The Telluride Ski Resort this week announced the long-awaited expansion into Revelation Bowl for the 2008-09 winter season. Construction of a new Leitner-Poma quad chairlift will take place this summer, running 800 vertical feet from the base of Revelation Bowl to the Gold Hill ridge.
The new bowl sits at a northeast aspect accessible from the top of Telluride’s existing Gold Hill quad lift and the new Revelation quad. From the top of the Revelation lift, skiers will be able to choose ridgelines in either direction, offering steeper pitches and rock features on the far sides of the powder bowl.
The heart of the bowl offers an expanse of rolling, advanced terrain with a groomed path for cruising.
Parkinson’s ride returns.
Following a successful first year as the Carter Lake Classic in May 2007, the Road to Victory Bicycle Classic Ride for Parkinson’s research and education is set for Saturday. The name has changed, but the mission is the same.
Created to raise awareness for Parkinson’s and raise contributions to the the local Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson’s, the cycling tour passes through Boulder County on scenic 36-mile or 60- mile routes, followed by a postride celebration at the Boulder Beer Co. start-finish area at 2880 Wilderness Place in Boulder. Two lucky winners will take home new bikes from the postevent raffle, while everyone enjoys free Boulder beer and food from Old Chicago. Registration fee is $65, with net proceeds benefiting the Davis Phinney Foundation (www.davisphinneyfoundation.com). Register at .
Climbers to fight cancer.
The HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation will host its second Colorado Climb4Life on June 14. The fundraiser, aimed to help stop ovarian cancer through an attempt to raise $50,000, is centered on community, celebrating wellness, challenging yourself and giving back. It is open to women, men and children; no climbing experience necessary. Expert guides from Colorado Mountain School and well-known climbers from across the country will be on hand to lead climbs. The event includes a raffle, Hang Time party, yoga, massage and plenty of food.
Register at www.climb4lifeco08.kintera.org.
Petrella wins 5K.
Denver resident Jocelyn Petrella, 28, claimed the 5K title at last week’s Aflac Iron Girl Denver Run/Walk at City Park.
The event drew more than 670 girls and women, ranging in ages from 6 to 75 and from 17 states. Petrella’s winning time of 17 minutes, 22 seconds outpaced runner-up Noelle Green, 43, who finished in 17:59. Erika Ross, 20, also of Denver, was third in 18:23. Running under the name “The Goozles,” Ellie Webb and Karen Okamoto made up the fastest mother-daughter team, finishing in 45:47.
Scott Willoughby, The Denver Post
