After a very successful Winter Olympics it looks like the US men's ski team is ready for another successful winter season. The following release is great news as another season of ski racing is around the corner.
CORONET PEAK, New Zealand (Aug. 16) – American men found their speed early in the season as Warner Nickerson (Gilford, NH) led Olympic gold medalists Ted Ligety (Park City, UT) and Bode Miller (Franconia, NH) to a giant slalom podium sweep Monday at Coronet Peak.
Up-and-comers Will Gregorak (Longmont, CO) and Colby Granstrom (Lake Stevens, WA), the reigning Junior World Champion in combined, also landed in the top 10 with fifth and seventh respectively. Vancouver Olympian Megan McJames (Park City, UT) posted the top U.S. women's result with fifth, followed closely by Julia Ford (Plymouth, NH) in seventh.
The races kick off the second stop of the 2011 Australian New Zealand Cup series and fall near the end of the U.S. Ski Team's annual summer on-snow camps in the Southern Hemisphere.
"The general energy of the entire group at this camp has just been awesome," said men's Head Coach Sasha Rearick. "Bode, Ted and all the guys have been giving incredible effort and just training like mad. It's a really positive scene."
Both Rearick and women's Head Coach Alex Hoedlmoser gave credit to the Canadian Ski Team for injecting a few trails with water prior to the Team's arrival allowing both programs to hit the ground running. The U.S. program then added a few more injected slopes providing the Team with incredible winter conditions for training.
"The men's and women's teams each brought an injection bar and we had a couple extra lanes already set thanks to the Canadians," said Hoedlmoser. "So far the conditions have been great. We've been able to train with the guys a lot, and the girls are getting in the laps. It's exactly what they need at this time of the year."
Hoedlmoser and Rearick also noted excellent results on equipment testing with Hoedlmoser pointing out incredible feel from three-time Olympic medalist Julia Mancuso (Olympic Valley, CA) on her new equipment from Voekl.
"Julia has had some solid results with her giant slalom and super G skis and we'll get things worked out with slalom. Lindsey [Vonn, Vail, CO] is also figuring some things out, particularly with her GS and slalom skis. We're getting great feedback from the girls all the way around, both positive and negative, but it's all working towards making sure they're on the fastest, most comfortable equipment by the time we start racing."
McJames, and teammate Chelsea Marshall (Pittsfield, VT) are also working out equipment switches with McJames moving to Fischer and Marshall now working with Head. Additionally Hailey Duke (Boise, ID) made the move to Fischer boots, but still races on Voekl skis.
On the men's side, Ligety took the first race runs of his career with Head racing and reported positive results with his second place finish, while Marco Sullivan (Squaw Valley, CA) is getting in laps on his new set-up from Rossignol and Lange.
"Marco is looking great," said Rearick. "He's showing some good ankle flexion and feeling positive about his new gear. Ted hasn't lost any ground and is just flat out charging. He definitely has some things to figure out, but it's all moving along nicely."
A pair of slalom races are set for Tuesday at Coronet Peak with the women's camp wrapping up the following day. The U.S. men will remain in New Zealand another week.
Australia New Zealand Cup
Coronet Peak, New Zealand
August 16, 2010
Men's giant slalom
1. Warner Nickerson, Gilford, NH, 1:38.77
2. Ted Ligety, Park City, UT, 1:38.79
3. Bode Miller, Franconia, NH, 1:39.13
4. Felix Neureuther, Germany, 1:39.21
5. Will Gregorak, Longmont, CO, 1:39.91
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Women's giant slalom
1. Marie Prefontaine, Canada, 1:44.47
2. Marie Gagnon, Canada, 1:45.17
3. Chloe Fuasa, Norway, 1:45.86
4. Susanne Riesch, Germany, 1:45.67
5. Megan McJames, Park City, UT, 1:47.74
Here are complete results at this web site - http://www.fis-ski.com.
Monday, August 16, 2010
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Tom Kelly, tkelly@ussa.org
MEDIA NOTE: Rights free photos are available for editorial use at http://ussa.smugmug.com. Please credit Coronet Peak/Michael Thomas.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Friday, August 13, 2010
Free Lift tickets to Whiteface - how to get one
Whiteface Mountain in New York has announced a unique targeted and limited promotion offering a free lift ticket to Whiteface Mountain to those they find at specific locations dressed up as skiers.
The Whiteface Road Warriors scheduled appearances in New York's Capital Region this Friday and Saturday will include lift tickets and other prizes to give away. On Friday, the Whiteface Road Warriors will be at the Farmer’s Market from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, and at Red Square from 8 to 10 p.m. On Saturday, they’ll be at the Crossgates Mall (in front of Best Buy) from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., as well as additional mystery locations those two days. They are looking for eager skiers to show up wearing their winter ski gear, including a helmet, goggles, skis or ski boots. If you’re spotted dressed for winter, you’ll automatically win a lift ticket to ski Whiteface this 2010-11 ski season.
The following weekend, Aug. 20-22, the Whiteface Road Warriors are scheduled to appear in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. As the seasons turn the Whiteface Road Warriors have trips planned to New York City and across the border into Canada.
This is another a true sign that the winter ski and snowboard season is not far away we are seeing more and more ski resorts come up with creative ways to create awareness and start to build enthusiasm. We think this is one of the more interesting promotions we have seen in a while.
The Whiteface Road Warriors scheduled appearances in New York's Capital Region this Friday and Saturday will include lift tickets and other prizes to give away. On Friday, the Whiteface Road Warriors will be at the Farmer’s Market from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, and at Red Square from 8 to 10 p.m. On Saturday, they’ll be at the Crossgates Mall (in front of Best Buy) from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., as well as additional mystery locations those two days. They are looking for eager skiers to show up wearing their winter ski gear, including a helmet, goggles, skis or ski boots. If you’re spotted dressed for winter, you’ll automatically win a lift ticket to ski Whiteface this 2010-11 ski season.
The following weekend, Aug. 20-22, the Whiteface Road Warriors are scheduled to appear in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. As the seasons turn the Whiteface Road Warriors have trips planned to New York City and across the border into Canada.
This is another a true sign that the winter ski and snowboard season is not far away we are seeing more and more ski resorts come up with creative ways to create awareness and start to build enthusiasm. We think this is one of the more interesting promotions we have seen in a while.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Discount lodging and activity at Silver Strike Lodge in Park City, Utah
Resorts West property management company in Park City, Utah has just updated new coupons and promotional offers at the Silver Strike Lodge.
Resorts West welcomes you to our newest luxury community, Silver Star at Park City! This summer we invite you to enjoy a complimentary third night when you book two at one of our Silver Star properties. These 2- to 4-bedroom condos, townhomes and cottages feature direct access to the biking and hiking trails of Park City Mountain Resort, a community fire pit, swimming pool, hot tub and weekly live music on the Silver Star plaza. The shopping, dining and nightlife of Main Street Park City is just minutes away.
Specials include up to 33% off rates. Book now and save.
Resorts West welcomes you to our newest luxury community, Silver Star at Park City! This summer we invite you to enjoy a complimentary third night when you book two at one of our Silver Star properties. These 2- to 4-bedroom condos, townhomes and cottages feature direct access to the biking and hiking trails of Park City Mountain Resort, a community fire pit, swimming pool, hot tub and weekly live music on the Silver Star plaza. The shopping, dining and nightlife of Main Street Park City is just minutes away.
Specials include up to 33% off rates. Book now and save.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
More terrain and Bowl Skiing and Riding at Kicking Horse
Golden, B.C., Aug. 3, 2010—Kicking Horse Mountain Resort will open a fourth bowl for winter 2010-11. Now about to enter their 10th season, the new opening into Super Bowl introduces “an epic selection of advanced and expert skiable terrain,” states the area in a press release.
With more and more resorts in the western US and Canada opening advanced and expert terrain like this it was a natural expansion for Kicking Horse. Super Bowl covers up to 1,000 vertical feet and includes more than 15 new advanced and expert chutes, bring Kicking Horse’s total to 85. The entire bowl has an off-piste, out-of-bounds feel, but is now part of a controlled inbounds environment.
Summer guests also will now see a new hiking trail along the Bowl Over ridge to the Super Bowl saddle. This will be providing easy access to views of the Columbia Valley, Canyon Creek and alpine meadows.
With more and more resorts in the western US and Canada opening advanced and expert terrain like this it was a natural expansion for Kicking Horse. Super Bowl covers up to 1,000 vertical feet and includes more than 15 new advanced and expert chutes, bring Kicking Horse’s total to 85. The entire bowl has an off-piste, out-of-bounds feel, but is now part of a controlled inbounds environment.
Summer guests also will now see a new hiking trail along the Bowl Over ridge to the Super Bowl saddle. This will be providing easy access to views of the Columbia Valley, Canyon Creek and alpine meadows.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
The Circus now at Winter Park, Free Circus tickets
As summer marches through there are still lots of activities in the resort mountain towns. One of the more interesting acitivites is the Circus tent coming to Winter Park. They just announced a special offer and promotion.
Two FREE Circus Tickets with Lodging!
The Zoppé Family Circus welcomes guests into the intimate 500 seat tent for a one-ring circus that honors the best history of the Old-World Italian tradition. Starring Nino the clown, the circus is propelled by a central story (as opposed to individual acts) that feature acrobatic feats, equestrian showmanship, canine capers, clowning and plenty of audience participation.
Circus Performance Times
Friday, August 6 & 13: 7pm
Saturday, August 7 & 14: 1pm, 4pm and 7pm
Sunday, August 8 & 15: 1pm and 4pm
Friday, August 6 & 13: 7pm
Saturday, August 7 & 14: 1pm, 4pm and 7pm
Sunday, August 8 & 15: 1pm and 4pm
Circus Ticket Pricing
Adults: $13 / Kids ages 4-12: $8 / Family 4 Pack: $35
Kids 3 & under: FREE
Adults: $13 / Kids ages 4-12: $8 / Family 4 Pack: $35
Kids 3 & under: FREE
Nightly Circus Lodging from $59 pp/pn.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Monarch Mountain Lift Ticket Discount Coupons for 2010.11 and improvements
We are pleased to announce that Monarch Mountain will once again offer a $10 daily lift ticket discount for Mountain Sports Club members.
Monarch always known for dry Colorado powder skiing, family friendly and an exceptional value also announced significant new inprovements and upgrades for the coming winter ski and snowboard season.
Monarch Mountain is investing $1.2 million in area improvements for the 2010-11 season, these enhancements are due to a record breaking 2009-10 winter season. Monarch Mountain will once again reinvest in the area. Keeping with Monarch Mountain’s mission to always improve the skiing/riding experience, families are at the top of the list.
Lift Improvements
A new base terminal for the Garfield Chair Lift leads the list of improvements. A new and improved loading station, drive units and hydraulics will create an entirely new base terminal at Monarch Mountain’s most popular chair. The new base terminal will allow Garfield to run more efficiently with less stops for skiers and riders getting on and off the lift. The Pioneer quad chair lift will see a new unloading ramp at the top, helping ease the unloading process. Both Garfield and Pioneer lift mazes will see new lane dividers to facilitate the flow of maze traffic.
Base Lodge
The “highest Starbuck’s in the free world” will get even higher. Starbuck’s will be relocated to the top floor of the main lodge so customers can easily enjoy a snack or beverage with family and friends. A new deli will inhabit Starbuck’s former location at the mid-level corridor. The deli will be ideal for guest looking to get a quick sandwich, salad, snack and a drink and get back on the slopes.
Last years installment of the “Hydration Station” on the top level of the main building was such a success, two additional ones will be installed for this winter. The Picnic Room on the lower level of the main lodge and the Rental/Lesson center building will now have Hydration Stations. “Drinking water to stay hydrated at high altitude is very important and we want to make it as convenient as possible for our guests” said Rich Moorhead, Monarch Mountain CEO.
Rental/Lesson Center
Rental and Lesson Center guests will appreciate the addition of 600 sets of new Head rental skis, boots and bindings. These will be complemented by new snowboard and demo skis. New boot dryers will be added to the rental shop and the reservation counter will be remodeled to speed up the delivery of reserved equipment.
Just for Kids
Kids are “king” at Monarch Mountain, so several improvements and upgrades are aimed at the younger generation. A new Yurt for the junior mountain program will be used for registration and as a warming hut for the older offspring. The Children’s Center will be remodeled to better serve the younger tikes.
On mountain improvements will be made for beginners and families. Beginners will find a new gentler access point paralleling Romp which will make it easier to ski or ride to the terrain on the west side of the mountain. Tilt, the popular kids’ terrain park, will acquire several new “features”, keeping it fresh and fun. The “Organic” K2 Terrain Park will also have several new “all natural” features and a new log entrance (all features and the entrance are made from downed trees at the area). The addition of a new Prinoth Bison Snowcat will let allow the cat drivers to groom more terrain and lay down Colorado’s only “all natural” corduroy for skiers and riders to enjoy.
Skiers and Riders of all ages will enjoy this year’s improvements at Monarch Mountain, all aimed at enhancing the family and guest experience.
Monarch always known for dry Colorado powder skiing, family friendly and an exceptional value also announced significant new inprovements and upgrades for the coming winter ski and snowboard season.
Monarch Mountain is investing $1.2 million in area improvements for the 2010-11 season, these enhancements are due to a record breaking 2009-10 winter season. Monarch Mountain will once again reinvest in the area. Keeping with Monarch Mountain’s mission to always improve the skiing/riding experience, families are at the top of the list.
Lift Improvements
A new base terminal for the Garfield Chair Lift leads the list of improvements. A new and improved loading station, drive units and hydraulics will create an entirely new base terminal at Monarch Mountain’s most popular chair. The new base terminal will allow Garfield to run more efficiently with less stops for skiers and riders getting on and off the lift. The Pioneer quad chair lift will see a new unloading ramp at the top, helping ease the unloading process. Both Garfield and Pioneer lift mazes will see new lane dividers to facilitate the flow of maze traffic.
Base Lodge
The “highest Starbuck’s in the free world” will get even higher. Starbuck’s will be relocated to the top floor of the main lodge so customers can easily enjoy a snack or beverage with family and friends. A new deli will inhabit Starbuck’s former location at the mid-level corridor. The deli will be ideal for guest looking to get a quick sandwich, salad, snack and a drink and get back on the slopes.
Last years installment of the “Hydration Station” on the top level of the main building was such a success, two additional ones will be installed for this winter. The Picnic Room on the lower level of the main lodge and the Rental/Lesson center building will now have Hydration Stations. “Drinking water to stay hydrated at high altitude is very important and we want to make it as convenient as possible for our guests” said Rich Moorhead, Monarch Mountain CEO.
Rental/Lesson Center
Rental and Lesson Center guests will appreciate the addition of 600 sets of new Head rental skis, boots and bindings. These will be complemented by new snowboard and demo skis. New boot dryers will be added to the rental shop and the reservation counter will be remodeled to speed up the delivery of reserved equipment.
Just for Kids
Kids are “king” at Monarch Mountain, so several improvements and upgrades are aimed at the younger generation. A new Yurt for the junior mountain program will be used for registration and as a warming hut for the older offspring. The Children’s Center will be remodeled to better serve the younger tikes.
On mountain improvements will be made for beginners and families. Beginners will find a new gentler access point paralleling Romp which will make it easier to ski or ride to the terrain on the west side of the mountain. Tilt, the popular kids’ terrain park, will acquire several new “features”, keeping it fresh and fun. The “Organic” K2 Terrain Park will also have several new “all natural” features and a new log entrance (all features and the entrance are made from downed trees at the area). The addition of a new Prinoth Bison Snowcat will let allow the cat drivers to groom more terrain and lay down Colorado’s only “all natural” corduroy for skiers and riders to enjoy.
Skiers and Riders of all ages will enjoy this year’s improvements at Monarch Mountain, all aimed at enhancing the family and guest experience.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Great savings on Colorado lodging - Keystone and Steamboat
With summer if full swing it is a great time to head to the Colorado mountains and enjoy the best of summer. More deals and discount savings are available at Summit Cove in Keystone, save 20% and at Mountain Resorts, Inc in Steamboat. From value condos to luxury town homes these two companies offer great value and selection.
Call them now and remember to tell them you saw the deal on the Mountain Sports Club blog.
Call them now and remember to tell them you saw the deal on the Mountain Sports Club blog.
Friday, July 2, 2010
Hiking Colorado 14 ers, The list of 14,000 foot peaks in Colorado
Summer in Colorado for many entails knocking off the hike to the summit of one, or several, of Colorado's 14,000 foot peaks. The following is a list of the peaks for you to start your plans to summit.
Colorado Fourteeners
Name Mountain Range High In Feet
Blanca Peak Sangre de Cristo 14,345
Ellingwood Point Sangre de Cristo 14,042
Mount Lindsey Sangre de Cristo 14,042
Mount Massive Sawatch 14,421
Mount Elbert Sawatch 14,433
La Plata Peak Sawatch 14,336
Mount Huron Sawatch 14,012
Missouri Mountain Sawatch 14,067
Mount Oxford Sawatch 14,153
Mount Belford Sawatch 14,197
Mount Harvard Sawatch 14,420
Mount Columbia Sawatch 14,073
Mount Yale Sawatch 14,196
Mount Princeton Sawatch 14,197
Mount Tabeguache Sawatch 14,155
Mount Antero Sawatch 14,269
Mount Humboldt Sangre de Cristo 14,064
Pikes Peak Front 14,110
Handies Peak San Juan 14,048
Mount Elbert Sawatch 14,433
Mount Shavano Sawatch 14,229
Redcloud Peak San Juan 14,034
Sunshine Peak San Juan 14,001
Mount Sherman Tenmile-Mosquito 14,036
Mount Democrat Tenmile-Mosquito 14,148
Mount Lincoln Tenmile-Mosquito 14,286
Mount Bross Tenmile-Mosquito 14,172
Quandary Peak Tenmile-Mosquito 14,265
Mount Bierstadt Front 14,060
Mount Evans Front 14,264
Grays Peak Front 14,270
Torreys Peak Front 14,267
Mt. Of The Holy Cross Sawatch 14,005
Castle Peak Elk 14,265
Challenger Point Sangre de Cristo 14,081
Kit Carson Peak Sangre de Cristo 14,165
San Luis Peak San Juan 14,014
Uncompahgre San Juan 14,309
Wetterhorn Peak San Juan 14,015
Mount Sneffels San Juan 14,150
Crestone Needle Sangre de Cristo 14,197
Culebra Peak Sangre de Cristo 14,047
Crestone Peak Sangre de Cristo 14,249
el Diente San Juan 14,159
Mount Wilson San Juan 14,250
Little Bear Sangre de Cristo 14,037
Wilson Peak San Juan 14,017
Windom Peak San Juan 14,082
Sunlight Peak San Juan 14,059
Mount Eolus San Juan 14,083
Maroon Peak Elk Mountains 14,156
North Maroon Peak Elk Mountains 14,014
Pyramid Peak Elk Mountains 14,018
Snowmass Mountain Elk Mountains 14,092
Longs Peak Front 14,259
Capitol Peak Elk Mountains 14,130
Mount Lindsey Sangre de Cristo 14,042
Torreys Peak Front 14,267
Enjoy your hikes and summits. Remember to start early, be prepared, lots of water, food, sunscreen and layers for changing weather and conditions.
Colorado Fourteeners
Name Mountain Range High In Feet
Blanca Peak Sangre de Cristo 14,345
Ellingwood Point Sangre de Cristo 14,042
Mount Lindsey Sangre de Cristo 14,042
Mount Massive Sawatch 14,421
Mount Elbert Sawatch 14,433
La Plata Peak Sawatch 14,336
Mount Huron Sawatch 14,012
Missouri Mountain Sawatch 14,067
Mount Oxford Sawatch 14,153
Mount Belford Sawatch 14,197
Mount Harvard Sawatch 14,420
Mount Columbia Sawatch 14,073
Mount Yale Sawatch 14,196
Mount Princeton Sawatch 14,197
Mount Tabeguache Sawatch 14,155
Mount Antero Sawatch 14,269
Mount Humboldt Sangre de Cristo 14,064
Pikes Peak Front 14,110
Handies Peak San Juan 14,048
Mount Elbert Sawatch 14,433
Mount Shavano Sawatch 14,229
Redcloud Peak San Juan 14,034
Sunshine Peak San Juan 14,001
Mount Sherman Tenmile-Mosquito 14,036
Mount Democrat Tenmile-Mosquito 14,148
Mount Lincoln Tenmile-Mosquito 14,286
Mount Bross Tenmile-Mosquito 14,172
Quandary Peak Tenmile-Mosquito 14,265
Mount Bierstadt Front 14,060
Mount Evans Front 14,264
Grays Peak Front 14,270
Torreys Peak Front 14,267
Mt. Of The Holy Cross Sawatch 14,005
Castle Peak Elk 14,265
Challenger Point Sangre de Cristo 14,081
Kit Carson Peak Sangre de Cristo 14,165
San Luis Peak San Juan 14,014
Uncompahgre San Juan 14,309
Wetterhorn Peak San Juan 14,015
Mount Sneffels San Juan 14,150
Crestone Needle Sangre de Cristo 14,197
Culebra Peak Sangre de Cristo 14,047
Crestone Peak Sangre de Cristo 14,249
el Diente San Juan 14,159
Mount Wilson San Juan 14,250
Little Bear Sangre de Cristo 14,037
Wilson Peak San Juan 14,017
Windom Peak San Juan 14,082
Sunlight Peak San Juan 14,059
Mount Eolus San Juan 14,083
Maroon Peak Elk Mountains 14,156
North Maroon Peak Elk Mountains 14,014
Pyramid Peak Elk Mountains 14,018
Snowmass Mountain Elk Mountains 14,092
Longs Peak Front 14,259
Capitol Peak Elk Mountains 14,130
Mount Lindsey Sangre de Cristo 14,042
Torreys Peak Front 14,267
Enjoy your hikes and summits. Remember to start early, be prepared, lots of water, food, sunscreen and layers for changing weather and conditions.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Save 25% on Keystone Lodging For July 4 Weekend and more
Summit Cove Rentals located in Keystone Resort Colorado has a few condos still available for the July 4th weekend. With summer ready to kick into high gear there will be lots of activity this summer in Keystone. Book your July 4 Condo and save 25% while there is still time.
Lift serviced mountain biking, hikes, fishing, cycling abounds in the area. Looking for gear and accessories for your day outside, be sure to visit High Trail Sports in Frisco, for bike service and purchase discounts.
Lift serviced mountain biking, hikes, fishing, cycling abounds in the area. Looking for gear and accessories for your day outside, be sure to visit High Trail Sports in Frisco, for bike service and purchase discounts.
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