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The American rider, Sammy Luebke, gives us a very chilled out commentary of his winning run...
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Every year, when the lifts open, I rush excitedly to the top of the hill, strap into my board and set off for the first run of the new season. The cold, clear air in my nose and the sun on my cheeks I can't keep the smile off my face as the fresh snow creaks under my board. The whole day lies ahead from first lifts to last call. Or it would if I wasn't sweating, panting and massaging the cramp out of my calves at the end of the first run.
The 2013 Telemark World Cup featured over 100 telemark skiers from 14 different countries, the cup consisted of a 'Classic Sprint' on the Planards piste followed by a 'Classic Slalom' over in Les Houches.
The River Arve runs right through town and turns into a torrent during spring and early summer with all the meltwater that flows into it. Donning a wetsuit and taking the plunge is just one of the many summer activities that Chamonix has to offer.
To travel in the off piste there are a few pieces of equipment that are essential; first among these are skins. Skins were originally made from animal skin, hence the clever name, and were used because they allowed travel over the snow.
Video courtesy of Seven Twenty Productions based here in Chamonix.
Guy Willet from Dream Guides in Chamonix talks us through the basics of backcountry hiking. Using touring bindings and specialist ski touring boots you can hike through un-pisted areas to discover untamed slopes or just scenic views.
The Chamonix golf course lies just outside the centre of town in the village of Les Praz. A full eighteen hole course with club house restaurant, driving range and pro shop on site it is surrounded by some of the highest peaks in Europe and some of the most staggering views of any golf course in the world. For a look around the course James met up with Australian golf pro and Chamonix resident, Sarah Douglas.
Cross-country skiing is one of those sports that I have always been wary of. Not only does it look like very hard work but you also have to wear lycra and that is a material that should only be worn by super heroes and cyclists.
Filmed during the winter 2009 on the famous Vallée Blanche, this video shows the basic principles of skiing on glaciers in terms of crevasse spotting and group management.
It feels like summer started early here in Chamonix and as the town prepares for the busy months that will bring in coach loads of tourists, climbers, bikers and marathon runners we thought we'd have a look at some of the many activities available in the Chamonix Valley.
The downhill track in Vallorcine is one of the toughest in Chamonix. It's long with steep sections and technically difficult areas. It's not for first time riders but if you like a challenge and a run with everything in it then this is one of the best in the Chamonix Mont Blanc range.
In the fifth of our Backcountry Guides series Chamonix Mountain Guide Guy Willet explains what to look for in avalanche search and rescue equipment and how to use it.
This video follows the 2013 Mont Blanc Marathon main race, where 2000 runners took to the trail.
Welcome to Chamonix! James gives his guide to where to go and what to do when you're in France's first ski resort. He takes in the sights, the bars, the shops and the snow to bring you a taste of Chamonix Mont Blanc.
A backstage view of the different parties, ski days and magic moments from the 2013 Black Weekend - an event that draws music lovers and skiers from around the globe for three days of madness in Chamonix. Check out the video to see what it's all about...
This video follows the latest addition to the Mont Blanc Marathon event, the Mont-Blanc 80km Ultra. A gruelling race which will see runners climb cover some spectacular scenery.
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