Considering there’s only one weekend left conditions at Alta can’t be beat. With a fresh foot from yesterday the skiing today was pretty close to EPIC. Every aspect was skiing…
Continue ReadingThe Under Armour Unchained Jacket combines performance and value into one. It’s 10K rated waterproof Armourstorm fabric and tapered seams keep you dry on the wettest of days. And it’s…
Continue ReadingWith 20″ falling in the past 5 days and Alta’s lifts remaining closed all week, skiers were hungry this morning to devour some pow. Conditions were pretty good on…
Continue ReadingAlta’s annual High Boy party has just been out done. The Frank World Classic Ski Competition is now the place to be on Alta’s closing day. Put on by The…
Continue ReadingAlta received a much needed face-lift yesterday with 8″ of fresh pow. The chunder bumps underneath were still evident but with a plethora of pow pillows to dump speed in…
Continue ReadingThe Armada JJ could certainly fit the bill for a one ski quiver setup. An extremely light and maneuverable ski the JJ absolutely slays it on and off the groomer. Even if…
Continue ReadingStarting this Saturday (4/6) from 8:30-4:30 The Deep Powder House ski shop will be putting on a free demo day for anyone interested in trying out the latest and greatest…
Continue ReadingIt was a beautiful Easter Sunday at Alta today. Skies were clear, temps were warm, and the crowds were non-existent. I was unfortunately not able to ski due to a busted rib…
Continue ReadingThe Mountain Collective Pass just recently added three new mountains to their 2013-2014 list – Snowbird, Whistler/Blackcomb, and Mammoth. If you’re not familiar with the pass it includes two lift…
Continue ReadingThe Black Diamond Expedition Pole is a great option for any backcountry enthusiast ready to ditch their resort poles for a much more functional touring pole. Reasonably priced at $89.95 you…
Continue ReadingAfter yesterday’s questionable pow day Mother Nature decided to up the ante dropping an additional 8″, bringing the storm total to 13″. The snow quality wasn’t all-time but it did…
Continue ReadingThe fresh mash potatoes that fell today turned Alta’s slopes around tremendously. Even though only 5″ fell it allowed Alta Ski Patrol to reopen the High T giving the hand-full of…
Continue ReadingThis weekend’s pathetic 2″ dump did little to help Alta’s current conditions. The warm, soft, spring-like days from last week have now turned into sketchy bulletproof ice. Alta Ski Patrol has…
Continue ReadingIf you haven’t given Patagonia’s line of thermo underwear a chance yet you’ve been missing out. Their trademark Capilene material is unmatched especially for individuals who have sensitive skin. Unlike a lot…
Continue ReadingConsidering it’s barely mid-March, high temps coming in close to 60 degrees at Alta’s base should be heart wrenching. However, the skiing has actually been very enjoyable. The upper elevation…
Continue ReadingToday at Alta was a complete surprise. The winds from the past couple of days have continued to buff out most runs and the measly inch that fell overnight was…
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