Vol 40 #4
published week of December 19
subscriber copies deliver Dec. 19 – 30
on newsstands January 4, 2012
FEATURES
PARK & FLY
Ski Canada’s team of twintip testers played all over the mountain to show off this category’s versatility.
Written by Ron Betts
A BITE WITH DAVE BROWNLIE
Whistler Blackcomb’s CEO goes beyond the ropes with Ski Canada.
By Tobias c. van Veen
BEST OF SKIING IN CANADA
Our annual look at what’s so great about skiing at home.
Compiled by Leslie Woit
ME, JACK AND MR. SQUINCH
A B.C. native, a Kiwi and a Brit fondly recall their days (and nights) spent skiing Quebec.
By Tobias c. van Veen
4-Day Road
An excellent adventure is easy when you include Monashee Powder, Red Mountain and Whitewater.
By Iain MacMillan
POSTCARDS FROM GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN
Marty McLennan shares some moments from his visit to the 2011 FIS Wor d Championships in Germany’s premier ski town.
BAGGING VICTORIA
Louise’s most iconic and daunting peak has been skied by few.
By Kevin Hjertaas
REGULARS
FIRST TRACKS
Driven to distraction
By Iain MacMillan
YOUR RUN
Opening our mail bag.
SHORT TURNS
News, gossip and racy photos.
CROSSHAIRS
A skiers’ gallery.
WESTERN VIEW
Cat vs. heli: we all win
By George Koch