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Lindsey's WorldBlog: Steve Schlanger's Blog by Steveschlanger
You know you have something special when winning an overall World Cup title fulfills expectations rather than pipedreams. Such is the case with American Lindsey Vonn. After claiming her first ever overall globe last year, she was the favorite heading into this season. Yes, a U.S. alpine skier began the year as the one to beat. And yet no one did. Maybe the most impressive thing was the method by which she.. (Read More)
The Rise of the Snowshoe Racing Regime - From the First Edition of Snowshoe Magazine Blog: Snowshoeing by Ryanalford
It was a day that many snowshoers would never forget. On March 5, 2005, the United States partook in a series of snowshoe races, peacefully bringing together some of the most talented athletes in the world. It was a day that would be resurrected in the memories of many and one that would usher-in the next era for the sport an era that would further prove its potential. On that Saturday morning,.. (Read More)
Q & A with Jonathan WieselBlog: Cross Country Skiing by Jonathanwiesel
What do you think of skijoring? I heard you mention it on a podcast and I'd like to know more. Jake Taos, New Mexico To most people who know the term, skijoring means getting pulled by a dog (or dogs). Sometimes both person and dog have harnesses connected by a rope, though it can be as informal as a dog on a leash pulling you. Skijoring with a dog can be great fun, but it's not the only way.. (Read More)
GV Snowshoes Technical Backpack Blog: Snowshoeing by Ryanalford
Over the years, I regularly receive an e-mail or a phone call from an eager snowshoer wanting advice on what kind of backpack to purchase. Of course, I've tried many and have my opinions. Where I find my opinion becomes rather fierce is the availability of a backpack engineered for snowshoers. This is a very difficult item to find in the world. Until.. (Read More)
Invoking the Casual Snowshoer: Devil's Thumb Ranch, C Lazy U Ranch Blog: Snowshoeing by Ryanalford
As we comb the world for great snowshoeing destinations, we found two of the best here in our own backyard. Devil's Thumb Ranch and C Lazy U Ranch - located in Grand County, Colorado - provide guests with the ultimate in winter fun and sport. I had the unique opportunity to visit both locations as a guest and snowshoer. Although I'm easily impressed, I was placed in the comforts of good living.. (Read More)
A Snowshoeing Hu-ah! Blog: Snowshoeing by Ryanalford
First to fight - Marines have been in the forefront of every American war since the founding of the Corps. They have carried out over 300 landings on foreign shores. They have served everywhere, from the poles to the tropics. Their record of readiness reflects pride, responsibility and challenge. “Unknown Faithful to God, country, family and the Corps. Semper fidelis. The Few, the Proud, the.. (Read More)
Making the Snowshoe Leap: Becoming a CompetitorBlog: Snowshoeing by Ryanalford
Snowshing for many people represents that slice of get-away time...a moment of rest for the mind and a release of stress...a quiet hike through the backcountry; ah, snowshing can be so great. However, snowshing can be done competitively and it's not that difficult to get involved. If you are one of the curious spectators at a snowshing race or you've considered satisfying that need to compete, it's time to plan for an upcoming winter of intense.. (Read More)
The Road to the World’sBlog: Steve Schlanger's Blog by Steveschlanger
As I write this, I am on a flight from Switzerland to Belgium having recently wrapped production in Val D’Isere for a show you will see on The Ski Channel in the near future focusing on the Alpine World Championships. VDS is remarkably beautiful and you have to be there to get a true appreciation of how vertical the mountains are, seemingly rising straight up from the valley floor in all directions. Once.. (Read More)
The French FeastBlog: Steve Schlanger's Blog by Steveschlanger
The month of February will be the busiest, most stressful, hectic, crazy, insane and yet thoroughly enjoyable period of skiing competition in some 24 months. That is because it is a month chalk full of world championships. The marquee event, the alpine world’s, are being staged in the glorious French Alps. The host town is the quaint village of Val d’Isere, nestled amidst soaring peaks in the southeast of France just miles from its.. (Read More)
Alpine’s BroadwayBlog: Steve Schlanger's Blog by Steveschlanger
The month of January provides the best alpine racing every year. It is a month of monuments with the men racing at classic venues such as Wengen, Kitzbuhel and Schladming and the women hitting storied locales like Cortina. These are courses steeped in history and defined by quirks and nuances that give them a meaningful place in the list of sports greatest stages. Just as golf fans revere the annual spring stop at Augusta and baseball.. (Read More)
