This year Spring officially starts March 20th, but here in Aspen, spring is one of our favorite seasons so we’ll start this events calendar a little earlier. Not only is the skiing some of the best during March and most fun during April, but there’s too many events in town to name. Here are just…
Following up on our last post concerning tuning your skis and boards, here’s the final segment to ensure you’re getting the most out of the day. Any expert knows well tuned equipment is key to riding well. So here’s the steps you can take to fix up your equipment on your own. Step 5: Wax…
A well tuned pair of skis or snowboard will have you at the top of your game riding the groomers. Ice patch? No problem. You’ll have complete control and be skiing full speed with no worries by keeping your equipment maintained. Step 1: Sharpen Those Edges An integral step for any pair of skis. If…
We spend enough time on our screens at home. It’s time to leave those things in the room while you visit Snowmass. With all the adventures to be had here, you won’t have time to scroll through Instagram and see what other people are doing. You’ll be doing it all right here, in the center…
Now that the mountains have a good base, we’ve been enjoying our days on the hill and all the events that Snowmass has to offer. Here are a few coming up soon that you won’t want to miss: U.S. GRAND PRIX – January 10-14 The US Snowboard Team & US. Freeski Team will be competing in Snowmass for a…
Snowmass is no longer the secret sister mountain to Aspen, but it’s almost guaranteed to have shorter lines and less crowded runs. On most weekends, lift lines have a maximum wait time of 2 minutes. If you know where to go, lines are non-existent. With the recent snowfall, Snowmass has a good portion of its…
Skiing powder can be one of the most thrilling party of skiing but also the most difficult. Here’s our 5 step guide to ski powder: 1. Watch this video. Get excited. Repeat. 2. Have the right equipment Powder skiing can be the best time in your life or an absolute struggle without the right gear.…
There’s plenty of traverses and flat spots on the mountains that are an absolute pain if you don’t have your skis or snowboard waxed properly. There’s two solutions for this: Bring you equipment into a ski shop and let the professionals handle it. This will run you anywhere from $5-50 so be sure to ask…
The slopes are open and it’s time to get out there for some early season laps! There are a few common mistakes that many visitors make when skiing or snowboarding early on in the season. Here’s a few tips to avoid trip-ups and enjoy the sunny warm days: Don’t ride your new skis or board…
So, you’re in a mountain town but have given those planks a try and decided they are not for you. Fair enough. We can’t all love sliding around on frozen H20. Luckily, you’re in a lively enough ski town where there are plenty of alternative activities. Here’s a few of our favorites in and around…