17th February 2026
Intersport’s New Flagship Store in Méribel
PlanetSKI visits the new Intersport ski hire shop in Méribel. We report on what the shop offers, plus the quick efficiently smooth ski hire process.
General News
16th February 2026
GB’s Dave Ryding Ends His Olympic Career
GB’s greatest alpine ski racer Dave Ryding has brought the curtain down on his long Winter Olympic career with 17th place in the slalom at the Milan-Cortina Games. It is his fifth Olympics. UPDATED
16th February 2026
Another British Skier Dies in an Avalanche in France
He died in La Grave and it follows the death of two other Britons in Val d’Isere in the last week. There have been further avalanche deaths in Austria, Italy, France & Switzerland. UPDATED
14th February 2026
PlanetSKI Hits the Mountains & Valleys in Switzerland
PlanetSKI’s roving reporter Nick Dalton spends several days on the ski slopes of Grindelwald, then decamps for life and adventure in the valley. A winter experience with a difference.
13th February 2026
Two Britons Among Three Dead in Val d’Isere Avalanche
It follows heavy snow and a ‘high’ risk of avalanche. Extreme caution is urged off piste as further deaths in Switzerland, Italy & Slovakia have occurred. UPDATED
12th February 2026
PlanetSKI Gear Review #5 Winter 2025/26
In our Fifth gear review Alf tests a pair of Nordica Speedmachine Ski Boots, a Klattermusen Svallin Jacket and Vallon goggles, along with a goggle strap fundraiser for Protect Our Winters.
11th February 2026
Further Avalanche Deaths in the Alps
Four people have died in the French Alps as heavy snow raises the risk to Level 5 in parts of the western Alps.
7th February 2026
Six Avalanche Deaths in Italy Near Winter Olympic Regions
Six skiers have died in Northern Italy, one in France and two climbers have perished in an avalanche in the High Tatras in Slovakia. UPDATED
3rd February 2026
Ellie Soutter Foundation Closes
Following the death of GB snowboarder Ellie Soutter, the foundation was established by her father, Tony Soutter in 2018. Its aim was to offer support & therapy to snowsport athletes.
2nd February 2026
Snowboarder Dies After Backpack Caught on Chairlift
A 22-year old Australian woman died in Otari near Nagano in Japan. She suffered a heart attack after being dragged along the snow & left hanging in mid-air.
2nd February 2026
Death Toll from Crans-Montana Fire Rises to 41
A teenager who was injured in the Swiss ski resort on New Year’s Eve has died in hospital. It takes the death toll to 41.
2nd February 2026
February 2026 Deals
As the winter progresses check out Intersport ski hire offering guaranteed discounts, Inghams holidays, Good Deal dates in Les Menuires, Valentines Day offer from VIP Chalets and Alpine Fleet Resort Transfers. UPDATED
1st February 2026
February’s Ski News in Brief
– FWT Event in Austria Cancelled
– Head to The Verbier Air Show
– Bodies of Nine Skiers Recovered from US Avalanche
– Geneva Remains Busiest Ski Airport
– Ski With Chemmy Alcott Courtesy of VIP SKI
– Swiss ‘White Risk’ Avalanche App Wins Award…UPDATED
30th January 2026
Snowshoer Dies In Avalanche in France
It is the latest fatality in what has been a grim month across the Alps and the Pyrenees. The snow pack remains highly unstable in places.
27th January 2026
PlanetSKI Chases Powder in the Pyrenees with Intersport
With over 45 years of skiing under my belt, and 25 of those as a ski writer, I had never skied in the French Pyrenees. So when I was invited out by Intersport to check out their rental operations here I jumped at the chance.
27th January 2026
The PlanetSKI Snow Report
In PlanetSKI’s latest rolling snow report we hear from Canada & the Alps. UPDATED
27th January 2026
Three More Avalanche Deaths in France
One man died in Tignes in the Alps, while two others perished in Le Grand Tourmalet in the Pyrenees. The avalanche death toll this month continues to rise.
25th January 2026
Another Avalanche Death in the Alps
A 42-year-old man has died in Maurienne in France. He was part of a group of three skiers. It follows dozens of deaths in the Alps in recent weeks. NEW
25th January 2026
Death at Murren’s Inferno Race
This year’s 82nd International Inferno Race in Mürren was cancelled after a 69-year-old racer collapsed shortly before the finish line and died.
23rd January 2026
Parts of US Endure Dreadful Start to Season But Snow Now Falling
In Colorado it’s been the worst in decades, though some snow is forecast for this weekend. Other areas in the Rockies have also started badly, though it’s been much better in the east. strong>UPDATED
19th January 2026
Irish Skier is Latest to Die in Avalanche in the Alps
Fresh calls have been made for caution after 25 deaths in the Alps in the past 10 days. UPDATED
18th January 2026
Eight Skiers Die in Avalanches in Austria in One Day
The three avalanches happened on Saturday. They are the latest in a series of avalanches in the Alps with the death toll standing at 23 in the past week alone. UPDATED
17th January 2026
Victory for GB’s Charlotte Bankes
Charlotte Bankes took gold in the latest stage of the Snowboard Cross World Cup with a dominant performance in the Chinese resort of Dongbeiya.
15th January 2026
13 Year Old Boy is Latest Avalanche Fatality
He was swept into an avalanche barrier in Austria and died. Ten people have died in avalanches in the Alps since last weekend with multiple rescues. NEW
15th January 2026
Another Swiss Canton Bans Pyrotechnic Devices
The Swiss canton of Valais is the latest to ban them in all indoor public places. It follows a fire at a bar in the ski resort of Crans-Montana where 40 people were killed and 116 were injured. NEW
14th January 2026
PlanetSKI Gear Review #4 Winter 2025/26
In our fourth gear review Alf tests value for money ski wear from Tog24 and H&M, Salomon and H&M goggles, Helly Hansen gloves along with the Roc Blanc hardshell jacket offering year round wear.
13th January 2026
Worker Freezes to Death at Olympic Site
A security guard was found dead during a night shift at an Olympic construction site in the Italian Alps. An investigation is underway.
13th January 2026
It’s the January Ski Sales on PlanetSKI
The January Ski Holiday Sales are in progress. Check out some great ski deals and discount offers here…. UPDATED
12th January 2026
GB Athletes in Action This Week
It’s an action-packed week with many of our major stars in action as the countdown continues to the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics that start in under a month’s time.
11th January 2026
More Avalanches in the Alps with ‘High’ Risk in Places
There have been further avalanches with one sweeping over a blue piste in St Foy and hitting four people. A British skier was among six people who died last weekend in the French Alps. UPDATED
11th January 2026
At Least Three Dead in Avalanches in France
Two separate avalanches have claimed the lives of three off-piste skiers in the French Alps on Saturday. We have first reports of further fatalities on Sunday. UPDATED
10th January 2026
Co-Owner of Crans-Montana Bar Detained As Switzerland Remembers
40 people died in the fire at a bar in the ski resort on New Year’s Eve. The detention came as Switzerland held a national day of mourning. UPDATED
9th January 2026
National Day of Mourning for Crans-Montana Fire Victims
Government officials and politicians from Switzerland and abroad, as well as representatives of various religions, are attending the memorial service in Martigny on Friday. UPDATED
9th January 2026
A New Ski Instructor Qualification
PlanetSKI’s Katy Dartford spends 4 days in Switzerland trying out the new European Ski Instructor Qualification – PSIE.
7th January 2026
Crans-Montana Bar Not Safety Checked for Five Years
A catalogue of errors is emerging following the fire at Le Constellation Bar in the Swiss resort that killed 40 people & injured 116. Questions are asked about regulation authorities. UPDATED
6th January 2026
Victims of Crans-Montana Bar Fire Identified
Forty people were killed when a fire tore through a busy venue in Crans-Montana on New Year’s Eve. NEW
5th January 2026
Plans for Longest UK Indoor Slope Get the Go Ahead
Plans for the slope at Rhydycar West in Wales have been approved by local councilors. Skiers & snowboarders have welcomed the move.
5th January 2026
Ski Patrol Strike in US Resort Gets Bitter
The dispute has been going on over two weeks and now the resort management team has launched a recruitment campaign to hire temporary workers in a bid to reopen the mountain.
3rd January 2026
Two People Die in Avalanches in Italy
The accidents happened in Piedmont and in the north eastern Italian region of Veneto. Poor weather hindered rescue efforts.
2nd January 2026
Global Ski Community Pulls Together to Support Crans-Montana
The tragedy has been felt across the ski world. It is one of the worst disasters in a ski resort in recent times. PlanetSKI editor, James Cove, assesses its impact, historical position & reaction from the ski world.
1st January 2026
French Managers of Crans-Montana Bar Under Criminal Investigation
Around 40 people died in the blaze at the Constellation Bar in the Swiss resort as New Year Celebrations were underway. UPDATED
1st January 2026
January’s Ski News in Brief
– Why Glaciers Are Melting More than Thought
– USA to Send ICE Agents to Winter Olympics
– Closest Finishes in Winter Olympics
– People Stuck on Canada Ski Lift for 5 Hours
– Pitztal Needs Environmental Assessment to Expand
– US Delegation for Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics …UPDATED
30th December 2025
Three Ski Mountaineers Die in Avalanche in Spain
It is a grim end to 2025 as another avalanche claims the lives of skiers and hikers. It follows two deaths in France, four in Greece and a spate of other incidents.
29th December 2025
Woman Suffocates in Canadian Resort After Falling into Deep Powder
A woman in her late40s has died from likely asphyxiation after falling into a pocket of deep, soft snow near a green run at Sunshine Village Ski Resort. PlanetSKI reports from the resort. UPDATED
27th December 2025
Fatal Avalanches in Europe
In France a mountain guide died near La Plagne and another person perished near Albertville. Four hikers have died in the Greek mountains. UPDATED
22nd December 2025
Caution Urged Off Piste After Death of British Skier
Ski patrollers are urging caution off piste this Christmas week, following the death of a young British skier.
20th December 2025
Snow Camp on BBC Radio 4’s Charity Appeal
Snow Camp, the UK’s only national youth snowsports charity will feature in the BBC Radio 4 Appeal over the festive period. It will shine a spotlight on the charity’s work supporting young people across the UK.
17th December 2025
The Alps Set to Lose Record Number of Glaciers in Next Decade
Almost 80% of the world’s glaciers will be gone by the year 2100, if current climate policies continue, according to a groundbreaking new study.
17th December 2025
PlanetSKI’s Canadian Adventures Continue…Part One
We’re on a 2-month visit. Based in Canmore in Alberta, but with the desire, the vehicle, the contacts & the cash (hopefully) to go further afield. Adventures are unfolding… UPDATED
16th December 2025
There’s More to Innsbruck Than Just the Skiing
The Innsbruck region is renowned for its world-class slopes and endless vistas of perfect pistes. But this winter, visitors will discover that skiing is only the beginning and there are endless opportunities for adventures off the slopes too.
16th December 2025
How Much Protection Do Ski Helmets Offer?
Not as much as some might think according to a new Swiss study. They offer limited protection. Helmet use is widespread with Italy making it compulsory this season. UPDATED
14th December 2025
FIS Tries To Tackle Waste at Snowsports Events
The International Ski & Snowboards Federation, FIS has developed a Waste Management Handbook for Snowsports Events.
13th December 2025
Snow Camp Goes from Strength to Strength
The snowsports charity that helps disadvantaged inner city kids succeed through snowsprts has released its Impact Report.
11th December 2025
Investigation Continues After 16-Year Old Dies in Austrian Terrain Park
The accident occurred at the Absolutpark terrain park in the Shuttleberg Flachauwinkl–Kleinarl area. It is Austria’s largest snowpark with 1.5kms of lines and obstacles. An investigation is underway.
11th December 2025
Arc’teryx Films in London
They are an annual fixture for our start to the season if PlanetSKI is in London. Four short films that make us dream of the season to come and pose important questions.
1st December 2025
December’s Ski News in Brief
– Ski Patroller Dies in Mammoth Mountain
– Five Year Old Boy Dies in Travelator Accident in Japan
– Skiers on Mt Etna as it Erupts
– Rendezvous Music Festival in Jackson Hole
– Telluride Ski Patrollers Go on Strike
– Weekend & Short Break Skiing…. UPDATED
30th November 2025
Good Skiing Continues in Canada but USA Needs Snow
It has been a poor start to winter in many parts of the US with some resorts forced to delay their start. Not so in Canada. PlanetSKI has visited Lake Louise. UPDATED
27th November 2025
Avalanche in Stubai Buries Eight Skiers
Eight people were partially buried and two were treated in hospital. Hundreds of people were involved in the rescue operation. Video of the avalanche has been posted. UPDATED
26th November 2025
Plans for New Ski Slope in Wales Move Forward
Rhydycar West would be the UK’s largest indoor snow centre and become the official headquarters for the UK (GB) and Welsh Olympic and Paralympic snow sports teams.
24th November 2025
What a Start to the Season in Val Thorens!
PlanetSKI was in the high altitude French ski resort for La Grande Premiere – its opening weekend. We have been to a few over the years & this was one of the very best. UPDATED
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