Mountain Review: Bridger Bowl
Despite being a family-friendly, local ski resort without the luxuries of destination resorts, this Montana resort offers some of the most extreme terrain in the country for a refreshingly affordable cost.
How the American Opioid Epidemic Shaped Vail Resorts’ Rise
The American opioid epidemic is among the most devastating public health issues in recent history. But it also had a huge impact on the state of the North American ski industry—and Vail Resorts’ dominance today.
Most Beautiful Ski Areas in North America
A comprehensive overview of the most beautiful ski resorts in North America, and why they stand out so much.
Park City Offering Partial Compensation to Guests Affected By Ski Patrol Strike
In the aftermath of the first major ski patrol strike in over 50 years, Vail Resorts has announced a compensation program for guests affected by the strike at Park City from December 27, 2024, to January 8, 2025.
Is Powder Mountain Actively Destroying Itself?
This large, famously-independent Utah resort has been making headlines with a flurry of controversial updates—and while there have been some significant improvements, other changes have been some of the most anti-consumer we’ve ever seen at a ski resort.
Has Utah Skiing Reached Its Breaking Point?
Severe overcrowding and high-profile operational crises have left many vacationers wondering whether Utah skiing and riding is worth it anymore.
How to Prepare for Expert-Only Ski Runs
A comprehensive guide to the technical skills, routines, and mindset you’ll want to have to successfully ski or snowboard double-black diamond trails and other expert-level terrain.
Mountain Review: Mission Ridge
Sunny slopes, high quality snow, and a lack of lift lines make this central Washington resort a compelling regional option, although snow totals aren’t the highest.
Loveland Planning to Replace Chair 7, Add New Trails for the 2025-26 Ski Season
This high-alpine, locally-oriented Colorado resort be replacing its oldest and lowest capacity lift for the 2025-26 ski season.
Val Thorens’ Cime Caron Tram Involved in Serious Accident, Out for 2024-25 Season
This 135-passenger aerial tramway has been damaged beyond repair and will see a full replacement for the 2025-26 season.