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Steamboat Mountain School is thrilled to announce an exciting series of merit-based scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year, designed to celebrate and support exceptional students who excel in academics, athletics, and community engagement.

The 2024 Christmas season included a special event for Aleksander Aamodt Kilde. The World Cup speed specialist unveiled an honorary wall in the lodge at the Norwegian ski area where he and his family have enjoyed many weekends and holidays skiing together during most of his younger years.

Race day for a World Cup ski racer demands precision and teamwork, with the ski technician playing a pivotal role. From perfectly tuned skis for warm-ups to last-minute edge adjustments and pre-start rituals, every detail matters. Explore the behind-the-scenes process that ensures peak performance when it counts the most.

Diston Anti-Cut Shield teams up with the Ladies’ Ski Club out of Great Britain to bring optimal protection to female athletes on the slopes. 

French skier Cyprien Sarrazin is making encouraging progress after his severe crash during training on Bormio's Stelvio course. Following emergency surgery for a subdural hematoma, Sarrazin has left intensive care and is set to transfer to a hospital in Lyon. While his recovery offers hope, he is expected to miss the remainder of the 2024/25 season and aim for a return in 2025/26.

FIS recently declined a €400 million proposal from private equity firm CVC, choosing to prioritize its long-term mission over short-term financial gains. The offer, which lacked due diligence and a formal process, raised concerns about misaligned interests and financial risks. As a nonprofit focused on the development of snow sports, FIS demonstrated strategic caution, emphasizing its strong financial position and commitment to thoughtful stewardship of the sport’s future.

The Stelvio slope in Bormio is set to host the toughest men’s Olympic downhill in 30 years during the 2026 Games. Known for its icy terrain, steep gradients, and punishing length, the course has already tested World Cup racers with high-speed crashes and grueling conditions. Skiers are calling it a true fight for survival.

A men’s World Cup super-G began in dramatic fashion Sunday when the first skier, Switzerland's Gino Caviezel, crashed heavily on the Stelvio slope, which will host events at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

French skier Cyprien Sarrazin is awake and in stable condition following surgery on a head injury sustained during a crash in World Cup downhill training on Bormio’s Stelvio course. Sarrazin, last season’s downhill winner on the same slope, underwent an operation to drain a brain bleed and remains under observation. Italian skier Pietro Zazzi also crashed during training, breaking his tibia and fibula, and is recovering after surgery in Milan. Saturday’s downhill race was won by Swiss skier Alexis Monney, while the Stelvio course prepares to host men’s events for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics.

World Cup speed skier Sam Morse emphasizes the importance of proper ski maintenance. He notes that many skiers spend thousands on gear but only tune their skis once a winter, contrasting this lack of care with the frequent upkeep of expensive mountain bikes. Morse encourages skiers to view their skis as essential tools that deserve the same respect and attention, as properly tuned skis significantly enhance performance and enjoyment on the slopes.

The World Pro Ski Tour kicks off its 2025 season at Aspen Mountain on Jan. 10 with an action-packed weekend of dual slalom racing on the iconic Little Nell run. Featuring top athletes from around the globe, this thrilling event includes men’s and women’s head-to-head competitions, qualifiers, and exciting activities for fans.

French World Cup skier Cyprien Sarrazin suffered a severe head injury during a dramatic crash on the Stelvio downhill course in Bormio, Italy, Friday. Known for its demanding terrain, the course claimed Sarrazin after he landed hard off a roll and crashed through safety nets, prompting an airlift rescue. Diagnosed with a subdural hematoma, the Frenchman underwent emergency surgery, as confirmed by the French Ski Federation. Sarrazin had recorded the fastest training time just a day earlier and was eager to repeat his success from last season’s Bormio downhill. His crash has sparked renewed concerns over the icy, inconsistent conditions of this year’s course, with several racers criticizing its preparation and safety measures.

Learn how to keep your skis race-ready while traveling with FIS athlete Abishai Corey. From essential tools to step-by-step tuning tips, discover the secrets to maintaining sharp edges for top performance on any terrain.

After 23 years of exceptional leadership, Rowmark Ski Academy Director Todd Brickson is retiring. Learn more about Todd's legendary career.

Julia Scheib’s journey from a small Styrian ski hill to World Cup podiums embodies determination and resilience. After breaking Austria’s five-year giant slalom podium drought with third place in Sölden, Scheib now sets her sights on her home race in Semmering. Reflecting on her career, she acknowledges setbacks like injuries and DNFs but highlights her evolution into a consistent contender through focus and hard work. With ambitious goals, including the giant slalom globe, Scheib’s racing story inspires young skiers to dream big, persevere, and prove doubters wrong—one turn at a time.

Approaching her first World Cup race in nearly six years, Lindsey Vonn is back in her happy place. The 40-year-old feels stronger and better prepared to race than ever before.

In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, Matt and Alan had the opportunity to chat with the first and only British man to score a FIS World Cup downhill podium, Konrad Bartelski.

LISKI Sport Equipment is pleased to declare its expansion into the North American ski racing market. This growth of the LISKI Sport Equipment distribution and service framework is now operating from two new key locations. The United States base is situated in Boise, Idaho, in collaboration with Sun Valley Ski Tools, while the Canadian counterpart is at Fortynine51 in Collingwood, Ontario.