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SASS Japan Snow Totals in January

Posted By: Burns
Posted In: Japan, Snow, Travel
November 17, 2016
Comments Off on SASS Japan Snow Totals in January

One of our favorite things about SASS Japan is that it runs throughout the month of January. Although the ski areas of North America and Europe are still building their base, we are right in the middle of some...

Posted By: Burns
Posted In: Gear, Japan, Snow, Travel
November 17, 2016
Comments Off on Gear Guide for SASS Japan: Softgoods

In case you didn’t know, the weather in Japan is cold. Like really cold. Kiroro especially, due to its proximity to the Sea of Japan and amount of moisture contained in the air, is home to some very chilly...

Posted By: Burns
Posted In: Press, Snow, Travel
November 17, 2016
Comments Off on SASS Bids Farewell to Dr. Wes Mills, SASS Family Hero and Legend

September 28, 2016 — BOSTON, MA. Today, SASS lost a longtime Family member as the world said goodbye to Dr. Wesley Mills; skier, mountain biker, our team dentist… and quite simply one of the best guys we’ve ever known.

Posted By: Burns
Posted In: Education, Japan, Snow, Travel
November 17, 2016
Comments Off on How To Ski and Snowboard in Japan

Last week we gave you five good reasons to visit Japan. Now that you’re (hopefully) sold on sending it on the trip of a lifetime this winter, it’s time to prepare mentally and physically for your journey to the...

Posted By: Burns
Posted In: Argentina, Education, Gear, Snow, Travel
November 17, 2016
Comments Off on Learn to Tour at SASS Argentina

If you’re considering coming to SASS Argentina this summer or (even better) if you’re already registered, you already know how to ride a chairlift up and make your way downhill on your skis/board. But what about if there are...

Posted By: Burns
Posted In: Japan, Snow, Travel
November 17, 2016
Comments Off on 5 Reasons You Need to Go Skiing in Japan

It’s time to start planning out your ski season for the upcoming winter, for people in US check these Boise ski destinations. You could enjoy the season at your home resort, maybe take a trip out west, or trek...

Posted By: Burns
Posted In: Gear, Press, Snow
November 17, 2016
Comments Off on Announcing Our Newest Partner: DPS Skis

It’s not every day that you get to partner with an industry leading, high end ski company… That’s why we are SO stoked to announce our new partnership with DPS Skis. To compliment the badass terrain we access every...

Posted By: Burns
Posted In: Argentina, Gear, Press, Snow
November 17, 2016
Comments Off on Like Free Gear? Look No Further…

In case you haven’t heard, our partnership with eyewear company ZEAL Optics is continuing, and we are more stoked than ever for what’s in store. With our common goals in terms of adventure, exploration and travel as well as...

Posted By: Burns
Posted In: Argentina, Chile, Snow
November 17, 2016
Comments Off on Q&A with Skylar Holgate

There are seasonal snowboard guides, and then there are guides who eat, breath, and live for snowboarding year round. It’s a no-brainer that Skylar Holgate represents the latter, and in doing this he’s found a way to stay on...

Posted By: Burns
Posted In: Argentina, Snow, Travel
November 17, 2016
Comments Off on Argentina Reciprocity Fee WAIVED

Since the early days of SASS’s South American expeditions, Argentina has charged what they call a “Reciprocity Fee” for US, Canadian, and Australian citizens to enter the country in order to receive their 90-day travel visa. After the fee...