Monday, September 1, 2008
La Parva, Chile (Ski Press)-World Cup winner Marco Sullivan (Squaw Valley, CA) along with the rest of the U.S. Men's Alpine Speed Team mixed up their training schedule this summer with two shorter camps in Chile. The first two-week camp, packed with downhill, super G, giant slalom and powder skiing wrapped up last...
Monday, September 1, 2008
Win a Trip to the 2008 Birds of Prey St. Paul, Minn. (Ski Press)-Thinsulate(tm) Insulation is offering skiers a chance to win a trip to see the ultimate in performance - the 2008 Birds of Prey World Cup Ski Race at Beaver Creek Resort in Colorado. Consumer entries for the 30th Anniversary Sweepstakes will be...
Friday, August 29, 2008
Venture Announces Photo Contest Silverton, Colo. (Ski Press)-This winter, one lucky shutter bug will win a brand new Venture Snowboard. Will it be you? Venture Snowboards is sponsoring a season-long series of photo competitions with the theme "The Mountain Life." Anything goes - lifestyle, action, scenic,...
Friday, August 29, 2008
Denver, Colo. (Ski Press)-For the 2008-09 ski season, Colorado Ski Country USA resorts are investing millions in resort enhancements. The results will include acres of new terrain, several new chairlifts, numerous lodging rooms, massive snowmaking improvements, loads of new parking spots, some new restaurants, and a...
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Ski Press)-Three-time Olympian Daron Rahlves (Sugar Bowl, CA) has skied all around the world, but he's about to mark a new destination off his list as he departs to assist with a ski camp in Dubai. "Ski Dubai puts on an event in its indoor facility and it's a camp where they're bringing...
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Salt Lake City (Ski Press)- Considering the 700 inches of snow which blanketed Utahs resorts and a fifth consecutive record-breaking year of skier visits, it would appear that Utahs 2007-08 winter season was unbeatable. However, Utahs ski resorts are up to the challenge and rolling out a number of improvements for...
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Huntington Beach, Calif. (Ski Press)-Quiksilver, Inc., said today that it has received a binding offer from Chartreuse & Mont Blanc to buy the Rossignol Group for 100 million euros ($147.2 million). The sports-apparel company said that Chartreuse & Mont Blanc is headed by Bruno Cercley, who is a former chief...
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
El Colorado, Chile (Ski Press)-U.S. Freestyle Ski Team moguls skiers are experiencing flawless slope conditions during a two week camp in Chile where, according to Moguls Head Coach Scott Rawles, the athletes have all made improvements on their skills. "This has probably been one of the best camps for us," Rawles...
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Salt Lake City (Ski Press)-Labor Day is only a couple days away and that means one thing: SKI SALES! Now is the time to save big money on great gear from your local ski shop. Many resorts also offer fantastic early season pricing on ticket books and season passes. Visit SkiUtah.com for more information on how to make...
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Monarchs New Kids Park and 69 Ski Free Monarch, Colo. (Ski Press)-Monarch Mountain has been making improvements this summer that all skiers and riders will enjoy this winter. A new reservations system has been installed to make it easier for guests to purchase everything they need. Lift tickets, rental equipment,...
