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Just because you’ve driven back to the city, doesn’t mean the après has to end. That’s the mantra of Colorado-based ski and snowboarder manufacturer Meier, at least.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 11

The Biggest Event in Women's Snowboarding Is Happening Right Now

The most important weekend in women’s snowboarding is here. The Uninvited has returned to Woodward Park City from April 10 through 13, 2025. More than 70 elite riders from across the world will battle it out for a $60,000 prize purse.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 10

Four Mountains, a Wedding, and a Funeral: An East Coast Road Trip to Remember

It was the end of January, and I had a wedding and a funeral to attend. The two events were incredibly important in their own rights. First up was the funeral – more of a celebration of life, truly – for my grandfather.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 10

Teenager Passes Away at Oregon Ski Resort

A teenager died at Mt. Bachelor on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 after he crashed into a tree while snowboarding. The 13-year-old boy was from Anacortes, Washington.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 9

Review: ThirtyTwo's Lashed Fava Snowboard Boots

At the end of 2023, I walked into Edge of the World snowboard shop in Banner Elk, North Carolina and tried on a medley of boots. The ThirtyTwo Lashed was by far the most comfortable, but they didn’t have my size, so I went home without purchasing a pair.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 8

This Resort in the Midwest Aims to Be Open for Memorial Day Weekend

As some ski areas are shutting down operations across the country, one mountain in the Midwest has the goal of Memorial Day Weekend in mind. Boyne Mountain in Michigan is running its lifts on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 8

A Snowboarder Has Died at a Maine Resort

An incident at Sugarloaf Mountain has led to the death of a snowboarder. The rider died after an incident around 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Spokesperson Jessica Sechler confirmed the news to the Portland Press Herald.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 7

Sale of Oregon's Largest Ski Resort Paused "Indefinitely"

Mt. Bachelor is not for sale. Anymore. The Oregon resort was put on the market in 2024 by its parent company POWDR Corp. That plan is no longer, after spokesperson Stacey Hutchinson says the company plans to retain the resort indefinitely, according to Oregon Public Broadcasting.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 7

Ski Area in Washington Reverses Controversial Parking Policy

Sometimes, the squeaky wheel really does get the grease. When a ski area East of Seattle announced the introduction of parking reservations for the 2025-2026 season, people were not stoked.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 4

Chloe Kim Takes Anime Fandom to New Level as Upcoming Award Presenter

At the end of March, Chloe Kim capped off an already-impressive contest season with her third halfpipe world title. At the end of May, she’ll head to Japan, but not to ride powder.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 3

Zeb Powell Has Officially Joined Michael Jordan's Brand

Zeb Powell is joining the Jordan Brand. It’s a move that’s been teased out since January, when Powell appeared at the X Games knuckle huck contest with several snowboards and a sweatshirt that featured the Jumpman logo.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 3

The Snow League's Docuseries is Live on YouTube

When The Snow League inked a broadcast deal with NBC Sports, the thing that excited Shaun White was the storytelling potential. Snowboarding had gone too long without its own docuseries, similar to Drive to Survive or Full Swing on Netflix.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 3

$40 Lift Tickets Announced for Colorado Resort's Closing Week

Colorado's Monarch Mountain is extending its season, and tickets are cheap. The ski area just 45 minutes east of Gunnison saw a surplus of snow at the end of March, and is celebrating by offering lift tickets for just $39. Discounted tickets will be available from April 7-13, 2025.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 2

Jeff Keenan to be Honored at Memorial Banked Slalom Event

A banked slalom will be held at Mt. Seymour, BC in honor of Jeff Keenan, Alex Pashley, and Jason Remple on April 13, 2025. The banked slalom is to honor the lives of beloved members of the snowboarding and skiing community, and will not be timed.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 2

Aspiring Firefighter Dies While Snowboarding in California

A 25-year-old snowboarder died while snowboarding at Kirkwood Resort, California this past Saturday, March 29, 2025. Corona, California resident Roman Lacayo died of an apparent head injury, the Bay Area’s NBC station reported.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / April 1

Chloe Kim Win Halfpipe World Title Despite "Cute Lil Menty B"

After a two-hour weather delay, Chloe Kim was able to figure things out after battling some frustrations during practice to take home the 2025 FIS Halfpipe World Championship.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / March 31

Heavy Ice Forced Killington to Temporarily Close Slopes

The beast of the east was reduced to a whimper on Sunday, March 30, 2025, thanks to a power outage. Downed power lines, trees, and overnight icing forced Killington to halt operations on Sunday after a power outage left the mountain unsafe for visitors, the resort said in a Facebook post.

Snowboarding News / SNOWBOARDER / March 31