Industry
May 19, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
2026-2027 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Season Unveiled with Crans-Montana World Championships and Sun Valley Finals as Key Highlights
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has formally announced the framework for the 2026-2027 Alpine Ski World Cup season, marking the…
May 18, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Mammoth Mountain Extends 2026 Ski Season Through May as Colorado Resorts Conclude Winter Operations
Mammoth Mountain has officially announced an extension of its 2025-2026 ski and snowboard season, confirming that lifts will continue to…
May 18, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
New NWAC Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Brings Passion for Mission-Driven Work and Outdoor Industry to the Pacific Northwest
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has announced the appointment of its new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a role poised to…
May 16, 2026
FIS Alpine World Cup News
HEAD Pioneers Inclusive Product Development with North American Women’s Ski Summit, Redefining Industry Engagement and Shaping Future Innovations.
In a significant departure from conventional practices within the winter sports industry, where product development and strategic decisions have historically…
May 16, 2026
Ski Gear and Technical Reviews
Fischer Launches ‘The Nothing’ Powder Ski, Challenging Industry Norms with Spec-Free Debut
May 8, 2026, 09:01 AM — In a bold move that has sparked considerable discussion across the global ski industry,…
May 16, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Late Season Snowstorms Boost Glacial Conditions in the Alps and Rockies as Southern Hemisphere Prepares for Winter
As the second week of May 2026 commences, a series of significant late-season weather systems has transformed the landscape of…
May 16, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
From the Peak to the Policy Table How Salomon and Protect Our Winters Are Navigating the Climate Crisis in the Global Outdoor Industry
The closure of the Horstman Glacier for summer skiing operations at Whistler Blackcomb marks a significant turning point in the…
May 16, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
The Evolution of Alpine Summer Skiing as Cervinia and Zermatt Leverage New Infrastructure While Hintertux Ends Year Round Operations
The landscape of European summer skiing is undergoing a significant transformation as major resorts in Italy, Switzerland, and Austria adjust…
May 15, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Bardonecchia Selected to Host 2029 FIS Para World Championships as FIS Council Finalizes Global Winter Sports Calendar in Slovenia
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) Council has formally concluded its Spring Meetings in Portorož, Slovenia, marking a significant…
May 14, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Manslaughter Verdict in Flaine Skiing Fatality Sparks Global Debate Over Piste Safety and Reckless Behavior
On May 6, 2026, the Bonneville judicial court in Haute-Savoie, France, delivered a significant verdict in a case that has…
