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BIKE PARKS BC HOST WORLDCLASS MOUNTAIN BIKE COMPETITIONS
BIKE PARKS BC HOST WORLDCLASS MOUNTAIN BIKE COMPETITIONS
Best Athletes In The World Will Compete On Bike Parks BC’s Epic Stage
VANCOUVER, BC July 12, 2011 – The action for gravity-fuelled mountain bike competition is heating up across the province.
Bike Parks BC’s lift-accessed resorts are hosting mountain bike competitions all summer long, giving riders of all ages the opportunity to compete alongside some of the the best athletes in the world. With festival atmospheres, bike expos and demonstrations, and exciting spectator opportunities across the province, here are the events to get into the calendar now:
July 30, Sun Peaks - Rocky Mountain Bikes Homecoming with Wade Simmons
Demo the newest bikes from Rocky Mountain Bikes and ride with legend Wade Simmons.
Demos from 10am to 4pm. More information: http://www.bikes.com/main+en+04_101+Rocky_Mountain_Bicycles_BC_Demo_Tour.html?AID=145&start=1
July 30 & 31, Panorama Mountain Village – Bike Demos, Gatorade Canada Cup (XC), BC Cup (DH) and Canada Cup (DH)
Panorama is thrilled to host the finals in the 20th season of the Canada Cup, the top coordinated domestic racing series in Canada providing athletes an outlet for preparation for national and international events while encouraging participation from all ages and ability levels. More information: http://www.panoramaresort.com/bikeraces2011
Test ride bikes from Banshee, Scott, Cannondale, GT and Marin in the Panorama Bike Park. More information: http://www.panoramaresort.com/DemoDay
August 5 & 6, Mount Washington – Bearclaw Invitational Slopestyle
Check out the return of Darren Berrecloth and the Bearclaw Invitational Slopestyle featuring slopestyle’s best riders and a new course built by Bearclaw himself. More information: http://bearclawinvitational.com/
August 13 & 14, Mount Washington – BC Cup Provincial Championships
Mount Washington and Cycling BC have teamed up to bring awesome Downhill and cross-country races to Vancouver Island. The XC Race is on Saturday and the DH Race on Sunday. More information: http://www.mountwashington.ca/bike-park/bc-cup.html
August 19-21 Fernie Alpine Resort – NOS Fernie Gravity BikeFest
The action kicks off with the old school Dual Slalom on Friday. The Enduro Downhill takes place on Saturday and the Classic Downhill race will take place on Sunday. The kids will shine on their bikes in the Little Critters Ride on Saturday while Bike Trials demos, live music and beer gardens will keep the plaza hopping. More information: http://www.skifernie.com/summer/things-to-do/events/events.aspx
August 20 & 21, Mount Washington – See Jane Jump Women’s Mountain Bike Festival
Pro freeride mountain biker Darcy Turenne hosts her See Jane Jump Women’s Mountain Bike Festival, an event that aims to aims to bring women riders of all skill levels to Mountain Washington for a weekend of riding, coaching, eating, drinking, and relaxing. More Information: http://www.seejanejumpfest.com/
August 28 & September 4, Mount Washington – Island Jump Jam Series
Join Jordie Lunn as he hosts the Island Series Jump Jam at the Mount Washington Alpine Resort Jump Park. The points series allows riders to throw down for fame and glory. More information: http://www.mountwashington.ca/things-to-do/events-calendar/details/290-island-series-jump-jam-2.html
August 11-13, Silverstar Bike Park – Goat Style 2011
Goat Style Slopestyle is a Silver event on the FMB World Tour and will showcase some of the best riders in the world. The Goat Style Festival will feature an village expo, bike trials show by trials biker extraordinaire Ryan Leech, Camp of Champions air bag jump site and great events like Friday Night Lights, a showcase of intense mountain bike skill under the lights. More information: http://goatstyle.ca/
Don’t forget to “like” www.facebook.com/bikeparksbc and follow @bikeparksbc on Twitter for all the latest news.
About Bike Parks BC
Formed in 2005, Bike Parks B.C. is a partnership of British Columbia’s top all season resorts, Tourism British Columbia and the Western Canada Mountain Bike Tourism Association. Bike Parks B.C.’s resort partners offer the very best facilities and services for mountain biking found anywhere in North America.
Bike Parks BC partnership is managed and coordinated by the Western Canada Mountain Bike Tourism Association (MBTA). The goal of the partnership is to create greater awareness about the many mountain biking resort destinations found in British Columbia. Each resorts offers a full range of accommodation and service options, professionally lead programs, high speed lifts, outstanding trails and fabulous mountain scenery.
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Another Ski Blog to Follow!
Check out Yolanda’s Blog of the Ski Club of Great Britains and the great review about Fernie Alpine Resort in Fernie, B.C, Canada!
Get More Out of Mt. Norquay in 2011-2012
The staff at Mt. Norquay, located only a short distance from the town of Banff, have been hard at work this summer, preparing new activities and more family fun for the upcoming season. The 2011-2012 season will see Mt. Norquay re-open its historic Teahouse, which was originally built in the 1950’s and visited by celebrities such as Marolyn Monroe. Whether skiing, snowboarding or simply on foot, all will be able to take the North American chair up top to experience the Teahouse and its stunning surroundings.
Mt. Norquay boasts the only snow tubing facility in the area and this coming season it will be bigger and better than ever! With additional lanes and a new Kidz Zone, this is the kind of place that let’s everyone feel like a kid again. The tube park is a perfect example of Mt. Norquay’s commitment to family, fun and adventure, and is easily accesible from Banff for either an afternoon or night tubing session. “This coming season we are pleased to announce that your Tri- Area Ski Pass will now provide access to to all of Mt. Norquay’s activities, ski and non ski” remarks Dan Markham, Director of Marketing and Sales at Ski Banff Lake Louise Sunshine. When you purchase a Tri Area Pass, for skiing and snowboarding, valid at Mt. Norquay, The Lake Louise Ski Area and Sunshine Village, it will now also include snow tubing, snowshoeing and sightseeing at Mt. Norquay.
After a day on the slopes or a ride up the North American chair, Mt. Norquay is pleased to offer its guests refreshments at the new Coffee and Cappuccino Bar or some tasty food from their new healthy selections menu in the cafeteria and famed Lone Pine Restaurant.
Cutting its first runs in 1926, Mt. Norquay became one of the first ski resorts in North America, and the first in the Canadian Rockies. Brimming with history, culture and breathtaking scenery, Mt Norquay is both a favorite of the locals and the perfect family resort. And now, the Tri Area pass let’s families and individuals experience more of what Canada’s Protected Playground has to offer.
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Ski Banff–Lake Louise–Sunshine is Canada’s largest ski destination, a joint venture of three of the world’s finest ski resorts; Mt. Norquay, The Lake Louise Ski Area and Sunshine Village. Available on one tri-area lift ticket, our three resorts offer almost 8,000 acres of skiable terrain and one of the longest ski seasons in North America, from mid November to late May, all in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site – Canada’s Protected Playground, Banff National Park.
Historic moment in BC Tourism as new air service lands at Canadian Rockies International
Integra Air touched down for its first commercial flight from Edmonton to Cranbrook at the Canadian Rockies International Airport on Wednesday, June 15, 2011. Mingled in with flight passengers was Dave Macfarlane, vice-president of Integra Air-all of whom were greeted at the arrival doors by enthusiastic dignitaries representing Cranbrook, the Ktunaxa Nation and members of local media.
“We’re so excited to come into the valley and provide an opportunity to bring people to and from the north,” said Macfarlane. Cranbrook mayor Scott Manjak praised the work and support of the provincial and federal governments for funding the expansion of the airport which has attracted tourism, jobs and additional air carriers like Integra Air to the region.
“We knew that if we could make the airport attractive (for businesses), there would be additional investment for the Kootenays,” said Bill Bennett, East Kootenay MLA.
“This is a vital service for the East Kootenay Region of British Columbia, as the new air service delivers a vital link for tourism and economic development to a top ski and golf destination region in Canada” says Matt Mosteller, Vice President of Resorts of the Canadian Rockies, owners and operators of Fernie Alpine Resort and Kimberley Alpine Resort.
Banff Bike Fest – Prologue
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Banff Bike Fest – Prologue
June 17, 2011 (Banff, AB) – With the threat of a storm brewing overhead, the fourth annual Banff Bike Festival got underway at 4pm on Thursday with the Cascade Plaza Prologue amidst the majestic Rocky Mountains in Banff National Park in Alberta. If the 1.5km scenic uphill time trial was any indication of things to come, riders and spectators were in for a treat.
The Prologue course hugged a steep cliff with the Bow River Falls tumbling far below and the majestic Fairmont Banff Springs hotel towering high above on the opposite bank. The climb started out fairly friendly, then turned nasty after Surprise Corner for the final kick to the finish.
“You can almost coast the first bit but then have to give it all you’ve got near the end,” commented Dave Vukets from Trek Red Truck pb Mosaic Homes. “Although the race is too short to have much of an affect on the overall, it’s a good warm-up for the events to follow.”
The start was just a few blocks from downtown Banff and the organizing crew from Banff Lake Louise Tourism was ready and waiting as 280 riders began to file in for the start of the Prologue. A light drizzle fell from the skies as the first of the Category 5 to Cat 3 men began their assault. The race officials were set up with a scale to make sure there were no bikes under the 6.8kg legal weight. This left a few weight weenies scrambling to strap anything they could find to get their bikes legal.
In the end, this eclectic group of hearty veterans, aspiring pros and strong juniors put in some amazing times. The Cat 5 winner was Colin Croston (Rundell Mountain CC) in a time of 2:50. Cat 4 winner was Croston’s Rundell teammate Robin Clegg in a time of 3:03.7, and your Cat 3 Prologue champion was Neal Baker (Top Gear ROAD) in a time of 3:00.7.
At 4:40pm it was the Elite Women’s turn for some thigh burning pain of joy. With the absence of last year’s Prologue and overall winner, Tara Whitten, it was a race for the taking for one of the 50 registered riders. Once the dust had settled, it was Canadian cyclo-cross phenom, Pepper Harlton (Team Alberta) who won in a time of 3:07.9. “I knew the course from last year, it had the right incline and it was a perfect 3-minute burn,” commented Harlton. “It’s the perfect way to work the bugs out heading into tomorrow’s road race.” Laura Brown from Local Ride / Dr. Vie Superfoods+ came second with a time of 3:12:6 and Katy Curtis (Team Alberta) rounded out the third spot on the podium with a time of 3:22:60.
The Elite Men came to the start as the final category to test their legs. Also missing from the field was last year’s overall men’s winner, Ian McKissick, which meant that 2011 would crown a new BikeFest champion for the men. This evening the stage was set for Bailey McKnight (Trek Red Truck p/b Mosaic Homes) as he destroyed the 1.5km Prologue in 2:31:3 setting a new course record by almost five seconds. Reigning Elite Men’s National champ, Will Routley (Team SpiderTech p/b C10) came second in with a time of 2:34 while last year’s Prologue winner, Justin Kerr (H&R Block), earned the final podium spot with a time of 2:35.
“Now that I have raced the course for the first time, I feel I could have gone harder at the start,” said Routley. “This race is a good tune-up for upcoming Road Nationals, and I feel I have a good shot to win the overall here at Banff. But being without teammates, I will need to ride smart.”
There will be no rest for the wicked as tomorrow’s 81km Lake Louise Road Race starts at 9:30 am about 40 minutes outside of town.
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Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) is rapidly becoming the major North American Ski Gateway with new air service being added this week!
June 14, 2011
Cranbrook, BC – More cities will connect with Canadian Rockies International (YXC – Cranbrook, BC) Airport as the airlines see the benefit of this world-class ski destination. The Canadian Rockies International serves 7 top destination ski resorts. It is easy to see the incredible benefit for those seeking ski vacations as once you land you can be skiing in 15 minutes and there are no major mountain passes to cross to reach most of the ski resorts. Also beyond the easy access is the incredible variety of ski in and ski out lodging at resorts like Fernie Alpine Resort and Kimberley Alpine Resort. Plus 7 ski resorts give you more terrain, more vertical and more skiing options/variety than any other region in Canada.
Beginning June 15th Integra Air starts new non-stop air service between the Canadian Rockies International Airport (YEG) and Edmonton International Airport (YXC). Initially the service will run on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays. Check out summer packages for lodging and golf at www.skikimberley.com and also more details on Integra Air at www.integraair.com. Resorts of the Canadian Rockies and Integra Air are excited to celebrate this new service with $99 flights for the first 40 people to purchase the package – call 1-800-258-7669 to inquire or book today, these won’t last long!
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About Fernie Alpine Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort & Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc.
Fernie Alpine Resort is one of the Top 5 Ski Resorts in North America, and is home to over 29 feet of legendary powder each winter, the “Griz” and more. �
Fernie Alpine Resort www.skifernie.com & Kimberley Alpine Resort www.skikimberley.com are part of the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc. (RCR) family. RCR is the largest private ski resort owner/operator in North America, owning five ski resorts across Canada, including Nakiska Ski Area in Alberta; and Fernie Alpine Resort and Kimberley Alpine Resort in British Columbia. RCR also owns and manages a number of hotels and golf courses, including Trickle Creek in Kimberley, and Wintergreen Golf and Country Club in Bragg Creek. RCR aims to provide each and every guest The Ultimate Experience.
For more information, please contact:
Matt Mosteller
VP, Marketing & Sales
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
(403) 209-3323
mmosteller@skircr.com
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NEW Cycling Club in Banff
Check out the article from the Banff Crag/Canyon here!
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2 More Days – RCR 2011.12 Winter Ski Pass/Ski School Sale – Lowest Prices of the Season for Nakiska, Fernie and Kimberley!
Don’t miss out on the best prices of the season for 2011.2012 Ski Season Passes and 2011.2012 Multi Week Ski School Lesson Programs for Nakiska Ski Area (Calgary’s Closest Mountain), Fernie Alpine Resort & Kimberley Alpine Resort, RCR Rockies Pass is also available, all 3 resorts in one pass! Purchase online today - or give the Calgary office a call – 1-800-258-7669 or 403-254-7669. Calgary office are open until 5 both Thursday and Friday - Sale ends June 10th – don’t miss it!
(Click the below picture to jump straight to that Season Pass section or the Ski School picture to jump to ski school)
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Golf Season is upon us!
Wintergreen Golf & Country Club has just announced their Tentative Opening Date of Friday May 13th has been made official. The course will open with Early Season Rates until May 19th. You can check out the Rates Grid on the official Wintergreen Golf & Country Club Website, Tee Times can also be booked from the website. Wintergreen is located in Bragg Creek, Alberta, only about an hour’s drive from Banff, so if you are in the area, jaunt over to Wintergreen and check it out!
Picture of the 18th Hole from May 10th.
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