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Luca Carrick-Smith joins Dave Ryding, Billy Major, and Laurie Taylor at the start line in Sunday’s Levi World Cup slalom — a historic first for four British men.

Join Olympian Megan McJames and SYNC Performance for a special Copper World Cup weekend movie night featuring Trailblazer and Rogue Lines—two inspiring films celebrating courage, creativity, and the pursuit of dreams in alpine ski racing.

One year after cheering for her sister at Killington, 17-year-old Annika Hunt steps into her own World Cup start gate in Levi. The 2025 Overall NorAm Champion and new U.S. Ski Team member brings confidence, perspective, and a passion for the sport she’s grown up in.

In this edition of the TOKO Wax Room, Stifel U.S. Ski Team speed skier Sam Morse shares how a surprise rock strike forced him to hand-fix his skis with nothing but a file, a stone, and determination—proving that sometimes, it pays to go back to the basics.

Eccentric strength training helps young alpine skiers develop the control, stability, and power needed to perform at their best. By focusing on the muscle’s lengthening phase, it builds strength safely, improves joint stability, and enhances energy absorption—crucial for skiing’s high demands. When integrated into youth programs, it becomes a powerful foundation for long-term athletic development.

Discover your path to collegiate skiing and snowboarding! Join U.S. Ski & Snowboard, USCSA, and NCAA on November 20th for a free online information night designed to help athletes and parents navigate opportunities beyond high school competition.

Narvik, Norway — Despite Arctic storms, the 2029 World Championships venue is taking shape with new lifts, slopes, and a modern base area.

Ikon Pass and Mikaela Shiffrin are giving ski fans the chance of a lifetime — a trip to St. Moritz, Switzerland, to see the world’s best compete this December. Enter the Ski Hearter: Win Bigger giveaway for your shot at $15,000 in prizes and an unforgettable World Cup experience.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Julia Scheib ended Austria’s nine-year women’s GS drought with a home victory in Sölden. Paula Moltzan finished second, Mikaela Shiffrin fourth, and the Stifel U.S. Ski Team dominated — three in the top six and all North Americans in the top 20.

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.