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Squaw Valley USA, home to the 1960 Winter Olympics, is a world-renowned ski resort with award-winning building designs, outrageous pipes and parks, ice skating, tons of après ski, the most technologically advanced lifts and snow making equipment in the...... READ MORE > |
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What I like about Sugar Bowl is the friendliness of the people who ski, ride and work there, endless mountain views from the resort peaks and the mountain’s notorious affinity for sucking up storm dumps. I also love the variety of terrain and secret...... READ MORE > |
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| Tahoe Donner’s small, family-style resort atmosphere lies far enough off the beaten path to keep the mega crowds at bay. Plus, for folks in the family with a little more time under their boots there’s often completely untracked powder fields off the...... READ MORE > | |
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Don’t let a warm, sunny fall fool you. Old Man Winter is on its way and when it blows in, you’ll want to be ready. When the powder is deep or your friends decide to “ski the steeps” you don’t want to be lagging on the blue squares or cutting corduroy by...... READ MORE > |
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Cross country skiing is a great way to burn some serious calories while exploring tranquil and scenic winter landscapes. Plus, it’s usually much less expensive than its downhill sister and is often a great outing for families, especially families with...... READ MORE > |
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Some see them as retro while those who’ve lived through it already may view them as nostalgic – either way, cruiser bikes are ripping up the roads in a strong revival. But why are they so popular again? Insiders credit the comfort issue and the vast...... READ MORE > |
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Get the right gear for a lazy day on the shore
Summer's setting in and it's increasingly difficult to focus on work. Daydream about the day at the beach and gather all you need for a day at the lake.... READ MORE >
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Check with officials for bans and conditions before you hike in National Forests
Ranger stations and visitor centers have a variety of reasons for wanting to keep tabs on who has headed off into their respective wildernesses. These reasons include preventing overuse of a certain area and visitor safety. It's a good idea to check in...... READ MORE >
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Day hikes, back-country camping, a dip in a lake, or just a great time in woods
Backpacking truly provides an all access-pass to Tahoe’s unique beauty. Outdoor expert Kevin Hickey, owner of Tahoe Adventure Company, has spent years exploring the backcountry. See his suggestions on where to wander:... READ MORE >
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Chances are, if a local tells you to "get out" they probably mean go hiking. The Reno-Tahoe area has some of the most accessible and beautiful hikes in the country.... READ MORE > |
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High-alititude campgrounds within easy driving distance
One way to escape the summer heat is to sneak off for camping in the nearby mountains. Here is some detailed information for some selected high-altitude U.S.F.S. campgrounds where you can temporarily get away from the miserable heat.... READ MORE >
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Where to skate.shred. thrash
Old-school, new school, it doesn't matter. Once a skater-always a skater at heart. Whether you're an old skate-rat or just taking up the sport, find a place to go in Reno.... READ MORE >
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One of the most popular riding areas in the Reno area is Hungry Valley located just a few minutes north of Reno. With a wide variety of beginner-to-advanced trails, Hungry Valley, or Moon Rocks to the locals, is a great place to log some miles in the...... READ MORE > |
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Woman vs. nature - expedition accomplished
Three women attempt to paddle 56 miles on the Truckee River, check out the video and the results.... READ MORE >
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Skate, shred, thrash - find the freshest gear
Where to go to get the righteous goods you need to get your skate on. Decks, threads, wheels, trucks, shoes and more... See the professionals who use the goods they sell.... READ MORE >
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