Journal

March 14, 2023

We sat down with two of our ski patroller friends, Warren Bunnel and Claire Joubert, to get their insider perspectives on mountain safety, common injuries and what patrolling is really like.

October 11, 2022

Plan an epic ski season with Ikon Pass and Spot. Ikon Pass benefits now include Injury Insurance and Pass Protection. Learn about Ikon Pass insurance and how to get coverage here.

June 3, 2022

Looking to test your limits on some Texas terrain this summer? We got you covered! Here are five of our favorite mountain biking trails in our home state...

May 24, 2022

The unofficial kick-off to summer is here—yep, Memorial Day weekend! Whether you’re hitting the road, hosting a picnic, or just relaxing outside, here are...

May 24, 2022

Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned cyclist, you’ve probably come dangerously close to wiping out at least once. Or even worse—crashing (here at Spot, we know...

April 5, 2022

We’ve all had our fair share of “oh shit!” moments while in the saddle. After all, bicycling leads to the highest number of sport and recreation-related...

April 1, 2022

Check out our list of biking and cycling partners with injury coverage: Cascade Bicycling Club (CBC) CBC is the nation’s largest statewide bicycle non-profit...

March 17, 2022

Picture it: you’re cruising carefree through fresh powder when you suddenly collide into a new rider slowly zig-zagging across the run. Or trip over someone...

March 14, 2022

How Ikon Pass and Spot Insurance are fundamentally changing the mountain experience for millions of riders across the US. What is Spot Pass Protection?...

March 10, 2022

What’s the only thing more painful than wiping out on the mountain? The massive ER bills that follow. That’s why we partnered with Ikon Pass to offer their...

January 28, 2022

Berkshire East is located in Charlemont, Massachusetts and nestled within the beautiful Deerfield River Valley. The resort has been family-owned and operated...

January 20, 2022

Attending fitness clubs, exercise studios, pilates classes, cycling studios, and yoga centers is an important part of keeping our physical and mental health...

January 6, 2022

In August, Telluride Ski Resort announced their latest partnership with Spot Insurance to bring on-demand injury insurance to their mountain for the ‘21-22 season...

December 22, 2021

With rising health insurance costs, many riders are just one injury away from a painful and unexpected financial burden—meaning less time spent on the mountain...

July 27, 2021

It’s time to come out of hiding, share what we’ve been building and fill you in on why Spot is going to lead the market in accident (injury) insurance. Searching...

July 27, 2021

We sat down with professional cyclist and activist Ayesha McGowan, to answer three questions about hosting Thee Abundance Summit, her career, and outlook on 2021...

June 24, 2021

According to a recent eHealth study, the average monthly cost of health insurance is $456/month for individuals and $1,152/month for families. Not only is health insurance expensive, it’s also overwhelming. Which plan is right for you? How much will it cost? What add-ons (if any) do you need?

June 17, 2021

Looking to test your limits on some Texas terrain this summer? We got you covered! Here are five of Spot's favorite mountain biking trails in our home state.