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Photos from the 4 Area Interconnect Tour
Posted by The Ski Utah Yeti on February 5, 2010
When people talk about the Ski Utah Interconnect Tour they usually think of the 6 area tour that goes through Deer Valley, Park City Mountain Resort, Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird. But the 4 area Interconnect Tour going through Snowbird, Alta, Brighton, and Solitude offers an arguably better backcountry experience. Check out the photos from yesterday's 4 area tour.
Utah Wins Travelocity Roaming Gnome Competition vs. Tahoe!!!!
Posted by The Ski Utah Yeti on February 3, 2010
It was a close and heated battle, but at 10:58 a.m. (MST) the Gnome announced he was headed to Utah!!
Of 285,482 votes, 142,709 (49.98%) of them went to Tahoe and 142,773 (50.01%) to Utah. Ski Utah wants to thank all of its fans who have tirelessly devoted their efforts to voting. There is no way we could have won this close competition without every single vote. We anticipate the gnome will arrive in Utah this Thursday evening for a whirlwind trip around the state. Looks like he might get some fresh snow during his stay as well. Where do you think the gnome should go on his Utah trip?
Your Style = Free Swag
Posted by The Ski Utah Yeti on February 2, 2010
- 5-day winter Utah getaway (includes airfare, lodging, lift tickets/rentals).
- Rossignol skis and bindings
- Lift tickets, lift tickets, lift tickets
Last Chance to Vote for Utah!
Posted by The Ski Utah Yeti on February 2, 2010
Voting in the Travelocity Roaming Gnome Cabin Fever Contest ends tomorrow. The Yeti thinks you should vote for Utah. Here's why:
Vote now! http://budurl.com/tvlygnome
Utah vs. Tahoe: Vote Now!
Posted by The Ski Utah Yeti on January 27, 2010
Calling all Utah ski and snowboard fans!
The Travelocity Roaming Gnome is continuing his search for a cure to winter cabin fever, and he’s narrowed his choice between Utah (Salt Lake and its four world-class resorts) and Reno-Tahoe…and popular vote on the Gnome’s Facebook fan page January 27 through February 3 will determine where he skis this winter!
Voting on the Travelocity Facebook fan page (http://budurl.com/tvlygnome) lasts just one week, and the winning destination is revealed on the Wednesday voting ends. Immediately following the result of this contest, the Travelocity Roaming Gnome will travel to the winning destination to visit friends and locals, pose for pictures and participate in some of the most popular activities that resort has to offer, including skiing, ice skating, snowmobiling and snow tubing. As with all celebrities, he will have a "personal assistant" who accompanies him along the way.
Winning this competition could mean great things for Utah and its wonderful ski resorts. PLEASE VOTE TODAY!!! Please also feel free to email, tweet or Facebook this request to your friends. Every vote counts!!!
Powder Day at the Canyons
Posted by The Ski Utah Yeti on January 26, 2010
The snow has been falling at The Canyons for a week straight! We have received over 56 inches in the last week, doubling our season snow pack for the year. The snow just keeps coming. Come ski the legendary Utah powder at the largest resort in the state, The Canyons.
Park City Grand Prix 2010
Posted by The Ski Utah Yeti on January 26, 2010
Park City hosts the 2010 Grand Prix in their world class superpipe. Big crowds, snow, music, and more. This Olympic qualifying event was fun for all. Shaun White, already guaranteed a spot on the Olympic Team wins.
Low viz, high hopes, and big air: The North Face Masters takes off at Snowbird.
Posted by The Ski Utah Yeti on January 26, 2010
Snowbird, UT, January 25, 2010 - After two days of being grounded due
to weather and unsafe snow conditions, The North Face Masters was
finally given the green light today on Snowbird's famed Silver Fox
venue. With nearly seven feet of snow in seven days, competitors have
had to put themselves on hold, although they were treated to several
epic days of riding the greatest snow on earth. As the athletes boarded
the tram this morning, the nervous anticipation permeated through the
crowd of eager riders. The women were slated to start things off, but
low visibility threatened to shut things down yet again. Fortunately,
the fog began to lift and the middle and bottom portion of the venue
revealed its powdery goodness. By eleven o'clock the riders were on the
course laying down smooth lines through untracked fields of fresh. With
an abundance of soft landings to be bombed, the women showed their
fearlessness as they hucked themselves off every terrain feature in
sight. Squaw Valley's Iris Lazzareschi slayed a technical line down the
east side of the venue just as the clouds parted, if only for a brief
moment. The windlips up high were great and the course was fun, said
Iris after her run. Other standouts included Snowbird locals Kaitlin
Locke and Laura Dewey. However, it was former Master's champ, Shannan
Yates flawless performance that earned her the coveted Katana Sword.
With the conclusion of the women's competition, the men prepared for
their assault on the course. Due to the delays brought on by weather,
this event would be one run and done style, so every turn meant the
difference between in and out of the rankings. Heavy hitters, Rob
Kingwill and Travis Rice, promised to bring the best to the table, and
the crowds weren't disappointed. Some world-class billy-goating high up
on the venue marked Rob's run, and his solid stomp of a 30+ footer at
the bottom of the course drew applause from all in attendance. Always
the showman, Rice started out his run with a big slash for the cameras
up top and several big airs over peppery take-offs throughout the
venue. After his run, Travis simply said, Damn fine course, damn fine
snow. As the comp continued, the international riders from New Zealand,
France, Japan, Russia and Canada made their countries proud as they
carved and hucked their way through the course. Another fine
performance came from the event's oldest rider Dave Watson, 41 years
young, as he tore up the Fox and went huge at the bottom. When asked
what was going through his mind as he sent it over the last cliff, Dave
laughed and said, I hope I don't hit those rocks. By the time the dust
settled and the judges conversed, Mark Carter of Jackson Hole was
crowned the winner of the men's division. Fluidity and aggressiveness
were the hallmarks of his run, and he noted, I just wanted to do
something that nobody else had done.
Yates and Carter will defend their titles at the next Masters event in two weeks at Crystal Mountain in Washington.
Backcountry Awareness Fundraising Party
Posted by The Ski Utah Yeti on January 25, 2010
Benefiting the Friends of the Utah Avalanche Center
Saturday, February 6, 2010 – Golden Cliff, Cliff Lodge
Proceeds support the Snowbird Renaissance Center, which in turn, supports the Friends of the Utah Avalanche Center
This fundraiser will include light hors d'oeuvre, beverages, music and a silent auction.
Hors d'oeuvre & Beverages
•
Crudités Display with Broccoli, Cauliflower, Celery, Carrots Radishes,
Green Peppers, Mushrooms and Cherry Tomatoes with Asiago Ranch Dips
• Fresh Mini Fruit Kabobs
• Tortilla Chips, Salsa and Guacamole
• Sourdough Rounds with Spinach Artichoke Dip
• Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
• Sliced Roma Tomatoes with Fresh Mozzarella
Served with a Balsamic Glaze on Sourdough Toast
• Beer, wine & soft drinks
Tickets & other information
Tickets: $50
Hors d'oeuvre, Beer, Wine & Music: 4:30 – 7 p.m.
Silent Auction: 4:30 – 6:45 p.m.
Attire: Casual
Backcountry Awareness Classes
We will be holding (2) 2-hour classes on Saturday, February 6th on
basic to intermediate backcountry skills. These classes will meet in
the Alpine Room, Level 2, Snowbird Center. The first class will meet at
9 a.m. and the second class will meet at 1 p.m. Bring a transceiver if
you have one and be prepared to go outside. There is no charge for
these classes, however, donations are welcome and encouraged. This
program is sponsored by Wasatch Backcountry Rescue and the Snowbird
Renaissance Center.
Ski Utah Extends Greatest Flake Video Contest to Feb. 26
Posted by The Ski Utah Yeti on January 25, 2010
Ski Utah Extends Greatest Flake Video Contest to Feb. 26
Win a free, 5-day Utah Vacation, including airfare, lodging and lift passes
Economy still got you down? Never fear! Your Utah ski or snowboard
vacation may be easier scored than you thought. Ski Utah is extending
the video essay contest on its YouTube page, TheRealSkiUtah (Link to
http://www.youtube.com/user/TheRealSkiUtah). Contestants are invited to
enter 30-60 second videos on why they are “The Greatest Flake on Earth”
to win a five-day Utah ski or snowboard vacation.
Simply post a video response explaining why YOU are the Greatest Flake
by Feb. 26 and you could be the winner of roundtrip airfare for two,
three nights lodging for two in Park City, two nights lodging in Salt
Lake City, one day skiing at Park City Mountain Resort, The Canyons and
Deer Valley, and two Salt Lake Superpasses, good for two days of skiing
at your choice of Alta, Snowbird, Brighton or Solitude. Ski Utah will
also award a Burton Air 48 snowboard to the runner-up.
Ski Utah encourages entrants to focus their videos on their love of skiing or snowboarding in Utah. Check out the below video, submitted by Leo Ahrens and Sam Cohen, which was awarded a brand new pair of Rossignol S3s.
