October 14, 2013
Skiing: You go, girl!
A new ski industry report outlines the role of women in the snow sports market, showing that females spent about $1 billion on ski and snowboard gear.
October 12, 2013
I-70 upgrades will ease trip from Copper Mountain to Denver
The trip from Copper Mountain along I-70 back to Denver is about to get just a bit quicker, and a lot safer. Colorado Department of Transportation officials say the new three-lane section of freeway at the Twin Tunnels area, near Idaho Springs, is set to open within the next few weeks. Along with a new lane through the tunnel, the project also included improvements to the highway between the Hidden Valley exit and the bottom of Floyd Hill, a particularly curvy section of the road where mountain travelers often encountered a bottleneck after a day on the slopes.
October 10, 2013
Got October snow? We do!
With another autumn snowstorm set to sweep through the Colorado Rockies, several ski area operators around Summit County are targeting mid-October opening dates. Loveland, Arapahoe Basin and Copper Mountain have all started snowmaking operations, so the ski and snowboard season will be here sooner rather than later.
October 09, 2013
Ski industry chiefs run a political slalom on Capitol Hill
The two biggest ski industry trade associations are joining forces to leverage their lobbying clout with the federal government. In late September, board members from SnowSports Industries America and the National Ski Areas Association teamed up in Washington, D.C. to meet with lawmakers — and also to discuss how to grow participation in snow sports.
October 08, 2013
Copper Mountain Ski Lodging: Yes, a Condo Can Hold All Your Gear
When you're shopping for Copper Mountain ski lodging, it's nice to know you'll have room for all your winter gear once you arrive at the resort. With snowboards, skis, boots, goggles and bulky winter parkas, it's so convenient to have roomy condo right near the base of the lifts — so much better than a tiny hotel room!