Back in 1971, everyone wore sunglasses, ditched the beanie and skied powder up their T’s. Times were simpler and the snow was colder, making the 70’s the golden age of skiing.

Skiers: Charlie McWilliams, Pat Bauman, John Clendenin, Bob Griswold, and Jim Stelling

*Video courtesy of marksjohnson5

Barclay Idsal is a seasoned writer and digital content producer with over a decade of experience in the ski industry, where writing and skiing rank as his two all-time favorite pastimes. A passionate advocate...