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🏄♂️ U.S. Surfing leadership battle intensifies ahead of LA28 Olympic decision.
⛷️ Lucas Braathen wins historic World Cup slalom, delivering Brazil’s first victory.
🫁 Freediver sets new breath-hold world record, redefining human endurance limits.
🏔️ Incredible glass shelter cabin in the Italian Alps to be ready before 2026 Olympics
🏁 Races to Watch / Sign Up For
🎙️ Brand Partnerships
🔜 Upcoming Events
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❄️ Current Snow Report
*Base depths reflect the lowest reported elevation.
USA Surfing secures management after rival withdraws
One of Trestles Beach's defining features are the cobblestones that help maintain the shore and create a distinct A-frame wave for surfing. (Link)
U.S. Ski and Snowboard withdrew bid to manage Olympic surfing team
Utah-based snow sports group wanted to create action sports empire
Battle was about funding, sponsorships, and Southern California pride
Lower Trestles in San Clemente will host 2028 Olympic surfing
USA Surfing must still prove financial management to Olympic Committee
Why it matters? Southern California's surf culture stays in local hands for the world's biggest sporting stage, preserving authenticity over corporate expansion.
First-ever Alpine World Cup win for Brazil as Braathen switches allegiance
Braathen storms to victory in opening slalom race in Levi, Finland
Historic first Alpine World Cup win for Brazil after nationality switch
French star Clément Noel finishes second, three tenths behind winner
Finland's Eduard Hallberg claims first-ever World Cup podium in third
Top-ranked skiers Kristoffersen (13th) and Meillard (14th) struggle
Why it matters? A historic Brazilian victory reshapes expectations in men’s slalom and highlights shifting global talent.
Croatian athlete pushes human limits with oxygen-assisted feat
Croatian Vitomir Maričić sets new record at 29 minutes, 3 seconds
Previous record of 24:37 crushed by nearly 5 minutes
Record achieved using pure oxygen for 10 minutes before attempt
Non-oxygen record stands at 11:54 by Serbian diver Branko Petrovic
Big wave surfers train freediving techniques for brutal wipeout survival
Why it matters? These record breath holds show how far human training can push survival and performance limits.
Crystal-inspired refuge debuts at 2026 Milan Winter Olympics
Italian design firm CRA created bivouac inspired by rock formations
3D-scanned Alpine landscape to harmonize structure with surroundings
Features energy production, water harvesting through air condensation
Will showcase in Milan before airlift to permanent Alpine location
Design minimizes visual impact while maximizing mountaineer functionality
Why it matters? This design reimagines mountain safety: blending shelter, sustainability, and architecture ahead of the 2026 Olympics.
🗞️ Other Headlines
🚴 Pogačar's VO2 Max reaches high 90s, confirming him as a physiological GOAT with power outputs exceeding 7w/kg.
🚵 Top 5 winter riding destinations in the U.S. include Sedona, Tucson, St. George, Las Vegas, and Phoenix.
🚴 The TransAmerica Trail spans 4,200 miles from Oregon to Virginia, taking roughly three months to complete.
🏁 Races to Watch / Sign Up For
🧸 The Bear 100 adopts a lottery system for 2026 registration opening November 15-December 15, 2025. [100m]
Lottery date: December 27, 2025 with 300 general spots plus 50 reserved entries.
🌵 The Arches Marathon features stunning red rock desert terrain with elevation gains up to 2,979 feet. [15k/Half/Full/50k]
Registration open now with free camping at Mad Moose Base Camp for participants.
🏃🏼♂️➡️ C'mon Armageddon tests runners through technical boulder fields and river crossings in northern New Jersey. [5m/10m/50k]
50K mandatory gear includes GPX device, headlamp, 1L hydration, and 400 calories minimum.
🏃 Midwest States 100 is on June 14 in Okoboji, Iowa [100 miles/100k]
Registration is currently open for this UTMB qualifier race
🎙️ Brand Partnerships
🎥 Mountains on Stage is back in NYC on December 9th; Use code CLUBSW25 to receive 20% off tickets
🥬 AG1 Introductory offer worth $130, just in time for the holidays
🔜 Upcoming Events
🧊 Sauna & Ice Bath Social at OtherShip is on 12/5. Come sweat with the group!
⏱️ FKT Highlight: Mt Marcy (NY)
Sam Trioli logged the [Unsupported] FKT on Mt. Marcy for the up & back variation on October 26, 2025. He completed the run in snowy conditions in 4h 11m 54s.
There is a lot of time left on the table for other men as the current FKT for this variation is from Sarah Keyes in 2h 45m 6s in March of 2020.
Mt. Marcy route
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