Subaru Extreme Skiing Series- February 13-16, 2014

Winter Flights to Crested Butte

Winter Flight Schedules - Chicago!

HURRAY FOR A DIRECT CHICAGO! Gunnison / Crested Butte Regional Airport:   Air service for the 2013-2014 winter season from American Airlines and United Airlines, with flights from Dallas (DFW), Houston (IAH), Chicago (ORD) and Denver (DEN).  Check out the Full Flight Schedule ! Montrose Airport:Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) is another great option that offers additional non-stop jet service to the area. Montrose is an easy one and a half hour scenic ground transfer to Crested Butte.   Full Flight Schedule

The New Eflin Ski Run!

The New Eflin Ski Run!
See the new Eflin ski run up at the top right? The Muellers named it to honor the Eflin family, a family which has contributed and lived in Crested Butte for years,... AND manages Peak Sports, (Andy Eflin) where we offer 20% off their ski rentals and bike rentals on our discount ski rental page! Thank you Andy!

Elk Mountains Grand Traverse- March 29, 2013

Elk Mountain Grand Traverse by Outdoor Research and Dynafit

The 16th Annual GORE-TEX® Elk Mountains Grand Traverse will be held on Friday March 29, 2013!

The Grand Traverse is an extraordinary 40-mile backcountry ski race between the towns of Crested Butte and Aspen, CO. Depending on weather, the start is usually at midnight from Crested Butte, often in sub-zero temperatures; the racers traverse Colorado’s spectacular Elk Mountains. NOTE: for 2012 the start will be 11:00PM at Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

The course is based on the mail routes of the 1880's, connecting the two towns. In this extreme endurance event, racers will climb more than 7,800 vertical feet and navigate in a self-supported backcountry race that tests them physically and mentally. To maintain safety in the backcountry, racers compete in teams of two and are required to carry mandatory gear. Held annually since 1998, it’s earned a reputation as a true test of toughness for elite local, national and international athletes.

Come visit us at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

 

Learn to Skate Ski 4 Free- March 7, 2013

Learn to Skate Ski 4 Free

Join us the first THURSDAY of every month for our FREE introduction to skate skiing. Call 349-1707 by Tuesday to reserve your space.

• March 7

Time: 1:00 PM Cost: FREE!!

Discounted rentals available for $15

Contact: CBNC Front Desk at 349-1707
Limited to first 12 people to reserve.

Come visit us at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

 

Elk Mountain Grand Traverse- March 29, 2013

Elk Mountain Grand Traverse by Outdoor Research and Dynafit

The 16th Annual GORE-TEX® Elk Mountains Grand Traverse will be held on Friday March 29, 2013!

The Grand Traverse is an extraordinary 40-mile backcountry ski race between the towns of Crested Butte and Aspen, CO. Depending on weather, the start is usually at midnight from Crested Butte, often in sub-zero temperatures; the racers traverse Colorado’s spectacular Elk Mountains. NOTE: for 2012 the start will be 11:00PM at Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

The course is based on the mail routes of the 1880's, connecting the two towns. In this extreme endurance event, racers will climb more than 7,800 vertical feet and navigate in a self-supported backcountry race that tests them physically and mentally. To maintain safety in the backcountry, racers compete in teams of two and are required to carry mandatory gear. Held annually since 1998, it’s earned a reputation as a true test of toughness for elite local, national and international athletes.

Come visit us at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

 

Learn to Skate Ski 4 Free- February 7, 2013

Learn to Skate Ski 4 Free

Join us the first THURSDAY of every month for our FREE introduction to skate skiing. Call 349-1707 by Tuesday to reserve your space.

• February 7
• March 7

Time: 1:00 PM Cost: FREE!!

Discounted rentals available for $15

Contact: CBNC Front Desk at 349-1707
Limited to first 12 people to reserve.

Come visit us at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

 

Elk Mountain Grand Traverse- March 29, 2013

Elk Mountain Grand Traverse by Outdoor Research and Dynafit

The 16th Annual GORE-TEX® Elk Mountains Grand Traverse will be held on Friday March 29, 2013!

The Grand Traverse is an extraordinary 40-mile backcountry ski race between the towns of Crested Butte and Aspen, CO. Depending on weather, the start is usually at midnight from Crested Butte, often in sub-zero temperatures; the racers traverse Colorado’s spectacular Elk Mountains. NOTE: for 2012 the start will be 11:00PM at Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

The course is based on the mail routes of the 1880's, connecting the two towns. In this extreme endurance event, racers will climb more than 7,800 vertical feet and navigate in a self-supported backcountry race that tests them physically and mentally. To maintain safety in the backcountry, racers compete in teams of two and are required to carry mandatory gear. Held annually since 1998, it’s earned a reputation as a true test of toughness for elite local, national and international athletes.

Come visit us at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

 

Oskar Blues CANtastic CANtests Apres Ski Fun- January 12, 2013

Join Oskar Blues every Saturday in January for some Après Ski fun on the hill.

Starting at 3pm under the OB Tent near the Red Lady lift, register for our fun races and compete to win fame, glory and some fun OB Swag items.Races start at 4:30pm at the Base Area.Sample Oskar Blues finest brews onsite at 9380 Bar Deck in the Elevation Hotel from 3-5pm.

For every Oskar Blues purchase on event days at any CBMR outlet, receive a raffle ticket to win a super dope pair of Oskar Blues branded Icelantic skis to be drawn at the end of the last event on January 26th!

Event schedule includes:

Jan. 5th Kick the Can

Jan. 12th REEBdiculous REEB Bike Races

Jan. 19th Land on Your CAN Big Air CANtest

Jan. 26th CANdonnee Ski Race

Questions: Call Kevin at  970.349.4289 

Come check us out at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

Wednesdays with Wendy Fisher- January 9, 2013

Wendy Fisher, local Olympian and free skiing expert, is again hosting Wednesday ski clinics at Crested Butte Mountain Resort. In the 2012-2013 season, Wendy will lead two separate learning options based upon ability level: one for high beginner/intermediate skiers and the other for high intermediate advanced/expert skiers.

Participants can expect to learn how to ski with more fluidity, and how to work the terrain differently to enhance the on-mountain experience. We’ll focus on improving each participant’s technique and confidence and we’ll determine our destination based upon the comfort level of the group.

This Intermediate Session is ideal for the Intermediate skier who has not yet experienced Crested Butte’s Extremes or is not comfortable with this type of terrain. Price is $90 per clinic.

For more info, please visit Ski CB site.

Click here for a video of Wendy Fisher! 

Come check us out at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

 

Learn to Skate Ski 4 Free- January 3, 2013

Learn to Skate Ski 4 Free

Join us the first THURSDAY of every month for our FREE introduction to skate skiing. Call 349-1707 by Tuesday to reserve your space.

When:

• January  3
• February 7
• March 7

Time: 1:00 PM Cost: FREE!!

Discounted rentals available for $15

Contact: CBNC Front Desk at 349-1707
Limited to first 12 people to reserve.

Come visit us at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

 

Elk Mountain Grand Traverse- March 29, 2013

Elk Mountain Grand Traverse by Outdoor Research and Dynafit

The 16th Annual GORE-TEX® Elk Mountains Grand Traverse will be held on Friday March 29, 2013!

The Grand Traverse is an extraordinary 40-mile backcountry ski race between the towns of Crested Butte and Aspen, CO. Depending on weather, the start is usually at midnight from Crested Butte, often in sub-zero temperatures; the racers traverse Colorado’s spectacular Elk Mountains. NOTE: for 2012 the start will be 11:00PM at Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

The course is based on the mail routes of the 1880's, connecting the two towns. In this extreme endurance event, racers will climb more than 7,800 vertical feet and navigate in a self-supported backcountry race that tests them physically and mentally. To maintain safety in the backcountry, racers compete in teams of two and are required to carry mandatory gear. Held annually since 1998, it’s earned a reputation as a true test of toughness for elite local, national and international athletes.

Come visit us at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

 

Cisitzens Race Series- Starting December 15, 2012

Mountain Store Citizens Race Series

The Citizens Race Series is competitive and fun for all ages and abilities. Races are held at scenic locations within our groomed trail network. Beginning with 10km and 20km lengths in early December, race distances increase up to 30km leading up to the Alley Loop in early February. Point totals are recorded, based on participation, in order to crown champions and receive great schwag at the end of the season. Please join us for these great training and social races!

Cost: $12.00 Adults / $10.00 Members / $2 Children under 12
Register at Nordic Center before 9:30am. Races start at 10am sharp.  Location TBA.
Race venues are subject to weather and conditions. Venues will be posted at the Nordic Center the week of each race.

Race Dates 2012-13

December 15, 10k or 20k Classic/Skate Race
December 22, 10k or 20k Classic/Skate Race
January 5, 15K Skiathalon
January 12, 15k or 30k Classic/Skate Race
January 19, 15k or 30k Classic/Skate Race & Awards Party

Race Results 2011-12

December 11, Uphill Results
December 17, 10k Skate Results

January 7, 15k Skiathalon – Revised to a 9k , 9k Skiathalon Results

January 14, - 20k Classic Results

January 21, 20K Skate Results




Come visit us at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

Elk Mountain Grand Traverse- March 29, 2013

Elk Mountain Grand Traverse by Outdoor Research and Dynafit

The 16th Annual GORE-TEX® Elk Mountains Grand Traverse will be held on Friday March 29, 2013!

The Grand Traverse is an extraordinary 40-mile backcountry ski race between the towns of Crested Butte and Aspen, CO. Depending on weather, the start is usually at midnight from Crested Butte, often in sub-zero temperatures; the racers traverse Colorado’s spectacular Elk Mountains. NOTE: for 2012 the start will be 11:00PM at Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

The course is based on the mail routes of the 1880's, connecting the two towns. In this extreme endurance event, racers will climb more than 7,800 vertical feet and navigate in a self-supported backcountry race that tests them physically and mentally. To maintain safety in the backcountry, racers compete in teams of two and are required to carry mandatory gear. Held annually since 1998, it’s earned a reputation as a true test of toughness for elite local, national and international athletes.

Come visit us at Great Crested Butte Lodging!

 

Nordic Center Opening! November 17, 2012

The Crested Butte Nordic Center is a full-service cross-country ski center providing professional lessons and complete rental packages for skate and classical skiing, as well as ice skating, snowshoeing, and sledding. The Nordic Center maintains more than 50 kilometers of groomed trails via three trailheads, around the scenic outskirts of Crested Butte a quaint Victorian mining town and National Historic District. Our trails, groomed for both classic and skate skiing, can accommodate all ability levels - novice to advanced.

Come visit us at Great Crested Butte Lodging!