Are Ski Lift Accidents on the Rise? A Look at This Year’s Catastrophic Failures
While lift accidents have historically been rare and isolated events, this season has seen several incidents make national headlines. And these failures haven’t been restricted to just one lift type, one company, or even one country.
Epic Passes Debut for 2025-26 With Higher Prices; Verbier 4 Vallées Joins Local Pass
Access will remain similar to last year, meaning Epic’s terms will likely continue to undercut its main competitor, the Ikon Pass, although prices have increased across all levels of passes.
How the American Opioid Epidemic Shaped Vail Resorts’ Rise
The American opioid epidemic is among the most devastating public health issues in recent history. But it also had a huge impact on the state of the North American ski industry—and Vail Resorts’ dominance today.
Has Utah Skiing Reached Its Breaking Point?
Severe overcrowding and high-profile operational crises have left many vacationers wondering whether Utah skiing and riding is worth it anymore.
What’s New at Every Destination Ski Resort: 2024-25
Over the past few years, ski resorts have absolutely exploded with new investments. And this upcoming season is perhaps the craziest one yet—across the North American ski scene, more than 50 major ski resorts are in for some sort of serious upgrade.
Vail Resorts Financials Unpacked: Fiscal Year 2024
Is Vail Resorts still an industry leader, or is this mega-corporation on the decline? We take a look at the company’s Fiscal Year 2024 financials to find out.
Epic vs. Ikon vs. Mountain Collective vs. Indy: Which Should You Choose?
With Ikon Pass prices going up after April 14—and the chance to secure Epic Pass buddy tickets expiring after April 10—we’ve compiled all you need to know to make a decision on your next multi-resort pass product.
Epic Passes Debut for 2024-25 With Minimal Changes and Higher Prices
Access will remain similar to last year, meaning Epic’s terms will likely continue to undercut its main competitor, the Ikon Pass, although prices have increased across all levels of passes.
Skiing and the Environment: These Are the Resorts Leading the Sustainability Charge
Today’s winter sports world emits a significant carbon footprint, but several leading resorts are looking to change that.
The 10 Highest Ski/Snowboard Lesson Prices In North America: 2023-24
Learning how to ski or snowboard has never been cheap, but at the most prestigious destinations, this season’s lesson costs approach an entirely new tier of insanity.