Starting this Saturday (4/6) from 8:30-4:30 The Deep Powder House ski shop will be putting on a free demo day for anyone interested in trying out the latest and greatest…
Continue ReadingIt was a beautiful Easter Sunday at Alta today. Skies were clear, temps were warm, and the crowds were non-existent. I was unfortunately not able to ski due to a busted rib…
Continue ReadingThe Mountain Collective Pass just recently added three new mountains to their 2013-2014 list – Snowbird, Whistler/Blackcomb, and Mammoth. If you’re not familiar with the pass it includes two lift…
Continue ReadingThe Black Diamond Expedition Pole is a great option for any backcountry enthusiast ready to ditch their resort poles for a much more functional touring pole. Reasonably priced at $89.95 you…
Continue ReadingAfter yesterday’s questionable pow day Mother Nature decided to up the ante dropping an additional 8″, bringing the storm total to 13″. The snow quality wasn’t all-time but it did…
Continue ReadingThe fresh mash potatoes that fell today turned Alta’s slopes around tremendously. Even though only 5″ fell it allowed Alta Ski Patrol to reopen the High T giving the hand-full of…
Continue ReadingThis weekend’s pathetic 2″ dump did little to help Alta’s current conditions. The warm, soft, spring-like days from last week have now turned into sketchy bulletproof ice. Alta Ski Patrol has…
Continue ReadingIf you haven’t given Patagonia’s line of thermo underwear a chance yet you’ve been missing out. Their trademark Capilene material is unmatched especially for individuals who have sensitive skin. Unlike a lot…
Continue ReadingConsidering it’s barely mid-March, high temps coming in close to 60 degrees at Alta’s base should be heart wrenching. However, the skiing has actually been very enjoyable. The upper elevation…
Continue ReadingToday at Alta was a complete surprise. The winds from the past couple of days have continued to buff out most runs and the measly inch that fell overnight was…
Continue ReadingThe 3rd Salomon Community Video Contest was held this past Thursday night at the Canyon Inn. A great event for amateur video editors to showcase their top shots. Prizes were awarded for…
Continue ReadingConsidering only 5″ were reported by the end of the day today it sure felt a lot more like 10″. The fresh fluff skied surprisingly good. A crusty layer was certainly evident but…
Continue ReadingPrefer to tour with your fat boards but can’t stand all the extra weight that comes along with it? Then do your legs a favor and check out the Black Diamond…
Continue ReadingToday’s storm blew in light and fluffy and made for some supreme skiing conditions. Alta reported 12″ in the past 24 hours on top of the 17″ from this weekend.…
Continue ReadingIf you had a long work week Mother Nature evidently felt your pain. Dropping 17″ over the past 48 hours you couldn’t have asked for better pow days. Although voluptuous, last…
Continue ReadingThe Dakine Poacher Backpack is a great option for any skier/snowboarder interested in heading into the backcountry. A bit large for resort shredding, however the extra space comes in handy…
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