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CRESTED BUTTE MOUNTAIN RESORT HOSTS 20TH ANNUAL
U.S. EXTREME FREESKIING CHAMPIONSHIPS FEB. 15 – 19, 2011
 
MT. CRESTED BUTTE, Colo. – February 15 – Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR), the birthplace of Big Mountain competitions, plays host to the 20th annual U.S. Extreme Freeskiing Championships, Feb. 15 – 19, 2011. Crested Butte was the first resort in the U.S. to launch an extreme freeskiing contest 20 years ago and the tradition continues this season as the resort also celebrates 50 years of skiing and riding.
 
Part of the Subaru Freeskiing World Tour (FWT), a Mountain Sports International (MSI) series, the U.S. Extreme Freeskiing Championships in Crested Butte is the longest running event of its kind, hosting male, female, junior and masters competitors. Bragging rights and a cash purse totaling $20,000 – the largest on the freeskiing circuit – ensure a talented field and edge-of-the-seat excitement as competitors descend steep, technical lines in CBMR’s legendary Extreme Limits terrain.
 
“This is an iconic event for CBMR,” said Daren Cole, vice president of sales and marketing for the resort. “Many of the best-known freeskiers in the world have carved out a place in history at this competition. The Extremes are such a unique aspect to the resort and this week they get the spotlight.”
 
CBMR’s Extremes is always one of the most anticipated stops on the FWT tour. With pitches ranging from 39 to 45 degrees, and natural hazards, such as boulders, cliffs and trees, the Extremes offer some of the toughest in-bounds terrain available. This year, thanks to exceptional early-season snowfall and the efforts of mountain operations crews, the resort’s Extremes opened early, offering guests a “wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling” experience. And the snow keeps falling. CBMR received 17 inches over the past 7 days and more is forecast for next week as Crested Butte welcomes the world’s freeskiing legends and hopeful champions.
 
At-A-Glance Schedule:
Monday, Feb. 14                        Junior Registriation
Tuesday, Feb. 15                       Junior Competition Day 1
Wednesday, Feb. 16                  Junior Day 2/Qualifier and Masters athlete registration
Thursday, Feb. 17                      Freeskiing World Tour Qualifier Day/Masters Day
Friday, Feb. 18                           Freeskiing World Tour Day 1/Masters Final
Saturday, Feb. 19                      Freeskiing World Tour Final
 
Spectators are welcome and most venues are accessible to blue-level (intermediate) skiers and snowboarders. A short hike may be required. For more information visit www.skicb.com.
 
Nestled in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Crested Butte is committed to preserving the pristine landscape and mountain lifestyle. With vibrant Victorian store-fronts and expressive local characters, the small historic town remains true to its heritage and radiates an unparalleled welcoming and inviting spirit that celebrates a simpler life and time. Thanks to a widely diverse landscape, whether beginner or burgeoning national champion, outdoor enthusiasts of all levels will find a new challenge with each visit. From world-class mountain biking, to legendary skiing and snowboarding, to a secluded fly-fishing experience, Crested Butte is one of Colorado’s best-kept secrets. This season, Crested Butte celebrates 50 years of skiing and riding with a year-long celebration, Crested Butte-style.
 
For more information about Crested Butte's lodging, conference, meeting facilities, and special packages, call Crested Butte Vacations, (800) 600-2803 or visit the web site at www.skicb.com.For information on ski area real estate opportunities call (970) 349-4999 or (877) 805-6109 or visit the website at www.cbliving.com.
 
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About The Subaru Freeskiing World Tour (FWT)
The Subaru Freeskiing World Tour is the largest and longest running competitive big mountain freeskiing tour in the history of the sport with an unprecedented six stops.  Founded in 1997, the FWT, created and produced by Mountain Sports International, Inc., is heading into its 14th year with alumni including Shane McConkey, Brant Moles, Kent Kreitler, Chris Davenport, Seth Morrison, Dean Cummings, Dave Swanwick, Wendy Fisher, Ingrid Backstrom, Dana Flahr, Kaj Zackrison, Karina Hollekim, Marja Persson, Julien Lopez, Chopo Diaz, Griffin Post, Drew Stoecklein, Crystal Wright and Hannah Whitney.  In addition to up to $110,000 in winnings, the world tour champions are awarded the McConkey Cup, honoring legendary skier Shane McConkey, founder of the IFSA.  The FWT also features the coveted Sickbird Award, which honors the athlete with the most spirit, style and wow-factor. The 2010 Subaru Freeskiing World Tour is supported by Subaru of America, The North Face, Black Diamond Equipment, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Powder Magazine, The Ski Channel, Mountain Sports International, Siege Audio, Comcast Sportsnet, Las Lenas, El Colorado, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, Telluride Ski Resort, Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, and Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort. For more information, visit www.freeskiingworldtour.com, www.facebook.com/freeskiingworldtour, or follow us on Twitter at @FreeskiingWT. Subaru of America, The North Face, Black Diamond Equipment, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Powder Magazine, The Ski Channel, Mountain Sports International, Sportsinsurance.com, Comcast Sportsnet, Las Lenas, El Colorado, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, Telluride Ski Resort, Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, and Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort. For more information, visit www.freeskiingworldtour.com, www.facebook.com/freeskiingworldtour, or follow us on Twitter at @FreeskiingWT.
 
Media Contacts:
Emily McCormack
emccormack@cbmr.com
970-331-6145
 
Erica Reiter
ereiter@cbmr.com
970-349-2205

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