Salt Lake City, UT – What better price is there than “free”? Ski Utah declares a “Monster Dump” anytime at least one Utah ski resort reports a 24-hour snowfall of 12 inches or more. Now, when that happens, you’re able to rent Rossignol powder skis for free through Ski’N See, thanks to their new partnership … Continue reading Rent Powder Skis for Free in Utah
San Clemente, CA – Switzerland’s Nidecker Group has announced the acquisition of Flow Sports, based in San Clemente. Nidecker operates a variety of well-known brands in both snowboarding and stand-up paddle boarding, including Nidecker Snowboards, Jones Snowboard, Yes Snowboards, Now Snowboard Bindings and Laird Stand Up Paddle. Flow Sports Inc., which owns several other brands, will maintain its brands including SIC … Continue reading Nidecker Group Acquires Flow Snowboarding
Ogden, UT – Amer Sports, the parent company of ski and outdoor brands Salomon, Atomic, Arc’teryx and others, has promoted Bill Kirchner to Vice President & General Manager- Americas. In his expanded role, Kirchner will be responsible for leading Amer Sports’ omni-channel execution in the Americas region. Kirchner previously served as Vice President Sales- Americas for Amer … Continue reading Amer Sports Appoints Bill Kirchner to New Executive Role
Washington, DC – Legislation currently pending in both houses of the U.S. Congress could soon let you pay for lift tickets, season passes, ski equipment, and more with pre-tax dollars. The Personal Health Investment Today (PHIT) Act (Senate Bill 2218, and House Resolution 1218) would allow a medical care tax deduction for up to $1,000, or $2,000 for a joint … Continue reading Proposed Law Could Let You Pay for Lift Tickets with Pre-Tax Dollars
Ludlow, VT – The annual Okemo Ski and Snowboard Swap to benefit Okemo Mountain School is scheduled November 18 to 20 this year. The swap is the place to gear up for winter with new and used gear and clothing at great prices. Skiers and snowboarders will find everything they need to enjoy the snow: skis, … Continue reading Okemo’s Annual Ski Swap Nov. 18-20
Scottsboro, AL – Alabama may not be the first state to come to mind for purchasing ski gear and apparel, but Scottsboro is home to a gigantic clearinghouse of lost luggage. To get the first look at top winter and ski equipment from brands including The North Face, Columbia, REI, Arc’teryx, Marmot, Burton, Nordica, K2 and Rossignol, … Continue reading Buy Someone Else’s Lost Ski Gear…Cheap
Boulder, CO – Three models of Dynafit alpine touring ski boots have been recalled in the U.S. and Canada, as incidents have occurred where the boots have inadvertently switched from “ski” to “walk” mode. Additionally, the boots’ upper cuffs can separate, and in one model the boot shell can crack, posing a fall hazard and risk of injury … Continue reading Dynafit Ski Boots Recalled
