Inside Edge: Space is limited, register for Junior Race Series today
Schweitzer finally got that long awaited snowfall. Midway, Musical Chairs and the Magic Carpet are now running, but that’s it. Keep up those snow dances so operations can be expanded.
(Photo courtesy of SCHWEITZER MOUNTAIN RESORT)
Schweitzer finally got that long awaited snowfall. Unfortunately, it was accompanied by high winds, so the ridges were scrubbed clean. Midway, Musical Chairs and the Magic Carpet are now running, but that’s it.
Independence Junior Race Series — Whether you are experienced or have never raced before, this series is for you. Last year’s program was a huge success and we expect more than 70% of the kids to return.
The racers will be organized into teams. Each team will have two coaches. The first day (Friday, Jan. 7) will be a coached, "learn to race" clinic followed by timed runs through the NASTAR course.
The following three Friday evenings (Jan. 14, 21 and 28) will center on the race course, with some coaching on the side. Awards are based upon percent improvement. Each member of the winning team receives medals and everyone gets a neat T-shirt at the final party. The goal is to have fun and make friends.
A great deal at a very low price ($45). Registration is limited to 80 kids, so act now! Registration forms are available at the Alpine Shop, online at www.independenceracing.com, or contact Shep Snow at 208-290-6370 for additional information.
World Cup — Mikaela Shiffrin led all U.S. racers in the first of two super-G’s at St. Moritz, Switzerland. She nailed down the bronze, followed by Breezy Johnson in 12th. Shiffrin actually tied for the second fastest time — 0.18 seconds off the pace — but due to start order tie-breaking rules was moved to third.
On Sunday, Shiffrin repeated with another bronze, her 111th podium in 200 World Cup starts — amazing! Johnson was in the points as well, capturing 24th.
On the men’s side, River Radamus was the only U.S. racer in the giant slalom points at Val d’Isere, finishing 13th. Luke Winters was the only U.S. man in the points for slalom, finishing 25th.
Potpourri — Any comments, recommendations or contributions to this column may be sent to Shep Snow by email at shep@thesnowschool.com. Negative feedback should be sent to someone else.