How to Ski the Dolomites During the Olympics — and Long After the Games

18 hours 14 minutes ago
Shauna Farnell

The Winter Olympics may put Cortina d’Ampezzo in the spotlight, but the real magic of the Dolomites lies beyond the finish corral. From village-to-village skiing and legendary groomers to mountaintop dining and insider logistics, here’s how to experience Italy’s most storied ski region during the Games — and long after the crowds leave.

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2026 Winter Olympic Games on the Skiing is Believing podcast

18 hours 43 minutes ago
Matt Garcka

Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg kick off daily Olympic coverage from the 2026 Milano-Cortina Games with a deep dive into alpine ski racing’s biggest stories. Joined by TNT Sports and FIS TV commentator Ian Findlay, they preview the Men’s Downhill in Bormio, assess medal chances across all ten alpine events, and unpack the major talking points including Lindsey Vonn’s injury and Aleksander Aamodt Kilde’s absence. With insight on Team USA’s powerful women’s squad and Britain’s slalom hopes, this opening episode sets the tone for two weeks of expert Olympic analysis from Cortina and Bormio.

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Sam Maes and the Road Less Traveled: Twice the Fight Chronicles an Independent Olympian

19 hours 23 minutes ago
SR Staff Report

Sam Maes has never taken the easy line. In Twice the Fight, the Belgian Olympian opens the door to life outside the traditional federation system, revealing the discipline, belief, and daily commitment required to compete independently on the World Cup circuit. The short film offers a rare, honest look at what it truly takes to chase podiums without the backing of a major national program.

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Dominant Performances Highlight Busy Weekend Across USCSA Conferences

1 day 14 hours ago
Press Release

Collegiate ski teams across the country delivered standout performances this weekend, as conferences from the Midwest to the Rocky Mountains saw dominant wins, tight podium battles, and individual breakthroughs. From sweeping finishes to season-opening statements, racers and teams set an exciting tone for the weeks ahead.

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Salomon Returns to North American Alpine Racing With EQUIPE Program

1 day 15 hours ago
Press Release

Salomon is officially returning to competitive alpine racing in North America with the launch of EQUIPE, a head-to-toe race initiative built on performance, heritage, and community. Backed by early World Cup success and a full race-system offering, EQUIPE marks a renewed commitment to athletes from the highest level to junior racing.

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Inside Winterfell Alpin: Bridging the Gap from the NCAA to the NorAm Circuit and Beyond

3 days 13 hours ago
SR Staff Report

College ski racing is often dismissed as an unlikely route to the World Cup—but Winterfell Alpin is changing that narrative. By providing elite-level training, race support, and structure beyond NCAA limitations, Winterfell is redefining the collegiate-to-professional pipeline and helping athletes bridge the critical gap between college racing and international competition.

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Franjo von Allmen Delivers Home Downhill Victory in Crans Montana, Switzerland

4 days 21 hours ago
Katie Twible

Franjo von Allmen thrilled the home crowd with a dominant downhill victory on the legendary Nationale piste in Crans-Montana, edging Dominik Paris and Ryan Cochran-Siegle in a full-throttle final race before the Olympic Games. With momentum building across the Swiss, Italian, and North American teams, the men now turn their focus to Bormio as Olympic downhill training begins.

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