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• Watch: The Different Ways Avalanche Dogs Jump Off Chairlifts

  19-04-2023 22:49 via powder.com
  
  There's a lot going on in skiing right now, from the rise of mega passes to questions about resorts' spring operations.These issues are complicated, multi-faceted, and rarely have a clear-cut solution. While essential to address, sometimes it's nice to ease the foot off the gas and train your attention on something simpler, like avalanche dogs:@palisadestahoe The Palisades Avalanche Dogs unloading Red Dog 🤩 ♬ original sound - Palisades Tahoe - Palisades Tahoe This clip felt like th
  
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• Study Finds Colorado Skiers Over Hype How Many Days They Actually Ski Each Season

  19-04-2023 22:11 via powder.com
  
  In the fall, as winter stoke reaches a maximum, we skiers talk big about our plans for the upcoming season, listing off possible trips, new gear purchases, and the number of days we plan to spend skiing.Truth is, though, a large portion of us aren't great at guessing the number of days we'll get in each winter. Learn more below.As an avid skier, this comes as no surprise. At the outset of this season, I remember telling a friend that I was shooting for 60 days on the hill or in the backcountry.
  
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• They're Still Skiing Knee-Deep Powder In Canada (Watch)

  19-04-2023 21:37 via powder.com
  
  My nose is still peeling from my springtime closing-day sunburn.Yet, elsewhere in North America, at Lake Louise Ski Resort, Alberta, the snow hasn't let up. Check out this upload for some late-season pow-shredding action. @skilouise Yesterday was a POWfect day! With 47cm in the last 24 hours we are having the time of our lives. 🗓️ April 17 #skilouise #lakelouise #justlakeit♬ original sound - Ｐａｓｔｅｌ Utah and California, you had y
  
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• Crystal Extends Season With Bonus Weekeends, Locals Upset With Lift Operations Plan

  19-04-2023 20:49 via powder.com
  
  Pacific Northwest resorts are on a streak of upsetting some locals with altered spring operations. Alpental, Washington, caused a minor stir by closing early for construction projects, and Whistler Blackcomb drew criticism when they decided to stop running the Blackcomb Gondola during weekdays. Now, Crystal Mountain, Washington, is creating similar frustrations. While they recently announced that they would remain open until May 21st, the planned lift offerings didn't meet everyone's expect
  
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• Video: East Coast Skiers Don't Need Snow To Have Fun

  19-04-2023 20:44 via powder.com
  
  Hello, friends. This your daily reminder that East Coast skiers are the best skiers in the world.Oh, don't believe me? Just watch these rowdy kids tear up closing day at a ski resort in the northeast. Do you think a spoiled westerner could do this? No [email protected] S K IT H EE A S T 💪 ….where grass is very fast 💨 #SkiTheEast #ski #skiing #skitok #fyp #foryoupage #springski ♬ Time of the Season - The Zombies Snow? Who needs it?Ice? No problem.Grass? Is it fast?
  
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• Video: Skier's New Trick Leaves Internet Perplexed- What Should We Call It?

  19-04-2023 19:56 via powder.com
  
  Andri Ragetli is a Swiss freestyle skier that is known for doing big aerial stunts. He's also known for doing weird training videos involving parkour, but that's for another article.Watch as Ragettli hits a big jump and lays down a trick that's left the internet perplexed. What do you even call this?@andriragettli Scary new one!🥵 how would you call that trick? Thanks @Real Madrid C.F. for new shirt!🙏 @Swatch Nines#fyp #TikTok #Crazy #halamadrid♬ original sound - The Realist
  
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• Watch: Skier 'Explodes' Trying To Show Off Under The Chairlift

  19-04-2023 19:31 via powder.com
  
  Skiing under the chairlift is one of the most exhilarating feelings in the world. You suddenly feel the immense pressure of dozens of eyes watching you from up above, and adrenaline starts to pump through your veins. It's your time to shine.Watch what happens when Alex Horn let the moment get him just a little bit too amped up...@alexwhorn Blew up under the lift 👹 #nascar #ski #fail #crash #big #fullsend #welovinit♬ original sound - Horn Don't worry. You can laugh. I know I did.It'
  
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• Video: Trevor Kennison Shows Off With Big Backflip

  19-04-2023 18:54 via powder.com
  
  Trevor Kennison, an adaptive pro skier, is back to throwing big backflips after suffering a slew of injuries in an incident at Sugarbush, VT earlier this season.Watch as he shows off for the crowd at Winter Park Resort, Colorado:I can't quite put my finger on it, but it's so satisfying to watch adaptive/sit-skiers flip. It's almost as if it shouldn't be physically possible and that's why I want more and more.Kennison is leading the charge amongst freestyle adaptive skiers. His celebrity will sur
  
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• Watch: Skier Panics Mid-Air As Rock Appears Out Of Nowhere

  19-04-2023 18:15 via powder.com
  
  Some people enjoy skiing unfamiliar resorts by themselves. There's an exciting feeling of discovery and exploration as you navigate the slopes of a new place for the first time.On the other hand, things like what you're about to watch in the video below can happen all too easily. Skip ahead to the :30 mark to get right to the action:@matthis_aura Close call from today 😬 #skiing #voss #norway🇳🇴 #snow #crash #fail #rock #slush #spring #mountain♬ original sound - matth
  
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• Utah Ski Resort Crosses Major Milestone In Season Of A Lifetime

  19-04-2023 17:27 via powder.com
  
  Deer Valley Resort, UT isn't known for getting a ton of snow, but this season has been anything but ordinary.The resort just shared that they've officially hit 600 inches of total snow on the season, a milestone that seemed impossible.With 2 inches of snowfall overnight, #DeerValley has officially reached 600 inches of snow this season. This record-breaking achievement wouldn't have been possible without the hard work and dedication of our staff, and the support of our valued guests. pic.twitter
  
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• Powder Review: Trew Le Skieur LW Anorak and Bibs

  19-04-2023 16:47 via powder.com
  
  In a NutshellTrew’s LW kit takes a different approach to high-output backcountry touring apparel, and offers a unique set of strengths and compromises that will really appeal to some skiers.
  Trew Le Skieur LW AnorakSize Tested: LargeMaterials: 3L7D: Ultralight LW 3L fabrication with mechanical stretch and 7d circular knit backing/liningStated Waterproofing/Breathability: 20,000mm Waterproof / 30,000gr/sm BreathablePockets: Large left side chest pocket, right side phone pocket, arm pass poc
  
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• Powder Skiers Rejoice As Palisades Tahoe Eclipses All-Time Snow Record

  19-04-2023 16:00 via powder.com
  
  Here it is ladies and gentlemen, the moment we've all been waiting for! Palisades Tahoe, CA has officially passed their all-time snow record for a single season.A whopping 710 inches of snow has fallen on the resort this year, and there's still two and a half months left of skiing and riding!@palisadestahoe ❄️ SNOWIEST SEASON TO DATE ❄️ Today we surpassed 2016/17 for the snowiest season to date (November - April) with 710 INCHES‼️ ♬ original sound -
  
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• Whistler Responds To Intense Backlash Over Spring Lift Operations

  19-04-2023 14:59 via powder.com
  
  Whistler Blackcomb, BC faced criticism from locals and vacationers on Monday, April 17th for slashing spring skiing lift operations. You can read more about that in our story here.The resort responded late last night with a lengthy social media post explaining the lift closures, and apologized for not being transparent about why the closures were made. The full post is embedded below. Keep scrolling for our breakdown.The most important part of this post is the apology and the long explanation as
  
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• Watch: Juggling Skier Mesmerizes Chairlift Audience

  19-04-2023 00:00 via powder.com
  
  Doing a 360 on skis is one thing, but have you tried a 360 while juggling?This skier somehow got this outlandish maneuver dialed, easily pulling off the juggling 360. See it below. Now, I'm generally skeptical about getting behind truly outlandish ski maneuvers. After all, there's a reason that ski ballet went the way of the Dodo. But this is just too impressive to criticize. Skiing, for the most part, is about total body coordination, eschewing hand-eye coordination. Yet, the Teton Ju
  
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