Fixed Grip – Whistler Blackcomb
In Fixed Grip, Whistler Blackcomb's latest ski documentary, the chairs are the stories
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Category: News
Ortovox & Arc’teryx Airbag Sets Safety Benchmark
Ortovox and Arc’teryx, two global leaders in mountain safety equipment and apparel, have co-designed the new LiTRIC electric airbag system that has set a new benchmark for Mountain Safety. The LiTRIC airbag system will increase safety by providing a minimum two inflations for at least 60 hours when it is fully charged, making multi-day tours …
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2024 Freeride World Tour Calendar
The countdown to the 17th edition of the Freeride World Tour is underway
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Powder Magazine is back in print
Powder Magazine is back in print with their Photo Annual and a future that is yet to be defined. Kitt Doucette, Powder Magazine Correspondent, wrote that what comes next is up to you… “It’s still hard for me to believe, but the rumors are true. Powder Magazine is back in print with the ’23/’24 Photo …
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Alterra to Acquire Mike Wiegele Heli Skiing
Alterra Mountain Company has announced its intention to purchase Mike Wiegele Heli Skiing in Blue River.
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Birthplace of Burton Snowboards commemorated
The birthplace of Burton Snowboards was commemorated with a plaque on October 3rd in the town of Londonderry, Vermont.
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Avalanche Expert Wayne Flann Passes
We are deeply saddened to write about the passing of Wayne Flann, Whistler Avalanche Expert and long time Whistler Blackcomb employee. He was a prominent figure in avalanche safety in the Sea to Sky region and his efforts contributed significantly to keeping the public safe. He will be greatly missed, both in Whistler and the …
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Flying High Again
In a world, where the snowboard corporatocracy cares more about the next Instagram swipe, TGR has teamed up with legendary snowboard film director, Mike Hatchett, and do the impossible. This film defies all odds – to bring together a crew of passionate riders for a full-length feature film – and celebrate what matters most: a …
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Polar Moon Couloir featured in the Canadian Alpine Journal
The Polar Moon Couloir is a 1,2-kilometre line couloir found at the remote Kangiqtualuk Agguqti on Baffin Island.
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World’s Best Heli-Ski Operator 2023 Up for Grabs
It is no surprise that seven of the eight shortlisted finalists of heli-ski companies nominated for the World's Best Heli-Ski Operator are from Canada.
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The Land of Giants
The story of man vs. mountain is one that has captured our imaginations for centuries. But what if MSP flipped the script? What if, instead of focusing on the human element, MSP took a closer look at the mountains themselves? That’s the premise of The Land of Giants, a new ski film that explores the …
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Say Hello to El Niño
The La Niña that was present in Western Canada during the past three winters is over, say hello to El Niño. El Niño can have varying effects on powder skiing conditions in Western Canada, depending on the severity and characteristics of the El Niño event, as well as other regional climate influences. El Niño is …
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