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• Argentinian Ski Resort Extends Seasonal Terrain Offerings After September Snowfall

  13-09-2023 23:37 via powder.com
  
  After a rough start to the ski season, South America is finishing off winter strong.Today, September 13th, Cerro Catedral, an Argentinian ski resort, announced that it will extend portions of its terrain offerings until October 15th.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Cerro Catedral (@cerrocatedralok)
  From the caption:"We extend the 2023 season so you can continue enjoying this new mountain experience that only Cathedral has for you ⛷️ September arrived with snow, and we wan
  
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• Skier Attempts 115-Foot Frontflip On Artificial Ski Slope

  13-09-2023 23:04 via powder.com
  
  Yesterday, ski instructor and content creator Anthony Robert shared a video of him attempting a 115-foot frontlip on skis.Normally, such a move would be noteworthy, but Robert upped the ante with this one: he launched the front flip without a smidge of snow in sight.Check out his recent upload below.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Anthony Robert (@anthonyroobert)
  I've tried out an artificial ski slope once in my life, and let me tell you, falling on these things isn't for the faint o
  
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• Utah's First Next-Generation Chairlift Nearing Completion

  13-09-2023 21:28 via powder.com
  
  The chairlift of the future is headed to Brighton Resort, Utah.On September 9th, the resort shared a video documenting the ongoing Crest 6 construction efforts. Once completed, the Crest 6 will be Utah's first Doppelmayr D-Line chairlift.Crest 6 update 🏗️🛠️ The top terminal is almost done and it looks amazing! Construction continues on Doppelmayr’s first 6 person D-line lift in Utah. The old Crest towers will be airlifted out soon and the new Crest 6 towers wi
  
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• National Brotherhood Of Snowsports Partners With Big Sky For 2024 Summit

  13-09-2023 20:41 via powder.com
  
  Big Sky Resort, Montana, and the National Brotherhood of Snowsports (NBS) announced today, September 13th, that they've partnered to host the annual NBS summit at Big Sky in 2024.A recent press release states that the summit serves as "the centerpiece of the organization's efforts, offering a unique platform for skiers of all levels to come together and share their passion for the sport."A group gathers for a photo at a previous NBS event.Courtesy: The National Brotherhood of Snowsport
  
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• Breckenridge To Auction Historic Chairs For Charity

  13-09-2023 19:28 via powder.com
  
  This past summer, several ski resorts have offered chairlift auctions for decommissioned lifts. Yesterday, September 12th, Breckenridge Ski Resort, Colorado, announced they were joining the crowd, offering decommissioned chairs from the to-be-upgraded 5-Chair via an online auction. The 5-Chair on a snowy day.Courtesy: Breckenridge Ski ResortThe 5-Chair auction will be held virtually starting Thursday, September 21st at 12 PM MST. The auction closes on Friday, September 22nd at 12 PM. O
  
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• Review: Flylow Freya Jacket and Foxy Insulated Bib

  13-09-2023 17:57 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 nutshell
  With a blend of low-profile recycled synthetic insulation and high-tech waterproof breathable fabric, Flylow’s new Freya Jacket and Foxy Insulated Bib offer both cozy warmth and all-day protection from the weather, a combination you don’t always see in women’s insulated outerwear. Size Tested: MediumMaterials
  
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• YouTuber Interviews Skier Who Accomplished "The Biggest Unofficial World Record Ski Jump"

  13-09-2023 17:33 via powder.com
  
  Last season, a ski video started circulating the airwaves that fundamentally altered my perception of the impact a human body can withstand.Said video, shared on March 30th this year, featured professional skier Jordane Legal soaring off a jump on skis and catching an absolutely colossal -- perhaps record-breaking -- amount of air. The impact part of the equation comes in at the end of the video, where Legal, after a not-so-relaxing flight, crashes down to Earth and inexplicably rides away
  
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• Aspen Renames Highly-Anticipated Expansion, Releases New Trail Map

  13-09-2023 15:17 via powder.com
  
  Aspen Skiing Company has been touting the highly-anticipated Pandora's Expansion on Aspen Mountain, Colorado for years, but they surprised everyone when a new name was announced on September 12th, 2023.The terrain and subsequent chairlift have been re-dubbed 'Hero's' to "honor those who brought this vision to light, especially Jim Crown."Check out the new trail map that was included in the announcement:New trail map showing the newly-named 'Hero's' lift and terrain. The expansion was called
  
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