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The Telluride Ski Patrol Strike Is Over

A new contract has been accepted, and the ski patrol strike at Telluride Ski Resort, Colorado, is over, as reported by The Colorado Sun,TheDenver Post, and other local news outlets.

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"It's Not Possible at the Moment": Ski Racing Legend Calls Off Comeback Just Weeks Before Olympics

The ski racing legend Marcel Hirscher, who was mounting a comeback bid at 36 after his retirement of five years, is no longer shooting for this winter's Olympics.

Skiing News / Powder / January 9

"The Center of the Universe": Iconic Colorado Ski Lift Finally Opens for the Season

Arapahoe Basin’s famed Pallavicini Chair (Pali Chair) will open on Saturday, January 10, 2026, a welcome sign for Colorado skiers that the ski season, which got off to a slow start, is building some momentum in the New Year with fresh snow.

Skiing News / Powder / January 9

I Left Tahoe for My Old Home Mountain in Pennsylvania, It Was Lovely

Pulling my buff down, I shouted over the wind and chatter of fellow skiers at the top of Camelback Resort's Stevenson Express lift, "Want to ski 'Nile Mile' like the good ol' days?" My brother and mom shook their heads with approval.

Skiing News / Powder / January 9

Review: Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD BOA 115 W

When Atomic made the Hawx XTD boot series, they set out to make a true do-it-all boot for hard charging skiers who didn’t want to worry about multiple pairs of ski boots.

Skiing News / Powder / January 9

Alyeska To Host Affordable Avalanche Clinics Led by Three of the Best Female Skiers Ever

There are hundreds of opportunities to practice avalanche safety and learn about snow science, but if three of the best female skiers ever are hosting a clinic in Alyeska, Alaska, why not take advantage of it?

Colorado Avalanche News / Powder / January 9

Colorado Avalanche Forecasters Expand Free Backcountry Information Tools

The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) has expanded its trove of free avalanche information tools, aiming to make it easier for the public to

Skiing News / Powder / January 8

This Is It: Armada’s Standout Ski Movie 'Ornada' Gets One Last Surprise Premiere

Heard whispers of Armada’s new ski movie, Ornada, but missed your chance to see it with the live band? Thanks to a surprise announcement from Armada, skiers now have another shot.

Skiing News / Powder / January 8

Ahead of the Olympics, J.Crew Goes Vintage With U.S. Ski Team Collaboration

It’s a blast from the past. Via its three-year partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard, J.Crew has launched a line of ski apparel featuring bold colors,

Skiing News / Powder / January 8

Police Investigating Skier Death at Popular Colorado Ski Resort

Local authorities are investigating the death of a skier at Keystone Resort, Colorado, according to a news release shared by the Summit County Sheriff’s Office. Police said deputies responded after a report at about 12:20 p.m.

Skiing News / Powder / January 8

Review: Dynafit Blacklight 2.0 Ski Touring Boots

Powder aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. At this point, Dynafit is probably the longest-running player in the backcountry touring game, consistently pumping out bindings, skis, and boots for human-powered ski adventures since the 1980s.

Skiing News / Powder / January 8

Is Strava Good or Bad for Skiers and Outdoor Athletes?

In high school, I got hooked on running by joining the cross-country team. The buzz I felt after surviving another race—and then 20 more—kept me coming back.

Skiing News / Powder / January 7

Power Outage Shuts Down Major Washington Ski Resort Amid Winter Storm

As a major snowstorm bears down on Washington, one of the best-known ski resorts in the Seattle area, Stevens Pass, is dealing with a power outage. In an update published Wednesday morning, the ski resort announced that it doesn’t expect to open today, January 7, 2026.

Skiing News / Powder / January 7

About Five Feet of Snow Since Christmas: Winter Returns to Utah's Ski Resorts

It’s been a dry, agonizing start for Utah’s ski resorts and skiers, but the New Year is showing promise with local mountains reporting feet of snow during the last days of 2025 and the opening of 2026.

Skiing News / Powder / January 7

Skiers Hit the Slopes in Paris Amid Wintry Weather of "Rare Intensity"

This week, Paris transformed into a winter wonderland as snow fell, prompting flight cancellations, causing travel quagmires, and encouraging an unexpected local activity: skiing.

Skiing News / Powder / January 7

Candide Thovex Says This Incredible Day of Skiing Is "Mellow"

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Skiing News / Powder / January 7

FPV Drones Have Changed Skiing—Meet The Best Pilot In The World

This story originally appeared in the print magazine POWDER 2026 Photo Annual. Copies are still available while supplies last. Click here to get yours.

Skiing News / Powder / January 7

How To Win The Fingers Race at Palisades Tahoe, California

There are countless lines coveted by Palisades Tahoe skiers, but none is sexier than winning the Fingers Race on a classic KT-22 powder day. Professional skier Noah Gaffney is no stranger to winning the race.

Skiing News / Powder / January 7

The Legacy of Tunnel Creek and Skiing's Complicated History Grappling With Death

In December 2012, POWDER magazine released the fourth issue of its forty-first volume, marking the first full season of publication for the eminent title since the devastating, paradigm-shifting avalanche at Tunnel Creek, Washington, an event that fundamentally changed skiing.

Skiing News / Powder / January 6

Engagement Ring Drops 118 Feet, Ski Resort Employee Saves The Day

Boyne Mountain, known for being one of Michigan's most popular ski resorts, is celebrating one of its employees following a heroic effort that saved a newly-engaged couple's big day.

Skiing News / Powder / January 6

Surprise Powder Day Blankets Arapahoe Basin, Colorado With Needed Snow

It's no secret—the winter 25/26 season hasn't been ideal in Colorado. Arapahoe Basin Ski Area (A-Basin), known for having one of the longest seasons in the country, was able to kick things off on Sunday, October 26, 2025, but Mother Nature didn't exactly cooperate throughout November and December.

Skiing News / Powder / January 6

Teton Gravity Research's Origin Story Is As "Core" As It Gets

This story originally appeared in the print magazine POWDER 2026 Photo Annual. Copies are still available while supplies last. Click here to get yours.

Mikaela Shiffrin News / Women's Sports on ClutchPoints / January 5

Mikaela Shiffrin’s World Cup win streak broken right before 2026 Winter Olympic Games

Mikaela Shiffrin had been riding a hot streak that she’d hoped to take into next month’s Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games, but she unfortunately fell short of another win during the World Cup in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia.

Mikaela Shiffrin News / Field Level Media / January 4

Mikaela Shiffrin's streak in slalom ends

Mikaela Shiffrin finished in second place Sunday in the World Cup slalom event in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, snapping her streak of six consecutive wins in the discipline.

Lindsey Vonn News / Last Word On Sports / December 23

Lindsey Vonn’s Olympic Comeback: A Potential Ratings Lifeline for NBC’s 2026 Winter Games Coverage

As the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics approach in February, NBC executives have reason to celebrate: American skiing icon Lindsey Vonn, at age 41, has officially qualified for her fifth Olympic Games, delivering a compelling superstar storyline that could significantly boost viewership for the network’s broadcast.