Nicole Pelletier
Born and raised in Aspen, my kindergarten aspiration (now framed on my wall) stated "What I want to be when I grow up: Ski Bum!"...dreams come true. I have lived and skied all over the world, and after being lured to Utah for an office job with Rossignol, ultimately stepped away from the cubi-cell and returned to work as a freelance writer, artist, and race coach with the Park City Ski Team. When I'm not shoving little groms down race courses, I can be found exploring Utah's incredible backcountry powder or testing gear for Skiing Magazine.
Q & A
How do you like to get down the hill, ski or snowboard?Both
What is your favorite trail?Warm Springs, Sun Valley...first thing in the morning. I challenge you to ski it top to bottom non-stop.
What is your favorite restaurant?Red Iguana, Salt Lake City...best Mex around, if you can find a seat!
What is your favorite off-mountain activity?Surfing, cycling, dorking out with my dog Stinkerbelle, and playing in my art studio.
What is your favorite resort?How can I pick just one here in Utah?! (but I live in Park City)
Deal of the Day
Mountain Hardwear Men's Dome Perignon Beanie
Sale Price: $14.99 (58% Off)
Retail Price: $35.95
Offering high elevation performance and yes, even style, the Mountain Hardwear Men's Dome Perignon Beanie is a windproof fleece hat that continues to be a top seller. Made from Polartec Thermal Pro Nailhead fleece on top, this fleece beanie is lined with AirShield Elite to stop cold winds from penetrating and has a stretch panel at the back to create a snug fit. The fleece-lined earband is soft and the entire hat remains breathable to help vent sweat when activity levels increase. Weighing in at less than 3 ounces, this winter hat is versatile enough to pack for backpacking trips during all 4 seasons and is comfy enough to help you catch some ZZZs on a cross-Atlantic flight. Customers say the windproof fabric cuts down on your ability to hear but agree that it is a worthy tradeoff for superior wind protection. From a spring ski tour in the Rockies to a winter walk along the cliffs of Lake Superior, the Mountain Hardwear Dome Perignon Beanie for men is a versatile favorite with a high warmth-to-weight ratio. MORE DEALS