In the last couple weeks we’ve had to knock down a few jumps being built by youngsters. They always have such a hard time understanding what the big deal is–why we can’t allow kickers to be hidden willy-nilly in various places around the resort. (From a safety standpoint, our concern is that people might smack into–or launch… Continue Reading
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Coming this season: Crystal Mountain Jib Park
Posted in NewsI recently caught up with JP Sokolowski, the Terrain Park Manager for Crystal Mountain’s new park. JP was nice enough to answer some of my questions, and I have included them here. Any questions for JP, just ask them here. I will forward them on and try to get back to you.
Man-Made Feature Philosophy
Posted in Terrain Park & 1/2-PipeI have a philosophy that people come to the mountains to get away from the city….
What’s the deal with the 1/2-Pipe?
Posted in Terrain Park & 1/2-PipeAs you see, Kim & I are trying to answer questions we’re getting, as posts, so everyone who’s interested can see the answers. This one’s to Peter, James, et. al. about Crystal’s (lack of) half-pipe. Answer #1 is about Crystal, and answer #2 is about national trends you might find interesting. #1) Did you notice that the half-pipe… Continue Reading