski chalet
This Swiss town is home to one of the country’s most iconic mountains, and it’s also the best place to rent a chalet. Every skier strives to one day make his dream of skiing in the wonderful Swiss Alps come true. It is a unique experience that will allow them to witness the beauty of…
Can’t make it to the Alps? Visit one of America’s European-inspired ski towns
© Photo by Andriy Blokhin / Shutterstock Can’t make it to the Alps? Visit one of America’s European-inspired ski towns EEurope’s eternally charming Alpine region spanning France, Monaco, Switzerland, Italy, Lichtensten, Austria, Germany and Slovenia is on the wish lists of many travelers for a reason: hello, gorgeous snow capped peaks, endless fondue, afternoon cocktails,…
Northern Edge Ski & Snowboard Shop can help you get everything you need for the winter season!
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – If you’ve seen the forecast you know we might see our first snow showers of the season this week and once that happens our minds are really looking to the winter season as the snow will be on the ground soon! If you want to enjoy the winter season, skis,…
Britain’s best indoor snow centers and dry ski slopes for a national ski trip
Llandudno ski slope With the longest toboggan run in Britain, the PermaSnow ski slope in North Wales hosts lessons for skiers and snowboarders as well as snow tubing lessons. Adult 1.5 hour sessions cost £ 19. Where is it? Llandudno, ConwyMore information jnlllandudno.co.uk Plymouth Ski and Snowboard Center With three dry runs on offer, including…