Alta’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 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 ReadingThe 3rd Salomon Community Video Contest was held this past Thursday night at the Canyon Inn. A great event for amateur video editors to showcase their top shots. Prizes were awarded for…
Continue ReadingConsidering only 5″ were reported by the end of the day today it sure felt a lot more like 10″. The fresh fluff skied surprisingly good. A crusty layer was certainly evident but…
Continue ReadingThe Dakine Poacher Backpack is a great option for any skier/snowboarder interested in heading into the backcountry. A bit large for resort shredding, however the extra space comes in handy…
Continue ReadingThe Hestra Soft Shell Glove is a great everyday glove that will keep your fingers warm even on the coldest days. The Flextron outer layer works perfectly for those sweaty backcountry…
Continue ReadingWith an unexpected 3″ overnight and a little bit of help from the winds, Alta’s hardpack conditions quickly turned around today. Nothing mind blowing but certain areas skied really soft and…
Continue ReadingSalomon shoes have been my go to shoe for over 15 years now. If you have a narrow foot with a high arch you won’t find a better fit. My favorite of…
Continue ReadingConditions at Alta are no bueno. The groomers are a mix of patchy ice and wind buffed chalk. The High T is ruff everywhere consisting of mostly hard packed bumps. And…
Continue ReadingAlta Community Enrichment is hosting a launch party this Friday (2/8) for Stephen Gelb’s Alta Portraits Project book. Featuring black and white pictures taken with his Deardorff 8×10 view camera, Gelb’s photo book…
Continue ReadingTaking a vacation to a new mountain but have no idea of where to head first? Then check out ClaimMyRun.com and get an inside scoop of where the locals hide their…
Continue ReadingWith a little bit of effort we were able to find some mediocre skiing today. The chutes in Devil’s Castle were tracked but still worth the trek off the groomers.…
Continue ReadingThe North Face Mendoza Jacket works great on and off the hill. A stylie coat for wearing around town also functions perfectly as a warm under-layer on those frigid mornings…
Continue ReadingThis past Tuesday (1/15) Alta celebrated it’s 75th Anniversary. It was a great event filled with fireworks, bonfires, smores, and a torchlight parade. Not sure if the cold temperatures scared people…
Continue ReadingAlta Ski Area will be releasing 75th Anniversary videos each month this winter. Showcasing some of Alta’s best moments over the past 75 years they are certainly worth a watch.…
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