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More about Jump-Building

Posted in Jumps & Jump Building

Jon had this to say about my "Jumps and Jump Building" article: With much respect for the Crystal Mountain Ski Patrol, there are two points (plus some) that seriously suggest that properly trained skiers should be able to build in-bound jumps:  1.) Most states have passed multiple bills that clearly state that nobody can "sign… Continue Reading

Jumps and jump-building

Posted in Skier/Snowboarder Stories

Andy wrote in with this comment: Part of the mini-golf freeride trend involves building jumps in the backcountry. If Crystal is unwilling to cater to the younger generation by building a park, can we at least be able to build jumps in the BC? If Crystal is actually aiming to be a "serious riders’" mountain,… Continue Reading

Like Van Halen says: Go ahead & JUMP!

Posted in Jumps & Jump Building

Over the weekend somebody wrote in asking if we allow jumping yet.  First, let me apologize for the confusion over the years–though I’m pretty sure none of it was my fault. Apparently, back in the 1980′s, jumping on designated runs was prohibited for a while.  I think it had something to do with insurance or… Continue Reading