A First Ski Descent in Chechnya's Final Frontier
Aaron Rolph's firsthand account of his descent on skis from the peak of Tebulosmta, and what it felt like to carve the first line on the Chechen Republic's largest mountain.
Europe Weekly Snow Roundup #301
Weekly Snow News for Europe, updated 12 February 2026: Metre-plus snow hits Italy and Pyrenees as heavy Alpine storms intensify.
North America Weekly Snow Roundup #301
Weekly Snow News for North America, updated 12 February 2026: Pacific systems return as Arctic cold grips the East.
Lake Louise Opens New Terrain
Lake Louise Ski Resort has marked a major moment in its evolution with the official opening of Richardson’s Ridge, a brand-new zone designed to give families, beginners, and progressing skiers more room to explore.
Japan Weekly Snow Roundup #301
Weekly Snow News for Japan, updated 12 February 2026: Deep bases persist with daily snowfall top-ups.
Snowiest Weather in the Pyrenees for 30 Years
French TV is reporting that the snowfall in the region so far this season is now the greatest reported in 30 years.
Tsubame Highland Lodge - Staying at the Wild Side of Myoko
Perched above Seki Onsen, Tsubame Highland Lodge is all about Japanese snow — endless storms, deep powder and a sense of winter done properly.
Gear Fixed To Help Save The Planet
Patagonia’s Worn Wear repair vehicles are on the road this winter, travelling to mountain towns with a repair team onboard offering free repairs on any brand of clothing.
Japan Weekly Snow Roundup #300
Weekly Snow News for Japan, updated 4th February 2026: Snowpack passes six metres at Seki Onsen as storms continue.
North America Weekly Snow Roundup #300
Weekly Snow News for North America, updated 4th February 2026: West remains dry and mild, while East and Midwest stay bitterly cold with storms.
Europe Weekly Snow Roundup #300
Weekly Snow News for Europe, updated 4th February 2026: Heavy snowfall boosts Pyrenees and southern Alps, while Scotland and Bulgaria enjoy improving midwinter conditions.
First-Ever FIS Freeride World Championships Are Go
The first ever FIS Freeride World Championships are officially confirmed to take place this Tuesday, February 3 in Andorra.