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Pinnacle Race Series

Every Wednesday on Mount Crested Butte the Pinnacle Race Series kicks off at 5:45pm free of charge thanks to the folks at Alpine Orthopedics. The 5 weeks of racing will be combined for an overall winner to be declared on August...
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Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventures Start in Las Trancas, Chile

It’s been two weeks in Chile since I joined my brother Edward for the skiing part of his South American odyssey.  I arrived amidst reports of terrible snow at the traditional big name resorts like Portillo, Valle Nevado, and...
by 2. Will Dujardin
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Gravity Groms 4th of July Parade Float Video

The Gravity Groms won “Best Float” of the 4th of July parade in Crested Butte.  Gravity Groms’ coach and frequent West Elk Project contributor Andrew Arnold put together this 3 minute video showcasing the jum...
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On her way to second at Snowbird. Photo: Mike Schirf

Community Profile: Francesca Pavillard-Cain

photo: Mike Schirf Next winter, Francesca Pavillard-Cain is set to represent Crested Butte on the biggest stage in competitive freeskiing.  The 22 year old Crested Butte native took first overall in the Freeride World Qualifie...
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Big Air On Elk 2013 Photo Gallery and Live Stream

Last weekend was pretty busy.  Unless you were completely clueless, you probably noticed the big jump on Elk Avenue with skiers and snowboarders getting towed into it Saturday evening.  As usual, Big Air on Elk brought out th...
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CBMST Throws Down at Snowbird, Vail, and Freeride Junior World Championships

The March madness marathon wound down for local freeride athletes last weekend after events at Snowbird, Vail, and even Kappl, Austria. It was a whirlwind of a month after a weak snow year in the Rocky Mountains had events canc...
by 2. Will Dujardin
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Non-Native Formal Video

Once again, the Non-Native crew rocked it for their annual Formal. Thanks to all who came out. 4th Annual Non-Native Formal from Non-Native on Vimeo.
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West Elk Project Vision Quest Fan Vote, Stand Out Athlete Winners Announced – HIGHLIGHTS

Well, you can officially put the 2014 West Elk Project Vision Quest in the books.  We held a fan vote over on our Facebook page and the athletes voted together for the “Stand Out Athlete” award.  Congratulations g...
by 2. Will Dujardin
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Behind the Scenes with Team Coburn at London 2012

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,...
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Revival of the Winter Chainless Downhill

Slush, sun, and speed in Crested Butte If there is one thing the laid back Crested Butte way of life can provide during a less than mediocre winter season its the ability to make lemonade out of very slushy, warm lemons. Thats ...
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