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He's back. The ski that satisfies your hunger for the ultimate snow experience. The TIGERSHARK - eats everything, attacks everyone! VOLKL breaks through all dimensions of traditional classifications with this new ski range. The TIGERSHARK is in a totally new league of its own: Mountain Race! With its unsurpassed versatility and virtually boundless dynamism, it changes every mountain into a racing track. One ski. Two different set ups: supple as a tiger or aggressive as a shark - the choice is yours!
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Praised for its extraordinary performance year after year, the Burnin' Luv continues to be an all-mountain favorite for expert-level women. Built mainly for ripping groomers, this ski will also perform surprisingly well in the crud. Include metal laminate and an agile sidecut, and you are guaranteed power and quickness.
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Women's thang
up, up, and away!
Last season we introduced an entire line of boots 100% for women - the Dream Thang series - developed by the International HEAD Women's Team. Then we realized, we were still aiming too low. Introducing a new high, high-end performance boot, specifi cally developed by and for women. Superwomen, that is. Now there's four reasons to dream of a new HEAD boot.
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As good as the Addict is in the Park and Pipe, it skis the whole mountain unbelieveably. The ski is just as comfortable riding switch as going forwards. New top sheet, but we kept the same photogenic lime green base. Get yours before we sell out again!
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The Duke and the Jester have been designed to significantly change the binding category today. The design and features of these bindings will enhance the freeskier's experience, whether it is safety in the backcountry, providing better mobility in climbing, or enhanced performance in the pipe and park.
As the leading binding manufacturer since the 1950's Marker has taken its proven knowledge of safety, performance and 'binding systems' into the development and design of the new Duke and Jester.
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A new security threat, known only as AGENT 120, Agent 100, Agent 80, and Agent 65 - have dispersed throughout the country and infiltrated the US freeskiing scene. Known to congregate with such subversive revolutionaries as Pup Fujas, Chris Collins, Ingrid Backstrom, Tim Russell and others, these Agents must be investigated.
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Introducing the ALL NEW Grandsport Easy, a new project that makes the proven Grandsport Dual technology available to a wider market. As with its predecessor, it is based on the same automatic ski/walk device and revolutionary entry system, sporting an outstanding ease of use. Performance and comfort have never been so easy.
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2008 U.S. Olympians to Compete at East Coast Nationals at Windham Mountain
WINDHAM, New York -- Windham Mountain announced today that U. S. Olympic Mountain Bike Team members Adam Craig and Todd Wells will compete in the NMBS East Coast Nationals at Windham Mountain on July 10 - 13, 2008.
Adam Craig and Todd Wells, named last week to the 2008 U. S. Olympic Mountain Bike Team, are heading east to compete in the East Coast Nationals before the NMBS finals at Mount Snow in Vermont the following weekend. Rankings show Wells at number eleven and Craig at number sixteen in...
Beach Boy Founder Brian Wilson Bringing 'Good Vibrations' to Belleayre
HIGHMOUNT, New York -- Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson, one of American popular music's greatest composers, will rock the Belleayre Music Festival in Highmount on Saturday, July 12 at 8 p.m.
The Beach Boys took the American music scene by storm in the 1960s, creating some of rock-n-roll's most memorable tunes. Brian Wilson was the driving force behind the band and his multi-faceted contributions rank among the most important elements of rock music.
Brian formed the Beach Boys with his two...
State of New Hampshire Buys Remaining Acreage at Mount Washington Summit
CONCORD, New Hampshire -- On July 2, the State of New Hampshire increased its ownership of the land at the summit of Mount Washington. The deed to 8.2 acres of land was officially transferred to the State by Dartmouth College at a price of $2.1 million, to be financed by Dartmouth over 10 years.
The property is located on the summit of the Northeast's highest peak. It directly abuts and will become part of the Mount Washington State Park, which is surrounded by the 750,000-acre White Mountain...
Wildcat Mountain Opens New Lift-Serviced, 9-Hole Alpine Disc Golf Course
PINKHAM NOTCH, New Hampshire -- Along with the distinctive and thrilling sounds of people flying Wildcat Mountain on the ZipRider, the quiet breathtaking moments of scenery and summit views via the Wildcat Express scenic gondola, can now be seen and heard colored discs in flight toward a curious looking metal basket, the sound of clinking chains, and the obligatory "Nice shot!" more often reserved for the traditional golf course. Unlike traditional golf however, disc golf is played using a...
Patricia Ryan Promoted to Killington Director of Sales and Marketing
KILLINGTON, Vermont -- Killington Resort President and General Manager Chris Nyberg announced today the promotion of Patricia Ryan to Director of Sales and Marketing.
Ryan replaces Dave Rathbun, who was hired last month to be President and General Manager of Mt. Bachelor, outside of Bend, Ore.
Ryan served as Killington's Director of Sales from 1998 to 2000 and from June 2006 to the present during which time she lead Killington's sales team to exceed all team goals. Ryan earned her bachelor's...
Cannon Mountain Celebrates 70 Years
FRANCONIA NOTCH, New Hampshire -- On Saturday, June 28, Cannon Mountain quietly celebrated 70 years of operation. Back in 1938, the first aerial tramway in North America left the base station in Franconia Notch State Park with its first official riders. Mrs. Francis P. Murphy, wife of the Governor, christened "Lafayette," the first car, with a bottle of Echo Lake water. In its first year of operation, the aerial tramway carried over 163,000 people.
The concept of putting a tramway in Franconia...
Saddleback Maine Receives Gannett Award for Family Business of the Year
RANGELEY, Maine -- Saddleback Ski Resort has been awarded the Gannett Family Business of the Year Award in the Small Business category by the Institute for Family-Owned Business. Saddleback Ski Resort, located in the legendary Rangeley Lakes Region is a four season resort currently focusing on non-motorized winter sports; alpine skiing, snow boarding, cross country skiing, telemark skiing and snow shoeing, serving primarily the eastern United States with a special emphasis on Maine. Bill and...
Art And Innovation Are What's New For Winter 2008/2009
LUDLOW, Vermont -- When it comes to "what's new" at Okemo Mountain Resort for the winter of 2008/2009, art and innovation combine to address the challenges of creating a better resort experience all with an eye toward efficiency and sustainability. Laser-guided superpipe cutting, first-in-the-East lift loading and grooming technologies, plus energy efficiencies in snowmaking and other operations
these are just some of the innovations that comprise the art of Okemo.
New...
Jay Peak Resort Sold to Resort President Bill Stenger and Group of Private Investors
JAY, Vermont -- After nearly 25 years of leading Jay Peak as President and Chief Operating Officer, Bill Stenger, along with a group of private investors, has purchased the northern Vermont Resort-located just a few miles south of the Canadian border. "The sale of Jay Peak is a very positive transition-not only from the perspective of our employees and guests, but from that of the entire community of Jay Peak stakeholders. Our entire ownership and management team is very excited to move Jay...
Jiminy Peak Announces New Ways to Save at Mountain Adventure Park
HANCOCK, Massachusetts -- Jiminy Peak announces a new way to save while having fun locally at Mountain Adventure Park. The newly created Twilight Pass costs $29 and is available for purchase every evening after 5 pm, all summer long. The Pass offers access to the entire Park including the new Kids Zone, the Mountain Coaster, Alpine Super Slide and more. Use the extra cash to fill up your tank and come out and have some summer fun at Mountain Adventure Park.
Savings are also available on Full...
Free Guided Tours at Wildcat Mountain
PINKHAM NOTCH, New Hampshire -- Wildcat Mountain and Tin Mountain Conservation Center are teaming up once again to continue the "Wednesdays at Wildcat" program this summer, combining family fun and education for free. Every Wednesday throughout July and August from 10:00am to 12:00noon, Wildcat will host interpretive outdoor programs led by a naturalist from Tin Mountain Conservation Center.
Wildcat is a great summer outing for families of all ages to explore and learn about the diverse...
18th Mad River Valley Century Ride Scheduled for August
WAITSFIELD, Vermont -- The 18th Annual Mad River Valley Century Ride will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2008. Called the "coolest century" by Bicycling Magazine, it is a scenic ride through central Vermont. The route follows the Mad, Winooski, Dog, and White Rivers. It passes through Vermont's historic capital of Montpelier and the picturesque villages of Waitsfield, Randolph, Bethel, and Rochester. The ride is fully supported with sag wagons and there are rest stops approximately every 25...
New England Tennis Holidays Takes Tennis at Cranmore to the Next Level
NORTH CONWAY, New Hampshire -- Cranmore Family Fitness Center today announced a partnership with New England Tennis Holidays for summer programs for members, guests and vacationers. During July and August, NETH will run evening leagues, socials and events at Cranmore. Tennis Pro Michael Rocheleau will continue to offer lessons through NETH.
"We are pleased to partner with New England Tennis Holidays as they are known throughout the country and within the tennis industry as the best at what...
Waterville Valley's 3rd Annual Bluegrass Festival is July 19 featuring Southern Rail
WATERVILLE VALLEY, New Hampshire -- Contemporary Bluegrass comes to the mountains during Waterville Valley's 3rd annual Bluegrass Festival on Saturday, July 19. Live bluegrass performances will run all day from 12-9 featuring Southern Rail, known for their "strong original material, heart-stopping harmonies and infectious good humor", according to Bluegrass News Network. Also performing will be Mondanock, a talented group of musicians from Southern New Hampshire with a song list of traditional,...
New Luxury Lodge And Summer Attractions Open In Stowe
STOWE, Vermont -- After the snow melts, summer in Stowe is a place that possess inspiring beauty, timeless amenities and activities for everyone. Stowe Mountain Resort's summer attractions opened on June 21 and run through October 19. From the 150 year old Auto Toll Road, ascending to the top of Vermont's highest peak, to Stowe's new luxury lodge and spa, summer at Mount Mansfield and Spruce Peak offer unforgettable experiences for the entire family.
New Luxury Lodge
In June, Stowe...
Cannon Mountain Named Favorite Classic Resort
FRANCONIA NOTCH, New Hampshire -- Even though there is no snow on the ground, Cannon Mountain continues to be recognized by skiers and riders throughout the east.
Snow East magazine readers named Cannon Mountain among the highest rated ski areas in the East, scoring number one for favorite classic resort, number four for favorite eastern resort, number five for favorite scenic view, and number eight for favorite resort for grooming.
"Cannon's passionate season pass holders and loyalists...
Cranmore Comedy Night Returns Friday July 11
NORTH CONWAY, New Hampshire -- Cranmore Mountain's popular comedy series continues on Friday, July 11th with three popular Boston-area comedians taking the stage at the Eating House, followed by a Disco Dance Party.
Doors open at 7pm for a special 8pm performance by Michael Viselli, Dave Rattigan, and Mike Cote. In addition to the comedy show, the evening will feature a retro dance party complete with disco ball, lights and the best dance tunes from the 70s and 80s. Guests wearing 70s or 80s...
New England Forest Rally at Sunday River July 11-12
NEWRY, Maine -- The 18th running of the New England Forest Rally will take place July 11 and 12 in Mexico, Maine and Berlin, N.H. A pre-event autograph session and the race start and finish corrals will be located at Sunday River in Newry, Maine. The New England Forest Rally represents round six of the 2008 Rally America National Championship series as well as the last qualifying round for the 2008 ESPN Summer X Games.
The New England Forest Rally is expected to draw over 50 competitors from...
Halloween Returns to Cranmore This Fall with The Ghoullog
NORTH CONWAY, New Hampshire -- Cranmore Mountain in North Conway, NH celebrates Halloween every weekend in October with the return of The Ghoullog, where visitors board the quad chairlift for a night-time ride to the summit for a haunted mountain-top tour. Coming back for its second year, the Ghoullog will be bigger, scarier and more fun than ever with the addition of new haunts, animatronics, a children's Halloween Harvest Festival and outdoor food court. Dates of operation were extended due...
New Hampshire College Breakout Pass Now On Sale
NEWBURY, New Hampdshire -- The NH College Breakout Pass has a new look for 2008-2009, but remains the best college season pass deal in New England. For only $239 full-time college students can enjoy unlimited skiing and riding with no date restrictions at Mount Sunapee, Gunstock and Wildcat resorts. Wildcat has teamed up with Mount Sunapee and Gunstock, which gives the NH College Breakout Pass even more skiing and riding for 2008-2009.
Wildcat offers a classic New England big mountain...
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