The 2021 Winter Gear Guide
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This is the place where we help serious athletes discover the best gear from top brands across the ski world. Our goal is to connect you with the stuff that will make you the fastest, strongest, most stylish ski racer out there. This year, we worked closely with our favorite brands to uncover the best and provide you with exclusive access and insight on what to look out for this season.
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Odermatt Adds Super-G Gold to World Championship Collection
Marco Odermatt delivered a masterclass in Saalbach, dominating the Men's Super-G at the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships. The Swiss star attacked the course with fearless speed, building an untouchable 1.15-second lead that secured his first Super-G World Championship title. Austria’s Raphael Haaser thrilled the home crowd with a silver-medal performance, while Norway’s Adrian Smiseth Sejersted claimed his first career World Championship podium with bronze. The world’s best tried to challenge Odermatt’s time, but by the end of the race, the podium remained unchanged—his run stood as the defining performance of the day.
Saalbach 2025 Men’s Super-G: Preview, Top Contenders, and How to Watch
The Saalbach 2025 Men’s Super-G promises high-speed action as the world’s best skiers battle for gold on the demanding Zwölferkogel course. Marco Odermatt, the season’s top-ranked racer, leads a deep field, while defending world champion James Crawford looks to defend his title after a strong Kitzbühel downhill win. Vincent Kriechmayr, a two-time world champion, returns from injury, and Mattia Casse, Fredrik Møller, and Stefan Rogentin have all proven they can contend. With only one run to decide the champion, the race will come down to who takes the most risk and executes under pressure.
Venier Takes Gold; Macuga Earns Bronze in Women’s Super-G
In a thrilling Women's Super-G at the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria, Stephanie Venier clinched gold for the host nation, while Federica Brignone secured silver. The bronze medal was shared by Norway's Kajsa Vickhoff Lie and American Lauren Macuga, both finishing with identical times.
Saalbach Women’s Super-G: Top Athletes, Course Challenges & How to Watch
Saalbach 2025 Women's Super-G Preview The highly anticipated Women's Super-G at the 2025 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships takes place on February 6 in Saalbach, Austria. Athletes will face the challenging Zwölferkogel course, known for its steep terrain, high-speed sections, and demanding jumps. With defending world champion Marta Bassino, recent winners Lara Gut-Behrami, Federica Brignone, and Kajsa Vickhoff Lie, along with Lauren Macuga, who claimed her first World Cup victory this season, the race promises fierce competition. The U.S. and Canada bring a mix of experience and emerging stars, while six nations have multiple contenders ranked in the World Cup’s top 15.
SYNC Independent Athlete Stef Fleckenstein Gives Insight on the Mental Game of Ski Racing
Stef Fleckenstein, a SYNC Independent Athlete, has faced the toughest challenges in alpine ski racing. She remains determined to return to the World Cup circuit, and her approach to mental resilience offers valuable lessons for any athlete.
“I am living the dream” Ljutíc Victorious in Courchevel, Shiffrin’s Remarkable Return to Top 10
Zrinka Ljutíc dominates the Courchevel night slalom. Sara Hector achieves 2nd, Lena Dürr in 3rd. Mikaela Shiffrin returns with a top 10!
