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Thank You For My Fantastic First Season of Ownership
Monday, April 19th, 2010Summer is here and the snow is melting. This time of year, I always like to reflect on the season as it comes to a close. Whether it was Loveland opening earlier than it has in 40 years, your favorite Winter Olympic event, or the snow dumps we’ve gotten in March and April, the season [...]
Ski Area Closing Dates
Tuesday, April 13th, 2010Ajax (Aspen) Closing Date 4/25 Arapahoe Basin Tentatively Scheduled for 6/6 Aspen Highlands Closed for the Season Beaver Creek Closed for the Season Breckenridge Closed for the Season Buttermilk Closed for the Season Copper Mountain Closed for the Season Crested Butte Closed for the Season Durango Closed for the Season Eldora Closed [...]
50% OFF ALL MERCHANDISE BLOWOUT SALE GOING ON NOW!
Wednesday, March 17th, 2010We feel so lucky today that we wanted to share that optimism with you. We typically offer this sale after the Spring Break. However, we wanted to offer the sale early this year so you can take advantage of the savings before your Spring Break snowsport adventures. The terms of the sale are pretty [...]
Gifts From Crystal Ski Shop Always Fit!
Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009We have unique gift ideas for all of the snowsport enthusiasts that you love (including you)! Give the gift of winter fun in the beautiful Rocky Mountains! We conveniently offer our suggestions for the best gifts ever: 1) Gift Certificate: We offer gift certificates, for any dollar amount, that can be applied to [...]
Winter Park 70 Years!
Thursday, November 19th, 2009One of our favorite places to ski is Winter Park. This is the 70th season Winter Park, making it the longest continually running resort in Colorado. Congratulations!!! They are currently showing an 18″ base. It looks like a snow storm will drop some new snow to get ready for Thanksgiving. Share and Enjoy:
Get your “5th Graders Ski FREE” in Colorado Passport
Sunday, August 23rd, 2009You don’t need to be smarter than a 5th grader to figure out what a great deal this is! Colorado Ski Country USA provides every 5th Grader in the State of Colorado a passport that allows each kid to ski or ride 75 days for free this season. The passport works at 25 participating resorts in Colorado and you [...]
Don’t Get “Cold Feet” For Winter Sports
Saturday, August 22nd, 2009If we could offer a simple formula for guaranteed success doing any snowsport, the formula would include the simple variable called Socks. Even though the technology and insulation has improved in downhill ski boots, snowboard boots and cross country ski boots, a good pair of socks is still essential. One pair of [...]
Notice to Air Travelers: Airlines Charging Big Fees for Checked Skis and Heavy Bags
Tuesday, November 18th, 2008If you have upcoming plans to travel with your snowsport equipment, note that there are big changes in the airline rules for oversized bags (like skis and snowboards) and heavy bags that perhaps contain ski boots and other equipment. It is important that you check with your airline (each airline is different) and understand the [...]
“Winter Feels Good” Website Provides Great Snowsports Info.
Saturday, March 1st, 2008Winter Feels Good in so many ways. It’s good for the heart, the head and the soul. But before you head for the hills—or even your own backyard—there are things you should know. We have found a wonderful organization and website that promotes winter fitness and activities to the general public. With plain language, interactive tools, [...]