Montafon, Austria – The World Cup Ski Cross season started off with a bang for Canada over the weekend with two first-place results and one second in the season opener in Montafon. Canadians Christoper Del Bosco and Brady Leman finished first and second, respectively, in the men’s race, and Marielle Thompson won the women’s contest, … Continue reading Strong Weekend for Canada in Ski Cross Opener
Europe – From the epic majesty of St. Anton to the intimate slopes of Les Houches and the Chamonix Valley, Europe boasts many of the world’s finest alpine resorts. The Swiss Alps are home to some of the most breathtaking ski slopes in the world, while France offers hidden gems for experienced enthusiasts and beginners alike. … Continue reading Europe’s 51 Best Ski Resorts
Vienna, Austria – Austrian cross-country skier Harald Wurm was suspended last week as an investigation into doping allegations continues on the eve of the World Cup season. In addition, the Austrian head coach Gerald Heigl has temporarily stepped down until Wurm’s case is completed, although Heigl has denied any involvement. “The Austrians have a zero tolerance for doping,” ski … Continue reading Austrian XC Skier Suspended Over Doping Allegations
Kitzbuehel, Austria – At its “Ski Oscars” awards gala held in Kitzbuehel on Saturday night, the World Ski Awards honored its host resort as the World’s Leading Ski Resort, while Deer Valley Resort in Utah was named the United States’ Best Ski Resort and the Stein Eriksen Lodge at Deer Valley was awarded the title of Best Ski … Continue reading World Ski Awards Names Resort Winners
Santa Monica, CA – “STREIF – One Hell of a Ride,” produced by Red Bull Media House in association with Planet Watch, takes viewers on the famed Hahnenkamm course in Kitzbuehel, Austria. The film, previously released in Europe, is now available exclusively on Vimeo On Demand to own and rent, and will be screened through a … Continue reading Ski Racing Documentary Glides Into the U.S.
Salt Lake City, UT – Face it: while you’re sitting on your duff at home this weekend looking at photos of people skiing (admittedly, we are too!), some others are actually doing it. Early season skiers were getting in some turns at a total of 10 ski resorts across western North America this weekend, and another 11 … Continue reading PHOTOS: They’re Skiing, and You’re Not
Soelden, Austria – In front of a packed crowd on Sunday, Park City, Utah’s Ted Ligety reminded ski racing fans of his giant slalom skills at the men’s opening Audi FIS Ski World Cup race in Soelden, taking his fourth win at the Austrian resort. It was a stacked podium, with Thomas Fanara of France and Marcel … Continue reading Ligety Scores Victory in Soelden
