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Mogul Skiing News: 10/24/07 Ski Sundown Strengthens its Commitment to Mogul Skiing
NEW HARTFORD, CT - Connecticut locals' favorite
mogul hill, Ski Sundown (www.skisundown.com),
has recently strengthened their commitment
to providing
with Sundown's Mountain Operations Manager,
Chris Sullivan earlier this week. Blasko provided feedback about last year's mogul offerings, and Sullivan responded with some promising
intentions for this season.
As reported by Blasko, Sullivan said that they plan to seed their bumps a little tighter on their pre-built bump runs, Nor'Easter, allowing for quality zipperlining. He also said they'd like to seed the bumps on Nor'Easter further down the trail for a longer overall run. Aside from Nor'Easter, Sundown occassionally seeds bumps on Temptor and skiers' right on Exhibition.
Another improvement Sundown skiers can expect this year is wide dispersal snowmaking to refresh the bumps whenever possible, rather than knocking the tops off the bumps or grooming them out.
Air junkies will be pleased this season, as Sullivan noted that he wouldn't be opposed to building a kicker or two in the seeded bumps as the season progresses. Not many areas offer well-constructed kickers on bump runs, so Sundown may become a hot place for recreational bumpers to practice mogul aerials.
Finally, Sullivan reported, they would be willing to pursue the idea of hosting an amateur mogul competition, an event sure to draw many of New Englands' finest mogul fanatics. The comp would likely be held on Temptor, due to the appropriate pitch and length for a bump course.
Overall, the message Chris Sullivan had to report is very positive for the sport of mogul skiing. Seeing a direct commitment from ski area managers is one of the keys to furthering appreciation for and participation in the sport. Sullivan is leading the way, setting the standard for other New England ski area operators.
As reported by Blasko, Sullivan said that they plan to seed their bumps a little tighter on their pre-built bump runs, Nor'Easter, allowing for quality zipperlining. He also said they'd like to seed the bumps on Nor'Easter further down the trail for a longer overall run. Aside from Nor'Easter, Sundown occassionally seeds bumps on Temptor and skiers' right on Exhibition.
Another improvement Sundown skiers can expect this year is wide dispersal snowmaking to refresh the bumps whenever possible, rather than knocking the tops off the bumps or grooming them out.
Air junkies will be pleased this season, as Sullivan noted that he wouldn't be opposed to building a kicker or two in the seeded bumps as the season progresses. Not many areas offer well-constructed kickers on bump runs, so Sundown may become a hot place for recreational bumpers to practice mogul aerials.
Finally, Sullivan reported, they would be willing to pursue the idea of hosting an amateur mogul competition, an event sure to draw many of New Englands' finest mogul fanatics. The comp would likely be held on Temptor, due to the appropriate pitch and length for a bump course.
Overall, the message Chris Sullivan had to report is very positive for the sport of mogul skiing. Seeing a direct commitment from ski area managers is one of the keys to furthering appreciation for and participation in the sport. Sullivan is leading the way, setting the standard for other New England ski area operators.
Patrick Torsell can be reached at admin@mogulskiing.net
Check out some video of Alpinezone forum members enjoying the bumps at Ski Sundown:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=g075nqlCgcQ
http://youtube.com/watch?v=g075nqlCgcQ
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