The 2022-23 ski season in North America has officially come to an end. Timberline ski resort made it official early Sunday afternoon (Aug. 13), ending a season that reportedly started Nov. 11, 2022. The resort says the closing day marked 276th day of the ski season, one day more than Mammoth Mountain in California, which […]
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BMW X7 a major standout
BMW has the enviable reputation for designing appealing vehicles that are both strong and powerful. Toss in luxury and comfort, and one might deduce that BMW typically offers the complete package. One of the most recognizable brands in the world, BMW waited longer (1999) than other luxury brands to delve into SUV production. But once […]
Glen Plake skis final day at Mammoth
What a season it was at California ski resorts. And because he didn’t want to miss the final day, legendary professional skier Glen Plake took a few runs Sunday on the final day of the ski season at Mammoth Mountain. A South Lake Tahoe native, Plake was on hand for the incredible 275th day of […]
World Cup skiers will return to Palisades Tahoe
World Cup skiers will once again descend on Palisades Tahoe ski resort next season. The Stifel Palisades Tahoe Cup returns to Lake Tahoe Feb. 23-25, 2024. The competition is part of the Audi FIS Ski World Cup Tour. Large crowds of spectators at Palisades Tahoe watched World Cup skiers in February 2023. “We are thrilled to […]
Mammoth ski resort closes Sunday
Nearly four months after most U.S. ski resorts shut down for the 2022-23 season, the curtain will finally come down Sunday on Mammoth Mountain ski resort. Located on California’s Eastern Sierra range, approximately 100 miles south of the Nevada state line and 50 minutes from the eastern gate of Yosemite, Mammoth Mountain often stays open […]
Mercedes EQE highly touted
Although we’re a bit skeptical about the date, the folks at Mercedes-Benz say the company wants to reach complete electrification of its fleet of automobiles by 2025. As of June 30, 2023, the German automaker had eight electric vehicles available for sale. We recently drove one of them – the 2023 Mercedes EQE, an all-new, […]
Ford Maverick small truck with big reputation
Are you a traditional truck person who is searching for something a little different? The 2023 Ford Maverick is a great alternative to the beloved large truck. The Maverick is Ford’s smallest pickup truck and is offered at a very reasonable price (starting at around $22,000). It provides solid utility and plenty of available features […]
Mammoth ski resort open thru Aug. 6
It seems preposterous in California, given the recent heat wave in many parts of the state, that skiing is still taking place. Yet, that is the case. Wanna make a couple of turns before the curtain truly comes down on the 2022-23 ski season? Then head to Mammoth Mountain ski resort, where skiing and riding […]
BMW’s impressive electric SUV
It’s easy to be enamored with the 2023 BMW iX, a classy midsize all-electric SUV. It has excellent performance, terrific overall range, offers superior comfort, and has plenty of bells and whistles that will please any tech-savvy individual. Most industry experts marvel at the interior makeup of the iX and applaud BMW for other facets […]
No mountain biking at Bear Valley ski resort
A record-breaking snow total season can have its downside. Just ask the folks who love the typical summer months at Bear Valley ski resort. Like many resorts throughout California this year, Bear Valley Resort had an incredible amount of snow – 682 inches (56 feet) to be exact, the most in resort history. However, the […]