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Walchhofer wins by closest possible margin
Date Posted: 28 Dec 2006Austrian skier Michael Walchhofer snatched a thrilling victory in the men's World Cup downhill in Bormio, Italy, today.The downhill champion of the past two seasons could not have provided a more thrilling finale as he won by just one-hundredth of a second.Walchhofer's time of one minute 51.90 secon...
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Big Day Out at Val d'Isere
Date Posted: 15 Dec 2006One of the highlights of the snowboard calendar will take place at the end of February, as the famous Xbox Big Day Out celebrates its tenth birthday in Val d'Isere.The Big Day Out boasts a great line-up of some of the world's best snowboard and ski freestylers, having dazzled spectators for a decade...
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Grindelwald's winter
Date Posted: 08 Dec 2006Anyone thinking about taking a ski holiday in Grindelwald this winter will have plenty to look forward to as the Swiss resort has an action-packed season lined up.One of the highlights will be the famous World Snow Festival, taking place from January 15th to 20th, during which teams attempt to build...
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Grindelwald great for families
Date Posted: 21 Nov 2006Ski holidays in Grindelwald could be a great choice for families looking to hit the slopes this ski season following the introduction of speed restrictions on one of its runs.The new initiative, launched at the Swiss resort last season, means there is a safer, gentler area for your younger children ...
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Saas-Fee hosts Snowboard World Cup start
Date Posted: 20 Nov 2006People thinking of taking a ski holiday in Kitzbuhel will be delighted to hear that there is now another reason to visit the Austrian resort.A hotel made entirely of ice has been built at the resort, with an igloo lounge, a church and a children's fun park all thrown in as well.The hotel can sleep u...