The final chapter of the “Deeper”, “Further”, “Higher” series is coming this fall. All 2-year film projects, the first installments “Deeper” and “Further” wowed ski and snowboard enthusiasts alike and have received a lot of well-deserved acclaim. We can’t wait for this film! Check our review of “Further” here.
For the second time this summer, our little town was swept away cheering for Emma Coburn. After the 21 year-old CU athlete dominated the Steeplechase at the US Trials in Oregon to qualify for the 2012 Olympic Games in London, Emma took 9th in the 3000 Meter Women’s Steeplechase Final with a personal best time […]
Dave Bunt and the CB ShredPosse got some over the last few weeks. It took a while for the resort to get like this, but it finally happened. Some sick skiing in this edit, so watch the whole thing. Now go out there and get some.
This fall, a couple of BASE jumpers executed a successful jump of the 1,776 foot spire atop the Freedom Tower World Trade Center Monument. They were arraigned yesterday. Skip to 2:30 seconds to go directly to the jumps.
Oz Scott with a little edit from the past season at Crested Butte. MIA OZ from West Elk Project on Vimeo.
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Andrew Arnold put together this edit of him and his buddies riding CBMR and around Crested Butte in this local edit. This summer might have been wet but the trails were awesome. Here’s to hoping the moisture sticks around through winter. On One All Summer from ANdrew Arnold on Vimeo.
Sherpas Cinemas and the North Face have released their short Mica to Greenland, in it’s entirety. The 22 minute movie features Lucas Debari, Johnny Collinson, Hilaree O’Neil, and Ralph Backstrom exploring new zones in Greenland. But first, you get to watch Lucas and Johnny training in the mountains of British Colombia. Filmed and edited by […]
There is a new event in town that is sure to bring out the best skiers, pedlers and paddlers! The Crested Butte Pole Pedal Paddle brings the north and south parts of the valley together in a new adventure race. Registration ends this Friday so get out there and race with a team or even […]
In June 2013, Marty Smith, Andy Janoski, and Ryan Panger ventured south from Steamboat to Yule Creek located outside Marble Colorado. Yule Creek is known for its technical difficulty and large slide features. Combine these with low water, and you have a recipe for a fun and successful adventure! Yule Creek Madness from LIGHTPOLE on […]