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The Winter Olympics is Summit County Winter Sports

Winter OlympicsThe winter Olympics start today!  So many of the winter sports are some of the things we do every day here in Summit County.  Things like alpine and cross country skiing, snowboarding, & riding the rails & the half pipe.  We also have many of the past, present & future Olympians pass through town as they compete in their specific events hosted at our local ski resorts.  Many of us have had the opportunity to watch these amazing athletes compete in person.

Get a Better Understanding

Winter sports, really all sports, are always more interesting to watch when you have an understanding of the game and can understand the strategies and skills involved.  Lindsey Vonn skis slalom at around 80 mph.  We don’t generally clock ourselves skiing but with an app on his phone, my husband clocked his speed down one really fast run to see how fast he could ski.  He said he was going just over 50 mph.  There’s no way I would have wanted to or could have kept up.  Based on that, I’m guessing, at my fastest ever I may hit 30 mph, maybe.  Lindsey Vonn goes 80.  Knowing what 30 feels like gives me so much more appreciation for not only what she does, but how fast she does it.

Half Pipe Appreciation

WoodwardI have a better appreciation for those athletes that ride the half pipe, getting amazing air and doing tricks.  I have skied the half pipe.  You won’t see me getting air or even coming close to the top of the pipe.  The momentum you get going from one side to the other is so amazing.  The steep and icy sides that are so high are absolutely crazy.  If you haven’t taken a run down the half pipe, you should put it on your bucket list.  At Copper Mountain, if there isn’t an event or practice happening, anyone can ride the pipe.  I urge you to go down it.  Go only as high up the sides as you feel comfortable.  Feel the speed you build as you slide from one side of the pipe to the other.  Notice how the sides tower over you.  Understand the control & skill these athletes must possess to fly beyond the top, spin around in the air, and land back on the steep sides without wiping out.

Try Winter Sports

While you’re at it, give some of the other Olympic sports a try.  If you’ve got the guts, check out Woodward at Copper Mountain.  There you can safely launch yourself off a ramp, do an in air trick, and land in a foam pit, all while strapped into your skis or board.  Or go a little milder and strap on the skinny skis and head out into the woods or to one of the local Nordic Centers.  There is one in Keystone, Frisco and Breckenridge.  You may be amazed how different it is from alpine skiing, and appreciate how much energy you exert just to go across a long, flat stretch.

Summit County offers the opportunities to enjoy all these winter sports and so much more.  The fun to be had in both winter and summer is endless.  Get out and enjoy yourself in Summit County.  You’ll be glad you did.

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Passage Point at Copper Mountain

Jason was very patient with us and was dedicated to helping us find the right property for our family’s needs.  During the closing process he was very knowledgeable , and a great communicator so that we knew what would happen at every step.  Wasn’t always available when we had time to see properties.

Colleen from Colorado January 17, 2017

Condo in Keystone

Meredith was very friendly, professional and knowledgeable.  She always returned phone calls promptly and provided information beyond expectation.

Steve & Mary from Colorado June 9, 2017

River Mountain Lodge in Breckenridge

Everything they did was GREAT! We will definitely use them again when the time comes.

Lou & Lori from Pennsylvania June 9, 2017

Lake Haus Condo

The Mountain Living Team was extremely prompt and efficient throughout the sales process. They were very friendly and personable in our interactions with our renter. As a non-resident second home owner, we needed help selling our Summit County condo. The Mountain Living Team were excellent.  They know the Summit County market very well and priced

Rex & Sherri from Colorado August 2, 2017

Single Family Home in Dillon

The negotiating skills you brought to the table to ensure we got the best price for our home were exceptional! Thank you Jason and Meredith you both have made our transition so much easier and having you both working on our behalf was very comforting.

Shane from California September 16, 2017

Royal Glen in Frisco

Never had any contact with Jason but Meredith went above and beyond helping us in selling our townhome. It was a bumpy start and somewhat bumpy finish due to the buyer but she handled it like a Pro! We will miss Frisco and wish you all the best. Happy Holiday and Thank you

Diane & John from Florida November 15, 2017

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Once again, we greatly appreciated all you do for your clients! We definitely appreciate the special care and attentiveness you provide in both the process of buying and selling a property.

Lillian & Kai-Peter from Washington December 22, 2017

Breckenridge home

Meredith was almost always available on short notice.

Bob from Missouri December 27, 2017

Home in Keystone

You were amazing. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. (Most impressed with) The speed with which questions were answered and the quality time taken to do so. The fact that the relationship does not end once the purchase has been made.

Alexi from Colorado January 26, 2018

Breckenridge Home

Meredith worked hard to understand what we were looking for and was patient with our search. Her knowledge of Summit County area was super helpful in guiding us to areas we may find a good fit.  I always felt that Meredith had the time for us during our search, selling of a lot and purchase of

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