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Spencer Cox

Run, bike, climb, surf, ski- then write about it!

Find Comfort in the Mountains: Layer Like the Pros

We use our hands a lot in the mountains. Sure, our legs do the brunt of the work when it comes to climbing and skiing lines. But our hands play a vital role, whether swinging an ice axe, managing ropes and gear, or even just pulling out a snack to stay fueled throughout the day. In all of these essential […]

Spencer Cox | January 9, 2024
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A Diamond in the Rough – Make Your Family Ski Trip Unforgettable at Diamond Peak Ski Resort, NV

Brought to you by Diamond Peak Let’s face it, as great as they are, family ski vacations are not always as easy as they seem. Dad wants to ride groomers, mom wants to ski the steeps, the kids want to rip the park, and the little one still needs a lesson or two to get their ski legs under them. […]

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Spencer Cox | March 2, 2023
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High Stakes for the Toyota U.S. Grand Prix in Mammoth Mountain, CA

Brought to you by Mammoth Mountain For many winter Olympic hopefuls, the clock is ticking. With the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics just under three months away, the pressure is on to make the cut for a chance at Olympic glory. This January 6-9, the U.S.’ most elite skiers and riders will descend upon Mammoth Mountain’s famed Unbound Terrain Park for […]

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Spencer Cox | January 6, 2022
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Adventure at Your Doorstep: Backcountry Skiing and Splitboarding in Mono County

Brought to you by Mono County Tourism The steep and jagged mountains of Mono County are what skier’s dreams are made of. The opportunities for backcountry skiing and splitboarding are plentiful and ripe for the picking. With huge mountains looming overhead and gorgeous ski lines visible from the roadside (and far beyond), it’s no wonder why people spend their whole […]

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Spencer Cox | January 5, 2022
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The Past, Present, and Future Legends of Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, CA

Brought to you by Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, CA has produced more legendary skiers and riders than practically anywhere else. It’s no wonder why: These California resorts have some of the steepest, most challenging inbounds terrain in the West. Take the cliff-strewn Fingers off KT-22, the vertical chutes off Palisades, and the well-sculpted race courses, and […]

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Spencer Cox | March 30, 2021
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Prescription Mother Nature to the Rescue: Experience Winter in Mammoth Lakes

Brought to you by Mammoth Lakes Tourism Covid got you down? After months of the mundane, you dream of adventure, crave a change of pace, and long for a deeply satisfying breath of fresh mountain air. Luckily for you, we’ve got a prescription that will fulfill these wishes and more. It’s a remedy to the blues, a medicine for the […]

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Spencer Cox | March 15, 2021
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Ambitious Opening Plans for Heavenly in Tahoe, CA

Heavenly Opening Day

In a recent press release, Heavenly announced that they would be opening the California Lodge on opening day — something they haven’t done in over a decade. Come November 20, Heavenly plans to not only have lifts running, but also allow access to much of the California side of the resort. This is, of course, snow-permitting. Related: Heavenly Ski Patroller […]

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Spencer Cox | October 2, 2020
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Conquering ‘Cradle Snatcher’ Couloir in Tasmania!

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Spencer Cox | October 1, 2020
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