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USA Pro Cycling Challenge 2012 Route Released

The 2012 US Pro Cycling Challenge is set to takeover the mountains of Colorado in 7 stages, August 20-26.  We knew the host cities, now we know the specifics of the race.  Crested Butte/Mt. Crested Butte will host the finish ...
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Snovember 23rd Anthracites Photo Gallery

This early season snow has been decent for November, huh? With recent word that Paradise will be spinning at CBMR on opening day this coming week, it’s no surprise the locals have been benefitting from the northern flow ...
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Crested Butte Mountain Bike Update

Now that spring has arrived there are more than a couple of trails open for riding. Check out Crested Butte Mountain Bike Associations Trails Report for regular updates. http://www.cbmba.org/page.cfm?pageid=10267 Having persona...
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Avalanche Accident on Schuylkill

As we finally see our first real storm cycles of the year, the backcountry is proving to be very active here in Crested Butte, and throughout the state. Two skiers were caught and injured in an avalanche on Mt. Schuylkill̵...
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Community Profile: Colin Pickett

Photo: Trent Bona | It’s time for you to get to know downhiller Colin Pickett.  Colin, a 21 year old Western State student, moved to the valley for school and riding bikes.  With strong race finishes last year, the Alpine O...
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Dual Sport Spring Days

This time of year it is never out of the question to play in both the dirt and snow all in the same day. Yesterday I got to do just that with a handful of CB athletes. I started the morning shooting and riding with Ryan Harter ...
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FWT Revelstoke kicks off Friday – BombSnow Blog and Photos

The Freeride World Tour in Revelstoke has been on Weather Hold since Monday.  After almost 3 feet of snow, a high pressure weather window is moving in and the competition will be held Friday.  Meanwhile, competitors and frien...
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“West Elk Fall Colors” Photo Contest

We are giving away two tickets to this weekend’s Mt. Crested Butte Chili and Beer Festival to the winner of our West Elk Fall Colors photo contest! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook and post a throwback of your favorite...
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Hartmans Rocks are Open for Slaying!

Announced earlier this week that some of the Hartmans Rocks Recreational Area are now open. Here is the scoop for Gunnison Trails! Conditions: March 26th, Yes it feels like Spring and mtn bike riding is soon to be the sport of ...
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Community Profile: Rob Dickinson

Community Profile: Rob Dickinson photo: Alex Fenlon Photo Not only is he one of the best skiers in the Butte, Rob Dickinson is one of the better people you’ll meet here too. Originally from upstate New York, the 32 year ...
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