We've spent decades teaching snowboarding, testing gear and chasing winter around the world. Every guide, review and travel story on The Snow Chasers comes from first-hand experience. If we wouldn't ride it ourselves, we won't recommend it.
I’ve taught for years and seen plenty of crashes. Some people swear helmets make injuries worse. Here’s what the research (and real life) shows.
Do Ski and Snowboard Helmets Make Crashes Worse? Read More »
Worked ski shop floors long enough to see the same binding mistakes again and again. Here’s what skiers get wrong and how to fix it before it ruins a day on the hill.
The Ski Binding Mistakes I Fix Most Often in the Shop Read More »
Worked in a ski shop long enough to know the signs of a dry base. Here’s how to tell when your skis need wax so you’re not dragging down the hill.
How to Tell When Your Skis Need Wax Read More »
As an ex-liftie I’ve seen all types of chaos. Here are the unwritten rules of the lift line.
The Unwritten Rules of the Ski Lift Line Read More »
Dropped a ski off the chairlift? It happens. Here’s what to do when it does, how patrol will help, and a few easy tricks to stop it happening again.
What to Do if You Drop a Ski Off the Chairlift Read More »
I have waxed skis and snowboards in hotel rooms, condos and even parking lots. Here is how to pull it off without making a mess or ruining your trip.
How to Wax Skis and Boards in a Hotel Room Read More »
What skiing with locals really taught me about the mountain: a rambling story on hidden lines, hard lessons and why guides and locals matter more than maps.
What Skiing With Locals Taught Me About the Mountain Read More »
Coming back after injury is messy, scary and nothing like the inspiring edits you see online. This is what it really felt like and a few things that helped me through it.
What It’s Really Like to Return to the Slopes After an Injury Read More »
Riding dirt makes you smoother on snow and skiing teaches flow on trails. Here’s how I use the two sports to secretly train all year round.
How Mountain Biking Made Me a Better Skier Read More »
I tested ski storage racks and wall mounts to find the best options for garages, gear rooms and home storage, from single pairs to full quivers.
The Best Ski Storage Racks & Wall Mounts I’ve Used Read More »
