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The largest all-female freesking competition in the world went down last weekend in Park City, Utah. Over 70 ams and 13 pros took over the mountain to compete in the second annual Queen’s Cup Open—an event like no other. Rather than focusing on making the podium, competitors at this event were out to have fun, meet new people, and learn tricks in an encouraging environment. And of course with so many girls in one place, what would the weekend be without dance parties and practicing for American Idol auditions. READ THE FULL STORY...
All photos by Simon Evans
On January 30th Chugach Powder Guides located in Girdwood, Alaska opened their 2007 season with the new owner of Alyeska Resort, John Byrne. A consistent high pressure resulted in many quality heli days for his groups. They were able to explore a variety of CPG’s vast areas the Chugach Range has to offer in Girdwood, including the Tordillo Mountains in the Alaska Range. Snowpack had time to settle and heal and layers were bonded nicely, which resulted in some big, steep descents. On The morning of February 6th I received a call from Dave McReynolds with good news- there was a seat available in the heli with the “Byrne Crew”. I quickly geared up and was at the CPG hanger by 8:45 am- STOKED! I was very impressed with CPG- they run a highy organized, safe, and professional heli operation. One real advantage to flying with CPG is their “no fly days” are spent ripping deep pow at Alyeska Resort- which we took full advantage of. The weather was perfect for flying. Our first run was mellow, then we quickly stepped it up. I was blown away by our pilot who demonstrated some amazing skills with technical LZ’s. He was calm and always in control. We ended the day in an area called “Spine Cell Research”- a zone named appropriately by TGR. The Girdwood area is having a record snow year, so this is the season to come heli with CPG and ski Alyeska! --Jason Scheben
MSP’s 2006 release Push rose to the top of the most competitive field ever assembled for the Powder Video Awards. Eight different movie companies won awards in the 10 nomination categories, highlighted by Mark Abma taking home his second Best Male Performance award for his diverse segment in Push, and newcomer Grete Eliassen winning Best Female Performance for her energetic part in Poor Boyz Productions Ski Porn. CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY