State of the Backcountry 2014-2015: IV| Sponsored by Alpenglow Sports

Just when all bets were off thanks to a fizzled “Storm of the Century”, along came a few under forecasted storms, and there you have some of the best powder skiing to hit the Tahoe backcountry in recent memory. It’s been so good, with the current dry out, a host of tourers are smiling at… Continue reading State of the Backcountry 2014-2015: IV| Sponsored by Alpenglow Sports

State of the Backcountry 2014-2015: III| Sponsored by Alpenglow Sports

Be honest. How many times have you checked the weather in the past few days? Between all the hype surrounding the storm, snow line, and the forecasted wind for Thursday, I know I’ve scoured just about every site and source I know multiple times each day for over a week. It’s geeky for sure, but… Continue reading State of the Backcountry 2014-2015: III| Sponsored by Alpenglow Sports

State of the Backcountry 2014-2015: II| Sponsored by Alpenglow Sports

It’s finally December and while temperatures are supposed to be warm over the next few days, there’s precipitation in Tahoe’s forecast through Friday, and that’s a reason to celebrate! Read the rest here 

State of the Backcountry 2014-2015: I| Sponsored by Alpenglow Sports

Hello skiers and riders! Welcome to another season of State of the Backcountry sponsored by Alpenglow Sports, hosted by Unofficial Networks. I’m looking forward to sharing another season of real time condition reports from the Sierra Nevada backcountry, as well as details from out of the area ski trips when available. Read the rest here 

Revelstoke Mountain Resort Opens with a Bang for the 2014-2015 Ski Season

Last Saturday, Revelstoke Mountain Resort (RMR) opened for the 2014-2015 ski season. With storms pounding the area for the week leading up to opening day, anticipation was high for a big one. Thankfully, by the end of November 29th, powder seekers were satiated. RMR has been growing its reputation as one of the top ski… Continue reading Revelstoke Mountain Resort Opens with a Bang for the 2014-2015 Ski Season

7 Classic Ski Descents in the Lower 48| Utah, Colorado, and The East

Continued from parts one and two, this final piece focuses on one classic line from Utah, Colorado, and The East according to 50 Classic Ski Descents of North America. Utah: South Face, Mt. Superior Utah is well known for some of the best skiing and riding on planet Earth, due in large part to the… Continue reading 7 Classic Ski Descents in the Lower 48| Utah, Colorado, and The East