E van Spence holds a miniature red iron in his right hand and a slab of light blue wax in his left. He slowly drips the wax across an upturned ski resting on his workbench at REI Boulder. “I’d say ...

It’s that time of year again: The first snowflakes are falling; winter hats and gloves, jackets, boots and skis and snowboards are being pulled from the back of the closet. Ski season won’t be here ...

As ski season kicks into gear, lots of people eagerly grab their boards and race up to the slopes. They’re leaving performance behind. Before heading to the hills, consider taking your boards in for a ...

Nick Kettinger works with the Godfather of Tuning Rob White at Buzz’s. “They’re the fastest tunes around,” he says. “It’s a secret Schleper recipe that’s been handed down through the generations. We ...

What’s in a ski tune? And how do you know when you need one?The following are some guidelines. But why bother getting your skis tuned at all? Quite simply, keeping your skis tuned is the same as ...

Anyone who has watched ski cross athlete Brady Leman barrel down a mountain slope alongside his competitors can tell he's powered by immense strength and skill. Ski cross is a dangerous sport, and the ...

Rennstall has a new home, and it's just steps away from some familiar neighbors. The shop's new location at 1790 Bonanza Dr.

The challenges facing local news organizations are very real. That's why reader support matters more than ever. If you believe independent journalism matters, make a contribution today and help us ...

PITTSFIELD — There was a time when the Berkshires were a go-to ski destination in New England, drawing thousands of skiers who boarded “snow trains” at New York City’s Grand Central Terminal for ...

The basement of Radio Boardshop is stacked floor-to-ceiling with snowboards, new and old, brandishing various levels of scratches and core shots. With the shadow of opening day looming nearer by the ...