Colorado Snow
I’m very excited to get to poke around at the new “Pro” features at OpenSnow.com. Check out what the guys over at OpenSnow.com have launched (the site is still free) for paid accounts, starting at “Pro”: 10 day forecasts forecast trends webcam comparison for locations quick answer Q&A with forecasters 10 “favorites” on the site […]
If you’re looking for a great local apparel company to support, and need some new gear, check out Flylow: all 2012-13 Flylow gear is now 20 percent off on Flylowgear.com. Plus, get free shipping on all orders over $100. Use coupon code: faceshot. What are you waiting for?
Bad news if true for us Colorado snow lovers: Groundhog Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow suggesting spring may be right around the corner. Here’s hoping we actually see a lot more precipitation in the mountains through April!
If the Winter X Games aren’t reason enough to visit Aspen next week, I’d strongly recommend checking out the various events and concerts. Calvin Harris will be performing on Saturday, January 26th and Major Lazer on Sunday, January 27th (both at 4:15 PM at Buttermilk Mountain’s X Fest Stage).
If you plan to visit Breckenridge soon, I’d suggest checking out the new Breckenridge Blog. Rachel Walker has a great round-up of the various options available to learn to ski and snowboard at Breck.
Bob Berwyn, reporting over at the Summit County Citizens Voice: As part of the state-authorized weather modification plan, operators of cloud-seeding operations are required to complete annual “target versus control” analyses, comparing snowfall in target areas against similar non-targeted control areas. Over time, the data from those evaluations may help determine if cloud seeding really […]
Here are some simple, but fun, smaller gift ideas for stockings and friends from FamilyShred.com. I do like the idea of giving a mini-tool set to friends, especially snowboarders, because sometimes a wrench bench isn’t anywhere nearby when that binding comes loose. I’m also a big fan of giving and receiving stickers from local resorts […]
If you’re interested in getting something locally-produced then I’d recommend this list from Breck Connection. I’ve wandered into a few local good stores in Breckenridge and found gifts for literally everyone in my life (I knocked out a birthday, Christmas, and wedding anniversary all in one stop). Plus, I can’t argue with any list that […]