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Francesca Pavillard Cain: Prepping for FWT in Europe

Francesca Pavillard Cain is in Europe prepping for the first female stop of the tour at Chamonix.  We’re excited for the Western State Colorado University athlete to throw down on the biggest stage in freeskiing.  This...
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Speedflying Gothic

Derek Johnson and Peter Smith are at it again, and this flight is definitely an eye-opener.  Speedflying through some of the massive faces on the back of Gothic and then over the huge exposure facing east, this quick clip wil...
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Crested Butte FWQ Postponed

We’re having déjà vu. The CB Extremes have been postponed.  You can read the official press release below.  Basically, we need this high-pressure sitting over the western United States to get the F outta here and for ...
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Latest Real Skifi Episode has No Snow and is Ridiculous

We’re not really sure how each Real Skifi episode seems better than the last. This latest one is so creative, literally has no snow in it and they are still showcasing the classic Real Skifi jib mastery. Enjoy!
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The Eye of the Condor Returns

photo: http://www.laparva.cl/eyeofthecondor/   The Eye of the Condor is back.  Returning after a successful inaugural contest, The Eye of the Condor is a week long film and photo competition that will take place at La Pa...
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Silver Queen and East River To Open Saturday

Saturday is going to be a fun day on the hill at Crested Butte Mountain Resort.  Both the Silver Queen and East River Lift will be open.  Be smart out there.  Rocks, trees, and snow snakes lurk.  Thanks to CBMR, the packer...
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Kayaking Black Canyon!

Check out these guys kayaking Black Canyon National Park! It was in the fall of 2011 and these 10 gentleman had a first descent! There was a lot of work with porterage and the poison ivy! Great short movie!
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2013 Irwin Outdoor Leadership Program

Words by Billy Rankin: 2013 Irwin Outdoor Leadership Program The Goal of the outdoor leadership program is to challenge, inspire, and empower teenagers while engaging in fun backcountry adventures.  Participants will not only ...
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Two Plank Productions “Because” Premieres to a Rowdy and Entertained Crowd

This Friday night, Two Plank Productions held the world premiere of their newest feature film, “Because,” in a buzzing and packed Grand Ballroom in Mt. Crested Butte, Colorado.  Anticipation was high as “Because” is Tw...
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Mark Mikos Set to Represent CB on the Freeride World Tour

For the third consecutive year, Crested Butte will have a representative on freeskiing’s biggest stage, the Freeride World Tour. Mark Mikos, a Western State Colorado University graduate and CB resident, took 1st place overall...
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