"Quirky nuggets, insider tips, and historical perspectives."
--Reuters
"Whether you're an expert looking to hit the double diamond moguls or
a beginner who wants a gentle slope just in case stopping is an issue,
these spots have a little something for everyone." --The Daily Beast
Pack up your skis or snowboard, fly out, and strap on, because you're
about to take a trip to the most amazing slopes the world has ever seen!
Based on interviews with leading experts, Fifty Places to Ski and
Snowboard Before You Die chronicles the rich history of these sports
and the people who have mastered them, including Tommy Moe, Jonny
Moseley, Billy Kidd, and Greg Harms. With words and color photography,
it takes you to all the fabulous mountains you've visited--and those you
have always wanted to visit.
Fly up to the mountains and explore the world's most inspiring skiing
and snowboarding destinations:
- Chugach Mountains (Alaska)
- Aspen, Crested Butte, and Steamboat Springs (Colorado)
- Tuckerman Ravine (New Hampshire)
- Rusutsu (Japan)
- Chamonix (France)
- Portillo (Chile)
- Whistler Blackcomb (British Columbia)
- Mammoth Mountain and Squaw Valley (California)
- Kashmir (India)
- Taos (New Mexico)
- Jay Peak, Mad River Glen, Stowe (Vermont)
- Jackson Hole (Wyoming)
- And more!
Above all, author Chris Santella provides readers with the gorgeous
scenery, the glamorous ambiance, and the always-thrilling experience of
visiting mountains from the Alps to the Rockies, whether it's après-ski
in Cortina or helicopter rides into virgin Alaskan powder.
If you're jetting off on your next getaway or just armchair-traveling
this season, Santella's guide will inspire beginners and black-diamond
experts alike.
