The Rich History of Extreme Skiing in Crested Butte, CO

Shane McConkey sending a cliff in the US Extreme Skiing Championships at Crested Butte in 1997. Photo Credit: Flip McCririck

Colorado’s Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) was the early centerpiece for extreme skiing. Before extreme in-bounds terrain became mainstream across the resort ski industry, a day on the slopes meant clipping into skinny 200+ cm skis and proceeding to rip groomers. Now, many skiers head straight for the bowls, cliffs, chutes, or whatever extreme terrain the resort offers to get […]
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How To Prevent Ski Injuries With The Canadian Olympic Team’s Method

Written by Steve Carver Winter sports enthusiasts face a high risk of injuries, especially in activities like skiing and snowboarding. The thrill of speed, unpredictable weather conditions, and challenging terrains can lead to some serious accidents.  There are an average of 2.8 injuries for every 1,000 days skied, with knee-related injuries standing out as the most prevalent. The risks are […]
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The World’s Best Ski Destinations According to ‘Compare the Market’

The Australian subsidiary of British price comparison website for travel insurance ’Compare the Market’, Compare the Market AU, has ranked 50 different cities, towns, and villages around the world to see which one is the best for a snow sport holiday. The data analyses the number of listed accommodation options, the total length of ski runs by difficulty grade, annual […]
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Vlhova Beats Shiffrin in Slalom Race to Claim her 30th World Cup Victory at Courchevel, France

Slovakian race skier Petra Vlhova beat Mikaela Shiffrin in a nail biting finish in Slalom at the World Cup in Courchevel, France, on Thursday, December 21, 2023. It was clear after the first run that this race was going to be decided between Vlhova and Shiffrin. There was 0.17 seconds separating the two skiers, with Shiffrin in the lead with […]
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Outdoor Retailer, Public Lands, Offers Great Apparel & Gear While Keeping Protection Top of Mind

Public Lands provides the best equipment and gear for any outdoor person while focusing on keeping the environment and our planet healthy. The United States is home to some of the most beautiful public lands in the world which covers 640 million acres that are just waiting for outdoor lovers to experience. They offer eight specialty shops under one roof […]
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