Don’t miss your chance to snag the 25/26 Ikon Pass before sales end on December 11! This season, explore 73 global destinations, including the stunning Megève Ski Area in France, now part of the Ikon Pass community.
Joan Verdú opens up about new skis, summer training, youth camps, and the mindset driving him into the Olympic season. Click the image to read the full profile.
Aleksander Aamodt Kilde is hopeful he’ll return to racing in Thursday’s Copper Mountain super-G, but he won’t make the final decision until tomorrow.
Mikaela Shiffrin closed the Gurgl slalom with a masterclass, while Paula Moltzan and Laurence ST-Germain delivered major second-run moves. Click for the full race report.
Shiffrin controlled the first run in Gurgl on a cold morning filled with DNFs, big gaps, and high-bib surprises. Click for the full report.
Lara Gut-Behrami suffered a serious knee injury in a training crash in Copper Mountain, and early reports point to torn ligaments. Here’s what we know so far — and what it could mean for her final season.
Colorado Mountain College’s alpine team was nearly shut down, but a powerful surge of community support has pushed the Skigles back into contention. With another $500,000 needed by June, the comeback effort is racing ahead.
Mikaela Shiffrin opened the Olympic slalom season with a dominant win in Levi, sweeping both runs. Lara Colturi charged to second on her 19th birthday, and Emma Aicher claimed her first World Cup slalom podium. Paula Moltzan surged 15 places with the second-fastest run to finish fourth.
Mikaela Shiffrin opened the Olympic slalom season with a commanding first run in Levi as high-bib racers surged into the top 30. Full results, surprises, and who qualified for run two are inside.
U.S. Ski & Snowboard has stepped back from the Surfing NGB selection process. The article explains why and outlines what comes next for the federation.
With less than 100 days until the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, experience the thrill of world-class skiing in pure luxury. On Location’s Official Hospitality packages deliver guaranteed tickets, five-star accommodations, and unforgettable alpine moments.
The world’s fastest ski racers return to Copper Mountain this Thanksgiving weekend for the Stifel Copper Cup presented by United Airlines. Fans can experience Olympic-level action at this free Audi FIS World Cup event while supporting local athletes — every VIP ticket purchased with code TEAMSUMMIT contributes directly to Team Summit Colorado’s youth programs.
Race Place founder and BEAST creator Scott Holmer is remembered for his innovation, mentorship, and lasting impact on generations of ski racers.
Apex2100 International Ski Academy is seeking a dynamic Development Fund Director to build and lead the new Apex Development Fund — supporting athlete scholarships, performance innovation, and global skiing excellence. This is a rare opportunity to design and deliver a fundraising strategy from the ground up, driving over £1M in donor engagement within the first year.
More than a year after his devastating crash in Wengen, Aleksander Aamodt Kilde is preparing to return to Colorado, where he’ll train with the Norwegian team ahead of a possible World Cup comeback at Beaver Creek. His recovery has been long and painful, but his determination—and cautious optimism—remain unshaken.
One year after 19-year-old Italian ski racer Matilde Lorenzi died in a training crash, prosecutors in Bolzano have reopened the case as a formal criminal investigation. The inquiry names two suspects.
High above the Arctic Circle, Levi Ski Resort has mastered the art of early-season racing. Through cutting-edge snow farming, community dedication, and a decade of innovation, the Finnish venue continues to deliver world-class conditions for the Levi World Cup—long before winter fully arrives elsewhere.
On Halloween day, Copper Mountain delivered perfect snow and pure energy as SSCV, CU, MSU, Team Summit, and SSWSC athletes kicked off their early-season training. See the photo slideshow capturing the day’s fun and focus.
Marco Odermatt disagrees with Aamodt Kilde’s call to slow down World Cup downhills, ties Marc Girardelli’s 46 wins, and headlines Sölden’s dramatic season opener
Race Place proudly celebrates our 2025–26 Cover Contest Winners — Dylan Schemenauer and Jameson Pfeister! These two standout athletes represent the grit, passion, and perseverance that define the ski racing community. From late starts to comeback stories, their journeys capture what makes our sport so special.
Winter has officially arrived! The 25/26 Ikon Pass season kicked off as Arapahoe Basin, Colorado, became the first mountain to open its lifts on October 26, 2025. With new destinations in Canada, Europe, and Asia, plus app and on-mountain upgrades, Ikon Pass holders are in for their biggest season yet.
Austria’s Julia Scheib stormed into the lead after the first run in Sölden’s season-opening giant slalom. The Stifel U.S. Ski Team surged into contention with Paula Moltzan second, Mikaela Shiffrin sixth, and Katie Hensien ninth as three Americans landed inside the top 10.
Marcel Hirscher’s long-awaited comeback will have to wait. The eight-time overall World Cup champion, now racing for the Netherlands, has withdrawn from Sunday’s Sölden opener due to illness after a strong recovery from last season’s knee injury.
Alterra Mountain Company is partnering with Responder Alliance to launch a three-year initiative enhancing mental well-being and stress resilience for ski patrollers and heli-guides across North America. The program equips teams with cutting-edge training to support themselves, each other, and guests on the mountain.
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