The ASO Journal, Everything Mammoth Mountain

4 Tips for Powder Skiers

Powder skiing, also known as off-piste or backcountry skiing, can be an exhilarating journey, but it can also be quite hazardous. Many experienced skiers prefer taking on these unmarked natural slopes instead of the deliberately designed, groomed, and marked trails found at public resorts. Here are four tips on how to handle the challenges of […] Click to Read This Article

The Most Challenging Trails at Mammoth Mountain

Mammoth Mountain has plenty of trails and features for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities, but don’t be fooled into thinking you won’t be able to find thrills too. From the massive halfpipes in the terrain park to the chutes and bowls that line the summit, there are plenty of options for thrill seekers to […] Click to Read This Article

Mammoth Mountain Forecast for the Weekend of 3/1/19-3/3/19

It’s hard to believe, but we’re already into March of the 2018/19 winter season. We can’t imagine a better place to spend summer than Mammoth Lakes, but if you’re like the ASO Mammoth crew then March rolling around is sad news. Even though Mammoth Mountain had a record setting February, you can expect March to […] Click to Read This Article

What’s a Better Workout: Snowboarding or Skiing?

There’s been a debate for many years about whether skiing or snowboarding burns more calories. Here, we’ll dive into this subject and address the key factors that point to the favored activity for losing weight. The snow sports experts at ASO Mammoth—the premier place for gear, equipment repair, and ski and snowboard rental in Mammoth—break down […] Click to Read This Article

Mammoth Mountain Forecast for the Weekend of 2/22/19-2/24/19

Now that we’re past Wednesday the team at ASO Mammoth has their eyes on the weekend and the forecasted weather. While the past week was full of recovering from President’s Day weekend, continuing to dig out from the latest storm, and just staying warm during the cold snap, the upcoming weekend is shaping up to […] Click to Read This Article

Mammoth Lakes Public Transit Frequently Asked Questions

Mammoth Lakes Shuttle

Travelling to Mammoth without a car? Don’t sweat it. Mammoth Lakes has an excellent public transit system made up of several bus lines that run on a seasonal and year-round schedule. Even though the Eastern Sierra Transit Authority has an easy-to-read route map, if you’ve ever tried to read a subway map in a city […] Click to Read This Article