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Helly Hansen Big Mountain Battle - 2009

Helly Hansen Big Mountain Battle - 2009

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Helly Hansen Big Mountain Battle - 2009

Looking to slay it in the Helly Hansen Big Mountain Battle? You’ve come to the right place. Teams of two will take on the Helly Hansen Big Mountain Battle (courses designed by Helly Hansen and Backcountry.com athlete Chris Davenport) and compete for an all-expense-paid trip to the final Battle in the Bowls on March 29 in Aspen/Snowmass. The Battle begins at 10 am. Each team (ski, snowboard, or mixed) must complete the hikes that will be scouted by Chris Davenport. Dori Poles (bamboo poles) will be placed at the top and bottom of each hike and participants will need to go through in order for their hike or run to count. The top three teams with the best times to complete the hikes and complete the course and checkpoints will be awarded prizes. Participants will be using a Flaik GPS device to track everything. Teams can ski anywhere once they have completed the designated bowls for extra points.

There will also be other categories any team can win after completing the designated bowls; Fastest Hike, Most Vertical, Most Runs and Most Lift Rides.

Official after party after the event with beers donated by Rogue Beer (for those old enough to indulge). Cost is $75 per team, plus the cost of lift tickets, which will be available at discount for all competitors the day of. Flaik GPS’s will be providing real time stats on each team, and each participant will receive a Helly Hansen Lifa piece. Registration is limited to 100 teams per date, so lock down your spot. Approximately 48 hours after purchasing your selected location, you will receive an email from Backcountry.com with a link to finish your registration. This registration page must be completed in order to participate. If you do not see this email in your inbox, please check your spam folder as it may have automatically been deflected there. All racers will be given a race number they need to wear during the comp. This item is not returnable or exchangeable, all sales final; this item is excluded from discounts.

Bottom Line: Prepare for Battle.

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thanks, i do see that now just wondering since one review i read

thanks, i do see that now just wondering since one review i read said there were lots of traverses. it does look like fun! hopefully we can get a day of spot. just hoping i dont slow my partner down =)

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March 13, 2009

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Yeah, snowboarders are allowed to enter. Says it in brackets in the first paragraph.

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March 13, 2009

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What type of gear is designated for this event can you use randonee

What type of gear is designated for this event can you use randonee gear or do you have to use downhill gear.

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March 12, 2009

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Hi,I see I can't buy this online anymore for Stevens Pass.

Hi,I see I can't buy this online anymore for Stevens Pass. I'm a little worried registering the day of the race because it may sell out. Any suggestions?Thanks,Joel

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March 12, 2009

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Register day of, Marc from Helly Hansen says he is expecting quite a few day of registrants... why don't you be one of them? The event is killer.***Smugglers Notch Day of Registration info***Registration is open on race day from 8am to 9:30 and will be held at the Madonna Sterling Base Lodge. Be there early to plan your attack on the course. Event starts at 10am.

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March 16, 2009

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what level of ability, expert only?

what level of ability, expert only?

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March 12, 2009

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Having doen the race and depending on snow condition some of the race would be classfied and expert. if you are solid intermediate you might be fine.

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March 17, 2009

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How will waiting in the liftline be taken into account? The lifts

How will waiting in the liftline be taken into account? The lifts here at Smuggs are pretty slow and Saturdays tend to be the busiest day.

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March 6, 2009

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Write your answer here... Chad, sorry for the delay in replying. Registered competitors will bypass the regular liftline.

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March 12, 2009

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Write your question here...Can employees of the host resort compete

Write your question here...Can employees of the host resort compete in the event? I am a manager at Smuggs and our PR department told us about this event, asked us to promote it, and told us to visit this site. I am happy to promote it, however I need to know who can participate.

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March 5, 2009

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Hey Deb, you can totally take part in the event. We are offering 1/2 price for mountain employees. you can sign up on event day and just show us your employee pass to receive your discount.Spread the word! Smuggs is the final stop before the Battle in the Bowls in Aspen. We want to make Smuggs the biggest stop of the series.Thanks for your email and please let me know if you have any other questions.

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March 14, 2009

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Hey, How will the comp be judjed at Smuggs? Will it simply be

Hey, How will the comp be judjed at Smuggs? Will it simply be the fastest line from top to bottom or will their be judges placed around to rank us on our steeze as we rip up the slopes in style? And is only boot packing allowed, or can we skin up?Thanks,Dan

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March 3, 2009

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The comp will be judged by GPS. There will be checkpoints laid out throughout the mountain, designated lifts, runs and hikes you will need to do before coming into the finish. we will track everyone in real time by Flaik GPS.There won't be anyone at checkpoints or at the top or bottom of runs to watch you, we will be watching from the computer. Boot packing will be the way to go.See you there Dan

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March 5, 2009

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Hello Chris Davenport - TEXat Stevens Pass will there be boot

Hello Chris Davenport - TEXat Stevens Pass will there be boot track hiking or skinning? Is this a race for snowboarders, they do a randonee rally at Stevens - this sounds much different. ? What sort of loop at Stevens could we expect to see as part of the course?

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February 25, 2009

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Hey JS, Here is what I can tell you about the event without giving too much of the surprise away. The hike will be boot pack, snowboarders are welcome and this is nothing like a randonee.There will be designated checkpoints, hikes, lifts and runs that you must complete to finish the course. it will all be tracked by real time GPS.I hope this answers your questions. Looking forward to seeing you out at Stevens next weekend.Thanks JS

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March 5, 2009

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how long is the event start to finish. thanks

how long is the event start to finish. thanks

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February 25, 2009

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Between 2-4 hours at the first stop, Squaw Valley... each stop will be a bit different but expect the times to be about the same.Hey Ross, Marc here from Helly Hansen. Josh is right in his statement above but I thought that I would elaborate on it a bit. The comp is 4 hours in length but if you can get to all the designated checkpoints, lift rides, runs and hikes faster, then you can finish before the 4 hours are up.

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March 5, 2009

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so my teammate and i accidentally both paid for a registration,

so my teammate and i accidentally both paid for a registration, is there any way one of us can get a refund?

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February 24, 2009

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Get on Live Chat and ask.

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February 24, 2009

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I just learned of the event, is it too late to sign up? when

I just learned of the event, is it too late to sign up? when exactly does the event begin, and end?

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February 19, 2009

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You can sign up day of at the resorts between 9a and 10a.

By: Backcountry.com Employee
February 20, 2009

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how many on a team?

how many on a team?

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February 18, 2009

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These are teams of 2!!

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February 19, 2009

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Are there age divisions?

Are there age divisions?

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February 15, 2009

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No age divisions, just who can complete the selected runs and check points the quickest, as well as the most vertical drop and most runs skied, and most lift rides.

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February 17, 2009

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Shall we assume with all the snow Squaw is getting that we will

Shall we assume with all the snow Squaw is getting that we will be post holing up hill?

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February 13, 2009

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Nope, the hikes are really short and there should be boot packs already in!

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February 17, 2009

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Does anybody know when the deadlines are for each event??

Does anybody know when the deadlines are for each event??

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February 7, 2009

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The online deadline for each event is the Wednesday before each event, you can also register day of at the mountain.

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February 9, 2009

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Can you sign up for the Aspen/Snowmass race or do you have to

Can you sign up for the Aspen/Snowmass race or do you have to qualify at one of the previous events?

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February 5, 2009

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Aspen is actually handling the registration for the Battle of the Bowls

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February 13, 2009

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Is there a course layout prior to the day of the battle?

Is there a course layout prior to the day of the battle?

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January 27, 2009

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Marc here from Helly Hansen. We like to keep it a surprise for the morning of so that everyone has the same time to plan out their day. registration is open from 8am to 9:30am so the earlier you get there on event day the more time you'll have to plan out you day.

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March 5, 2009

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Is there a separate ladies division?

Is there a separate ladies division?

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January 25, 2009

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there is a men's, a ladies', and a mixed division... as well as divisions for ski, snowboard, and mixed.Marc here from Helly Hansen. There is, for this year, only one division, Open. Until the event grows we are just going to have the one division. This event is not just about speed, it's about being smart with you plan of the most efficient route around the mountain to get all the checkpoints, lifts, runs and hikes.

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March 5, 2009

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