The ASO Journal, Everything Mammoth Mountain

What Is the Most Important Gear for Skiing?

What Are the Top Skiing Essentials in Mammoth Lakes, CA

Skiing is certainly one of the many fun ways to enjoy the winter season. As you prepare to hit the fresh powder at popular resorts like Mammoth Mountain, it’s important to have everything you’ll need to safely ski to your heart’s content. Below, the snow sports experts from ASO Mammoth, the premier destination for gear, […] Click to Read This Article

How to Prepare Your Snowboard or Skis for Winter

Whether snow has hit your favorite mountain already or you’re still waiting for the first storm of the year, if you’re anything like the ASO Mammoth team then knowing that we’re so close to winter has you ready to do absolutely anything related to skiing or snowboarding. If you have snow nearby, then get out […] Click to Read This Article

Can I Snowboard with Regular Boots?

Can You Use Normal Boots on a Snowboard in Mammoth Lakes, CA

It would be nice if you could just use any old boots for snowboarding and call it a day. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. You need boots specifically designed for this particular winter activity. Below are some tips on finding the right boots to have a safe and fun time snowboarding during the upcoming winter […] Click to Read This Article

Should I Wear a Mask when I Ski?

Ski masks are designed to provide added warmth when you’re out and about enjoying the fresh powder at popular resorts like Mammoth Mountain. While some skiers don’t mind wearing ski masks, others may wonder if a ski mask is actually necessary. Below, the snow sports experts from ASO Mammoth, the premier spot for Mammoth ski […] Click to Read This Article

Skier and Snowboarder Gift Guide for Black Friday

Buying Gifts for Skiers and Snowboarders is about as hard as skiing and snowboarding themselves. To start, there’s a ton of skiing and snowboard gear out there, and if you’re not a skier or a snowboarder yourself then it can be hard to tell what’s right to buy. Even if you are a skier or […] Click to Read This Article

What’s Open at Mammoth Mountain for November 2022?

November at Mammoth Mountain typically means a few runs open with more terrain gradually opening throughout the month. November 2022 has been completely different thanks to a series of early season storms that has dumped between 4 and 6 feet of snow on the mountain. Riding powder this early in the year is a rare […] Click to Read This Article

Mammoth Mountain Opening Day & Our Favorite Events

It’s happening! With the first storm of the year bringing in up to 16″, it seems winter has arrived in Mammoth Lakes! The ASO Mammoth team couldn’t be more excited, but we also know that many people still want to enjoy every last bit off fall before the seasons change. If that’s you, then our […] Click to Read This Article