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News: The Mountain Collective News: The Mountain Collective Adds Three New Partners For 2013-2014 Ski Season
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The Mountain Collective has added three premier independent ski resorts in North America to its roster of iconic destinations for the 2013-2014 winter season. Mammoth Mountain, Snowbird and Whistler Blackcomb join Alta, Aspen/Snowmass, Jackson Hole and Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows in this unprecedented collaboration of resorts.
Starting today, a limited number of Mountain Collective passes are on sale at last year’s price. For only $349 USD, The Mountain Collective Pass includes two days of skiing or riding at each of the six destinations (AltaSnowbird, Aspen/Snowmass, Jackson Hole, Mammoth Mountain, Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows and Whistler Blackcomb), plus a 50 percent discount on all additional days with no blackout dates.
In addition, passholders will receive exclusive lodging deals throughout the season. Collectively this pass grants access to 12 mountains with more than 30,000 acres of terrain, 186 lifts and an unmatched reputation for snow quality, quantity and steeps. Passes are available online through an exclusive technology, distribution and marketing partnership with Liftopia.com A limited quantity of passes is now available at this lowest guaranteed price.
“The Mountain Collective successfully captured the imagination of mountain travel enthusiasts looking for variety, flexibility and affordable access to the best independent resorts in the world,” said Christian Knapp, vice president of marketing, Aspen Skiing Company. “Adding these three world-class mountains makes this the ultimate dream pass, and only serves to enhance the value skiers and riders will enjoy from The Mountain Collective.”
The Mountain Collective Pass is available for children (ages 12 and under), under the same terms for just $229. The partnership will also offer a 50 percent discount on lift tickets to premier pass holders at the participating resorts.Order your Mountain Collective Pass at Liftopia.com for only $349
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Interview: Hayden Price's Alta Interview: Hayden Price's Alta Life
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Hayden Price crushing in Alta. Photo by Adam Clark.
Skiing around Alta with Hayden Price is like riding with the best skier you know, your best friend, and the best tour guide ever. Except he’s the guide skiing up to a cliff zone, throwing a huge 180 into pow, and only waiting for you because he wants to watch and give you a high five. You don't actually ski with Hayden at Alta as much as you follow him, graciously. The 26-year-old has had an Alta season pass for 24 seasons. He has a distinct style on skis—seemingly disinterested with passing trends, though invariably on the cutting edge. Hayden was the first skier I remember really watching—like, taking notes and emulating—when I moved to SLC seven years ago. He can't ski Alta without people following him, and you'd be intimidated by that fact if he weren’t the happiest, mellowest, and friendliest icon on the mountain. Everyone knows him and he knows the mountain from behind a set of powder-surfing eyes like none other. He's that popular local shredder at your little hometown hill…except he’s that guy at freaking Alta.
BRODY: Hey dude. Where are you and what's been happening?
HAYDEN: Hey Brody! I have been enjoying a better snow year here in Utah’s Wasatch mountains and am currently packing up my gear to head to Canada on a film trip.
BRODY: Where did you grow up? How often did you ski?
HAYDEN: I grew up at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon. I skied mainly on the weekends.
BRODY: Although you were frequently at Alta, your home was actually down Little Cottonwood Canyon’s Highway 210, in Salt Lake City. What differentiates you from a skier who has grown up living right in the Town of Alta?
HAYDEN: Growing up in Salt Lake City was a true blessing. I had the oasis of Alta only a stone’s throw away and yet grew up in a metropolitan city. I believe this kept me open to the diversity that may not otherwise be found if I grew up in the bubble that is Alta. Seriously, it is a different world up there, and you feel it the moment you arrive. SLC has a great music, art, and food scene that I really enjoy. Variety is the spice of life.
BRODY: Speaking of variety, please describe your ski style and what influences it.
HAYDEN: My style is a cornucopia. I spent years dedicated to the idea that I if I can ski it forward, I should be able to ski it backward. As that motivation evolved, I looked to other sports for inspiration because I felt skiing was a little dried up. I saw the way other action sports were using their apparatuses and wanted to emulate the moves they were doing on my skis. Skateboarding, snowboarding, surfing and mountain biking had a lot to offer my thirst for different skiing. Growing up at Alta, surrounded by loads of “classic” skiers, I strived to differentiate myself from the masses. I skied a whole season of resort riding without poles in hopes of cultivating a unique relationship with my edges and the way my skis flexed. Watching all the possibilities a skater has for doing tricks, I felt there must be more I can do on my skis. I am currently focused on butters, presses, scrapes and strange transitions. If there is snow, I’ll slide on it and find something that makes it interesting to me.
BRODY: You ski huge cliffs, backcountry tours, park, natural jumps, and super deep pow. People don't understand what kind of equipment you use for such an array of pursuits. Do you have an arsenal of gear, or what? What is one piece of gear you couldn't live without?
Hayden Price dropping into a line. Photo by Brody Leven.HAYDEN: I definitely have an arsenal. Skiing is so particular now that I choose my skis specifically for what I’m doing that day. I have a lightweight tech binding setup for long tours and soul pow turns, and multiple sidecountry setups consisting of Marker Dukes or Alpine Trekkers for hitting jumps and drops out of the resort. My inbounds bindings are Rossignol FKS. All of my skis are 110mm under foot or wider, and all have some type of rocker technology. I couldn’t live without my Full Tilt boots.
BRODY: Surface employed your snow-snorkel expertise in designing a new ski. Please explain.
HAYDEN: The Lab001. I look to other sports for inspiration not only for ski sliding techniques but also for the technologies they are using. The new Lab ski has a front-to-back “3 stage rocker” as well as “Deep Dish” technology. This idea comes from our desire to have a really surfy powder ski that has a catch-free feeling. The “Deep Dish” is a left-to-right convexity on the base of the skis. Essentially, the ski is base-high by a few centimeters. This really allows the ski to be tossed around at will and opens up the world of trickery in powder snow.
BRODY: Do you film with anyone? Where can people see and follow you (besides as fast as they can at Alta)?
HAYDEN: I filmed with Sweetgrass Productions last year in Nelson, BC. This season I have been focused on working with local [Little Cottonwood Canyon] boys, Dubsatch Collective. We have a great season lined up with some really fun ideas. Stay tuned, as webisodes are dropping frequently on dubsatch.com
BRODY: Why Alta?
HAYDEN: It is the birthplace of powder skiing. The quality and quantity of powder that falls at the end of Little Cottonwood Canyon is unmatched worldwide. You can’t beat the access, the people, and the terrain. Alta and the surrounding areas are pure magic!
BRODY: Your skillset is not only strong but also uniquely diverse, how did it develop?
HAYDEN: I watched my home hill heroes, like Sage, and wanted to do what they were doing while adding my own flavor to the mix. [As a teenager,] I would ride Chip’s Run at Snowbird with all of my snowboard homies, copying the style of tricks they were doing off the cat tracks and gaps. I ran a terrain park at Alta with my friend Jordan for a few years. We always pushed each other to do more creative tricks and to be able to do them in many ways and on different terrain. I am really into climbing and mountaineering, too. Combine the jib aspects and long distance pursuits for fresh snow and you get me, HP.
BRODY: Who do you love to ski with? Do you like everyone following you?
HAYDEN: I love to ski with friends and family. Skiing with any of the Dubsatch crew is always great and I don’t mind anyone following us around. Join in on the fun!
Regardless of whether he grew up in the Town of Alta or twenty minutes down the road, Hayden is most at home on that mountain. His skillset reaches from one end of skiing’s spectrum to the other while being one of those skiers who you recognize through unique skiing style, not through his outerwear or the bottom half of his face in the liftline. Since that season seven years ago, when I first realized how capable he was in the mountains, I’ve watched Hayden’s mentorships and friendships develop within the Little Cottonwood Canyon ski community. Not only does everyone know HP, but they only have compliments to offer. Forthcoming video parts will finally expose HP to the world, showcasing his talents as not a park skier, backcountry skier or Alta skier, but as a mountain skier.
Hayden Price on cover of Backcountry Magazine.Want to ski like Hayden, book your next Alta ski vacation online through http://mountainreservations.com
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News: 104" of New Snow at Snow News: 104" of New Snow at Snowbird Breaks 40+ Year Average for the Month of December!
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Planning a trip to Snowbird this winter, better bring your fat skis and big pow surfing boards as the Bird received a whopping 104” of Utah’s famous champagne powder during the month of December. Temperatures have remained cold and the skiing is all time right now. Snowbird is home to legendary waist-deep Wasatch powder and world-class terrain, and with all this snow the resort broke a 40 year average for the month of December. Can you say lake effect?
Our latest update from Snowbird a few days ago mentioned “It was an interesting powder day at Snowbird Ski Resort, with many employees leaving their houses with 24” on the ground, arriving at Snowbird to find about a foot at the base of the resort, and about 6” at Hidden Peak this morning. The current total is about 15,” and more snow is in the forecast.”
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Winter Sucker Punches Autumn I Winter Sucker Punches Autumn In The Wasatch
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It’s as if autumn had fallen asleep on the job and winter walked in, dragged him into an alley, and kicked the living daylights out of him. Climbers in Little Cottonwood Canyon were stuck with their ropes up, mountain bikers in Park City were only halfway home, and runners in Millcreek Canyon thought they still had weeks of yellow leaves. And while I may refuse to refer to a storm by its hashtag of a name, last weekend’s weather did not refuse to bury the mountains adjacent to Salt Lake City in multiple feet of early season snow over 48 white hours.
Ian Provo gets deep in Little Cottonwood Canyon. Photo: Jim Harris
Little Cottonwood Canyon. Photo: Brody Leven
According to the Utah Avalanche Center, Little Cottonwood Canyon was blessed by 50” of Utah’s finest, making it the snowiest recipient of the storm. Likewise, according to the Utah Powderhound Center, Little Cottonwood was “Whheeewhhhoooop yip yip yip arrrr ddeeehhh doh wheeeee.” That mid-winter, blowing in your face, don’t-forget-to-tuck-your-base layer-into-your-snowpants sort of snow.
The author, Brody Leven, gets pitted in Big Cottonwood Canyon. Photo: Bekah Stevens
Dimo Littig crushes it in Big Cottonwood Canyon. Photo: Shayne MetosWithout a developed base of snow, plenty of skiers and snowboarders found themselves skinning, snowshoeing, and post-holing up local resort runs in an effort to ride grassy slopes. Knowing that sharky rocks loomed, the general consensus was that they were, surprisingly, infrequently hit. Enough snow had fallen in one storm to prevent most base damage. “It was the deepest trail-breaking I’ve ever done,” claims photographer Jim Harris. And that says a lot about the Wasatch locals, because trails were being broken everywhere.
Ben Peters breaks trail in Little Cottonwood Canyon. Photo: Jim Harris
Until closing to uphill traffic for avalanche control work in preparation for opening day (with the exception of Brighton), Alta, Snowbird, Brighton, and Solitude were the hotspots for finding grassy runs. People were booting up in parking lots, tracks were abundant, and Fall was but a fleeting memory.
Statistically, “grassy,” “powder,” and “friends” were the weekend’s most-used words. Photo: Jim Harris
Avalanche danger is far from mitigated, and plenty of slabs broke loose on a persistent weak layer created by scattered snow remaining from a late October storm. The informative and reputable Utah Avalanche Center advisories seem to have been closely observed, with much mid-mountain discussion revolving about current avalanche conditions. With the stoke level high and riders safely rambling about the Cottonwood Canyons, winter just sucker punched the Wasatch’s colorful leaves square in the face. Let’s hope its powder-punches ended autumn’s season for good.
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News: Mountain Sports Internat News: Mountain Sports International Announces New Subaru Freeride Series
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New Subaru Freeride Series Announced
4-star Freeride World Qualifiers provide Launch Pad to the Freeride World Tour
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - Salt Lake City, Utah-based Mountain Sports International (MSI) announced the schedule for the 2013 Subaru Freeride Series today. The new series features three 4-star Freeride World Qualifier (FWQ) ski events for men and women at Crested Butte Mountain Resort, CO (Feb. 7-10); Moonlight Basin Resort, MT (March 14-17); and the Subaru Freeride Nationals at Snowbird Ski Resort (April 11-14). Two 2-star Freeride World Qualifier events will also be held as part of the series at Crested Butte Mountain Resort, CO (Feb. 6-7) and Snowbird Ski Resort (April 10-11). The 2-star events provide an additional platform for athletes to earn Freeride World Qualifier points with the top men and women advancing to the corresponding day of 4-star competition. The full FWQ calendar will be released tomorrow with a full slate of worldwide events, including additional FWQ events in Canada and the United States.
“These premier 4-star events provide crucial opportunities for athletes hoping to qualify for the world tour,” said Event Director Bryan Barlow of Mountain Sports International. “We are excited to provide this opportunity on the country's leading big mountain venues.”
The Freeride World Qualifier point system (FWQ) has been developed as part of the newly unified Swatch Freeride World Tour by The North Face (FWT). All FWT events are designated as 5-star events. FWQs range from 1 to 4-stars and enable athletes to earn a corresponding ratio of points based on their performance at competitions. Accumulated points immediately affect an athlete's position on the FWT ranking system. The top ranked athletes will qualify to participate on the 2014 FWT.
The first ever FWT season will start with a roster of 36 prequalified male skiers, 14 male snowboarders, 14 female skiers and seven female snowboarders. Athlete qualification for the 2013 FWT has been designated by previous tour performance and rankings on the 2012 Subaru Freeskiing World Tour, The North Face Masters of Snowboarding and Swatch Freeride World Tours. In the future, the FWT roster will be created through the FWQ point system granting FWT positions to athletes with the highest points on the FWT and regional Freeride World Qualifying events such as the Subaru Freeride Series. The 2013 season of FWQ competition will climax at the Freeride Nationals at Snowbird Ski Resort in April, the final opportunity for FWQ athletes to launch to the FWT.
The Subaru Freeride Series is sponsored by Subaru, Sierra Nevada, Clif Bar, The North Face and Black Diamond
Registration for Subaru Freeride Series will open Dec. 4, 2012. Riders will be able to create a profile and sign-up for the Subaru Freeride Series events of their choice through the Freeride World Qualifier registration system. Twenty-one days prior to the 4-star day of competition and 45 days prior to the 2-star event, registration for the events will close. Riders will then be determined off of the seeding list on the day registration closes.2013 Subaru Freeride Series Registration Schedule:
Date
Class
Star
Location
Open
Closed
Feb 6-7
SFS
2
Crested Butte, CO
Dec 4
Dec 23
Feb 7-10
SFS
4
Crested Butte, CO
Dec 4
Jan 17
Mar 14-17
Apr 10-11
SFS
SFS
4
2
Moonlight Basin, MT
Snowbird, UT
Dec 4
Dec 4
Feb 21
Feb 24
Apr 11-14
SFS
4
Snowbird, UT
Dec 4
Mar 21
For athlete information visit FWQ Americas on Facebook, follow the Subaru Freeride Series on Twitter at twitter.com/SubaruFreeride, or contact Julia Jimmerson, MSI athlete relations manager, at jjimmerson@mtsports.com or (801) 349-4616. A new website will be launched soon.For media or general information contact Jessica Kunzer, MSI marketing and communications director, at jkunzer@mtsports.com or (801) 349-4612.
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News: Freeride World Tour Anno News: Freeride World Tour Announces New Subaru Freeride Series
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New Subaru Freeride Series Announced
4-star Freeride World Qualifiers provide Launch Pad to the Freeride World Tour
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - Salt Lake City, Utah-based Mountain Sports International (MSI) announced the schedule for the 2013 Subaru Freeride Series today. The new series features three 4-star Freeride World Qualifier (FWQ) ski events for men and women at Crested Butte Mountain Resort, CO (Feb. 7-10); Moonlight Basin Resort, MT (March 14-17); and the Subaru Freeride Nationals at Snowbird Ski Resort (April 11-14). Two 2-star Freeride World Qualifier events will also be held as part of the series at Crested Butte Mountain Resort, CO (Feb. 6-7) and Snowbird Ski Resort (April 10-11). The 2-star events provide an additional platform for athletes to earn Freeride World Qualifier points with the top men and women advancing to the corresponding day of 4-star competition. The full FWQ calendar will be released tomorrow with a full slate of worldwide events, including additional FWQ events in Canada and the United States.
“These premier 4-star events provide crucial opportunities for athletes hoping to qualify for the world tour,” said Event Director Bryan Barlow of Mountain Sports International. “We are excited to provide this opportunity on the country's leading big mountain venues.”
The Freeride World Qualifier point system (FWQ) has been developed as part of the newly unified Swatch Freeride World Tour by The North Face (FWT). All FWT events are designated as 5-star events. FWQs range from 1 to 4-stars and enable athletes to earn a corresponding ratio of points based on their performance at competitions. Accumulated points immediately affect an athlete's position on the FWT ranking system. The top ranked athletes will qualify to participate on the 2014 FWT.
The first ever FWT season will start with a roster of 36 prequalified male skiers, 14 male snowboarders, 14 female skiers and seven female snowboarders. Athlete qualification for the 2013 FWT has been designated by previous tour performance and rankings on the 2012 Subaru Freeskiing World Tour, The North Face Masters of Snowboarding and Swatch Freeride World Tours. In the future, the FWT roster will be created through the FWQ point system granting FWT positions to athletes with the highest points on the FWT and regional Freeride World Qualifying events such as the Subaru Freeride Series. The 2013 season of FWQ competition will climax at the Freeride Nationals at Snowbird Ski Resort in April, the final opportunity for FWQ athletes to launch to the FWT.
The Subaru Freeride Series is sponsored by Subaru, Sierra Nevada, Clif Bar, The North Face and Black Diamond
Registration for Subaru Freeride Series will open Dec. 4, 2012. Riders will be able to create a profile and sign-up for the Subaru Freeride Series events of their choice through the Freeride World Qualifier registration system. Twenty-one days prior to the 4-star day of competition and 45 days prior to the 2-star event, registration for the events will close. Riders will then be determined off of the seeding list on the day registration closes.2013 Subaru Freeride Series Registration Schedule:
Date
Class
Star
Location
Open
Closed
Feb 6-7
SFS
2
Crested Butte, CO
Dec 4
Dec 23
Feb 7-10
SFS
4
Crested Butte, CO
Dec 4
Jan 17
Mar 14-17
Apr 10-11
SFS
SFS
4
2
Moonlight Basin, MT
Snowbird, UT
Dec 4
Dec 4
Feb 21
Feb 24
Apr 11-14
SFS
4
Snowbird, UT
Dec 4
Mar 21
For athlete information visit FWQ Americas on Facebook, follow the Subaru Freeride Series on Twitter at twitter.com/SubaruFreeride, or contact Julia Jimmerson, MSI athlete relations manager, at jjimmerson@mtsports.com or (801) 349-4616. A new website will be launched soon.
For media or general information contact Jessica Kunzer, MSI marketing and communications director, at jkunzer@mtsports.com or (801) 349-4612.
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Snowbird Gets 13 Inches Of Sno Snowbird Gets 13 Inches Of Snow October 25
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Let it snow!
Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort received 13 inches of snow October 25. Check the photos and get stoked, winter is here.
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News: Colorado, Utah Resorts S News: Colorado, Utah Resorts See First Snow Of The 2012-13 Season
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The Colorado high country has received a dusting of snow, including ski resorts like Arapahoe Basin, Monrach Mountain, Breckenridge and Aspen, among others. But the photo from Snowbird, Utah, really shows that winter is on its way. Enjoy the photos and get stoked for the season.
Opening day is just around the corner… are you ready??
A dusting at A-Basin.
Monarch Mountain got snow.
A dusting in Breckenridge.
A little place called Aspen with a little dusting of snow.
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Shredding New Zealand’s South Shredding New Zealand’s South Island Part 3
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Lake Wanaka on New Zealand's south island is an essential stop on any shred mission to the region.
Words and photos by Brennan Lagasse
With some of New Zealand’s best mountain biking, what’s regarded as the country’s premier ski resort, and a solid mix of locals and visitors set among a backdrop of an idyllic resort town, Wanaka is a destination in and of itself. Situated around beautiful Lake Wanaka, the town boasts as many outdoor activities as you could possibly want to get into.
One of the top draws for adventure-seeking enthusiasts travelling New Zealand’s south island, even in the country’s winter season, is Wanaka’s local mountain biking. From a mellow cruise along the water’s edge of Lake Wanaka, to a moderate tour of the local wine vineyards, there’s no shortage of worthy bike rides to get into. If you’re into mountain biking, whether you’re a beginner or a full-on pro, a ride in the Sticky Forest will be a mission you’ll be raving about to all your gear junky friends back home for years to come.
Riding into the Sticky Forest.
Most adventurers aren’t going to travel to New Zealand with their mountain bikes, which makes a lot of sense, especially in that renting a good bike in town and gaining all the beta you need to get after it is pretty easy. Once you’re locked and loaded, all it takes is a five minute ride from town before you can get your stoke on in the Sticky Forest.
This mountain bike park is littered with exceptional rides for all abilities — from rolling cruisers, to trails with huge man-made features, and all the singletrack you could ask for. The views gained from the tops of many of the uphills encompass breathtaking views, and while you can go as short or long as you want, you’ll never get tired of exploring the numerous trails strewn about the park. The best thing is when you’re gassed, it’s just a quick ride down to the lake and back to town for an awesome meal. If you’re in the zone and want to head out with a local guide to show you the way I’ve been told these guys are a good outfit to check out: www.freeridenz.com
Although Wanaka has an incredible diversity of activities and adventure sports options, it’s probably best known for being the home of the Treble Cone ski resort. Other local ski options include nearby Cardrona — a more family friendly beginner style resort, and Skipark — an area that’s literally all park for the jibbers out there-but it’s Treble Cone that’s commonly regarded as the best lift-accessed terrain in the country. There’s even a contingent of locals that honorably refer to themselves as “Coneheads”.
Powder skiing at Treble Cone.
Storms originating from the northwest hammer New Zealand’s south island, and Treble Cone is in a perfect location to receive the brunt of these storms. They commonly report much better snowfall totals than other ski areas when these storms hit the region, and it’s a large part of why so many Kiwi skiers and riders love riding Treble Cone so much.
Slay everything.
When I showed up with my lady, Jillian, it had just snowed and we were treated to a full-on New Zealand pow day right from lap one. It’s always a cool experience to score a memorable pow day when you’re traveling since we all know, it’s much easier to get skunked. If you’re used to riding the bigger North American ski resort terrain found in places like Jackson Hole, Squaw Valley or Snowbird, the inbounds terrain might not impress you all that much. In fact, the whole setup at Treble Cone, while totally worthy, isn’t what you’d expect coming from other developed ski centers around the globe.
Keep it in first.
The access road, just like the club fields, is ridiculous. Definitely one of the most puckering rides our “Backpacker” made during our whole trip — we stayed in first gear the whole ride up and almost didn’t make it to the base area! In addition, there are only two lifts. Yup, the most sought after inbounds terrain in the country has just two chairlifts. However, like a lot of rad ski resorts the magic comes with the sidecountry and backcountry access that these lifts provide — especially the quad that accesses Saddle Basin. This is where you’ll find yourself lapping super fun terrain with hordes of powderhounds from all over the world tearing it up, traversing out gates, and bootpacking up to steep fields of endless powder. It may not be what you’re used to, but in New Zealand it’s a necessary stop on your travels if you’re hoping to experience an authentic taste of Kiwi powder culture.
Classic crack.
On the way back to Wanaka from Treble Cone you might want to pull off at the series of crags you passed on your way to the resort. Most of the rock climbing done in the Wanaka region happens in the Matukituki Valley, which is about 15 km from downtown. Past Glendu Bay is Hospital Flat where there’s heaps of climbing opportunities. This is the first spot you’ll hit when you leave the town limits of Wanaka. Most of the climbing in this zone is on schist rock and there’s a good mix of bouldering, sport, trad, multi-pitch and aid routes depending on what you want to get into. There are beautiful camp spots to post up at if you’re not looking to be in the downtown Wanaka scene, and a little rock session thrown in after a powder day at Treble Cone is a great way to wind down after another exceptional day traveling through New Zealand.
By now you’ve covered a good chuck of the major highlights while traveling on the south island. While there are still innumerable opportunities for adventure, after a trip to Wanaka, it’s time to check out New Zealand’s “adventure capital” in Queenstown, and hit up the one place that many international travelers come to New Zealand to experience — World Heritage site Milford Sound.
On the road again.
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News: Snowbird Receives Approv News: Snowbird Receives Approval To Install Mountain Coaster
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Salt Lake City Planning Commission Unanimously Approves Relocated Summer Activity
Snowbird, Utah – The Salt Lake County Planning Commission voted unanimously May 23 to approve Snowbird’s proposed new location for a mountain coaster. The commission’s approval is contingent on more detailed site plans and meeting various governmental agency criteria, all of which Snowbird has addressed throughout the planning process.
“We are excited to provide another form of summer recreation for our guests and Utah’s growing population,” said Snowbird President Bob Bonar. “We feel today’s approval is a result of listening to various stakeholders, community groups and neighbors as well as working with Salt Lake County and City to create a workable solution for all parties.”
Snowbird hosted site tours for any interested individuals, community groups, councils and commissions prior to the May 23 meeting in an attempt to address any concerns.
The mountain coaster will be located within Snowbird’s existing developed resort footprint on private property with loading and unloading at the base of the Peruvian Express chairlift. Much of the ride is obscured from the highway by the Cliff Lodge as well as trees and vegetation. The mountain coaster installation uses primarily soil nails and has minimal impact on the terrain, the resort said.
“As with every project we undertake, water quality is at the top of the priority list,” said Bonar. “Scientific analysis dating back to Snowbird’s beginning demonstrates that year-round recreation is compatible with operating within a watershed.”
Snowbird now will begin the final design phase and work on installation timelines, currently expected to take place this fall or spring 2013.
Snowbird will open its existing summer activities Friday, June 8. Those include the Alpine Slide, Mountain Flyer, Ropes Course, Climbing Wall, Kids’ Inflatables, Bungy Trampolines and Mechanical Bull. The Tram is scheduled to open for the season Friday, June 15, following spring maintenance. The Peruvian Express lift and tunnel will likely open for the season July 4.
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Noteworthy: 10 Skiers On The R Noteworthy: 10 Skiers On The Rise
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Had this story been written a year ago you might have seen names like Nick Goepper, Carston Oliver, Eliel Hindert, Aidan Sheahan, Logan Pehota, Leo Ahrens, and Johnny Collinson on the list. All of these guys were known at their home mountains for being full-tilt skiers, but burst onto the scene over the last 12 months with insane contest results, video segments, and photo spreads.
If I were a betting man, the following 10 skiers are the ones that I would put money on. With solid on-snow techniques and even better on-shoulder heads, odds are we’ll be talking about this crew in the near future. So, rather than making you wait, we decided to tell you about them now. Here are 10 relatively unknown shredders — six guys, four girls, in no particular order — to take note of.
Mat Jackson slashes a powder turn in the Tahoe backcountry. Photo by Josh Anderson. The Guys:
1. Mat Jackson
Home Mountain: Squaw Valley
Age: 25
Sponsors: Völkl, Marker, The North Face, Smith Optics and Helmets
Twitter: @mat1TJackson
This Squaw Valley local originally reigns from Crystal Mountain, Washington. As a grom, Jackson banged plastic with the local racing program and tried to keep up with the Backstrom clan — Ingrid, Arne, and Ralph — that were a few years older than he.
At 25, Mat Jackson is older than most of the names that follow, but his consistent skiing and patience with the industry are two attributes that are starting to pay off.
“We love Mat,” says Völkl/Marker Team Manager Chris Adams . “You’ve got to wait your turn and Mat’s waited for his opportunities while skiing great all of the time. His skiing is fairly technical, big-mountain while still having the backcountry jib thing happening.”
“I definitely think that there’s a process to the ski industry that you have to embrace and be a part of,” says Mat Jackson. “I always wanted my skiing to speak for itself, for my skiing to be the vessel that took me places. My patience has paid off a ton, because I’ve had a lot of amazing opportunities come along and it’s awesome to be a part of that. I went to Japan in January filming with TwoPlank Productions. We had 10 days of perfect snow. The movie will drop this coming fall.”
Colston VB spins off a cliff in British Columbia. Photo by Dave Heath.
2. Colston VB
Home Mountain: Red Mountain Resort and Whistler Blackcomb
Age: 20
Sponsors: Salomon
When the “godfather of freeskiing” vouches for someone we need to listen, and Mike Douglas only had good things to say about Colston VB.
“Colston’s a good skier and a good kid,” says Douglas. “He’s super keen and has a good attitude. I think that if he keeps on skiing and pounding he’s going to do well… He’s a confident skier and Colston is always skiing with a smile on his face — which is the best part.”
Having grown up skiing Red Mountain in British Columbia, Colston VB is now residing in Whistler. Whether he’s sled skiing in the Whistler backcountry, working in front of a camera lens, or freeskiing with his crew, Colston’s style and creativity are undeniable.
“This season I got to really push myself and ski the biggest high-alpine lines, hit the biggest drops, and do the biggest tricks I ever have,” says Colston. “Filming video is a high priority for me right now, because I like how you have to keep it together and be on-point the entire time, not just for one frame.”Gerorge Rodney's 2011-'12 season edit.
3. George Rodney
Home Mountain: Aspen and Alta/Snowbird
Age: 19
Sponsors: Völkl, Marker, Dalbello, Smith, Obermeyer
George Rodney found a home on the podium this year during the Junior Freeskiing Tour en route to winning the overall tour championship. Finishing on the podium at three of the four stops this season, Rodney will immediately be a contender on the Subaru Freeskiing World Tour as he transitions from the junior circuit to the main event this summer in South America.
“George took that super solid fundamental background with racing and translated it to big-mountain terrain,” says Völkl’s Chris Adams. “He’s a big kid, he skis on the Gotama 198 — which is a big, big stick — and he charges big-mountain stuff.”
Headed to Salt Lake City to pursue an engineering degree at “the U,” a change of venue isn’t new to Rodney. “If the ski industry could have the equivalent of an ‘army brat,’ George would be one,” says Adams. “His mom has worked in the ski industry forever and George has learned first-hand how it all works by watching his mom.”
“My mom is an awesome person to help out with everything — from my skiing to school,” says Rodney. “I grew up ski racing in Aspen, and then moved down to Summit County and competed there. After finding out about the Winter Sports School in Park City I transferred there for my junior and senior years. My mom got a job at Obermeyer, so I moved back to Aspen with her after graduating and now I’m headed to Utah.”
Jake Teuton's 2011-'12 season edit.
4. Jake Teuton
Home Mountain: Revelstoke
Age: 16
Sponsors: Fortitude Skis, Strafe Outerwear, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, Marker Bindings, Smith Optics, and Planks Clothing
Twitter: @jrteuton
Revelstoke Mountain Resort Pro team rider Jake Teuton makes the most of the incredible surroundings he gets to call home; spinning hot laps on the mountain, building backcountry booters to session with friends, and using his local knowledge to snag some of the most eye-popping photos that have come out of Revy in the last season.
The young gun put together an insane season of skiing, mixing burly lines and massive natural airs with crazy tricks off of man-made features (Teuton added a few dub tricks to his arsenal this year).
“The highlight from last season would probably be sending the 60-footer, skiing deep powder, or spring park laps with friends,” says Teuton. “I definitely want to do a few competitions next year, but I’m mainly going to focus on filming and travelling as much as I can. Hopefully, I’ll get to see more of BC, ski more places, and get into the backcountry more.”
5. Grant Howard
Home Mountain: Alta/Snowbird
Age: 15
Sponsors: Salomon, Gordini, Lightpole Clothing
In 2011, Grant Howard absolutely dominated the 12–14 age group of the Junior Freeskiing World Tour with a couple of first place finishes and the overall title. In 2012, the 15-year-old bumped up to compete in the 15–18 age class, and Howard didn’t miss a beat. Skiing against guys a few years older than he, Howard finished as the overall runner-up (behind George Rodney).
“This kid lives and breathes skiing,” says Rob Greener, Head Coach of the AltaBird Freeride team. “[Grant’s] father, Sam Howard, was named top 100 skiers by Powder Magazine 10 years ago; so skiing is in his DNA.”
“Grant is a natural athlete, and his approach to the mountain is very creative,” continues Greener. “Overall, Grant at age 15 is one of the most talented athletes I have worked with in Little Cottonwood Canyon.”
What’s on-tap for next year? Aside from getting a driver’s license, Grant Howard has his sights set on the overall Junior Freeskiing Tour Championship.
Matt Evans stands on the Junior Freeskiing World Tour podium. Photo by Billy Swan / JFT.
6. Matt Evans
Home Mountain: Crested Butte
Age: 16
Sponsors: Smith Optics and Helmets, Tecnica/Blizzard, Colorado Freeskier, and Trew Outerwear
Matt Evans has been riding the tails of his older brother Randy's and the rest of the core CB local crew’s skis for years, and everyone in Crested Butte knows about the young grom that charges. Recently, however, people outside of Crested Butte started to notice.
“This season was super awesome,” says the 16-year-old Evans. “I got sponsored by Blizzard/Tecnica, and my best result was 3rd. I am hoping to go to South America this summer, and next year I am going to compete in every Junior Freeskiing Tour competition.”
“Matt's name started to come up a lot this [season]. Ben Wheeler was the first to tell me about how this kid impressed everyone so much at the Squaw stop of the Junior Freeskiing Tour,” remembers Tecnica/Blizzard Team Manager Frank Shine. “The buzz wasn't just about Matt’s skiing, though. I kept hearing about his attitude, big smile, and good-times approach. At Snowbird he brought it all: high speed turns, spins off cliffs, and backflips. Then, he dove face-first into a pile of snow in the finish corral of the venue to get a laugh from his friends."Tatum Monod's double backflip video.
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1. Tatum Monod
Home Mountain: “Banff will always be my home, but right now I'm based out of Whistler.”
Age: 20
Sponsors: Monod Sports, Rossignol, Orage, Soul Poles, Smith, Icebreaker, and The Soze Group
Twitter: @TatumMonod
“Like a lot of athletes her age, what stands out most about Tatum right now is her drive and genuine enthusiasm for skiing, and that's always nice to see!” says ski legend JP Auclair. “On top of that she has a good attitude and a great smile. If she stays hungry and humble, we're going to hear lots more about Tatum in the years to come.”
The first time I saw Tatum Monod ski was in 2011 at Revelstoke for the Canadian Freeskiing Championships. The event was Tatum’s first ever big-mountain competition. Her line choice, aggressive approach, and rock-solid bellied her inexperience, and stood out to everyone watching. The Subaru Freeskiing World Tour judges noticed, too, because Tatum finished on the podium.
This season ended up being another huge one for the 20-year-old from Banff. Among other things, Tatum stomped a double backflip that had lots of people talking and asking, “Who is that?”
“I'm stoked to say that last season was my best season yet,” says Monod. “My highlights were my first ever first descent in Bella Coola, shooting with Robin O'Neil and an amazing group of women in Revelstoke, and, to top it all off, an unforgettable trip to Retallack with Orage where I threw my first ever double backflip.”
Emilia Wint slides a rail while competing in the Dew Tour.
2. Emilia Wint
Home Mountain: Breckenridge
Age: 17
Sponsors: Breckenridge, Volkl, Marker, US Freeskiing
It was a busy season for Emilia Wint, who skis at Breckenridge when she’s not traveling to compete in Slopestyle events.
“When I’m in Breck I ski with a team called Hawks Freeride, run by Chris Hawks (1999 X Games Champion). I also ski with Anna Segal and Kerrie Herman a lot,” says Emilia Wint.
Wint seems destined to follow in the footsteps of the company she keeps at Breckenridge: The Breckenridge shredder logged some serious time atop the Slopestyle podiums in 2012. Third overall on the Dew Tour, Champion at the Aspen Open, third at the US Freeskiing Grand Prix in Mammoth, and second at WSI in Whistler. The highlight, however, of Wint’s incredible season was when she was named to the US Freeskiing Team.
“She’s hardly under the radar because she had a bit of a breakout season, but 17-year-old park ripper Emila Wint is definitely one to watch,” says Chris Adams from Volkl and Marker. “She skis with a style that not a lot of women park skiers have. We think she’ll take women’s park skiing to a whole new level.”
With a high school graduation ceremony coming up soon and the Olympics on the horizon, Emilia Wint’s future is bright.
3. Perry Martin
Home Mountain: Alta/Snowbird
Age: 18
Sponsors: Blizzard/Tecnica
Twitter: @Pearemartin
Alta and Snowbird seem to have been a factory that specializes in churning out cool, smart, ripping female skiers recently. Rachael Burks and Angel Collinson are two examples, and on their coattails is 18-year-old Perry Martin.
“Perry is an incredible athlete; she is a powerful, fast, and graceful skier,” says AltaBird FreeRide Head Coach Rob Greener. “Her technique has allowed her to dominate the IFSA Junior Freeskiing Series.”
Perry did absolutely dominate the tour, too, winning two stops on the tour and taking third on the other two while amassing a 100+ gap between the runner-up.
“Perry is really a smart young women, who is sensible and pragmatic. Her hard work both on and off the hill is what sets her apart from her peers,” says Tecnica/Blizzard Team Manager Frank Shine. “What I love about Perry's skiing is that she’s aggressive and drives straight down the fall line. When you see Perry ski, she is not going to waste any time showing why she is the JFT overall champion. The girls on the Freeskiing World Tour better be ready for a new batch of ladies to arrive and shake things up on the big kid tour—Perry is going be knocking on that door first.”
Yuki Tsubota slides a rail. Photo by Nadia Samer. 4. Yuki Tsubota
Home Mountain: Whistler
Age: 18
Sponsors: 4Frnt, The North Face, Skull Candy, Giro, Zett, TMC Freeriderz Pro Shop
Twitter: @yuki_tsubota
“Yuki’s getting better all the time, and she’s a cool girl,” says Mike Douglas about the 18-year-old Whistler native Yuki Tsubtoa. “I’ve been watching her for a long time and she’s been working her way up through the freestyle program at Blackcomb. She has a good chance of making it to the Olympics and she’s super fun to watch.”
With three consecutive slopestyle wins on The Canadian Shield Tour, Tsubota dominated the pro women’s field and earned the overall title. Then, a third place finish (behind Anna Segal and Emilia Wint who finished in first and second, respectively) at WSI/AFP World Championships during the TELUS Ski & Snowboard Festival in her hometown of Whistler, BC thrust Yuki into the big-time.
“When we first were introduced to Yuki we thought her jumping was what stood out from everyone,” says Toben Sutherland, Head Coach of the Canadian Slopestyle Team. “But, at WSI this year one of the rail features was pretty burly, a lot of the guys were even talking about how gnarly it was. Yuki had no problem going 450-on which was pretty impressive for anyone to do, let alone a young girl from Whistler that no one had heard of yet.”
“I think in one word what sticks out about Yuki’s skiing is her determination. She skis pretty hard and if she takes a hit she won’t back down. The Olympic Games are 20 months out and it’s definitely not too late for Yuki. Hopefully, we can roll into the games with her and hopefully she’ll be in the finals and on the podium in Russia.” - Blog post
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Salt Lake City, Utah- The best big mountain snowboarders make their way to Snowbird, Utah this week for the final stop of the 2012 North Face Masters of Snowboarding presented by PrimaLoft, April 12-15, 2012. Now in its fifth season, the three-stop tour is the only open competition for big mountain snowboarders, with an overall prize purse of $50,000.
Originally slated for January, event organizers pushed the Snowbird stop to April to allow for improved conditions on the venue. The west had a late start to winter, yet this spring has seen big snow totals, leaving the Wasatch Mountains in prime competition shape.
"Showcasing some of the best big mountain features of any resort, Snowbird is honored to host The North Face Masters," said Dave Fields, Snowbird's Vice President of Resort Operations. "With athletes who are as impressive as the terrain, it's sure to be a thrilling event."
Awarded to the top male and female rider at Snowbird is one of the most coveted prizes in big mountain snowboarding-the Katana Sword. Also, at each stop of the tour, The North Face honors a rider under the age of 21 with the Young Gun Award for innovative riding and promising talent. Being the last stop of the season, the Snowbird event also decides the overall tour champions for 2012.
Leading the tour in overall points for the ladies after two events is Kirkwood's Casey Lucas with 160 points, thanks to her first place finish at Kirkwood. Overall tour champion in 2012, Shannan Yates is currently in second with 135 points, and is certainly looking to win another title on her home turf at Snowbird. Only a point behind with 134 is fellow Snowbird rider Laura Dewey, coming off a second place finish at Crystal.
With only 14 points separating the top four men, the battle for the overall title will be fierce. Leading the pack heading into the final stop is Tim Carlson with 114 points. His many years of big mountain snowboarding experience make him a strong favorite to win. Next behind in the tour standings is Sammy Luebke with 105 points. Tied for third after Crystal and Kirkwood are Brandon Reid and Charlie Hoch with 100 points, each having won a stop of the series.
As an open event, The North Face Masters provides an opportunity for both established and up-and-coming riders to put together a winning run during two days of cutthroat competition. Saturday's finals held on Snowbirds famously technical venue, "West Baldy", will be broadcast live on the tetongravity.com homepage.
The North Face Masters of Snowboarding is presented by PrimaLoft and supported by The North Face, Subaru of America, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Bern, Lib Tech, Gnu, Mountain Sports International, Comcast Sportsnet, Snowboard Magazine, Clif Bar, Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort, Crystal Mountain and Kirkwood Mountain Resort.
For more information about series visit thenorthfacemasters.com.
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News: Hoch And Lucas Win The N News: Hoch And Lucas Win The North Face Masters Of Snowboarding Finals At Kirkwood
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Kirkwood, California- The final day of The North Face Masters of Snowboarding, presented by PrimaLoft, went off in epic style under bluebird, California skies. With 100 mile-per-hour winds and heavy snowfall pushing the competition back one day, competitors were treated to fresh powder and sunny spring conditions on Kirkwood's famously steep venue,The Cirque for the one-run finals.
It was an amazing day here at Kirkwood, said Competition Director Patrick Brennan.Sun, powder and an incredible field of athletes made for a perfect day of competition.
With The Cirque permanently closed to the public, Kirkwood patrollers were hard at work yesterday morning performing avalanche and safety control after two feet of snow fell overnight. Due to high winds, the venue was left with variable snow conditions, which created another challenging aspect to an already difficult competition venue.
A leg-burning 1300 feet long, the venue had every type of snow condition and terrain feature imaginable for the 42 big-mountain snowboarders who made it to the finals after Day 1. Riders were judged for line choice, control, style and fluidity by big mountain legends Tom Burt, Andy Hetzel, Temple Cummins and Julie Zell.
The womens champion for 2012 at Kirkwood was local rider Casey Lucas. This is a dream to win at Kirkwood, said Lucas after her high score of 80.33 was announced. Judges and fans were impressed with Lucas s double cliff drop at the top, showcasing her confident and controlled riding skills honed here at Kirkwood.
In second was Snowbirds Laura Dewey whose strong, athletic style earned her a 78.67. Rounding out the podium at Kirkwood was fellow Snowbird rider Camila Brown with a score of 78.00 thanks to her solid line choice.
Coming back with a vengeance after being sidelined with injury was Wolfcreeks Charlie Hoch, who took the mens field with a winning score of 81.33. Hoch stuck his landing on a big double cliff drop off the top, rode fluid and fast down the fall line, and showed impeccable control on the variable snow. His solid riding earned him the Clif Bar Best Moment of the competition on top of his first place finish.
Scoring an 80.33 to finish second place amid the stacked field was seasoned rider Tim Carlson out of Stevens Pass, WA. Carlson showed zero hesitation as he straight-lined chutes, stuck every landing and carved fast, fluid turns. Earning the final podium spot was Squaw Valleys Christopher Galvin with a score of 78.67.
Now in its fifth season, the three-stop tour is the only open competition for big mountain snowboarders, with an overall prize purse of $50,000.
$20,000 of prize money was awarded to the top finishers, as well the famous Katana Sword to Hoch and Lucas. The North Face Young Gun Award, given to the most impressive rider under the age of 25, went to Jann Eberharter of Bogus Basin.
The North Face Masters of Snowboarding is presented by PrimaLoft and supported by The North Face, Subaru of America, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Bern, Lib Tech, Gnu, Mountain Sports International, Comcast Sportsnet, Snowboard Magazine, Clif Bar, Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort, Crystal Mountain and Kirkwood Mountain Resort.
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News: The North Face Masters O News: The North Face Masters Of Snowboarding Series Heads To Kirkwood
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World's best big mountain snowboarders compete in the second stop of the series
Salt Lake City, Utah - With March bringing huge snow totals to Kirkwood, the California resort is set to host stop two of The North Face Masters of Snowboarding, presented by PrimaLoft, March 29-April 1. Now in it's fifth season, the three-stop tour is the only open competition for big mountain snowboarders, with an overall prize purse of $50,000.Originally planned for the first week of March, the event was pushed back a month to allow for more spring storms, a decision that paid off with over ten feet of snowfall in the past few weeks.
"We are excited to bring the tour here this year," remarked Kirkwood's Director of Marketing Kevin Cooper. "With a rough start and a mild mid-season it was hard to visualize the event actually taking place this year, but then there was March! We had nine feet in five days last week and we are track for 44 more inches here by end of day today, so the stoke level could not be higher!"
As an open event, The North Face Masters provides an opportunity for both established and up-and-coming riders to put together a winning run during two days of fierce competition. Saturday's finals are held on Kirkwood's famously steep venue, The Cirque, which will be broadcast live at thenorthfacemasters.com.
With the leading names in big mountain snowboarding competing this weekend, the quest for the title will be fierce. The women's field is stacked, with past champion Shannan Yates looking to repeat her win. Kyle Clancy and Jonathan Penfield are favorites from the deep and talented men's field.
"We are super excited to be back at Kirkwood for the second stop of the Masters, said Competition Director Patrick Brennan. "The recent snowfall, along with the forecasted snow in the next few days, have The Cirque in prime shape for some serious big mountain shredding."
The top male and female riders will receive one of the most coveted awards in big mountain snowboarding-the Katana Sword. Also, at each stop of the tour, The North Face honors a rider under the age of 21 with the Young Gun Award for innovative riding and promising talent.
The North Face Masters of Snowboarding is presented by PrimaLoft and supported by The North Face, Subaru of America, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Bern, Lib Tech, Gnu, Mountain Sports International, Comcast Sportsnet, Snowboard Magazine, Clif Bar, Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort, Crystal Mountain and Kirkwood Mountain Resort.
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Salt Lake City, Utah — Stop four of the 2012 Subaru Freeskiing World Tour kicks off this week at Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort with warm temperatures and light snow in the forecast. Big mountain freeskiers from around the globe have gathered in the Wasatch Mountains to battle it out in front of the massive crowd.
Leading the women’s tour after three competitions is Snowbird local Angel Collinson with a top score of 6900 points. Close behind is tour veteran Crystal Wright out of Jackson Hole with 6680. Rounding out the top three is Vermont’s Ashley Maxfield with 3730 points.
Currently in first for the men’s side is Josh Daiek from Kirkwood with a leading total of 4375 points. Hot on his heels is Guerlain Chicherit from TIgnes, France with 4115 points earned this season. Third on this season’s tour at 3600 points is fellow Frenchman Adrien Coirier.
To earn a place in the Day One competition, those athletes who are not prequalified skied “West Baldy” on Wednesday, March 14, to gain a coveted spot in the main event.
A season favorite for both athletes and fans, the Snowbird stop of the tour is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Don’t miss a second of the action! Tune in as we broadcast LIVE Day One and Day Two on www.freeskiingworldtour.com
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Salt Lake City, Utah — Due to the unusually low snow year in Crested Butte, Colo., ski patrol and event organizers have made the difficult decision to cancel this year's Freeskiing World Tour stop, scheduled March 7-11.
The decision was incredibly tough to make, as the Crested Butte event is a perennial favorite for athletes and fans. Crested Butte has long been a supporter of the tour and has deep roots in competitive big mountain freeskiing. Nevertheless, factors out of resort and event organizer's control have forced this decision.
"Due to an unfortunate weather pattern this year, we cannot provide the venue that truly showcases the athletes and what they have come to expect here in Crested Butte," said Crested Butte Snow Safety Director Frank Coffey. "Unfortunately the snowpack does not offer optimal conditions, in regards to the safety of the athletes and course workers with the level of skiing that takes place. We love this event and we really look forward to hosting it again next year."
The rocky, extreme terrain that Crested Butte is known for needs significant snow coverage and sadly this season has not provided.
"We focus on safety first for our competitors," said Event Director Bryan Barlow. "It's not worth jeopardizing the well-being of our athletes to hold the event this year. We try to work with Mother Nature the best we can and have already postponed this event in hopes of more snow. Year-to-year we need to maintain a certain level of consistency from event to event in terms of snowpack and what is needed for the skiers to showcase what is freeskiing today."
Tour organizers hoped to reschedule the event to a later date, however the season is full with other competitions. Due to the cancellation, the overall Freeskiing World Tour Champion this season will be determined using the top three out of five event scores.
MSI would like to thank all athletes for their understanding and patience with scheduling difficulties.
The Freeskiing World Tour heads to Snowbird, UT March 14-19 followed by Qualifiers at Moonlight Basin, MT March 22-25 and wraps up at Kirkwood, CA April 4-9.
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News: The North Face Masters O News: The North Face Masters Of Snowboarding At Kirkwood Postponed
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Salt Lake City, UT - Looking to provide the best competition conditions possible for its athletes, The North Face Masters of Snowboarding will move its Kirkwood event from March 1-4 to March 29-April 1 in anticipation of a deeper snow base.
The North Face Masters of Snowboarding presented by PrimaLoft is the largest open, big mountain snowboarding competition in the country. The Masters is a three-stop tour with an overall prize purse that tops $50,000.
Although Kirkwood had significant snowfall gains in a recent storm cycle, the additional time will allow for the accumulation and coverage on the venue needed to maintain the high quality and integrity of the event.
"It's unfortunate that we have to delay the event but the current coverage is not yet up to our event standards," says Event Director Bryan Barlow. "We expect excellent conditions this spring at Kirkwood."
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