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Keystone opens 2009 early due to snow, others will follow?

Great snow conditions have prompted Keystone officials to open the slopes a day early. Keystone will now be opening on Thursday, November 5th at 9:00 AM. I’m guessing that the resorts that are slated to open Thanksgiving week (Beaver Creek, Crested Butte, Steamboat, Snowmass) will do the same so that out-of-towners and local vacationers can […]

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Review: Swany X-Change II gloves

The Swany X-Change II ski gloves are an awesome pair from their sports utility crossover collection. I haven’t worn a pair that are so well rounded with little complaint. Interior The lining is comfortable and was perfectly snug. As with any gloves (not mittens) you’re a bit limited in mobility but I found I had […]

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Copper's opening weekend festival: Lift Off 2009

Only 8 days until Copper opens for the winter season on Friday, November 6, 2009. Come join us for Lift Off 2009 presented by Sprint, our 5th annual opening weekend festival, November 6 – 8. Enjoy the latest 2010 ski & snowboard movies, including the Copper premier of TGR’s new film: Re:Session, with net proceeds […]

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Shaun White's private halfpipe

Some day when I grow up, I’ll have my own private halfpipe. In the meantime, I’ll just have to watch Shaun White play on his. Not everyone has heard of this yet, but Red Bull built Shaun a halfpipe in the backcountry of Silverton, Colorado and will start posting some awesome videos soon. In short: […]

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Plows are out this morning in …

Plows are out this morning in Denver (photo: http://bit.ly/1jZbBf) with schools closed. First powder day of the season!

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Is this what it looks like the…

Is this what it looks like the evening before a 2-foot blizzard in Denver? Downtown photos: http://bit.ly/1ybCy1

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2009/2010 Colorado resort opening days

Well, I said I wasn’t going to do it this year but I did. Frankly, I’m annoyed with 1) resort websites that don’t have their opening day listed front and center (not even CSCUSA) and 2) other websites claiming dates that are flat out incorrect. So, I have hand-verified each of the dates listed below […]

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Race training under way at Copper Mountain for 2009/2010

On October 19, 2009 Copper opened our fall race camps, once again welcoming ski and snowboard race teams from around the country and the globe for the best high alpine training available. Keep an eye out for local and US-based teams such as Team Summit and the US Ski team, as well as national teams […]