BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Buicks were once a status vehicle for sure, not one that middle-class families typically had parked in their driveways. The brand featured powerful V8 engines, huge backseats, had a sense of style, and were also major gas guzzlers. Buick was the standard-bearer for the big, bulky, powerful sedans that a generation of […]
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Rahlves’ Banzai Tour begins Feb. 21-22
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL It’s quite a mixture of skiers and riders of all levels, gathering for a fun and competitive experience on the slopes, where they get to experience a legitimate racing environment. Now in its fifth year, the Rahlves’ Banzai Tour is billed as racing at its purest form. Taking place at three Lake Tahoe […]
Dodge Ridge ski resort closed; awaits more snow
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Lack of natural snow is becoming more and more of an issue for all ski resorts in Northern California. Count Dodge Ridge among the less fortunate, because the resort announced Friday that it will be closing for an undetermined amount of time. Following a warm Martin Luther King holiday weekend, Dodge Ridge […]
Muscle up with 2015 Dodge Challenger
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL The classic “muscle cars” are all about one thing: fun. From the classic macho exterior styling to their powerful, steroid-like engines, the muscle cars deliver plenty of enjoyment. Of course, muscle cars like the Challenger, Chevy Camaro and Ford Mustang are not for everyone. For one thing, they aren’t that practical. The […]
Northstar hosting Burton Mountain Festival
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL For snowboarders who like to test drive the latest equipment, this is a three-day stretch at Northstar California that shouldn’t be missed. Northstar California is hosting the Burton Mountain Festival, which starts Friday (Jan. 23) and concludes Sunday at the Lake Tahoe ski resort off Highway 267 in Truckee. Northstar says the Burton […]
Bear Valley ski resort sold
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL It’s official: Earlier this week, Skyline International Development, Inc. completed its purchase of Bear Valley ski resort after receiving a permit to operate the resort from the US Forest Service. Skyline International Development, Inc., Canada’s leading owner, operator and developer of hospitality resorts and destination communities, now owns the 1,700-acre Bear Valley […]
Ski responsibility code
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Ski resorts nationwide are participating in National Safety Month in January with the goal of educating skiers and snowboarders about being safe and practicing common sense on the slopes. The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) believes education, helmet use, respect and common sense are vital for everyone to understand when cruising down […]
Honda Fit: solid subcompact
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Let’s start with this premise: Subcompact cars are typically devoid of excitement. Yet they are still in demand. There’s a reason people buy them, most notably affordability, strong gas mileage, and easy to maneuver, which translates into a great commuter vehicle. The 2015 Honda Fit is a four-door hatchback that made its […]
Kapalua Resort: Golfing in Paradise
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL This is the first installment in a series of stories on vacationing in Maui. One golf course hosts a PGA tournament and provides some serious shot-making challenges, while a second one serves as a feel-good track that should keep many vacationing golfers smiling and content. Located on the beautiful tropical island of […]
Diamond Peak ‘Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month’
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Diamond Peak Ski Resort is offering beginner packages January 12-16 as part of national “Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month.” Learn to Ski & Ride packages for just $39 include a beginner lift ticket, group lesson and rental equipment for skiers and riders. Diamond Peak ski resort, located in Nevada’s Incline Village, […]