Prospect Snow and Wake relocated to Sacramento, California

Hey All, Neil, Founder of Prospect here. We found a great spot nestled right at the base of the foothills leading into the Tahoe National Forest. The move was accompanied by my beautiful girlfriend Jesse and our shop dog Bodhi. The Sacramento/Roseville area is something amazing and Unique for Prospect. I can’t stress how unique this area really is! The new factory is also stepping up our game. We think the diverse crowd traveling from San Fransisco has an eye for unique stuff....

November 9, 2017 · 1 min · 153 words · Kayla Smith MD

The Armada Team's Insane Solo Projects Reviewed

Sammy Carlson is something of an enigma. This year is no exception with the launch of his ‘World Of X Games’ episode today. It’s straight up mind melting. It’s clear that last winter was a significant one for Tanner. The comeback is on. And as, you well know, there’s a much awaited Chad’s Gap redemption in there. Triumph is a great short film and talks of a Tanner comeback cannot be denied....

November 8, 2017 · 2 min · 275 words · Jennifer Moore

We need one more, anyone in for a shotski?!

NEW SCHOO LERS - we know each other without ever having met. Then we do it all over again. You having fun yet?! Another shotski you say?! We like to think that our gear showcases that attitude and we’re here to recruit you. Whether you end up buying gear or not just get out there and rip it. Welcome to the crew. Checkout our site (Website - tillidie.co), and get at us on social media to checkout more....

November 8, 2017 · 1 min · 84 words · Kelly Barrett

Laurent DeMartin Joins 686 Clothing

Last winter, 686 introduced Parker White as the first ever skier to join their global pro team. A year on they welcome Laurent De Martin to join him. And then rejoining the crew for a standout showing at the Mammoth park shoot. Seems like a strategy quite a few brands could learn from. “LDMs versatility and style are what make his skiing so good. That and his positive attitude and passion towards life is contagious to everyone around him....

November 7, 2017 · 1 min · 126 words · John Blevins

4 Road Trips for the Ages (Mountain Collective Style)

You finally did it, you bought the Collective! Good for you, seriously. Ahhh relax I’m just kidding it’s gonna snow! Anyways, while this pass is unbelievable, it can be overwhelming. Trip #2: Out for a rip, eh? Oh and Revelstoke has the largest vertical in North America and gets absolutely puked on. Just dont forget to pack your down jacket. Canadians never tell a lie and they seem to love this place almost as much as hockey....

November 4, 2017 · 1 min · 185 words · Stephen Phillips

Q&A with Kai Mahler

We met Kai Mahler while playing League of Legends the other day. Turns out he does triples there as well! We grabed the opportunity for a Q&A with the carving boss from Switzerland! First off, gotta ask about what we all wonder about. How to you imagine the judges would respond to something like that? Haha, I mean if the jump allows it! Im really wondering what the judges would do....

November 4, 2017 · 2 min · 219 words · Justin Goodwin

Ski Photography Essentials

I first started photographing skiing in 2011 with my buddies back in Iowa. I hope this piece will be something that others can benefit from. As ski photographers, we do not always have the luxury of getting close to the features being photographed. I currently shoot with aCanon 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II. If you have the budget for this lens and is a Canon shooter, get this lens. If you don’t have a large budget, I would suggest aTamron 70-200mm f/2....

November 2, 2017 · 4 min · 650 words · Lawrence Smith

2018 Winter Olympic Slopestyle Course Preview

I know especially with the jumps, it really all comes down to the final product in snow. Schneestern are no strangers to big events though. They build Suzuki Nine Knights which is one of the most creative works of snow every season. Schneestern built a test event course 2 seasons ago that was very well received with both athletes and viewers. Hopefully the judges reward those who send some risky and creative lines....

November 1, 2017 · 1 min · 82 words · Bradley White

Will Berman Introduces Wells Lamont Snow Gloves

Tell us, who is going to be joining you on the team? Is there going to be a squad edit? I’ve actually been super excited to announce the other team members. We ski different slopes, thrive in different styles, but come together over a love of this sport. https://www.instagram.com/p/BaXXQgZDIwM/?taken-by=wellslamontsnow 3. Speaking of social media, where can we find the mitts?

November 1, 2017 · 1 min · 60 words · Andrew Berry

10 Years of Rule: Marker Bindings' Royal Family

Leather straps eventually transitioned to an early design of cable-bang out telemark binding. It was probably past its time regardless. Marker was among them and theirRotomatwas a game changer, releasing at both the toe and heel. Alpine skiing was just on the cusp of becoming a major industry in the States at this time. Breckenridge was still a mining town and Aspen had only been turning lifts for 4 years....

October 31, 2017 · 3 min · 590 words · Jeremiah Morales

US Freeski Team Olympic Uniforms Unveiled

The athletes are certainly stoked according to somesoundbites they gave NBC. you might damn sure plenty of countries are going to have it way worse… rememberthese monstrosities from 2014. What do you guys think? Oh and for some reason Tom Wallisch is the on snow model… http://www.newschoolers.com/videos/watch/880105/TW-to-the-Moon-

October 31, 2017 · 1 min · 47 words · Mario Vargas

How Vail's EPIC Pass Changed the Game

Millennials are connected constantly in a way no previous generation has been (often times to a fault). Technology has fueled our desire to travel farther from home than any generation before us. When Vail introduced the EPIC pass in 2008, they changed the game. Their pass holders not only had access to five mountains in Colorado, but Heavenly in California as well. Fast forward ten years and they have amplified this strategy with incredible effect....

October 25, 2017 · 2 min · 245 words · Erika Pierce

Julian Carr's In-Depth Look At How He Tackled A 210 Foot Cliff

Julian Carr is a master of send. Known for hucking the biggest cliffs possible, he is practically BASE jumping sans parachute. Last year weinterviewed himabout everything from his worst injury to his thought process before a big jump. It’s always interesting to see into the mind of people like Julian. Most view his antics as reckless, some just stand back in awe at what he does. Regardless of your stance, you should check out his explanation of hitting this 210 foot behemoth in Europe....

October 25, 2017 · 2 min · 388 words · Carolyn Kelly