History
Our Histories encompass speed-skiing records since the mid-1800s to 2000, plus a century-and-a-half Timeline of Important Ski History Dates. As a work in progress, the list of ISHA historical resources is constantly growing, as our archive expands and updates. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, let us know by joining ISHA’s Facebook page
NASTAR: Setting a New Standard
NASTAR, the world's largest recreational racing program, began 50 years ago when this editor wanted to introduce the equivalent of golf's par to the sport of skiing. The environment for people...
1970s NASTAR MEMORIES
NASTAR’s mid-1970s national coordinator fondly remembers the low-tech camaraderie of the racing program’s early days. By 1973, under the direction of former U.S. Ski Team coach and director Bob...
History of Ski Boots
Early boot design was dictated by binding design. The modern era introduced new materials, fit and height that led to a revolution in alpine technique. BY SETH MASIA In the beginning, Norwegian...
Video Retrospective of Harry Leonard Ski Shows
On the occasion of Harry Leonard's 90th birthday, his son Adam offers a charming retrospective video, full of great old photos and clips.
Park City Dispute -- Resolved
Introduction: Vail Resorts and Powdr Corp. on Sept.10 announced the immediate sale of Park City's base and lift facilities to VR, for $182.5 million, resolving the multi-year dispute over which...
Snapshots in Time
1917: LENIN RECOMMENDS SKIING. “Do you ski? Do it without fail! Learn how and set off for the mountains – you must. In the mountains winter is wonderful! It’s sheer delight.” Advice from Vladimir...
Snapshots in Time -- Skiing History, July/August 2014
130 Years Ago NANSEN’S FIRST LONG JOURNEY In the winter of 1884, when Norway's Fridtjof Nansen was 22 years old, he got a foretaste of treks to come. He decided to enter the annual Huseby Hill ski...
Snapshots in Time -- Skiing History, May/June 2014
75 Years Ago ARISTOCRAT DEVELOPER WAS SEARCHING. In Reno, Nevada, a Pan American pilot by the name of Wayne Poulsen showed me a nearby place called Squaw Valley, which was up for sale at the time,...