Although there is still a lot of time left in the 2016-17 ski season, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe has already exceeded its annual snow total. Mt. Rose’s season-to-date snow total is 555 inches, thanks to its high base area elevation and 350-plus inches of snow in January. The Lake Tahoe area resort in Nevada received […]
Is it time to upgrade your ski clothing?
The story originally appeared on Senior Skiing. What to wear is a topic that many people don’t understand when it comes to skiing and snowboarding. Below are some clothing tips to absorb. Base layers: Cotton is NOT for skiing, silk could be OK for hot conditions, synthetic (polypropylene, acrylic) and merino wool and combinations of them will […]
Why Lake Tahoe is a wonderful ski destination
By Wendell Gordon Lake Tahoe is considered one of the most beautiful ski destinations in the world thanks to its spectacular views. People who are looking for a skiing or snowboarding challenge can visit Tahoe to enjoy a memorable experience that offers sweeping views of the surrounding Sierra mountain range. Below are some reasons that […]
2017 Honda Ridgeline: A very unique truck
This will not be a consideration for people who love their traditional trucks. But Honda never had that in mind when it brought back the Ridgeline this year. After a two-year absence, the 2017 Honda Ridgeline has emerged and the consensus is it’s better than ever. A five-passenger, four-door crew-cab midsize pickup, the second-generation Ridgeline […]
More snow on the menu Super Bowl weekend in Lake Tahoe
Super Bowl weekend in Lake Tahoe won’t be just about football. A snowy weekend is predicted in Lake Tahoe, which means ski resorts may be offering some exciting powder days for skiers and snowboarders. “Tahoe is the destination to ski all morning then catch the Big Game in the afternoon at one of the many […]
Volvo S90: New luxury sedan with style
The writing was on the wall a year ago when Volvo unveiled the 2016 version of the S80, its luxury sedan. Volvo decided to do nothing with the aging design and only minor updates were included in the overall package. The Volvo S80 was essentially “Dead Man Walking.” Don’t look around for this year’s S80, […]
GoFundMe account grows to $161,000 for Squaw Valley ski patrol member
A GoFundMe account, established in honor of a deceased Squaw Valley ski patrol member, has raised a little more than $161,000 for the family of Joe Zuiches. The 42-year-old Zuiches, who lived in Olympic Valley, where Squaw Valley is located, leaves behind a wife and son. He was killed Tuesday morning during avalanche control activities […]
GoFundMe account started for Squaw Valley ski patrol member killed today
A GoFundMe account has been established for Joe Zuiches, a Squaw Valley ski patrol member who was killed Tuesday morning during avalanche control activities at the Lake Tahoe ski resort. The 42-year-old Zuiches, who lived in Olympic Valley, where Squaw Valley is located, leaves behind a wife and son. To contribute to the Zuiches GoFundMe […]
Two men rescued from car after Lake Tahoe avalanche
It was quite the scary experience for David Ortiz and Neale Allen Shutler, who were stuck in a car engulfed in snow, with seemingly no way out. The two men were carefully driving along Highway 89 in the early hours Monday (12:30 a.m.) when an avalanche occurred near Alpine Meadows and Tahoe City, burying two […]
Snowy conditions shut down several Lake Tahoe ski resorts
Extreme weather conditions in Lake Tahoe had some ski resorts closing Sunday or offering limited access to terrain for skiing and snowboarding. A third storm arrived Sunday in the Lake Tahoe region, where many locals were hunkering down indoors and content with letting the latest day of difficult weather conditions pass. The heavy snow arrived […]