April 04, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
Rusty Rustigian’s Return to NWAC Ushers in New Era of Technological Innovation and Collaboration
Rusty Rustigian’s journey back to the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is more than a personal homecoming; it signifies a pivotal…
April 04, 2026
Ski Gear and Technical Reviews
Atomic Nexus 130 BOA: A Paradigm Shift in Performance-Oriented Ski Boot Accessibility
The launch of the Atomic Nexus 130 BOA heralds a significant advancement in ski boot technology, directly addressing a long-standing…
April 04, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
European Ski Instructor Conquers Tunnel Run at Alpe d’Huez
The Alpe d’Huez ski resort in France, renowned for its extensive and challenging terrain, has once again become the stage…
April 04, 2026
European Ski Resort News
The 2025/26 Audi FIS Ski World Cup Season Reviewed: A Triumph of Dominance, Breakthroughs, and Remarkable Returns
As the snow melts across the alpine peaks, the International Ski & Snowboard Federation (FIS) has taken a comprehensive look…
April 04, 2026
Cross-Country and Nordic Sports
Konnerud Talent Maria Hartz Melling Faces Uncertain Future Due to Heart Condition
The promising 23-year-old skier from Konnerud, once heralded as one of Norway’s top junior talents, is now facing an indefinite…
April 04, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC’s Development and Communications Manager Reflects on Mission-Driven Work, Community Engagement, and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has long been a critical resource for winter backcountry enthusiasts across the region, providing essential…
April 04, 2026
Ski Gear and Technical Reviews
By women, for women ski styles, now on sale.
The advent of spring traditionally signals a pivotal shift in the retail landscape of the winter sports industry, as brands…
April 04, 2026
FIS Alpine World Cup News
Linnea Hansen Appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Crystal Mountain, Signaling Strategic Focus on Performance and Community
Alterra Mountain Company has officially announced the appointment of Linnea Hansen as President and Chief Operating Officer of Crystal Mountain…
April 04, 2026
Cross-Country and Nordic Sports
German Cross-Country Skier Victoria Carl Receives 18-Month Ban Following Doping Violation, Sets Sights on 2027 World Championships
The German cross-country skiing community, and indeed the international sporting world, has been closely following the case of Victoria Carl,…
April 04, 2026
Ski Training and Physical Health
The Role of Resistance Training in Mitigating Chronic Pain and Extending Athletic Longevity for High-Impact Winter Sports Enthusiasts
The application of classical physics to human physiology suggests that every high-impact athletic endeavor generates a reciprocal physical toll. In…