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You definitely don't have to sacrifice your hearing though. The earpieces on most helmets have holes in them to allow sound to pass through better. When you're trying on helmets, check to make sure the holes line up with your ears. You're not goin...
Thought it was worth updating this older discussion to add that Intrawest has new helmet rules for 09/10.
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VANCOUVER, Oct. 1 /CNW/ – Intrawest today announced that, beginning with the 2009-2010 winter season, the Company will increase awareness ...
In good weather, yeah. I've had the drive take 3 hours with 15' of visibility and suicide deer...
Sounds like a fun day, happy b-day!
Went to the chiropractor... no structural damage... strained a little muscle in my back... little acupuncture... little gentle stretching, and I'm good to ride today.
You and like 8 other people I talked to or heard from today.... how's the ribs?
Chris is only writing this 'cause he found me on a couch in the lounge... broken. Tree to face... hyper extended back... dislodged thumb... and contusion on my left forearm. The snow is sick (maybe a bit grabby)... and I am happy... even if I can'...
Five years ago was my first year in Steamboat, and I vividly remember a ten day warm snap towards the end of the season that convinced all us rookies that the winter was over. The veterans of course told us the cold and snow would be back, and sur...
The snow is fantastic right now. Not as light as we usually get, the high winds yesterday blew it around a bit, and it's creamy feeling, but it's a huge step up from what we had last week.
Make sure and take it easy in the trees, the mix of old r...
Tons of fresh snow with ample blue skies makes for some great spring riding
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Maybe you're a beginner just looking to make it down the hill, or perhaps you're an advanced rider that is new to the resort and you just want a guide to show you some of Steamboat's famous hidden powder stashes. From learning to link your first turns to ripping knee deep powder, from your first ollies and butters to stomping your first 360 or boardslide, I can help you take your riding to the next level.
Winter 09/10 marks my 19th winter snowboarding, and 12th year of involvement in the industry. I've been instructing at Steamboat since 2004, when I took up instructing for the free season pass and accidentally discovered a passion for teaching. I have attained AASI’s Cert Level 3, with accreditations in training instructors and teaching freestyle and kids lessons. I also coach at the Alyeska Summer Camp in Alaska and have spent time volunteering for the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club (www.sswc.org), working with local Steamboat kids who may become the next great Olympic champions.
I was born and raised in Fairbanks, Alaska, where long arctic winters created a natural platform for winter-sports involvement. I began cross-country skiing shortly after learning to walk, started downhill skiing at age 6, and then made the switch to a board at age 10. After graduating from high school in 1998, I spent the following winter with two long-time friends, traveling around the US snowboarding. The trip spawned the web-based magazine Snowboarder Guide the leading site for product equipment and resort reviews. You can visit the mag at SBGmag.com
Between the magazine and instructing I usually net around 150 days on snow every year, and have spent more than 2,000 days snowboarding since I first made the switch from skiing. It is this breadth of experience that I draw upon to provide you with an optimal day on snow.
I'm also the creator of the "Powder Bandit" fleece-lined bandanas, designed in Steamboat, for Steamboat. They're fleece-lined and mesh bandanas for skiing, boarding, biking, and any other outdoor adventures. A quick google search for F2 Outerwear will take you to the website where you can check them out.
Winter 09/10 marks my 19th winter snowboarding, and 12th year of involvement in the industry. I've been instructing at Steamboat since 2004, when I took up instructing for the free season pass and accidentally discovered a passion for teaching. I have attained AASI’s Cert Level 3, with accreditations in training instructors and teaching freestyle and kids lessons. I also coach at the Alyeska Summer Camp in Alaska and have spent time volunteering for the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club (www.sswc.org), working with local Steamboat kids who may become the next great Olympic champions.
I was born and raised in Fairbanks, Alaska, where long arctic winters created a natural platform for winter-sports involvement. I began cross-country skiing shortly after learning to walk, started downhill skiing at age 6, and then made the switch to a board at age 10. After graduating from high school in 1998, I spent the following winter with two long-time friends, traveling around the US snowboarding. The trip spawned the web-based magazine Snowboarder Guide the leading site for product equipment and resort reviews. You can visit the mag at SBGmag.com
Between the magazine and instructing I usually net around 150 days on snow every year, and have spent more than 2,000 days snowboarding since I first made the switch from skiing. It is this breadth of experience that I draw upon to provide you with an optimal day on snow.
I'm also the creator of the "Powder Bandit" fleece-lined bandanas, designed in Steamboat, for Steamboat. They're fleece-lined and mesh bandanas for skiing, boarding, biking, and any other outdoor adventures. A quick google search for F2 Outerwear will take you to the website where you can check them out.
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And you thought winter was over
Five years ago was my first year in Steamboat, and I vividly remember a ten day warm snap towards the end of the season that convinced all us rookies that the winter was over. The veterans of course told us the cold and snow would be back, and sure enough, after ten days of spring melt and slush riding we were back to cold weather and snow.
It's funny to be on the other side of that conversation these days, saying to rookies, clients, and others "don't worry, the season isn't over, don't pack u… Continue
It's funny to be on the other side of that conversation these days, saying to rookies, clients, and others "don't worry, the season isn't over, don't pack u… Continue
Posted on March 27, 2009 at 7:27pm — 3 Comments
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- At 9:31pm on March 15, 2009,
Damon Butler said… - whats up chris...
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i think we are going to the Sheraton for the Christmas buffet. Others have suggested the Ore House, Cafe Diva alos. Yes book ahead of time. thats what i will be doing next week.
Usually kids don't want to wear the hood thing, but carry it in your pocket just in case. If it's really cold once you get on there on the slopes, I'll bet you big money that'll change.
Hard to predict of course but history is on your side. Be glad you didn't plan a trip around opening day at Vail today. They've got only one run open.
Temps have been great for snowmaking and we definitely have more snow this year than we had last year. I wouldn't worry, we tend to get dumped on in December.
Here's a good article about late starts and how the season turns out.
I have been checking the cameras lately, and there does not appear to be alot of snow on the mountain, and not much in the forecast?
Getting nervous about our trip out December 18th. Anything to worry about?
I agree with the balaclava. If your boys are going to wear helmets, which they should, then you can buy a nice under helmet hat/balaclava, a must in Steamboat. The key to keeping warm on the mountain is layers. (and toe warmers!)
I ski with my boys every January in Steamboat (now 10 & 8) and they wear the whole kit every day since they stay up top most the whole day ... base layer top and bottom, fleece top (& bottom if it's Arctic cold), and down jacket. They used to wear...
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