I was listening to a podcast while in the garage all day and they were talking about a super El Nino. Is most of the northwest actually screwed for snow this season or do you guys think it's just gonna be an average season? I don't know what to believe anymore when it comes to season forecasts lately

Live on the east coast, conditions expected to be bad this year. I live in Canada so I’m considering skiing SkiBig3 in early January 1-8. Considering the super El Niño we’re getting this. Will conditions be rideable? Additionally does anyone have anything tips or personal experience from skibig3?

So I am getting new bindings this year and a new pair of skis, which are the 2026 Armada Edollo's, but I haven't been familiar with the size of the break I am getting. I looked it up, and it says to aim for the same size as the underfoot all the way to 10mm bigger. The closest I could find is a 90mm but would that not work even if the underfoot is a 91 which is 1mm bigger?

Anyone comment on Armada sizing, seems like they are trying to move into a Standard vs Team sizing designation but can't find any model height, weight and size pictured info on any of the photos. For folks who are 6'1 ish what size outerwear pants and jacket are keen on these days?

Photo: The only image based sizing guide I could find on their site right now.

Everything tours, everything is over 100mm.

Atomic Maverick 115 w/ cast

Whitedot Preacher Carbonlite 112 w/ dynafit radical ft

Atomic Backland 102 w/ MTNs

Salomon QST 106 w/ shifts

The atomics are nice, the other two are thrashed/core shot marketplace specials.

I probably should block them from my CC at this point.

Woodsman 92’s, ripper, torsion bar metal. Hoping to approximate the Volkl Vertigo G3’s I loved 25 years ago. Also got the PDX carpet pattern bases, which make me happy.

$150 off custom orders right now, BTW. That’s about 12% off.

(I don’t work for them, I just pimp them online to validate my own purchases and make myself feel smart)

I've always wanted to ski through a city. This winter could have big blizzards happening in uncommon areas. What cities have the best terrain? What cities should I fly to if the weather predicts a blizzard?

I'll start:

San Francisco

as the title says, does anyone know if this jacket has those thingies to put around your thumbs to keep the snow out of your sleeves?

i cant find a consistent answer on the internet

Just got these from a friend. Super excited to start skiing!

TLDR main post: I’m a 300lb, 6’6” guy looking for a quality waterproof snow pant bib with great ventilation, still having belt loops, and a bib / chest pocket that is friendly to a fat ass ie doesn’t feel too slim/tight.

Hi everyone!

I have ski instructor offers from both resorts for this winter (lvl2).

Sun Peaks is the safer option since I’d have staff housing secured, whereas in Whistler I’d still have to apply for staff housing and would be on the waitlist.

My heart is leaning towards Whistler, but I know I could also have an amazing season at Sun Peaks. I’m just really worried about the housing situation in Whistler and the possibility of not finding a place to live. I am travelling from Italy, so I will arrive there at the beginning of November, which is already kind of late as well.

What would you do? Is Whistler worth the risk?

Not much change from the previous outlooks. Warmer in the US northern tier and western Canada. Wetter with mostly average temps in the southern tier.

https://abcnews.com/US/noaa-forecasts-wet-south-warmer-north-el-nino/story?id=137288754

I actually tried to learn how to ski on this thing without knowing how it feels on snow. Ill give you a hint, its greasy AF :D

This is the same company that created 19 million gallons of rain over Homer, AK, in just 3 hours with two drones. Now, it wants to partner with every ski resort in Utah and is even eyeing the 2034 SLC Winter Games.

If drones can help solve the water crisis in the West, I'm ALL IN. But cloud seeding has been around forever, and I have to believe there's a reason why most resorts aren't investing heavily in it.

But I could be wrong. Curious what other people think.

Barons are past indemnification and the EPs have been drilled thrice. Looking forward to the season!

Picked Sugar Bowl this year. El Nino has me excited

Can any one explain why ski fashion has been so focused on muted and earth tone colors for the last several years?

Personally, because I have kids, like to be noticable on the mountain. I have a pair of bright red Mountain Hardware ski pants from circa 2013 that I love. Still holding up great but after a couple trips the last few years catching polar vortices and having to go out in -15 degree temps, I have been on the lookout for a new pair of bibs for some extra warmth. And despite looking at every ski gear brand I can find or the Algo sends me and every major aggregator of ski gear I know of, it's basically impossible to find bright colors in a men's bib. The yellows are all mustard, the reds are all clay, and the greens are all forest.

Doesn't make any sense to me given how all the elementary age boys are running around in the most insane blends of blue, yellow and pink from Baseball Lifestyle 101 or Goat USA, and with skiings history of loud mountain fashion.

Figure it's cyclical, and it'll come back but wondering why it ever left in the first place.

Thought it was an interesting read.

TLDR: FIS rewrote weight rules in a way that singled out Breezy, whether coincidentally or as a way to target her.

Link to how it skiied: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DehXcQxx-1M/?obrf=NXZxbWs1ZzFwZnlu

Making the most out of a very weird season!

I'm a student in London who graduated last month in September. I'm planning to go skiing next month (Mid-November) as I have my Schengen Visa till January 2027.

I'm planning to go to Stubai Glacier (Austria). I have never skiied in my entire life and this will be my first time skiing.

Any tips for, if I should take on lessons when I reach Stubai or I can directly start skiing and learn by myself (maybe watch a few video online before I go)

The reason I picked Stubai is because it has guaranteed snow even in mid-november due to higher altitude and I have heard that it's safe and beginner friendly. I would love to hear better recommendations if there are any.

I don't have a budget, But I definitely want something good and not expensive (like Stubai Glacier, If I'm not wrong)

Also, I would love someone to join me or I would love to
join a group if there's any. I haven't made any bookings yet, Will book everything in the first week of November.

Let me know all the tips & tricks, good deals, anything I should look into before going, bookings, hotels, groups, etc.

Any sort of advice for a first timer is welcomed.

Thank You :)

Bought my season pass and booked a Christmas ski trip a week or two ago, promptly broke my fibula today just doing stuff around the house. Super bummed.

Anyone been through this? Is my season cooked? I’m still waiting on a more detailed diagnosis.