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• Sugarbush, VT Opening for Surprise Bonus Ski Day

  02-05-2024 22:54 via powder.com
  
  Sugarbush Resort, VT just issued a 'Bonus Day' alert to Instagram, writing, "we just couldn't help ourselves... sunny and 60 degrees tomorrow was too good to pass up."This was the final weekend, no matter what, for the resort, but now, skiers have one extra day (Friday) due to the current conditions. Plus, with the golf course opening and the Derby de Mayo both this weekend, things are shaping up for a great spring weekend. See below.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Sugarbush, Ve
  
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• Vail Resorts Buys Swiss Ski Resort for $120MM+

  02-05-2024 21:07 via powder.com
  
  Today, Vail Resorts—the conglomerate purveyors of the Epic Pass—officially purchased Crans-Montana Mountain Resort, a Swiss ski resort. The planned acquisition was first announced this past November.The Crans-Montana village.@ Didier Marti/Getty Images"We are thrilled to add Crans-Montana Mountain Resort as our second owned and operated ski area in Switzerland," said Kirsten Lynch, chief executive officer of Vail Resorts. The conglomerate also owns Andermatt-Sedrun
  
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• Has Skiing Become Too Complicated?

  02-05-2024 19:43 via powder.com
  
  As usual, I arrived at Montana Snowbowl late, maneuvering my car through the mostly empty, dust-caked parking lot. The forecast hinted that the upper mountain might be skiing well, but it was late in the season, and the rest of Missoula had moved on to different, more seasonally appropriate pass times. The lift line for the Grizzly Chair was desolate. From there, I sped to LaVelle, where I found—surprise!—that the forecast hadn’t lied for once this season. Unrestrained by
  
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• The Snowiest Ski Resorts of Winter '23/'24

  02-05-2024 17:54 via powder.com
  
  For many ski resorts across the West, "weird" wasn't the half of it, with the first portion of winter proving to be, well, not great. In December, some skiers worried 2023-2024 would be a dud. Then, it started snowing. A lot. By the end of March, ski resorts in Utah, Wyoming, and Colorado were touting impressive snowfall totals.Countless other snow stories played out in 2023 and 2024: The Nor'Easter that barrelled through the East this spring, delivering late-season powder days. The rainy Pacifi
  
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• Review: Mammut Haldigrat HS Women

  02-05-2024 17:00 via powder.com
  
  Powder aims to feature only the best products and services.If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.In a nutshellMammut’s Haldigrat hardshell kit is light enough for climbing and robust enough to protect you from the elements on cold days or big descents. SpecsHaldigrat Air HS Hooded Jacket - WomenSize tested: Small Materials: Polyamide spandex blend Stated waterproofing / breathability: Pertex shield air membrane Weight: 430 gPockets: two chest pockets, zippered
  
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• May Blizzard Intensifying, Multiple Feet of Snow Forecasted Across The West

  02-05-2024 16:44 via powder.com
  
  Don't take out those mountain bikes just yet. Winter hasn't had its final say.A relatively-cold storm system is developing in the west, and experts are forecasting upwards of two feet of snow for mountain peaks in California, Utah, Wyoming, and more through Wednesday, May 8th, 2024.Take a look at the projected 10 day snow totals for Alta Ski Area according to OpenSnow:Happy May, ya filthy animals! pic.twitter.com/gXDoowvhhg— Utah Daily Snow (@WasatchSnow) May 1, 2024
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• How to Avoid and Reduce the Symptoms of Altitude Sickness

  02-05-2024 11:00 via nytimes.com
  
  Headaches, nausea and insomnia can spoil a ski trip or trek, and in extreme cases, the thin air can even be dangerous. Here’s how you can reduce symptoms, and what warning signs to watch for.
  
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