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Cathedral Peak – 13,953 ft.

Cathedral Peak – 13,953 ft.

May 24, 2008

We hooked up with a gang of friends from town and headed up to Cathedral Lake. Our goal was the Pearl Couloir of Cathedral, an area classic and sweet objective by itself. At the top of the couloir however, Christy and I would continue on up and over to Cathedral’s true summit, and ski it’s Southeast Face.

Mount Sopris

Mount Sopris

May 10, 2008

The rando guys will lead the charge The weather outlook wasn’t promising. In fact, the forecast looked so bad for Saturday morning we thought we might not be able to ski at all. Then I came across some interesting info at the 5 Point Film festival. It turns out a local Carbondale guy was setting up a “friendly” race up Mount Sopris (12,953 ft.) that morning and that there would be nearly twenty participants marching...

Coronation Day – Len Shoemaker Peak – 13,631 ft.

Coronation Day – Len Shoemaker Peak – 13,631 ft.

May 6, 2008

I skied Len Shoemaker Peak back in 2008 with some legendary locals.

Pyramid & Castle

Pyramid & Castle

Apr 30, 2008

Skiing Pyramid and Castle over two days in 2008.

Pyramid Peak Ski Descent – 4.28.08

Pyramid Peak Ski Descent – 4.28.08

Apr 28, 2008

Glen on the summit. Route: East Face Team: Ted, John Morrison, Glen Poulsen All Chris Davenport said was that two of his friends, who get after it around Tahoe and the Sierras, were coming to town and looking to ski, and that they were going to call Neal and me. Oh and one more thing, they crushed him (Chris) on Mount Williamson, a 14er in California, last month. Hmm, that’s something you never...

Willow Peak – 13,336 ft.

Willow Peak – 13,336 ft.

Apr 26, 2008

Just getting caught up here on the backlogged trips thus far- this was a great one we had on Sunday, April 26. Forgoing what was the 4th ‘official’ ski area closing day(after all the season extensions), a rather large group of us tested the limitations of modern snowmobiles and headed up the Maroon Creek Road to ski Willow Peak. John Doyle and Kirk sacrificed the machines to get Pierre and Andre Wille, Sean, Christy,...

The East Face of Thunder Pyramid – 13,832 ft.

The East Face of Thunder Pyramid – 13,832 ft.

Apr 20, 2008

This was nothing short of a spectacular day. Chris Davenport and I agreed that skiing Thunder Pyramid’s steep Southeast Face was one of our favorite steep lines in all of the Elk Mountains.

Capitol Peak Ski Descent – 4.20.08

Capitol Peak Ski Descent – 4.20.08

Apr 20, 2008

After the steep finish to the ridge the exposure stayed high. We gained this upper section at the saddle in the center of the photo, it’s a burly finish and a committing ski. Route: West Face Team: Ted, Al Beyer “I’m an architect, I like to think outside the box.” That was Al’s reasoning as to why we should try to ski Capitol Peak from the west, knowing that to...

Castle Peak North Couloir Ski Descent – 10.15.06

Castle Peak North Couloir Ski Descent – 10.15.06

Oct 15, 2006

Another great early season ski day on Castle Peak.

Castle-Conundrum Ski Descent – 10.11.06

Castle-Conundrum Ski Descent – 10.11.06

Oct 11, 2006

A great day skiing Castle and Conundrum peaks.

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Not very deep, but figured it was worth a look 🏔️⛷️☀️❄️🙏 and always worth it to get out with friends. 

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Two guys, just happy to be here 😁 We had nothin Two guys, just happy to be here 😁 We had nothing to prove, only to reaffirm that we still love lining up for a race 🏁 and that after terrible recent injuries (Neal), and a couple of replaced joints (me), we could still put on a race bib, head out on a course, and cross a finish line with big smiles, feeling good about it all. 🏆 🙏 😁 🤘🏼 What’s next @nealbeidleman? #grateful
Thank you 🙏 Hokkaido 🇯🇵🏔️⛷️😄 Thank you 🙏 Hokkaido 🇯🇵🏔️⛷️😄 what an amazing adventure. We’re already laying out plans to go back! See you soon. ❄️❄️❄️ 

#backcountryskiing #japan #hokkaido #niseko #alwaysgo @aspenchristy @kastle_usa #forskiers
And it’s back to winter ❄️🤩👍 @aspenchr And it’s back to winter ❄️🤩👍 @aspenchristy #hokkaido #backcountryskiing 🙏🇯🇵

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The hashtag #japantan 🌞 will be used in place o The hashtag #japantan 🌞 will be used in place of #japow until the storm train resumes! 😆 snow is coming… they say… but for now we enjoy the sun and the awesome touring. 😬🤞❄️🙏⛷️🇯🇵
Finally made it to Hokkaido! Off to a good start o Finally made it to Hokkaido! Off to a good start on day one with a summit of Mt Yotei! 🇯🇵🙏🏔️😁 fortunate to be able to get up on this local classic while we eagerly wait for the next snow to arrive! ❄️❄️❄️❄️🤞 #skijapan #hokkaido #niseko @nisekojapan @aspenchristy @kastle_usa
So simple yet so 👌 So simple yet so 👌
Sometimes timing is everything… as we topped out Sometimes timing is everything… as we topped out on Tarija Peak 🏔️ we knew instantly how special it was to be there at that fleeting moment in time— as the sun crested the horizon 🌄with the low clouds over the Amazon rainforest to the east, and our summit objective, Pequeno Alpamayo framing the background. Any earlier or later, and it could have been missed. 

It wasn’t our plan to be at that spot at that moment, it just worked out that way. Happy to see our friends at @stio thought it was worthy of a two-page spread in their recent “Deep Winter 2025” catalog! 🙏😁 

#alwaysgo #bolivia #mountainclimbing #cordillerareal #andes #sunrise #lettheoutsidein @boliviadiscovery @delia_pari_ @aspenchristy
The Maroon Bells, stunning from every angle 🤩🏔️💪 #14ers #maroonbells
🤯 That was amazing - thank you @cmh_heli for an 🤯 That was amazing - thank you @cmh_heli for another memorable trip 🇨🇦🙏⛷️👍🚁😁❄️🎿 #cmhheli #valemount #heliskiing 🤘🏼
Photos and words barely capture the experience up Photos and words barely capture the experience up here at @cmh_heli ⛷️❄️🤩 🇨🇦it’s been such a great week with friends, snow, and unbelievable skiing! 🚁🤘🏼🎿😁 @cmh_valemount #canada #cariboos
It’s easier to sleep in, but where’s the fun i It’s easier to sleep in, but where’s the fun in that? 😃💪🐛⛷️ @aspenchristy @aspensnowmass #alwaysgo #uphill @kastle_usa #forskiers
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What a journey - over a lot of years! One thing re What a journey - over a lot of years! One thing remains consistent @tedmahon and #alwaysgo 🏃‍♀️❤️🙏 Back in the day, we had no idea what the Six Star Medal even was, but Chicago, Boston, NYC, Berlin, (and others) - seemed like cool places and courses to check out. Then throw in the discovery of trail running and ultramarathons, and it would take a little while to get back to New York again, London, and Tokyo. Feeling grateful for the opportunity to experience all six World Marathon Majors with so many friends and family along the way 💞So much support, laughter, challenges, and inspiration 🙏 And just what I needed right now, people from all over the world 🌍 coming together for one goal and to do their best, showing kindness, encouragement, and resilience at every step. 🙏🏃‍♀️⭐️✔️❤️ #SixStars #goals #WorldMarathonMajors #Grateful #runningcommunity @wmmajors #tokyo #London #NYC #Berlin #chicago #Boston #20thmarathon #25yearsinthemaking
Gliding into spring ❄️☀️ A lazy Sunday str Gliding into spring ❄️☀️ A lazy Sunday stroll on skis, basking in the warm sun while golden eagles soar overhead. The air smells like change and the mountains feel alive! No rush, no goals—just the rhythm of skis slowly sliding forward. #SpringSkiing #LazyTurns #GoldenEagle #MountainMagic #Sundayservice #lettheoutsidein @stio @kastle_usa @tedmahon
Rainy morning Tokyo run ☔️ Feeling the divine Rainy morning Tokyo run ☔️ Feeling the divine power of these trees 🌳 and the gratitude toward the deities honored at the Meiji Jingu Shrine. Big Barrels of sake and incredible burgundy. Joined the busiest crosswalk in the world and had our best dinner of the trip at Kaikaya by the Sea. Most importantly, caught up with our good friend and artist @yutakasone! ✨🐱✨
Returning to Tokyo in a few weeks for the Tokyo Marathon 🇯🇵🛖- staying the Asakusa neighborhood is anyone as any tips!
A rare sun ☀️ weather window in Hokkaido follo A rare sun ☀️ weather window in Hokkaido followed by a few days of traditional Japow ❄️allowed us to have such a unique trip for three summit loving, grateful pow skiers from Colorado! We were able to summit Mount Yotei, Iwaonupuri (NE Couloir), Shirebetsu, Weisshorn, and Shirakaba-yama. Some with blue skies and incredible views, some with amazing soft powder. Most were followed by traditional onsen experiences off the beaten path, and a nightly adventure sampling the local food in Kutchan. Managed a couple fun on piste days as well. Not your typical Japan weather but worked out perfect for us! We’ll be back! ⛷️☀️🇯🇵🌋🍲 🛖 ❄️#hokkiado #alwaysgo #japantan #japow #whatevertheweather #lettheputsidein #forskiers @stio @kastle_usa @tedmahon
Taking advantage of a rare weather window to ski o Taking advantage of a rare weather window to ski one of Japan’s most iconic volcanos Mount Yotei, near Niseko! One way to shake off some jet leg and get incredible views of the Sea of Japan, Lake Toya, Rusutsu, and the countryside. Followed up with a soak in a local onsen and fresh Hokkaido sushi. 👍🏾 🍣 🏔️ 💦 ⛷️ ❄️ 🇯🇵 @tedmahon @stio @kastle_usa #skijapan
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Our mountain community feels immense gratitude for Our mountain community feels immense gratitude for the snow and cold temperatures this weekend, but our hearts are heavy and with our friends in LA who are facing devastating wildfires. 💔🔥

As we enjoy the beauty of winter, it is not lost on us that the effects of climate will also have devastating consequences on our mountain communities. Sending love, strength, and support to those affected and to the firefighters and first responders working so hard to protect communities. @stio @kastle_usa #CommunityStrong #WildfireRelief #LAWildfires #MountainLove #Letsadressclimate
It was an American Three-Toed Woodpecker kind of d It was an American Three-Toed Woodpecker kind of day! It’s hard to slow down during this time between the winter solstice and New Year, especially in a resort town, but trying to make space for moments like these. Winter forest bathing and seeing an uncommon yellow headed woodpecker (not our photo) #wintersolstice #happynewyear #reflections #lightness #darkness #backyardadventures #alwaysbebirding #letheoutsidein @stio @kastle_usa
Twas a warm, sunny Christmas morning skin to @bonn Twas a warm, sunny Christmas morning skin to @bonniesaspen for breakfast. When out came a white snowy squall and a powdery Christmas ski day was given to us all! ❄️🎿 Here’s to snowy adventures, fresh air, and the best gift of all—time together in nature. Wishing everyone a magical Christmas from the mountains! ✨🎄✨#happyholidays #lettheoutsidein #souloftheearth @stio @kastle_usa @aspensnowmass
A Winter Solstice to remember ✨🎄✨ Thank you A Winter Solstice to remember ✨🎄✨ Thank you to everyone joined @acesaspen for the opening of Toklat! This restored wilderness retreat space is a gift back to our community- a place for gathering and connecting to each other and our natural world 🌎 Everyone is welcome to join us for “10 Days of Toklat” from 12-5 pm through December 30! Stop in to feel the historical significance of this special place and enjoy traditional Toklat soup, homemade sourdough bread, and warm drinks 🎄#wintersolstice #10daysofToklat #community #openhouse #holidaycelebration 📷 @kim_levin1 @allysidley
Amazing how much joy powder brings ✨🙏🤍🦃 Amazing how much joy powder brings ✨🙏🤍🦃❄️✨ #grateful #nature #friends #snow #aspen #colorado #lettheoutsidein @stio @kastle_usa @aspensnowmass @tedmahon
What a wild race! The Moab Trial Marathon had it a What a wild race! The Moab Trial Marathon had it all - slickrock, sand, steep climbs, mini slot canyon, boulder hopping, and a ladder at the finish! 26.2 miles of pure adventure 🏃‍♀️ An Eating marathon and book shopping spree took place next and was just as fun. Next up, winter! ❄️ @tedmahon @moabtrailmarathon #thai @lovemuffincafe @fidelspalisade #tacos 🌮 📚 @backofbeyondbooks @stio #lettheoutsidein
Been waiting 20 years for this one! What a dream c Been waiting 20 years for this one! What a dream come true 🫶🏼 @louisianamuseum you were everything I had imagined and more 🖼️🇩🇰🙏🌊 Located on the water, 30 mins north of Copenhagen, The Louisiana Museum combines art and nature like no other. So grateful for these annual art trips with my dad ❤️ #annualarttrip #bestmuseumsoftheworld #artadventures #copenhagen #alexandercalder #louisebourgeois #spider #Giacometti #richardserra #dadtrips
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