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Sun Peaks Gears Up for Opening Day on November 14!
02 years ago
by Press Release
in Resort News
Sun Peaks, BC (November 3, 2009) – Epic early-season snowfall at Sun Peaks Resort has moved up opening day to Saturday, November 14, a week ahead of schedule! And as the first resort to open in the BC Interior this winter, Sun Peaks is gearing up for a huge celebration.
With the new opening day, it’s all about the number 14. The 2009-2010 Winter season begins 14 minutes early on the Sunburst Chairlift as the lift starts turning at 8:46am on Saturday, November 14. And if you’re lucky…a free or discounted lift ticket may be in the cards! (more…)
3rd Annual Backyard Bang Rail Jam Keeps the Clouds at Bay
02 years ago
PORTLAND, OR. (Oct. 31, 2009) – For the third year in a row the crew at Salomon Snowboards tempted fate by throwing a rail jam in the middle of downtown Portland during the Rose City’s typically rainy autumn. It didn’t stop Jonah Owen from throwing down hammers in front of the Art Institute of Portland—he pressed and spun his way into first place with Johnnie Paxson in a close second and Austin Sweetin rounding out third.
The vibe was mellow and fun and brought the Pacific Northwest snowboard community together for early season anticipation, proper jibs, frothy beers, free prizes and dance-worthy jams by DJ Wicked. (more…)
Yukon Kornelius, Members of Dave Mathews Band, Barenaked Ladies and Guster, To Perform in Vail, CO As A Part Of Vail Snow Daze and Environmental Music Tour
02 years ago
by Press Release
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VAIL, Colo. – Nov. 2, 2009 – Vail Mountain and partner Highline Sports & Entertainment announced today that star-studded band Yukon Kornelius will perform an awareness concert for environmental non-profit Reverb on Fri., Dec. 11 as a part of Vail Snow Daze, Vail’s annual winter kick-off festival. Anchored by Stefan Lessard, bass guitarist from Dave Matthews Band, and joined by Ed Robertson of Barenaked Ladies, Adam Gardner of Guster and Eric Fawcett from N*E*R*D, Yukon Kornelius will take center stage at Vail’s Dobson Ice Arena with opening act Pete Kilpatrick Band. (more…)
686 Day Is Coming November 13!!!
22 years ago
November 13. Friday the 13th. In 686 terms, we like to call it Free Friday the 13th. Mark your calendars now because November 13 is 686 Day! That means free 686 gear and other surprises for you. We’ll be posting the list of participating shops next week and if you’re not located near a shop, then stay logged onto 686.com all day long for hourly giveaways and a HUGE prize raffle.
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Skiing Not As Dangerous As Believed (Still Not As Fun As Snowboarding)
02 years ago
by Press Release
in Industry News
New study analyzes myths concerning alpine skiing injuries
ROSEMONT, IL – Alpine skiing is often considered one of the most dangerous winter sports around, especially with the horrific crash videos replayed during the evening sports casts. However, a new study published in the November/December issue of Sports Health: A Multidisciplinary Approach investigates and debunks 12 common myths associated with the sport.
“There are many common misperceptions about skiing safety and equipment needs,” said lead author, Robert J. Johnson, MD, Emeritus Professor of Orthopaedics at the University of Vermont. “Our study reviewed the literature concerning 12 of the most common topics related to skiing and determined that all or at least part of each of the myths could not be substantiated.” (more…)
The North Face Snow Report 2.0 Offers Improved Snow Updates and Resort Information
02 years ago
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New iPhone Application Provides Detailed Weather Reports and Community Feedback from Ski Resorts Around the Globe at No Cost
SAN LEANDRO, CA – OCTOBER 27, 2009 — The North Face, the world’s premier supplier of authentic, innovative and technically advanced outdoor apparel, equipment and footwear, has launched Snow Report 2.0, a free iPhone weather application for skiers and snowboarders that aggregates resort-specific Twitter updates and weather and snow condition feeds.
Epic Snowfall at Sun Peaks Moves Up Opening Day
02 years ago
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Sun Peaks set to open Saturday, November 14
Sun Peaks, BC (October 28, 2009) – Close to 60 centimetres of snow has fallen in the last 7 days and with another 15cm expected in the next 48 hours, Sun Peaks Resort is moving up their planned opening day to Saturday, November 14th, a week ahead of schedule!
“This is the earliest we have seen conditions like this and so to take advantage of this gift, we are going to move the planned opening day up to November 14,” says Jamie Tattersfield, Mountain Operations Manager at Sun Peaks. “We aim to open as many lifts and runs as possible.” (more…)
8″ of New Snow + Ski Free in Winter Park
02 years ago
by Press Release
in Resort News
Dear Snow Lover,
Old man winter sure is feeling frisky today with 8 inches of new snow overnight and it’s still coming down. The timing couldn’t be better, with opening day only three weeks away on November 18 and the best early season deal in our 70 year history just announced yesterday — Ski Free in Winter Park. The deal is sweet. Stay two nights or more between opening day and Christmas and get a free lift ticket for each night stayed. For full details, and to book online, visit PlayWinterPark.com. (more…)