Archive for the 'Skiing' Category


WARNING!
March 10th, 2010 | By:  The F.I.S. | 7 Comments


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This blog just got exceptionally radder. The FIS may have bagged a FD (first descent) today. Well, in reality probably not... but for a few minutes until we hear from the old dudes saying as usual "if it can be seen it has been skied" we'll continue to be optimistic. ... ...Read more


Interview With Brian Newman, Gulmarg Snow Safety Director
March 10th, 2010 | By:  Allen | 1 Comment


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Here is an interview with Brian, Gulmarg's beloved snow safety director. He is quite a guy and has tackled the immense project of developing a snow safety plan for the huge ski resort while training a local ski patrol and maintaining a backcountry advisory.


TR: Patalsu Peak, 4200m
March 10th, 2010 | By:  Sam


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Allen and I are getting back in the TR game with this little update from India: Click the photo for more.


TR: A Trifecta
March 8th, 2010 | By:  Greg


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As promised earlier, the blogging ban is being broken. ------------------------------------------ In the great outdoor tradition of creating lists as a way to boast achievement, I decided that we should try to link a string of ski days together in New York, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine--the four states that form the ... ...Read more


Coming Soon!
March 8th, 2010 | By:  Greg | 23 Comments


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The forbidden blog post will be posted (yes, this was really at the trailhead)... ...detailing a triumverate of New England skiing and riding. Was this a first descent? Probably not. This blog isn't rad enough for FDs yet... but stay tuned just in case! -------------------------------- YO! If you're still reading this blog, the forbidden ... ...Read more

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