The economy is in the pits and there’s no magic wand in sight. So why are Tahoe-area ski resorts building like it’s 1999?
It’s all about the future.
The investments – more than $56 million at Squaw Valley, Northstar, Heavenly and Kirkwood – are geared to transform Tahoe’s mountain resorts into year-round destinations rivaling anything to be found in competitor states Colorado and Utah  … More
Think Colorado skiing. What are the first two mountains that spring to mind?
Right. Aspen and Vail. But you can ski Colorado without coming near these giants of the Rockies. Crested Butte, Telluride, Winter Park and a flurry of other peaks offer lively alternatives.
Now think Tahoe skiing  … More
A weekend skate/snow trip to Colorado with Max Ronning, Nate Blomquist, Jesse Paul, Billy Bottoms, Sam Jorgensen and Jake Braseth.
If you’re just starting out snowboarding, you might be confused about the meaning of the words you’ll hear out on the slopes. Here is a guide to ten unusual snowboarding terms with examples of how they can be used.
1. Biff
This is to crash or fall. “I totally biffed during that maneuver.”
2. Jib
This is using a snowboard to  … More