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• Skier Nearly Falls To Their Death In The Nevadan Backcountry

  03-07-2023 18:20 via powder.com
  
  At this point in the year, unless you're lucky enough to live near a summer skiing resort like Mammoth Mountain, California, you need to get creative if you want to get some turns in. And by "get creative," I mean climbing and skiing gnarly no-fall zones, as late-season snow is often hidden in high-altitude alpine terrain.Case in point: this puckering video from Jaret C which involves a summer skiing strike mission that almost goes terribly wrong. Buckle in; you might want to be seated for this
  
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• Powder Review: blackcrows Atris

  03-07-2023 17:53 via powder.com
  
  The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers to this website may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website.In a NutshellThe blackcrows Atris is a fairly versatile playful all-mountain ski. It’s not the most poppy or energetic, but it does a really good job of absorbing small chatter while still being fun and engaging in most conditions.Length Skied: 184.3 cmWeight: 2026 gStated Dimensions: 138-105-122 mmStated Sidecut: 20 mRecommended Moun
  
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• The Iconic James Bond Ski Chase Scene That Included A Never-Been-Done Stunt

  03-07-2023 17:49 via powder.com
  
  James Bond has eluded his pursuers on skis a handful of times over the course of 27 films, but none is more memorable than 1977's 'The Spy Who Loved Me'.Watch as Roger Moore evades a team of spandex-wearing Soviets through field of powder and glacial tunnels in the iconic opening scene:Incredible on so many levels.First off, skiing aside, the line Bond drops when leaving the two-timing foxy lady in the cabin is priceless:"But James, I need you!""So does England." *slams door shut*Also, that mome
  
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• Largest Flying American Flag Carried By Ski Patrollers To Celebrate Independence Day

  03-07-2023 17:13 via powder.com
  
  Happy 4th of July from all of us here at Powder Magazine. We hope your long weekend is filled with fireworks, burgers, hot dogs, and skiing!What better way to celebrate the 4th than by watching a giant American flag descend down Sundance Mountain Resort, Utah in the hands of ski patrollers?Check out the fantastic video below:Follow The Flag: "Over 100 volunteers came together for with one goal in mind, to take the ultimate symbol of freedom to the the snowy mountain tops of Sundance mountain res
  
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• Lake Tahoe Icon Robb Gaffney Undergoes Successful Surgery To Remove Tumor From Spine

  03-07-2023 16:54 via powder.com
  
  What can we say about Robb Gaffney that hasn't already been said? The iconic author, skier, filmmaker, and activist has left his mark on Olympic Valley, California over the last two decades plus.For those unaware, Gaffney wrote 'Squallywood', the definitive book for skiing Palisades Tahoe, CA. Gaffney's book, along withe the antics of Shane McConkey, were the inspiration for the beloved move G.N.A.R. by Unofficial Networks.Gaffney has fought acute myeloid leukemia for four years, and a recent bo
  
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• Arapahoe Basin Introduces Adorable New Avalanche Rescue Puppy

  03-07-2023 16:31 via powder.com
  
  Summer is typically a down time for ski resorts across North America. The snow has mostly melted, but the trickle of mountain bikers and hikers continue to keep the lights on through the summer months.Despite the lack of powder shots, social media managers still need something to post about. My favorite type of these summer socials posts are the announcements of new avalanche rescue puppies.Without further ado, meet Olive, an adorable black lab who is the newest member of Arapahoe Basin Ski
  
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