Skiing News

• The robots of the 2018 Winter Olympics
  
  The Pyeongchang Winter Olympics could be the most technology-heavy of all time, with robots doing some of the cleaning, answering questions and even skiing (not well).
  CBS News.  Tuesday, 11 May 2021.
• Man arrested for jet skiing across Irish Sea breaks up with girlfriend who inspired the trip: report
  
  Sometimes, no amount of jet skiing can save a relationship.
  Fox News.  Monday, 12 Apr 2021.
• Olympic skier saved from serious injury by safety equipment
  
  Austrian Olympic champ Matthias Mayer was the first skier to deploy new airbag vest technology in a World Cup race. But as Contessa Brewer reports, not all skiers are embracing the new technology.
  CBS News.  Sunday, 11 Apr 2021.
• How Sustainability Shifts Can Save The Ski Industry With Auden Schendler, Aspen Skiing Company
  
  Just saying you are a green company is not enough. You have to walk the walk. Your CEO down to your junior employees have to wholeheartedly believe in your mission.
  Forbes.  Thursday, 8 Apr 2021.
• Skier injured in accident on Lochnagar
  
  Mountain rescuers said the skier was believed to have suffered serious injuries after falling.
  BBC News.  Wednesday, 7 Apr 2021.
• TOM LEONARD: Why can't we be like the Land of the Free?
  
  TOM LEONARD Ah, the joys of the Easter getaway. I've just come back from a week-long skiing trip in Montana with my family, catching the last of the famous Rocky Mountains' spring powder.
  Daily Mail.  Tuesday, 6 Apr 2021.
• Italian 19-year-old Jannik Sinner reaches Miami Open final
  
  Former junior skiing champion Jannik Sinner has joined some fast company at the Miami Open.
  Fox News.  Saturday, 3 Apr 2021.
• Freestyle skiing: Kirsty Muir on her Winter Olympics goal
  
  Freestyle skier Kirsty Muir says she has been "surprised" by her stunning start to the year.
  BBC News.  Friday, 2 Apr 2021.
• Outbreak Of Brazilian P.1 Coronavirus Variant Closes Iconic Whistler Ski Resort
  
  The iconic skiing resort in Whistler, BC has been ordered to close following a surge in Covid-19 cases caused by the P.1 variant.
  Forbes.  Monday, 29 Mar 2021.
• Petr Kellner, Czech Billionaire, Is Among 5 Killed in Alaska Heli-Skiing Crash
  
  Petr Kellner, the wealthiest person in the Czech Republic according to the Forbes list of billionaires, was part of the excursion, according to those who chartered the flight.
  New York Times.  Monday, 29 Mar 2021.
• Czech Billionaire Killed In Alaskan Skiing Accident
  
  The Czech Republic's richest man, Petr Kellner, whose financial group has deep roots across Eastern Europe and Central Asia, has died in a helicopter crash in Alaska.
  Radio Liberty.  Monday, 29 Mar 2021.
• Apple 'to release Explorer Edition of its Apple Watch with a more rugged and durable case'
  
  Apple is considering a new 'Explorer Edition' Apple Watch, with a rubberized frame and extra impact resistance. The smartwatch could be worn while skiing or engaging in other extreme sports.
  Daily Mail.  Friday, 26 Mar 2021.
• Don't. Do. What. I. Did.
  
  A former pro skier breaks down the lessons learned from two failed businesses.
  Entrepreneur.  Monday, 22 Mar 2021.
• Mikaela Shiffrin becomes first American to win six skiing titles
  
  Mikaela Shiffrin became the first American to win six world championship skiing titles with her gold in the combined on Monday.
  Los Angeles Times.  Monday, 15 Feb 2021.
• Coast Guard rescues skier mauled by bear in Alaska
  
  The Alaska Department of Fish and Game said the victim inadvertently awoke the brown bear in a den, a mother that was likely protecting her cub.
  ABC News.  Wednesday, 10 Feb 2021.

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