You can ski beautifully and still be slow. Dr. Jim Taylor explains why mastering the difference between “good skiing” and “fast skiing” is the key to breaking through performance plateaus and finding real race speed.

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Norway’s indoor ski arena SNØ has partnered with eyewear and protective gear brand SHRED., equipping instructors and ski patrol with goggles, helmets, and back protectors. The collaboration brings SHRED. into Norway for the first time, highlighting innovative safety technology like Contrast Boosting Lens™ 2.0 and promoting safer, higher-performance skiing.

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Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history at Levi, claiming Brazil’s first-ever men’s World Cup slalom victory. Eduard Hallberg electrified the home crowd with a breakthrough finish for Finland, while Britain’s Laurie Taylor and Dave Ryding shone in the second run. Cooper Puckett earned his first World Cup points in his debut slalom, making it a day of milestones and surprises on the Arctic slopes.

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Lucas Braathen dominates the first run of the Levi Men’s Slalom World Cup opener, with Clement Noël and Timon Haugan rounding out the top three. Standout performances from young gun Eduard Hallberg and depth from Norway and France set the stage for an exciting second run.

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The men’s World Cup season opens Sunday in Sölden with River Radamus starting 12th and Austria’s Stefan Brennsteiner leading off for the home crowd. Download the daily program and start list for full details.

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Mikaela Shiffrin opened the Olympic slalom season with a dominant win in Levi, sweeping both runs. Lara Colturi charged to second on her 19th birthday, and Emma Aicher claimed her first World Cup slalom podium. Paula Moltzan surged 15 places with the second-fastest run to finish fourth.

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Mikaela Shiffrin opened the Olympic slalom season with a commanding first run in Levi as high-bib racers surged into the top 30. Full results, surprises, and who qualified for run two are inside.

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U.S. Ski & Snowboard has stepped back from the Surfing NGB selection process. The article explains why and outlines what comes next for the federation.

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For this TOKO Wax Room article, NCAA skier Abishai Corey shares his essential fall camp tuning and travel setup. His guide outlines the wax, tools, and packing strategies racers need for early-season snow.

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Mikaela Shiffrin starts with bib 3 as the Olympic season’s first women’s slalom takes place in Levi. This preview includes the full start list, daily program, and key storylines, plus links to download both documents.

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Canadian slalom skier Amelia Smart is quietly making her mark on the World Cup circuit. Known for her consistency, composure, and curiosity, Smart approaches each season with a mix of technical precision and playful resilience. From her early ski roots in Whistler and Big White to balancing NCAA racing with World Cup starts, she’s learned that progress is rarely linear. With Levi World Cup slaloms on the horizon, Smart is focused on staying grounded, enjoying the process, and embracing the unpredictability of elite ski racing.

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The women’s World Cup slalom season begins in Levi, Finland — the only stop above the Arctic Circle. Mikaela Shiffrin, the all-time slalom leader, headlines a strong North American field as the Olympic season begins.

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Luca Carrick-Smith joins Dave Ryding, Billy Major, and Laurie Taylor at the start line in Sunday’s Levi World Cup slalom — a historic first for four British men.

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The men’s World Cup slalom season kicks off in Levi, where Clément Noël returns, the U.S. team brings depth, and the field is ready to attack. Full details on how and when to watch are included.

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Join Olympian Megan McJames and SYNC Performance for a special Copper World Cup weekend movie night featuring Trailblazer and Rogue Lines—two inspiring films celebrating courage, creativity, and the pursuit of dreams in alpine ski racing.

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FIS has announced a significant new safety plan following Matteo Franzoso’s death, which includes global training audits and stricter standards across speed venues.

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With less than 100 days until the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, experience the thrill of world-class skiing in pure luxury. On Location’s Official Hospitality packages deliver guaranteed tickets, five-star accommodations, and unforgettable alpine moments.

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Stanley Buzek’s journey from Boulder to the World Cup begins in Levi, Finland.
The 20-year-old Stifel U.S. Ski Team racer will make his World Cup slalom debut on November 16, bringing NorAm confidence, CU Boulder ties, and a love for free skiing that continues to shape his style and mindset.

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One year after cheering for her sister at Killington, 17-year-old Annika Hunt steps into her own World Cup start gate in Levi. The 2025 Overall NorAm Champion and new U.S. Ski Team member brings confidence, perspective, and a passion for the sport she’s grown up in.

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In this edition of the TOKO Wax Room, Stifel U.S. Ski Team speed skier Sam Morse shares how a surprise rock strike forced him to hand-fix his skis with nothing but a file, a stone, and determination—proving that sometimes, it pays to go back to the basics.

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