Oslo, Norway – Norwegian ski racing powerhouse Aksel Lund Svindal says that a nagging knee injury may well spell the end of his World Cup season before it even starts, and possibly even his career. Svindal’s was leading the overall World Cup chase last January when he injured his right knee in a crash during the famed … Continue reading Knee Injury Casts Doubt on Svindal’s Season, Career
Park City, UT – He took his legendary flip on skis resort to resort, hop-scotching from Boyne to Heavenly, Sugarbush to Aspen and on to Park City. He found a home at Deer Valley, arriving on a handshake and a look in the eye from his friend Edgar Stern. He exuded grace and elegance while carving … Continue reading Remembering Stein Eriksen
Park City, UT – Stein Eriksen, the legendary alpine skier from Norway whose revolutionary technique and distinctive style made him a founder of modern skiing, passed away peacefully on Sunday at his home in Park City, surrounded by family. He was 88 years old. As one of the most recognized names in the ski world, Eriksen … Continue reading Skiing Legend Stein Eriksen Dies
Lillehammer, Norway – Rosie Brennan paced nervously alongside the Olympic ski tracks in Lillehammer as start time approached, staying close to the technicians working to prepare the best classic skis they could for her from their tiny wax cabin. It was a long way from the trails of White Pine Touring in Park City, Utah, where … Continue reading Behind the Gold: Making History as a Team
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
Oslo, Norway – American sports television network ESPN will join Norwegian broadcaster TV2 to expand its X Games franchise to Oslo this winter. Scheduled for Norway’s capital city February 24-28, 2016, X Games Oslo will be the first time that both summer and winter sports will be contested internationally at the same X Games event, with disciplines including Snowboard and … Continue reading X Games Expands to Oslo
Oslo, Norway – Norwegian developer The Selvaag Group has given its approval to construct Lørenskog Winter Park near Oslo. Once completed, it will be the world’s largest indoor ski area. Like many other similar snow domes around the world, the concept for Lørenskog Winter Park involves hotels, restaurants, shops, apartments and more surrounding an indoor ski slope a … Continue reading Norway Plans World’s Largest Indoor Ski Area
