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The town of Nederland, Colorado, announced on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 that it had signed a letter of intent to purchase the nearby Eldora Mountain from its current owners, POWDR Corp., marking a significant step towards local ownership of the ski resort.

Skiing News / Powder / July 8

Summer Blizzard Blankets the Alps

Old man Winter paid a quick visit to the Alps this week. Several places in Europe saw more than a few inches of snow as a result of a freak July blizzard. Stelvio Pass, which divides Switzerland from Italy on its northern border, saw a few inches of snow on and around the top of the pass.

Skiing News / Powder / July 8

"Miracle" Avalanche Rescue Captured on Camera

A video captured the dramatic rescue of a couple near Ushuaia, Argentina, who had been buried in an avalanche. The video, shared by Tripin Argentina and a local rescue group on social media, documented three mountaineers as they dug through the snow to reach the buried travelers.

Skiing News / Powder / July 8

The 6 Best Après-Ski Drinks: From Beloved to Controversial

The title might say "best" après drinks, but perhaps a more appropriate descriptor would be "iconic," "memorable" or even "gross." Whether you prefer a

Skiing News / Powder / July 8

Neon Night Skiing Coming to Mammoth? Chris Benchetler Teases Possibility

If you've seen Chris Benchetler's 2019 film, Fire on the Mountain, or any of the teasers he's dropped for his upcoming project, Mountains of the Moon, odds are you've had the thought 'dang that looks fun.' After all, who wouldn't want to ski under neon lights at one of the most iconic ski resorts in the world, Mammoth Mountain, California?

Skiing News / Powder / July 8

The Telemark Newschool Goes Jaded

At first I thought it couldn’t be. The nascent new movement in telemark, with its film tours, light-hearted social media presence and hip, youthful style, seemed too fresh to already find itself resigned to that hard-to-thrill indifference of adulthood.

Skiing News / Powder / July 8

The 7 Best Ski Horror Movies of All Time

Skiers are awash in video content. Yearly movies, Instagram reels, long-form documentaries, shorter edits—if your goal is to watch a well-produced mountain adventure, you have plenty of options.

Skiing News / Powder / July 8

Chris Benchetler and Kimmy Fasani Lead July 4 Parade

Local professional snowsports athletes Kimmy Fasani and Chris Benchetler led the Mammoth Lakes, California, Independence Day parade as grand marshalls.

Skiing News / Powder / July 7

Timberline’s Bike Park Opens in Only a Few Days

Later this week, Mt. Hood will transform into a multi-sport paradise when the bike park at Timberline Lodge, Oregon, opens for the summer. Weather permitting, the bike park will open on Wednesday, July 9th.

Skiing News / Powder / July 7

Firework Accident Leaves Three Injured at Maine Ski Resort

Three pyrotechnics workers were injured Saturday when a fireworks show malfunctioned at Sunday River Resort, Maine, local officials said. According to the Office of the State Fire Marshal, the incident occurred at approximately 9:15 p.m.

Skiing News / Powder / July 7

New England's Newest Lift-Served Bike Park Opens

July 4 is usually about fireworks, but at Sugarloaf, Maine, the holiday and long weekend also saw the opening of New England’s newest lift-served bike park.

Skiing News / Powder / July 7

The "Scariest" Run of Freeride Champ Marcus Goguen's Life

Almost every skier has their personal “scariest run.” Maybe it involved ice, moguls, and a chute that was a little too small. Or the exposure was enough to make your head spin.

Skiing News / Powder / July 6

7 Times POWDER Proved It Was More Than a Ski Magazine

POWDER, as its name implies, is about skiing, hence the catchphrase: The Skier’s Magazine. That distinction was less concrete and more nominal in the past, though.

Skiing News / Powder / July 6

5 Legendary Ski Brands That Have Stood the Test of Time

Ski brands come and ski brands go, especially in an ever-changing and volatile market. Many ski brands started out with the most humble of roots, usually from small wood or plastic manufacturers who were making skis on the side before diving in headfirst to snow sports hard goods.

Skiing News / Powder / July 5

The Funniest Ski Gear of the 1980s

The 1980s may be one of skiing’s most distinct eras. The decade saw the release of classic films like Hot Dog and The Blizzard of Aahhh’s. The sometimes confusing slopeside fashion choices were inspired, colorful, and over-the-top.

Skiing News / Powder / July 4

Happy Independence Day, Skiers

Happy 4th of July, skiers. It’s true. Pairing Independence Day with skiing is possible—if you live in the right place or don’t mind going on a road trip.

Skiing News / Powder / July 4

The 8 Most Revolutionary Skis That Changed the Game

These days, it seems like ski technology has hit a bit of a ceiling despite the fact that brands seem to be able to put out all kinds of new, weird technology each year.

Skiing News / Powder / July 3

Revisiting Sam Kuch's Breakout Segment Six Years Later

Not so long ago, Sam Kuch was heralded as an unknown but promising up-and-comer. Now, the Canadian skier is a household name, with major film shoots and high-profile sponsorships under his belt. For Kuch, one early moment of ski industry visibility came when Matchstick Productions released the film Return to Send'er in 2019.

Skiing News / Powder / July 3

Mission Ridge, WA Lays Out 'Homegrown' Expansion Plan

Washington's Mission Ridge is planning its glow up. The ski area, which has been around since 1966, is planning an expansion of not just the ski area, but the resort's recreation offering and on site amenities.

Skiing News / Powder / July 3

American Ski Resort Company Plans To Expand Reach in Chile

On Wednesday, the Durango-based company Mountain Capital Partners announced plans to become the controlling shareholder of Andacor S.A., which owns several ski areas in South America, including some in Chile’s famed Tres Valles region.

Skiing News / Powder / July 3

The Scarpa 4-Quattro Pro Will Send Your Light Boots to the Thrift Store

Powder aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Above 13,000 feet when the clouds rolled in, after I just watched my partner lower himself down the first 300 feet of the couloir on his axe, I started to wish I’d brought a heavier boot.