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Sun Peaks Launches onto World Stage in Conde Nast Poll
03 years ago
by Press Release
in Resort News
December 10, 2008 – Sun Peaks, BC – Sun Peaks has splashed onto the international stage with a top 10 ranking in one of the world’s leading travel publications. Sun Peaks Director of Skiing and Olympic Champion Nancy Greene says, “We are thrilled with the results of the recent Conde Nast Traveler poll which ranks Sun Peaks as the 2nd best ski resort in Canada, and 10th best in North America.”
Over 32,000 Conde Nast Traveler readers voted in this 13th Annual Ski Poll. Conde Nast Traveler was named one of the top 10 magazines in the United States in 2008 and its 3.1 million readers are considered well-versed and well-educated on travel destinations. (more…)
Announcing Whitegold Snowboards
03 years ago
by Press Release
in Product News
whitegold snowboards
Check out www.whitegoldsnowboards.com for the first look at the new boards. They are on their way to Whistler now, all the way from Austria. The boards will be here in mid December, just in time for the real winter pow to get here. I got a bunch of boards shipped Fedex to take these shots for the website and get them out on the hill. I have been jibbing around on the 153 with rocker and it’s been super fun. The website is brand new and may have some bugs still to work out. Check it out and drop me a line anytime.
Enjoy!
Kevin Sansalone
More Terrain Set to Open at Sun Peaks Resort
03 years ago
by Press Release
in Resort News
November 27, 2008 – Sun Peaks, BC – With snow in the forecast for the next four days, Sun Peaks Resort is working to expand the amount of terrain open to the public. On Friday morning, the 5 Mile run will be open down to the valley, providing 600 vertical metres and over 6km of skiing on Cahilty and 5 Mile.
“Crews are also working diligently on Gentle Giant, which is serviced by the two conveyor lifts,” says Anne Haight, Director of Sales and Marketing with Sun Peaks Resort Corporation. “This will provide some excellent teaching terrain for those strapping on skis or a snowboard for the first time.” (more…)
Who’s most likely to be swept away? Avalanche study shows training and education don’t reduce risk in the backcountry
03 years ago
by Chris
in Industry News
If you think the person most likely to be involved in an avalanche this winter will be a young hot-dogger who doesn’t know any better, think again.
Albi Sole, program co-ordinator for Public Avalanche Awareness Programs at the University of Calgary Outdoor Centre, has just completed his masters degree research profiling who’s at the highest risk of being involved in an avalanche incident. According to Sole, the most likely subject is a male backcountry skier, 25-29 years old, with a bachelor’s degree or higher and earning about $10,000 over the provincial average. Being accompanied by a woman tends to reduce the risk, while having taken avalanche training does not. (more…)
Revelstoke Mountain to open Tomorrow
03 years ago
by Press Release
in Resort News
Revelstoke, BC – Revelstoke Mountain Resort (RMR) opens on schedule this Thursday November 27, 2008 for its second season of operation. The Stoke high speed quad chairlift will be running servicing the upper mountain, with downloading on the Upper Revelation Gondola. Revelstoke Mountain Resort has received 117cm of snow to date in the upper alpine and is expecting another 10cm this evening. The last snow fall was Friday November 22nd when approximately 15cm was received. Guests are reminded to ski and ride with caution as early season conditions exist. All visitors to the resort should stay within the ski area boundary and obey all mountain signage. Lift ticket prices for opening day are $49 for adults, $36 for students, seniors and youth and $18 for children. Guest Services at the Day Lodge will open at 7am for ticket sales. (more…)
New Energy in the Sun Peaks Terrain Park
03 years ago
by Press Release
in Resort News
November 13, 2008 – Sun Peaks, BC – With infrastructure upgrades, new features, new clinics and Monster Energy backing the Sun Peaks Terrain Parks this winter, all of the pieces are in place for an epic season.
Two new dirt decks have been built in the lower section of the park for the two showcase jumps. With less snow required to build the jumps, you can expect to see the advanced terrain park open earlier than normal this winter! More features have also been purchased including a 10’ Flat 12’ Down Rail and a 24’ C Box. The Bluebird Day Fund has also purchased a 40’ Flat Box for this season.
If you’re new to the park, then you will want to register for the Ski and Board Terrain Park Clinics! New this season at Sun Peaks, clinics will take place December 20-21, February 7-8 and March 16-20. Contact the Sports School at 250-578-5505 to register today!
Sun Peaks Film Premiere
To get stoked for the winter season, head to the 2nd annual film premiere at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops on Thursday, November 20. Alterna Films production of Knockout – The Tenth Round stands out from the pack with highlights that include an exotic journey through India to the Himalayas. A fantastic blend of inventive freestyle snowboarding, this film features Matt Belzile, Chris Dufficy and Seb Toots, among others.
For skiers in the audience, the feature film is Claim, The Greatest Ski Movie…EVER from Matchstick Productions. Travel to the far corners of the world with some of the biggest names in skiing today, including Mark Abma, Eric Hjorleifson, Ingrid Backstrom and TJ Schiller.
There are thousands of dollars in prizes to give away, including an iTouch! Plus, Sun Peaks Resort will be giving away a 2 for 1 lift voucher to everyone who attends.
Purchase Tickets from Sun Peaks Resort Guest Services, Oronge Board Shop, 378 Board Shop and Simply Computing at TRU and Sahali Mall.
Film Premiere Admission:
18 years and up – $8.00 in advance, $10.00 at the door
17 years and under – $6.00 in advance, $8.00 at the door
All profits from this event go to the Bluebird Day Fund.
About Sun Peaks
Sun Peaks Resort is a four season destination resort located in the interior of British Columbia near Kamloops. In winter, Sun Peaks is British Columbia’s second largest ski area with three mountains surrounding an intimate ski-in, ski-out village. In other seasons, Sun Peaks offers a diverse range of leisure activities including 18 holes of golf as well as numerous events and festivals. Sun Peaks Resort was the first ski resort in North America and is the only resort in Canada to receive the ISO 14001 designation recognizing the resorts environmental policies and practices. Sun Peaks can be accessed by two airport gateways – Kamloops (45 minutes) and Kelowna (2 1/2 hours) and by car, only a 4 ¼ hour drive separates Sun Peaks and Vancouver, B.C.
Billabong’s Ante Up Contest
03 years ago
Billabong Ante Up, presented by Monster Energy is going to be taking place Jan. 9-10th, 2009 at Canada Olympic Park (C.O.P.) in Calgary. The event will be a double jump slope style event, with the winner getting an entry spot in the 2009 Billabong Innsbruck Air and Style event that will be taking place Jan. 31st in Austria.
Billabong Ante Up
Date: Canada Olympic Park (COP), Calgary, AB Jan. 9-10th, 2009
Entry Deadline: Dec. 14th, 2008
Prize Money: $15,000 CDN
Entry Fee: $100 CDN
Selection Process:
A panel will look at all completed registration forms. Competitors will be chosen on a variety of qualifications including former results, video parts, and overall skill level.
Selection date:
A list will be posted on this website Dec. 17th with qualified riders and waiting list
Waiver:
All selected riders will be contacted once selected and will be given access to a liability waiver that MUST be signed by compeitor and parent/guardian (if under 18) in order to compete
For more info, visit www.billabong.com/anteup.
Sandbox Whistler Premiere
03 years ago
Our premiere tour comes to an end with the grand finally right here at home in Whistler on Saturday, November 22nd. We pray this will also be opening day.
All Day Every Day Permiere
THE WESTIN HOTEL – Emerald Ballroom
DOORS – 8PM
SHOW STARTS – 9:30PM
TICKETS $10 AT THE DOOR
OR AVAILABLE AT:
The Circle – Whistler
Showcase – Village & Vancouver
Boardroom – North Vancouver
TONS OF PRIZES
DUAL SCREENS
PRO PHOTO CHARITY AUCTION
THREE CASH BARS & DJ VINYL RITCHIE PRE PARTY
With the new location this year the premiere will have a capacity of 700 people… this will be a massive party.
AFTER PARTY TO BE ANNOUNCED.
Check the poster and pass it on for us.
RSVP TO THE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE