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The Ikon Pass community is getting a digital upgrade this winter with the newly enhanced Ikon Pass mobile app, designed to simplify and elevate the mountain experience across 70+ destinations worldwide. With personalized destination pages, real-time stats, 3D maps, seamless payments, and friend tracking, the app makes skiing and riding more connected and effortless than ever.

Early Bird deals are live! Save on Ski and Snowboard Live’s All-Access pass or use Ski Racing Media’s Alpine code before the World Cup kicks off.

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.

Enter to win one of five Toko Boot Bags — the ultimate insulated and waterproof gear bag for skiers and coaches. Contest ends December 1, 2025, so don’t miss your chance to upgrade your race-day setup!

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

Freddy Carrick-Smith became the youngest British man in 44 years to start a World Cup giant slalom, finishing strong in his debut on the Sölden Glacier.

The University of Nevada Ski Team is hosting its annual Diamonds & Denim Gala on November 1, 2025 — a night uniting alumni, ski industry partners, and supporters to celebrate the Wolf Pack’s ski racing legacy and raise funds for the future of collegiate skiing.

Fresh Corduroy is back with Season 2 — featuring U.S. Ski & Snowboard CEO Sophie Goldschmidt and NorAm overall champion Annika Hunt in thoughtful conversations about skiing’s culture, mindset, and future.

One year after her passing, the Matilde Lorenzi Foundation launches a global charity auction for ski safety. Athletes from skiing, racing, and beyond have united to honor her legacy and fund prevention, education, and innovation for a safer future on snow.

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.

It’s been ten years since Bryce Astle and Ronnie Berlack’s tragic accident in Sölden. BRASS Avalanche continues turning loss into impact—educating skiers worldwide, expanding into Europe, and urging everyone to think snow safety before chasing powder.

With pink hair, fearless turns, and unstoppable energy, Lara Markthaler — South Africa’s “Pink Tornado” — is redefining what it means to be a ski racer, blending style, strength, and global flair on her rise toward the World Cup stage.

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.

Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt claimed victory in the men’s Giant Slalom at Sölden, edging Austria’s Marco Schwarz and Norway’s Atle McGrath. Challenging conditions and aggressive skiing made for a thrilling second run, while River Radamus was the lone North American in the top 30.

Fog briefly delayed the second run of the Sölden men’s giant slalom, but the clouds have lifted and racing is set to resume at 9:00 a.m. EDT / 6:00 a.m. PDT.