September 15th, 2009
Rundown 9/15
Yes, we know, it’s been a while. What can we say, we’ve been really busy (kind of…). The good news is that there’s lots to report on and lots going on in the ski world. That means you get more exciting things to look at, read, and listen to. So if you think about it, we’ve kind of done you a favor by taking so long to put together another Rundown. Just think, if we’d kept them coming on a weekly basis this one would be much shorter, you’d have already read this, and thus, you’d already know all this. We’re not sure how, but somehow we think we may have done you a favor. You’re welcome.
Also, you’ll notice the traditional photo of The Rock has been replaced (it seems there are only so many screen shots from The Rundown). We’re going with a new format, too. If you don’t like it, well… suck it.
So, Ladies and gentleman, without further adieu, The Rundown:
- Though the fellas at Just Passing Thru haven’t yet published a video, they’ve updated the site and posted a few new features… (Just Passing Thru)
- Factory Media’s ski sites seem to be settling into their new roles — Ski Union hosting the majority of the content, with MPORA housing some user generated content. Ski Union is starting to populate on a semi-regular basis, and looks like another good resource for activities on the other side of the pond. Check out their recap of the latest stop from the 2009 British Snow Tour (which, in reality isn’t snow…)… (Ski Union)
- Continuing east, Downdays has been super busy this fall. Surprising amount of cool stuff on here right now. You should probably look at it… (Downdays)
- As I’ve been known to say recently, “Everyone’s tightening their belts…” and as Skiing shows, the ski industry is as well, especially resorts and mountain operators… (Skiing)
- The guys over at Bluehouse launched a sharp new website, check it out and scope the 2010 pre-sale to save yourself some cheddar… (Bluehouse Skis)
- Biglines debuted a new layout recently and while I’m not a fan, you should probably peep it yourself. While there check out Zimtstern’s new ad, very cool. Biglines discovered the clip through Ian Matteson’s blog, I discovered it on Biglines, and now you’re discovering it here. What a tangled web the internet weaves… (Biglines)
- In their never ending effort to anger me, The Ski Journal continues to require a subscription to access any of their content. While I understand the principle, something just doesn’t seem right. Anywho, check it out, maybe it will convince you to buy a subscription at $10 an issue… (The Ski Journal) [Editor's note: I have nothing against The Ski Journal, I just wish I could read their stories and look at their pictures because I bet they're pretty rad]
- The Ski Channel is the first to report on the biggest story of the year (so far)… (The Ski Channel)
- If you’re looking for the most ridiculous way possible to film a POV segment, check out Homeboy Ski’s advice on building a goggle cam. I’m sure this will be really helpful for a lot of our readers… (Homeboy Ski)
- The boys down south at Big Powder have published some shots from the Las Lenas stop of the FWT… (Big Powder ARG)
- Not only has ON3P recently launched a new site, they’ve posted two interesting updates on the status of their shop/factory. Cool stuff… (ON3P Skis)
- Our industry insiders in the know over at ESPN have been keeping us up to date on all the happenings (well, most of them). Updated too often to warrant a specific link… (ESPN Freeksiing)
- 4FRNT has opened up a new retail store at their Salt Lake HQs, Powder has the low down and some comments from founder Matt Sterbenz… (Powder)
- I know, I know, it’s a snowboarding site, but YOBEAT typically has some funny shit that I enjoy reading. And regardless of what Ol Two Step says, there are bona-fide symmetries between ski culture and snowboard culture that don’t involve one ripping the other off. Because today is a Tueday, I’ll point you in the direction of YOBEAT’s Terrible Tuesday Tips… (YOBEAT)
- Red Bull Skiing received an update from Chris Davenport in Chile. He was nice enough to send a video of a great couloir he got involved with. While there be sure to read the behind the scenes piece on the Armada offices… (Red Bull Skiing)
- I’m quickly becoming a big fan of the Unofficial Squaw crew, check out their post about little known Broke Back Mountain Ski Area… (Unofficial Squaw)
- Freeskier has its gear guide up, it’s a welcome perspective on things, but it continues the trend of the mags not actually reviewing all (or any) of the equipment. Be sure to check out the new videos, too…. (Freeskier)
- The maggots over at TGR have been busy of late, my favorite thread involved mudslinging and fantasizing about buying a ski mountain… (TGR, Ski Forum)
- Also, check out the teaser for the new film Generations. A sobering and long needed film on climate change and it’s affects on our little snow sliding hobby… (TGR)
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