Denver snow show offers hope for salvaging a disappointing ski season
In November, sales of ski and snowboard gear and apparel were tracking toward another record, surpassing last year's best-ever $3.3 billion in sales. Then came the now-infamous December drought, in which few flakes flew for six weeks.
Lack Of December Snow Hurts Ski Gear Sales
The lack of December snow has hurt sales of ski and snowboard gear, according to a snow sports trade group.
Snowboard stolen
Another snowboard has been stolen from Horseshoe Resort, prompting police to remind outdoor enthusiasts to lock up their gear. Barrie OPP are investigating the theft of a custom Burton snowboard that was reported stolen at about 7:30 p.m.[...]
Kids gear up for ski and snowboard lessons
Although this has been a slow start to ski season, one of the more positive aspects regarding a lack of snow is it's been a perfect time to have your child learn how to ski or snowboard
Tahoe students surprised with snowboard gear by pro rider
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Professional snowboarder Jamie Anderson sponsored two young students from her home town of South Lake Tahoe this winter season with a surprise sponsorship.
Calgarian killed in snowboard crash as fiancee looked on
Horror took over a day of outdoor fun at CastleMountain Saturday afternoon, as a young woman may have watched her husband-to-be snowboard to his death.
Hot trends at the SIA Snow Show: freeride gear, puffy jackets, tricked-out accessories
Denver's 2012 SIA Snow Show, which ran January 26-29, brought together snow sports industry reps from around the globe with nearly 20,000 attendees and 900 brands on display. Top trends expected for the 2013 season include a slew of snowboarding freeride gear -- such as accessories with tricked-out digital features and waterproof down jackets.
ISPO awards best of the best in innovative sports gear
On Monday, Munich's massive sports trade show event ISPO announced its best-of winners for the most innovative new products of the year -- including aquatic-inspired skis, skateboard-inspired snowboard bindings, and a device that lets cyclists communicate with each other while pedaling at high speeds.
ISPO awards most innovative sports gear
Going on now in Munich, ISPO is one of the biggest events in the world for sports goods manufacturers and suppliers -- and the event recently unveiled its winners for most innovative new products.
Snowboarder hits tree stump, dies
Tragedy took over a day of outdoor fun at Castle Mountain Saturday afternoon, as a young woman may have watched her husband-to-be snowboard to his death.
