Gear Review & Tech Talk
What’s new in ski equipment and apparel technology? Granite Chief will keep you informed with the ski industry’s latest innovations and how to use them to make you a better consumer and a ripping skier.
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Thank you for flying McConkey Airlines
Had to steal this from Bruce Hara's fb. Funny man Bruce, pull my finger. -
Tahoe Trail Running Series
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Tahoe Locals Favorite | Beautiful Shirley Canyon
By Tyler Delumyea The hiking season is upon us! It’s that time of year to get those dusty old hiking shoes, grab your best hiking bud and hit the trails! We all have our favorite trails here at the Chief, but I’ll give you a run down on one of our personal favorites, Shirley Canyon. This hike is quite possibly... -
Black Diamond ReVolt, Backpacker Magazine's Editors' Choice Award
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Squaw Valley Preparatory...is it a ski academy?
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Great Article On Snowbrains.com: Top 10 Bike Parks in North America
Those of you not familiar with Snowbrains.com, you should get familiar...A great blog operated by local Tahoe fun seekers and adventure brainiacs. Check out this article written by Jesse Cassidy rating the top 10 bike parks. Northstar makes the list at number 3, too bad Squaw isn't in the game, a Squaw bike park could be sick... Jesse's list would... -
Don't Miss Out On Great Savings...Memorial Day Parking Lot Sale
May 25th thru 27th . Saturday thru Monday . 10am to 6pm The entire Memorial Day Weekend our parking lot will be full of great merchandise at big discounts! Ski Equipment, Skiwear, Footwear, Sportswear, and more. Stop by and say hi and grab up some bargains. While you're there checkout our kayak and SUP rental fleet. -
A Different Type of Snowbird
In Search of the Endless Winter by Jessie Cassidy Every autumn in the high alpine regions of the country the leaves begin to turn, the air becomes cooler, crisper, and snow eventually begins to coat the high peaks. For many in these mountainous regions this brings excitement as thoughts of the ensuing winter fill the heads of these winter enthusiasts... -
SIT-ON-TOP KAYAKS VERSES SIT-INSIDE KAYAKS
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SUP YOGA maximizes balance and strength
What is SUP yoga and can your skiing benefit from added strength and balance? If not for skiing, is there a more calming place for a yoga moment?