From a visual standpoint, the Lexus LC 500 is stunning. This luxury sport coupe, which debuted in 2018, sits low and long, and the bright red colored model really enhances its visual appeal. An optional carbon fiber roof is another cool facet for this sleek sports car. Curved and muscular, the LC 500 rear end […]
Sonny Bono died 23 years ago in Heavenly ski accident
The most notable death at a Tahoe ski resort occurred 22 years ago today when Sonny Bono tragically died at Heavenly Mountain ski resort in Lake Tahoe. On Jan. 5, 1998, the 62-year-old Bono veered into the trees off a wide-open, well-groomed intermediate run at Heavenly. Reports say he apparently navigated through a narrow grove […]
Homewood adds sled hill for kids
Homewood Mountain is not just for skiing and snowboarding. The family-friendly ski resort has a new offering this year that will be very appealing to families. Homewood Mountain is now offering a new organized sledding and snow play at its Adventure Center. Resort guests can participate in one of the oldest family winter traditions with […]
Tahoe powder day on Tuesday
For skiers and snowboarders who love big powder days, the wait could be over. A sizable storm will hit the Lake Tahoe region Monday and when it concludes expect to see more than a foot of snow at many Tahoe ski resorts. According to Bryan Allegretto, California Snow Forecaster for OpenSnow. the next storm moves […]
New Year’s Day skiing in Tahoe
What can one expect if skiing or snowboarding on New Year’s Day in Tahoe? Accommodating weather and conditions. Thanks to a light snow that greeted skiers and riders Thursday morning (Dec. 30), Tahoe ski resorts will have a smattering of new snow and mostly sunny skis to bring in the New Year on the slopes. […]
Squaw ski resort gets 17 inches snow
Squaw Valley received a post-Christmas gift, getting 17 inches of new snow for holiday skiers and snowboarders to enjoy. The snow began Christmas Day and continued into Saturday afternoon. The amount of snow for Tahoe ski resorts varied from 4-17 inches. There were nine ski resorts that received 10 or more inches from the two-day […]
Kia Telluride receives high marks
The folks at Kia waited quite a while, but finally made the decision to offer another SUV that’s longer and wider than its previously largest model – the Sorento. The Telluride debuted a year ago as a midsize SUV with a spacious and is very suitable for large families. It also offers solid technology and […]
Christmas afternoon snow for Tahoe ski resorts
A late gift will arrive late Christmas afternoon at Tahoe ski resorts – Snow! The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno issued a winter storm watch Tuesday for the Tahoe Basin that goes into effect Christmas afternoon and lasts through Saturday morning. The Christmas evening storm could drop as much as 18 inches on Tahoe […]
Ford Ranger makes successful return
A top-selling truck for nearly three decades, the Ford Ranger was a major cash cow for the iconic American automaker. But when sales dramatically dipped to just over 19,000 in 2012, the mid-sized Ranger was pulled from the Ford lineup. At its pinnacle, the Ranger had exceeded sales of 200,000 or more 18 times since […]
Dodge Ridge ski resort opens for 70th season
Dodge Ridge ski resort will kick off its 70th season Monday (Dec. 21). Dodge Ridge is the closest ski resort to the Bay Area and Central Valley locations. It features 1,600 vertical feet, 862 skiable acres, 12 lifts and 67 trails. The resort is located in Pinecrest, off Highway 108, 30 miles east of Sonora. […]