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Find tips and information for your own skiing. Learn about ski passes, programs, resorts and the ski industry. General topics about skiing over the years. Plus how age impacts skiers.

Ski Pass options - SNOW Pass is new. Snow Triple Play expands. — Entrance to a gladed ski run at Gore Mountain, participant in Snow Triple Play and SNOW Pass

2 Ski Passes with Big News Today

Snow Triple Play expands their number of ski areas by 44% and Snow Pass is a new ski pass on the market. Both North American ski pass programs are offered by Snow Partners and go on sale September 8, 2026.

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Photo of skier going down mountain — Photo by Ben Koorengevel / Unsplash

Senior Savers- 2026-2027 Season Pass Rate News

New information and commonly asked questions for 2026-2027 senior ski pass rates. Mountain Collective plus NYSKI3 now offers a combined option for skiers 70 or older.

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Image of microphone captioned When pro ski racing was on the radio

When I interviewed Phil Mahre & Felix Belczyk

The Jeep King of the Mountain Downhill pro ski race at Sugarbush was broadcast live on the radio in 1998. I got to interview Phil Mahre and Felix Belczyk. The lead commentator was Ken Squier.

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Nervous skieer with caption choosing a ski pass shouldn't be scary. Find the right ski pass.

Choosing a Ski Pass for Next Season

The earlier your buy next year's ski season pass, the better the deal. The options between mega passes, regional passes and a single ski area can be overwhelming. Here's how to do your research and make the best decision on what's the best ski pass for you.

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Olympic Rings on top of Whilster Mountain — View of Olympic Rings at at Whistler, British Columbia, Canada

Olympics, Heroes, Idols and Inspirations

The Olympics bring us more than competition. In 2026 stories like MIkaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn captivate. Past competitors motivated generations of skiers. Ever said, "you totally Franzed it?" One skier reflects on the impact and anticipation of Olympic sport.

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Special Guest: Kathy Brennan, CEO of PSIA-AASI Eastern Region

Podcast 302: Back to (Ski) School with Kathy Brennan

Skiing with a pro helps assess your skiing and overcome challenges at any age. Instructors are trained to recognize disruptions to skiing common among seniors and help them. Many skiers find joy as instructors later in life. Kathy Brennan of PSIA-AASI Eastern Region is our Gold Skis Podcast guest.

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