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Michigan Weather Predictions Part 2

2010-09-02T16:29:25Z

Last week's post we discussed what all this warm, humid weather will equate to this winter. Chief Meteorologist, Bill Steffen, chimes in with an update for part 2 of Michigan Weather Predictions.

Michigan Winter Weather Predictions 1 of 2

2010-08-26T02:23:59Z

This summer has been hot and humid. Temps in Lake Michigan are up. What's this all mean come winter? Lake effect snow and tons of pow? We got a meteorologist to tell you what he thinks.

2010 Michigan Season Pass Rundown

2010-08-19T15:47:55Z

Whether you want to admit it or not, it's that time of year. Check out the running list of season pass deals for the 2010 season.

State of the Industry

2010-08-13T02:03:12Z

This week, I had the privilege to attend the Michigan Snowsports Industry Association's (MSIA) annual meeting held at Shanty Creek. The MSIA was formed back in 1991 and was assembled to improve awareness of snowsports in Michigan, while attracting new individuals to the sport.

Flexon to Full Tilt

2010-07-30T02:08:17Z

When it comes to gear, are you a looks are everything person, or a performance at all cost? It's no mystery that developing quality ski gear that looks as well as it performs is a difficult challenge. Thinking back on the old Flexon 3-piece boot concept pioneered in the early 80's...

2010 killer video trailers

2010-07-02T13:40:25Z

Check out some of the killer videos slated to drop this fall and we'll keep you stoked until the snow flys.

Liko Smith, speculation and clarity

2010-05-11T01:38:39Z

The dust has seemed to have settled a bit in the past couple of weeks after the outpouring of media attention received by Liko Smith. I had an opportunity to catch up with Liko for a brief phone interview.

Sugar Loaf Mountain :: Team to meet this weekend

2010-04-14T16:23:11Z

Leelanau County, April 14, 2010 – Liko Smiths' Snow Resort consultants Samuele Piana and Jason Ryan arrive Friday, April 16, 2010 to begin planning the opening of Sugar Loaf Snow Resort this winter.

Sugar Loaf Speaks Back

2010-04-09T15:37:39Z

Comments directly from Sugar Loaf's latest investor in a response to our recent blog post on 'Sugar Loaf's attempt to gain a shred of respect'

Sugar Loaf’s Attempt to Gain a Shred of Respect

2010-04-08T15:07:09Z

Depending on who you talk to, Sugar Loaf has been called everything from an economic engine to an eyesore of Leelanau County. There have been countless articles written on the fate of the defunct resort, its financial woes and...

2010/2011 Season Pass Deals

2010-03-24T01:41:04Z

Now is the time to snag a deal on your season pass for next season. We've scoured around so you don't have too!

2010/2011 Flow Snowboard Bindings

2010-03-19T11:17:37Z

While checking out all the new gear for 2010/2011 at the MRA Test Fest, we snagged an interview with Jason from Flow Snowboarding.

Spencer Milbocker - Midwest Edit

2010-03-15T15:13:48Z

This week's video features Spencer Milbocker's smooth style and flow straight from Bittersweet in Otsego, MI.

Shanty Creek Resort | Featured Location

2010-03-11T00:24:33Z

Celebrating 40 years, Shanty Creek is becoming Michigan's Favorite Resort, again...
Nestled in the hills surrounding Bellaire in Michigan's northwestern lower peninsula, Shanty Creek is an...

Burg Call | Video Feature

2010-03-03T16:57:15Z

This week's video from Alex Mlynarek and Andrew Coates, featuring fresh ski and snowboard shots from 'The-Burg'.