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Within a few weeks of arriving in San Francisco, I backed into a car. I stepped outside, but before I could assess the damage, a shout erupted from across the street.

Skiing News / Powder / September 1

Meet The Man Behind HOTLAPS— Your Favorite Skier's Favorite Filmer

If you’re clued into skiing, you may have seen the footage. A skier tears through the terrain park. A camera operator, who only appears on screen as a blotchy patch of shadow, is close behind.

Skiing News / Powder / August 29

Sage Cattabriga-Alosa Digs Through Atomic Prototypes

The approach of fall means ski brands are starting to drop 2026 product and entice all of us to buy that N+1th pair of skis. But before you pull the trigger on your fourth pair of Bent Chetler's in six years, it's also a great time to reflect on past models, how skis have changed, if at all, and reminisce on the models we miss.

Skiing News / Powder / August 29

Running a Small Ski Area Is Hard, but Boston's Closest Is Persevering

Running a small ski area is tough. From liability insurance to warming global temperatures, little hills across the country face a litany of challenges that, sometimes, they can’t survive. These ski areas might not have the vertical or expansive terrain of their destination counterparts, but they serve a vital role in the fabric of skiing.

Skiing News / Powder / August 29

"Dealt Tough Deck of Cards"—Another Ski Area Won't Open This Season

New Zealand ski areas are experiencing a ripple effect of bad conditions and early closures. Following Temple Basin and Mt. Cheeseman's announcements that a 2025 ski season probably wasn't in the cards unless they got a miracle storm, another ski area has thrown in the towel.

Skiing News / Powder / August 28

Faction Skis Teases 2025/26 Ski Collection

Powder aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Why change a good thing when it works so damn well?

Skiing News / Powder / August 28

Invite-Only Rail Jam Coming to Tahoe in September

The Tahoe Games is returning to the Lake Tahoe area this fall for two days of music, art, sports demos and competitions. While ski season might be a ways out, the festival is taking full advantage of the shoulder season to bring as many sports together as they can.

Skiing News / Powder / August 28

"Steamy" Pumpkin Picking—Old Farmer's Almanac Forecasts Hot Fall 2025

Amongst skiers, long-range winter forecasts capture most of the attention. We want to know what the weather might do in January, not July. But what about fall?

Skiing News / Powder / August 28

World's Top Downhill Mountain Bike Series Coming to Whistler for First Time in 2026

Earlier this week, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) announced that a new stop would be added for the 2026 season, and beyond, at none other than Whistler Blackcomb's bike park.

Skiing News / Powder / August 28

Indy Ski Pass Adds 43 New Resorts Around the World

Hoping to get in on the Indy Pass action? You'd better act fast. With the addition of 43 new resorts, the Indy Pass is back on sale today, August 28, 2025, for a limited time while supplies last.

Skiing News / Powder / August 28

The 10 Best Vintage POWDER Ads of All Time

Perhaps one of the best pieces of the Summer of Nostalgia we've been having at POWDER is digging up old ads from previous issues of the magazine. In a

Skiing News / Powder / August 28

America's Steepest Ski Trail Is Still Terrifying In The Summer

While the title of 'most difficult' or 'scariest' ski trail might be a subjective classification, there's little doubt about the steepest cut ski run in America.

Skiing News / Powder / August 27

Backcountry Access Introduces New Electronic Avalanche Airbag In '25/'26 Collection

Powder aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. We're always big fans of increasing our safety margins when skiing in the backcountry, and avalanche airbag backpacks are undoubtedly a great way to do that.

Skiing News / Powder / August 27

Aleksander Aamodt Kilde Shares Update: “100 Days to the Downhill in Beaver Creek”

Norwegian alpine ski racer Aleksander Aamodt Kilde is back on snow in Chile, and is counting down the days before he’ll hopefully compete at an upcoming World Cup downhill more than a year after an injury that left him on the sidelines.

Skiing News / Powder / August 27

Aspen Estate Could Become the Most Expensive Residence Ever Sold in the U.S.

What could become the most expensive home ever sold in the U.S. just hit the market—and, perhaps unsurprisingly, it’s in a ski town. Listed by the Californian

Skiing News / Powder / August 27

Despite Workforce Challenges, Northwest Avalanche Center Leads Successful Season

Washington and Oregon’s Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), led a successful season despite tumult in the federal workforce as detailed in a report with statistics and insight from the winter of 2024 and 2025.

Dining at 11,500 Feet? Arizona Snowbowl Serves Five-Course Meal on Mountain Gondola

Most skiers have eaten in the gondola, cobbling together quick meals that consist of energy drinks, espresso, and protein bars. Then, a few minutes later, they’re back on the slopes and fueled up to ski for a few more hours.

POWDER Gear Guide: 2025/26 K2 Freeride Skis and Boots

Powder aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. With summer winding down and stoke rising, another ski brand released their newest wares to the public.

Killington Auctioning Historic Gondola Cabins for Charity

Ever wanted to own a piece of Killington history? Or just wanted your very own gondola cabin? Now you have the chance to for both- Killington is auctioning off cabins from their historic Skyeship gondola.

Feet of Snow Bury Chilean Ski Resort Portillo

The end of the South American ski season may be on the horizon, but that hasn’t stopped Mother Nature from giving skiers another taste of winter. Over the past week, a storm rolled through Chile and Argentina, depositing plenty of fresh powder.

Old Farmer's Almanac Predicts "Mild" and "Wet" Canadian Winter

As the ski season approaches, the Old Farmer’s Almanac has shared its 2025-2026 North American winter forecast maps, including one that provides a preview of Canada’s weather in December and beyond.

Meet Binny, Palisades Tahoe's Newest Avy Dog

With ski season soon approaching, Palisades Tahoe, California has added a key member to their ski patrol unit, namely, a new avalanche dog. Binny, which is short for Bingtang, is the newest pup to join the Palisdes Tahoe Avalanche Dog team, along with his handler Jonathan.

"Get Your Snow Shovels Ready"—Old Farmer's Almanac Reveals Winter 25/26 Forecast

Ladies and gentlemen, skiers and snowboarders, snow lovers and haters alike, the time has come—The Old Farmer's Almanac has released its Winter 2025/26 forecast map today, August 26, 2025.