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The Best Après Ski Bars in Aspen, Colorado

Aspen and après are essentially interchangeable. If you're looking for a great après bar, a big party, tasty restaurant, or bottomless happy hour, Aspen has it.  Aspen consistently tops the list of...

The Best Après Ski Bars in Steamboat, Colorado

Après bars in Steamboat are good — and you'd expect that from a town that consistently ranks top 10 in the nation for the après life. Since I’ve been fortunate enough to pass through a few times wh...

The Best Après Ski Bars in South Lake Tahoe

Finding the best après ski bars in South Lake Tahoe (SLT) is like shooting fish in a barrel — they’re hard to miss. You'll find a plethora of relaxed outdoor fire pits and a high density of bars an...

The Best Après Bars in Killington, Vermont

Killington is widely recognized as one of the best ski destinations in the Northeast when it comes to après ski bars and nightlife. The long access road is littered with restaurants and bars, meani...

The Best Après Ski Bars at Okemo, Vermont

To preface, I love Okemo. I grew up a weekend warrior, traveling up from Boston to Ludlow until my family moved to Vermont so I could pursue skiing full time. Ludlow holds a place close to my heart...

Ski Trip Packing List Tips

Packing for a ski trip the right way is the key to getting the most out of your ski vacation. Having the right list of gear is definitely not rocket science, but there are a few tips and tricks you...

So, you want to work in the ski industry?

  There’s a saying in the industry that goes like this: “People get into the ski industry to ski more — and people get out of the ski industry to ski more.” Before I tell you what this actually me...

How I Started A Ski Company

Hello, My name is Cyrus Schenck and I run a ski company. People say I have the best job in the world — but let me set the record straight. It’s been 11 years since I started Renoun and it’s been...

What does a ski company do in the summer?

I’m constantly asked what we do when there’s no snow. The answer? EVERYTHING. We work almost non-stop from August through March so by the time we’ve got a chance to breathe in April we’re more than...

Best Cars for Skiing

Strap in, there is better way to get to the mountain this time year. These are the best cars to get you, your gear, and your ski buddy out skiing. There are plenty others to choose from, but these ...

Tesla Skis for Elon Musk

  Press Kit >    As a company centered around innovation, the high-tech ski company RENOUN has a perpetual soft spot for Elon Musk and the companies he’s created. RENOUN always felt someone lik...

RENOUN Wins ISPO Gold - again

RENOUN wins the top award for the best ski innovation technology this year.

The Citadel wins POWDER Magazine Skier's Choice Award

We are excited to announce the winner of Skier Choice award: The Citadel  The Citadel has a double helping of RENOUN’s esteemed (and patented) ride-smoothing “HDT” technology and a powerful, snapp...

Best SUVs for Skiing

Skiing is a lifestyle. For the best experience you need the right equipment, clothing and transportation. Vehicles must be safe and winter friendly. And, cargo space matters. While many folks rack ...

The Best Après Bars in Stowe, Vermont

After hurtling down Stowe’s famous slopes, park your skis and join the nightlife for a much-deserved drink. As the sun dips west, you’ll find that the best après ski spots show off true mountain-li...

Business People-Vermont write-up on RENOUN

"A material that’s changed the way we ski ... and more to come Cyrus Schenck of Renoun Skis in Burlington took an idea he had while in a science class and turned it into a material that, when used...

The Ski Diva Reviews RENOUN's Z-77 Ski

A review of the Z-77 by The Ski Diva: "My first day on them was ideal for putting them to the test: 2-3 inches of fresh powder that was eventually scraped away to reveal a surface of alternately pa...

Why you shouldn’t consider technology when choosing a ski

Here’s a surprise for ya. At Renoun, we pride ourselves on our patented technology and it's ability to make a smoother ride. So why would I put this on the “unimportant” list? Ski “technology” is ...

Why you shouldn’t consider brand when choosing a ski

I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve heard someone say “I’m surprised this is an XYZ ski!!” because they typically prefer another brand. We’re here to tell you to throw brand loyalty out the w...

Why you shouldn’t consider quality when choosing a ski

Ok, hear me out. Yes, ski quality does matter, but in all my years designing and building skis, I’ve learned this:  Every company has their good models and their cheap models, and every company has...

Ski Waist Width Explained – How to pick the right width

When deciding the right waist width for you, remember you're picking for the conditions you actually ride, not the one you wish you were riding (that's what powder skis are for). Keep in mind that ...

Ski Camber, Rocker, & Sidecut – Everything you need to know

Camber, rocker, and sidecut. When we design skis, these 3 elements dictate a vast amount of a ski’s performance and feel on snow. Along with waist width, these attributes will play heavily into the...

Ski Weight – Why a ski’s weight matters (but not that much)

The weight of a ski can definitely affect your skiing, but don’t let it have the final say in what you pick. Weight differences are (mostly) minimal I will tell you that any weight difference unde...