a beautiful day SKIING at SUN VALLEY in 2022 | vanlife idaho

Season 03, Episode 05 - this day skiing at sun valley might be the most beautiful day i have had in a while. sun valley is located up in ketchum, idaho and is mostly known for their beautiful scenery and long runs.
this was only my second time here, but i was completely blown away at just how beautiful sun valley is. we had a great day skiing and relaxing in a nearby hot tub.
0:00 intro
0:30 morning
1:55 sun valley/breakfast
4:35 skiing
17:19 evening adventure
20:18 dinner/outro
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[@LucasCatania17]

this is by far one of the most beautiful days ive ever had and one of my most favorite vlogs i have put together for several reasons. i hope you enjoy the video as much as i enjoyed filming and putting it together. this is just a pure example of my love for making videos and telling stories. i know its long, but the views are worth it! live stream tomorrow at 615 MST!!

[@johnbilliris]

The longer the better! Great stuff dude

[@rogerpaulson1169]

Glad you enjoyed Sun Valley this year. I love this mountain and surrounding area. Wish you would of shown the historic Round House lodge on the mountain. So fun to see your videos. Keep up the great work.

[@ActionXander]

My only complaint was that this video wasn't 30min long 🤣😀

[@bradleyengel1225]

I love how you put the run names, it really helps orient myself

[@BreauxSegreto]

Beautiful indeed!

[@davidhalesmith2491]

Hey there Lucas. First time to watch one of your videos this season after binging so many episodes last year. I’m heading to Sun Valley for the first time in a few weeks so I was thrilled to find this one. Great work as always. Wish me luck and good snow out there in Idaho!

[@dylanloveless02]

I feel like the shots and camera work just keep getting better. The 360 shot on the chairlift... even the crash haha. Meals keep looking insane!!! Keep up the amazing hard work! Also, would you recommend those zipline goggles/lenses as an all-purpose lens?

[@LucasCatania17]

Thank you so much Dylan 🙏🏽 really appreciate that man. And yes I would recommend them for sure! Definitely a good 1 lens system!

[@COLEBURRUP]

@@LucasCatania17 you gotta go to brundage it so beautiful up on bluebird mountain

[@fredrunzer9264]

This was my favorite video of the season! The music, the editing, and the vibe were just all so good. Thank you for dropping these bangers!!

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you fred!! this was my favorite video of the season so far too! thank YOU for watching the videos.

[@sorenjones]

It looks much better than last season was, though still icy. It's amazing that even in terrible conditions, there's always a good chance to find untracked snow! Just last Sunday at Stevens Pass, Seventh Heaven had some less-packed and untracked spots!

[@LucasCatania17]

yup definitely some iffy conditions up top with the freeze/thaw pattern, but overall a good weekend. did you hear about the avalanche up there?

[@choski76]

WATCHING THIS POST THANKSGIVING 2022. Makes me wanna go there. not easy for an east coaster to get to.. maybe March. you are a true road warrior. driving all those miles and creating awesome videos,.. thank you.

[@justinbayola]

What a great episode! Thanks Lucas for taking us along for the ride.

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks brother. Hope you enjoyed 🤘🏽

[@ynot0714]

Your Love for professionalism shows Lucas! Had it all planned for SV in March 2020 til COVID shut down all the mountains the week before. Was bummed but we will make it there. Top notch video!

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks Tony! That’s a bummer man. You should definitely plan another trip out there soon mt friend

[@jiljin1]

Happy for you. Great views, hot springs, and magical twilight. Everything is clicking for you these days.

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks jacek. i have definitely been getting lucky with these trips and i am grateful for how they have been coming together.

[@amandavokoun178]

Still absolutely love watching your videos. Your videography and storytelling continue to improve even when it was so amazing in the beginning. The mountains are so beautiful and love seeing the slow motion shots with the snow flying up in the air. Your adventure in Stanley was incredible! I love the random people you meet on adventures. You are right--its moments like those that make traveling worth it.

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you so much amanda. i have been very grateful for your support over the years as you have always come around no matter what videos i am putting out, so thank you for that. it was certainly one of those trips that i will remember forever and i think i got pretty lucky with how everything worked out. traveling isnt always easy, but its incredibly rewarding during times like this.

[@chrisberg4952]

This is a Good way to see what's coming up. be there

[@tntsher]

I only skied Sun Valley once on a trip to Idaho with my Cousin, skiing also at Bogus and Tamarack. Absolutely loved the steep fall line skiing and lack of crowds that pushed us to a 40K plus vertical day. One of my favorite days I've ever had as well. The Challenger Lift with it's 3100+ vertical was a great way to make our last 3 nonstop laps and that hot spring you enjoyed would've been a welcome relief for some thumping quads. Totally enjoy your videos and I have a Hero Max arriving in a couple days after seeing all of your footage with it.

[@JHSports]

This episode was great, everything about it, one of my favorite episodes in any season, this was just top notch keep up the great work

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks josh!! one of my favorites too!

[@wyattnichols8643]

I love doing that mini hike after getting a couple inches of snow. The views and the fresh turns are so worth it. My personal favorite video so far. 🤘🏻

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks wyatt! that hike would be awesome with some fresh snow!

[@fwysurfer]

I really enjoy all of your videos, it's funny, I find myself binge watching!!

[@jpickle4982]

Beautiful for sure, love that you explore areas along your travels I am sure you get to meet all kinds of interesting people along the way. Another great video Lucas, always a pleasure.

[@LucasCatania17]

Thank you Julie! Appreciate your support on the channel over the year!!

[@adventurercarlo115]

That's my favorite place to snowboard, the amount of groomed runs and terrain feels endlesss!

[@LucasCatania17]

That’s awesome Carlo!

[@dkstar9540]

I went to palisades and alpine meadows this weekend and the snow wasn’t great. But it was a fun trip! Love the videos Lucas!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks man! i heard the snow in california is pretty rough right now but at least you got out on the sticks!

[@bjbhehir]

We haven't had snow for a month in Tahoe. I heard Squaw wasn't that good, Rose has been nice but very crowded on the weekends.

[@ActionXander]

Sun Valley looks incredibly beautiful! Definitely putting it on my list to visit next season. Those bowl runs looked like an absolute blast! I absolutely love visiting hot springs! A must do after a long day on the mountain 🏔️🙏🏻

[@LucasCatania17]

Dude it’s so nice man. Just wish they got a bit more snow but the scenery is beautiful. The bowls are really nice. And there’s so many hot springs around Idaho it’s wild brother 🤘🏽

[@ActionXander]

@@LucasCatania17 absolutely jealous and that golden hour/sunset was *chef's kiss* thank you for another amazing vlog 🙏🏻

[@likebotting784]

@@LucasCatania17 if only you were here the week of christmas. some of the best days I’ve had

[@j-dogoverthehill2406]

Awesome video. Thanks for sharing with the world how beautiful Idaho is. We are very spoiled with beauty here in the Gem State!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks for watching! idaho is so underrated!

[@thejewz69]

Love the videos Lucas! I'm living vicariously through you until my upcoming Colorado ski trip at the end of February!

[@LucasCatania17]

Ah that’s awesome man! I’m stoked for your trip!!

[@rolansereny7565]

Love this! I totally notice how much better your vlogs look with your new GoPro cameras. Love the shots, and the Max selfie shots with the floating pole. Very nice as always! Thx Lucas.

[@LucasCatania17]

Rolan thank you brother. Really appreciate the support on the channel over the year and I’m stoked the footage is looking better!

[@ulthric670]

Love your videos Lucas. I'm going to Sun Valley in mid-late March for a week, it will be my first ski trip out west. Can't wait!

[@LucasCatania17]

thats amazing man! im stoked for you. that will be beautiful spring skiing! bring your sunscreen!

[@Capshockey1234]

Stunning shots absolutely gorgeous. That sunset…..

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks lucas! the sunset was surreal man.

[@donnagilio8938]

I skied there the week before you were there and YES, what a beautiful mountain! loved the long runs and the views were insane! it snowed 6" the night before and a clear bluebird day on saturday. what a mountain!

[@LucasCatania17]

wow that sounds amazing! 6 inches of fresh at sun valley would be incredible!

[@markwinter5285]

What a stunning looking mountain! Thanks for showing us around. As I sit in my lounge in Melbourne Australia it’s 95 degrees today. Can’t wait to get back over there. Cheers Lucas.

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks mark! its a beautiful area. and wow that is extremely hot haha. enjoy the summer!

[@dankelley6423]

Those views are something else. Definitely a dream to ski in an environment like that, even with some scratchy snow

[@LucasCatania17]

Exactly man! Hard to beat skiing underneath views like that!

[@HKOUTDOORS205]

The shots were amazing as usual! That spring is also so cool, what a good way to chill after a day of skiing!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks so much hannah!!

[@drewfuhrman7193]

Love the channel so much, my favorite KZbin to watch right now!!! Keep up the great work and watch the subscribers grow

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you drew! really appreciate you watching.

[@snowstash]

We are LOVVVVINNNGG season 3 - cant wait till we can get back to be riding on the same mountains as you :)

[@LucasCatania17]

awesome! stoked you are enjoying the new season!!

[@petermeglis]

Dude I can feel your passion come through the videos, it's super inspiring, this was a great video! I can't believe there was like nobody skiing there and the views were just incredible! I gotta make it up there at some point. Also, dinner game on point

[@LucasCatania17]

peter - thank you man. that really means a lot to me. i dont think i waited in a single line all weekend and the views were spectacular. i think it is definitely worth it for a chill weekend trip!

[@fredrunzer9264]

I loved the music in the beginning, super relaxing. It set a good vibe for the whole vid

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks fred! i liked it too. i try to start off with something mellow/chill before getting into the skiing!

[@Shop_Teacher]

Awesome work Lucas! Always looking forward to the next video!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks rob!

[@Migueiii65]

What I Love About SunValley Is That Is Not As Crowded As Most Resorts

[@gordonsenzer6986]

I like this video. I am planning a trip to SV late this coming December and want to see what it looks like. Your video gave me a better perspective than any trail map. Thanks.

[@jameslynch2372]

Awesome video. I was there in December. Skied some of the same spots. Planning to return in March. Keep up the great work. Videos are getting better each trip.

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks james! i bet it was great in December with the snowfall! march will be beautiful for spring skiing!

[@gailabbey9285]

Wow!! Great scenery, especially apres-ski hot tub sunset. I've never been to Idaho. Gotta get there. Thanks for another great video Lucas!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks for watching gail! idaho is so underrated!!

[@mattpike8189]

Bluebird day. Some unreal views. Looks so good!

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you matt! it truly was a spectacular day out on the hill!

[@un1t453]

YESSSSS!!! THE YOGURT FUND!!!! Also that Glades run looked like a real quad killer

[@LucasCatania17]

hah yes dude the yogurt fund! and yeah man it was tough on the quads

[@greghughes6449]

Another stellar episode! Thats all I can say. Nice work!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks greg! i appreciate you taking the time to watch!

[@desertratsummers]

The best one yet! I’m a Layton guy and my wife’s family is in Twin Falls so I’ve skied Pomerelle and Sun Valley. Thanks for putting out the awesome videos you do!

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you for watching man!! i almost went to pomerelle but it looked really small

[@MC-hv7kz]

Have to say your channel is severely underrated, your overall footage, film angles, music, and editing are top notch. I expect your subscriber count to snowball here soon, you are definitely earning it with your quality of content. Also thanks for the shout out on the hot sauce, was curious as well since it always looks so good on your breakfast. lol. Keep up the good work, your videos are getting me pumped for my upcoming trip to Park City.

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you very much. that really means a lot to me. i put a lot of work into the videos so i am glad they are reaching the right people. and for sure! i had no idea people were curious about the hot sauce haha. i really appreciate you taking the time to watch the video and even more to leave a comment. im stoked for your trip to park city!

[@davidfillmore3151]

The creative way you mix up your videos and narrative is interesting and fun to watch . . . a day in the life!

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks David!

[@steeenab2306]

One of my favs. Ty for sharing ur amazing day. And evening. I totally am gonna do a hot spring now. Lol. Blessings

[@LucasCatania17]

thank YOU for watching Christina! :D

[@matthewcrainmd3698]

You are literally the best KZbinr out there - you deserve way more publicity for your cinematography

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you so much man.

[@smumm]

If there is one thing I wish North America had more of.. it's hot spring spots like that! It's honestly one of best parts about skiing in Japan. As always, thank you for the amazing content Lucas!

[@LucasCatania17]

That’s amazing Sean! Didn’t know there were so many hot springs in Japan! Thanks man!!

[@kadenmetzler3235]

Breakfast on point!

[@LucasCatania17]

and dinner!!

[@dicksonmclean1615]

Let’s go dude 10k!! Well deserved!! What a sick day!!

[@LucasCatania17]

lets goo dude!!!

[@jeffparker2679]

Very cool video. Just watching you Ski Sun Valley brought back some great memories of my last visit right before COVID shut everything down. Camera work is always right on and the music you choose seems to really capture the moment. I was just up in Jackson last week skiing some of the same lines you were two weeks ago. Now after watching this I kind of want to make a Sun Valley trip this year as well. Keep it up brother!

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you for watching jeff! hope you had a good time up at jackson dude! thats an incredible mountain isnt it? sun valley is great too and well worth a trip up to experience the mountain and town of ketchum!

[@tylerbuss9755]

just found you lucas! crushable stuff man. keep up the good work!

[@milesh9053]

i’ve been to sun valley over the summer so many times but never in the winter. it’s so beautiful there!

[@LucasCatania17]

thats amazing miles! i have never been in the summer haha but i want to go this year!

[@louismacpherson1122]

LOVE your content man, keep it up! Your food looks mega btw ;) Hope you have a great day

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you louis! really appreciate you taking the time to watch it!

[@daviddreyfuss1529]

another great video at an historic, iconic ski resort...but the best was the beautiful sunset over the hot springs hot tub...too bad there are no hot springs at Alta... 🙂

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks David. Definitely a history-rich ski resort and the hot tub just made it that much more special!

[@briantgore]

Really fun video. Your positive vibes really came thru the screen.

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks brian! stoked you enjoyed the video and the positivity came through!

[@allMala]

Stayed up late on a work day just to watch this, and I’m GLAD I did! Another awesome vid🤝🤘

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks Rick!! Get some rest brother

[@john2605]

First video I've seen, glad I found this channel. This is so well put together, nice job.

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks john! welcome to the channel!

[@dermotdrew8932]

So cool you went to Sun Valley. Just went there over Christmas break and the conditions were awesome. The resort is so nice and the scenery is beautiful. I’ve been watching you for a while and it’s so sick to see you grow. Keep up the great content!

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you man. thats awesome you got out there over christmas. did you get fresh snow while you were there? i feel like it would be an awesome mountain on a pow day!

[@dermotdrew8932]

The last day we were there it snowed a good amount. You’re exactly right it’s an awesome mountain on a pow day. Definitely one of the best days I’ve gone skiing. Also on most of the groomed trails they make great snow every night so there’s usually always good snow if you know where to find it!

[@michaelstape5437]

Sick video ... Scenery was awesome. Makes me remember to take time to appreciate the surroundings and take in the moment 👍

[@LucasCatania17]

Exactly man! Can’t forget to check out the beautiful mountains around the resort!

[@zacharyanderson8537]

Bring from Idaho I’m bias but exactly why I love Idaho! It’s beautiful, essentially that area! Middle of Idaho is a secret gem

[@LucasCatania17]

Ah that’s amazing. Idaho is so underrated!

[@camilojimenez6216]

Lucas! Really love your channel. If I may send some advice. I also believed that in the US West late January was best. What I am discovering is that March is when the snow fall is there. This year has been dry but March was the best performing Would love to meet up and do a lap one day. Your the greatest ! Really enjoyed your Snowbird video watching you doing the cirque with such little snow Real Courage

[@maxschaffner]

Another solid video dawgieeeee, hell yeeeeeee

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks brother ♥️

[@brandonmullins6862]

hell yeah, boatbox is a classic

[@LucasCatania17]

stoked i got to experience it man!

[@ellaronci2703]

Such a beautiful day! great vid!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks ella!!

[@ryanr.182]

love your content. headed to Sun Valley this weekend. thank you for a conditions sneakpeek.

[@LucasCatania17]

awesome man! have fun dude.

[@SkylarRace]

Dude your videos are seriously rad! Keep up the awesome content.

[@LucasCatania17]

Thank you so much man 🙏🏽

[@cliang001]

Epic Cinematography on this one. Gorgeous shots.

[@LucasCatania17]

chin thank you brother!! stoked you like the shots.

[@PolarMafiaProduction]

love the video, camera and video shots are amazing! keep up the good work!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks man!! will do brother!

[@grandillusion52]

Awesome dude, wow. That tub looked amazing. That was my favorite part of this one. Ahhh what views man, gives me solace as I grind out another day behind a computer screen! :D

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks brother. the tub was something special. and you and me both man - another day working behind a screen..

[@crazyweirdproductions]

Sat in that tub a time or two! Gotta love them hidden gems 💎!

[@LucasCatania17]

heck yeah man! hopefully it stays that way!

[@rainmaker3700]

The music was legit as always!

[@LucasCatania17]

heck yeah man!!

[@jackmerijanian569]

I don’t even ski and Idaho looks like fun! Enjoyed the video Lucas. Stay safe dude.

[@LucasCatania17]

Haha thanks jack! Idaho is extremely underrated

[@louise2536]

OMG what a beautiful place! I can't wait to take my girls out west at one point! You are living the life, making amazing content, keep going you are awesome!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks lou! i am so stoked for you to bring your daughters out west. its an incredible place. thank you for taking the time to watch!

[@georgecuster527]

Best ski video ever .

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks George!!

[@nickhexum01]

The Glades looks like an awesome run. I would totally ski that, just not NEARLY as fast as you. 🤣

[@johnsherwood6395]

Great job as always Lucas

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you john!!

[@liamsthomas]

Your on the come up bro, god content and tons of uploads

[@LucasCatania17]

i appreciate that man. we will see.

[@kalanstraley8000]

I love Stanley, I live only an hour from there and I’ve been to that hot springs many times, a little farther there’s a lot of historical sites that are also fun to check out.

[@LucasCatania17]

ah thats amazing! that tub is as far as ive ever made it in stanley haha

[@cadenpowell9490]

That's where I live and one of my favorite lines is collage to flying squirrel to Frenchman's

[@LucasCatania17]

that sounds amazing man!!

[@nickkucera1373]

the music really matched the vibe your editing is so good

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks nick! i really enjoyed the music in this one!

[@gptballa228]

Would have to say I wasn’t sure this was going to beat Se2 ep77 as my favorite episode yet, but that ending was straight fireworks! Mega feels this might have taken the cake.

[@LucasCatania17]

oh heck yeah man! that heavenly episode was one of my favorites, too but this one might be my new favorite haha

[@mattrubino4930]

Just banger after banger, guy doesn’t miss

[@LucasCatania17]

appreciate that matt!

[@rexcarlson3464]

Enjoyed Living it up nice I did ski reports for salt lake radio For many years .so I can appreciate

[@LucasCatania17]

awesome rex! cheers!

[@jbarkley1858]

Warm Springs Lift is where Lucas took off. Follow the road west and look for steaming spots in the water and you will find a warm/hot spot. Also there are a couple of developed hot spring sites along Warm Springs Road. Stanley is a must see particularly the 40 or so miles with no development.

[@LucasCatania17]

yup you are correct! i didnt venture down warm springs road any further but its definitely on my list for the next time i go!

[@hokkaidoshred]

Great mountain! Great video! 🔥

[@LucasCatania17]

yes thank you!!

[@gptballa228]

The lucas grand slam breakfast!!!

[@LucasCatania17]

hahah yes dude exactly!!

[@TP-vu3tc]

It's SunValley. Doesn't get any better

[@alexanderkahl5961]

My first ever sub. You are killing it!

[@LucasCatania17]

im honored man thank you!!

[@julianstavros464]

Nice video again Lucas!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks julian!!

[@marathuzula9024]

Holding momentum from the mountain right onto the chair is money!!

[@LucasCatania17]

Absolutely !!

[@Ruger44Redhawk]

Nice video. We live here in Idaho and I've only skied Sun Valley only because they were free lift tickets for playing the local Sun Valley Suns hockey team in a brutal full contact tournament. I've wondered how the rest of the resorts in the state compare like Bogus Basin, Tamarack, Brundage, Schweitzer, Lookout, Lost Trail, Pomerelle, Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. I have skied most of the Utah resorts like Park City, Alta, Deer Valley and Snowbird and those I remember were fun (my brother went to the U and played hockey for them while almost becoming a professional skier). I tried following him on those double blacks at Alta but damn those were steep! Love the van set up, that is bad ass! We were just in that area you parked for the annual Sun Valley Pond Hockey Tournament. Just subscribed.

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks man! There are so many great resorts just a few hours from each other it’s incredible!

[@fionncasey2367]

That breakfast looked fire 🔥

[@LucasCatania17]

haha it was what i needed before the ski day!

[@cmoreoverland9383]

Nice work!

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you!!

[@vhalmrast]

Love it. Your videos remind me of some of the old Warren Miller movies.

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks Cameron! That’s quite the compliment 🙏🏽

[@maryscheuer8622]

Lucas, my husband and I love your adventures. We live in Utah and have been skiing here for many years, thousands of days! If you'd like a few recommendations, a road trip for the future, go to Spokane and head north, RED MOUNTAIN in Rossland, WHITEWATER in Nelson and FERNIE in Fernie. If you get there, also check out Vahalla Snowcats and Fernie Snowcats!

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks Mary! Stoked you and your husband like the videos. That trip sounds epic and hopefully one day I will be able to try it. Thanks again!!

[@Bruzasadventures]

Awesome video! If you are in Idaho for a little while longer I would recommend a weekend trip to Brundage mountain resort and Tamarack resort, located in and close to McCall! They are open all week long aswell. Thank you for the awesome content, and keep it up!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks nelson! i will keep in mind when i go back!

[@SkiDaBird]

Another great one! Gotta come check out Bridger Bowl MT for some of the best hike to terrain out there.

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks man! Ive heard great things about bridger!

[@JimmyUtahGo]

Whoa. I’m spoiled. That was crusty. Looks fun though. I would love a trip up there.

[@juliorodriguez5415]

Oooooo, Lucas & Sarah❤️ we all you like Sarah.

[@LucasCatania17]

hahahahah

[@JaredDudleyFitnessOfficial]

every time i click on your channel i swear you always gain 1,000 subs!! congrats on 10k lucas!! can't wait for 100k!!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks dude! couldnt do it without support like yours my friend!

[@pkriv13]

I’m a new subscriber (lifelong skier) and LOVING your videos! Going to start from the beginning and binge up. Thanks Lucas. Quick question. Do you own another car as a daily driver besides the van? Cheers man.

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you pete! stoked you enjoy the channel!! and yes i have a 2010 audi sedan that i use as my daily driver when i need to!