access
May 08, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Summer Skiing Landscape Shifts as Cervinia Expands Access While Hintertux Ends Year-Round Operations
The landscape of European alpine sports is undergoing a significant transformation as two of the continent’s most prominent high-altitude destinations…
April 30, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Ski California Announces Return of Elite Gold Pass for 2026-27 Season, Offering Unprecedented Access Across 36 Resorts for $4,250.
The highly coveted Ski California Gold Pass is set to return for the 2026-27 winter season, maintaining its premium pricing…
April 18, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
The 2026/2027 Season Pass Dilemma: Navigating the Epic vs. Ikon Battle for the Future of Mountain Access.
As the pre-sale windows for the 2026/2027 ski season passes open, skiers and snowboarders worldwide face a crucial decision that…
April 06, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Marmot Basin Access Road Closure Due to Wildfire Aftermath and Unstable Terrain
Jasper, Alberta – A critical access route to the popular Marmot Basin ski resort has been partially closed indefinitely due…
April 02, 2026
FIS Alpine World Cup News
Mikaela Shiffrin Extends Philanthropic Reach with "GOAT Gives Back" Initiative, Targeting $1 Million for Youth Snow Sports Access
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Mikaela Shiffrin, the most decorated alpine skier in history, is translating her unprecedented on-slope success into a…
April 01, 2026
FIS Alpine World Cup News
HEAD USA Unveils Extensive 2026 Spring Race Testing Program for Next-Generation Skis, Expanding Athlete Access Across Key U.S. Race Centers
HEAD USA has formally announced its comprehensive 2026 Spring Race Testing Program, designed to provide elite and aspiring athletes, alongside…
March 29, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
The Slide Brook Express Quad: Sugarbush’s Record-Breaking Chairlift Redefines Mountain Access
The landscape of ski resort infrastructure has been continuously shaped by innovation, with advancements in lift technology significantly impacting accessibility,…
March 25, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Private Ski Operation Approved for Nevada’s Ruby Mountains, Sparking Debate Over Access and Preservation
The Elko County Planning Commission has granted a conditional use permit for a private ski operation within Nevada’s Ruby Mountains,…
March 14, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Massive Rockslide Shuts Down Whistler Blackcomb’s Peak Express Chair, Halting Access to Premier Alpine Terrain
Whistler Blackcomb, one of North America’s most celebrated ski resorts, is grappling with the aftermath of a significant rockslide that…
