Following another day of constant snowfall, the snow continues to pile up at Tahoe ski resorts. Both Sierra-at-Tahoe and family-friendly Tahoe Donner reported the most snow Wednesday with 32 inches. The snowfall ranged from 15-32 inches at the summit of Tahoe ski resorts. Two-day totals (see below) are best measured in feet – not inches. […]
Two new engines for 2021 Mazda3
From this vantage point, the Mazda3 remains a great little vehicle. Yet sales figures paint another picture. Sales of the once popular compact sedan/hatchback have plummeted the past five years in the U.S. And this year will be the all-time worst with projected sales of roughly 35,000. The perky Mazda3, which debuted in 2004, had […]
Storm brings Mt. Rose 22 inches of snow
The huge snow storm currently hitting Tahoe ski resorts is already delivering large dividends in terms of snow totals. No matter what ski resort skiers and snowboarders frequent, the news was good in terms of snow totals from the storm that began late Tuesday afternoon (Jan. 26) and continued into Wednesday. Mt. Rose ski resort […]
Epic Tahoe storm could drop 7-plus feet
Are you ready for 7-plus feet of snow? It could happen with a major snow storm starting today at multiple Tahoe ski resorts. To the delight of skiers and snowboarders throughout Northern California, an epic storm – similar to the one tagged as “Februburied” in 2019 – could be the result by Friday morning (Jan. […]
Tahoe snow storm could dump 3-5 feet
The first of three snow storms over a seven-day period arrived better than anticipated for several Tahoe ski resorts. The storm, which began Friday afternoon (Jan. 22) and was sporadic on Saturday, was expected to produce 1-3 inches to the Tahoe ski resorts. However, Sugar Bowl received the most snow with 7 inches, followed by […]
Snow storms will hit Tahoe ski resorts
Following a dry spell since the beginning of the month, snow will return over the next week at Tahoe ski resorts. Not only will it snow, it could snow big time starting by the middle of next week. Although there is no definitive forecast at this time, one weather model shows a huge storm that […]
New Toyota Supra sporty, fast
Want to purchase an extremely fast car at a relatively modest price? Then check out the Toyota Supra. For car buyers who have been around for a while, the Supra is not a new name. Toyota launched the original Supra as a high-performance version of its Celica in 1978. Toyota ended production 20 years later […]
Lexus LC 500 attractive sports car
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 […]