September Snow in Breckenridge generates BUZZ!!

Yes, I said it, we got snow here in Breckenridge in the month of September, and here's a picture to prove it! As you can see, the trails on peak 8 are blanketed with a nice dusting of the white stuff! This week its been starting to look a lot like winter, with lows in the 20's and highs in the 40's. Are we surprised? No way! At 10,000 feet when Fall rolls around, you have to be ready for anything! What do I think about all of this? I'm pretty excited to get out there and use some of the new winter The North Face gear I got for this season, I just wish there was no "mud season" in between summer and winter. This week its snow, but next week we should have weather in the 60's, perfect for a nice bike ride around Summit County. Once the mountains are open for skiing and riding, I'll really be ready. On November 12th, Breckenridge Ski Resort will be opening Peak 8!

Click HERE to renew your Summit Pass, Colorado Pass, or Epic Pass for the 2009-2010 ski and ride season

Other good news around the county, A-Basin and Loveland ski areas have begun making snow for the upcoming season! The temps have been cold enough to keep the guns blowing the man made snow and the two resorts are again in a race to see who can open the first "white strip of death".

Make sure to check out BreckGear.com to look at our new The North Face winter arrivals. Just this past week we received lots of new styles and colors to help you get ready and stay warm this winter.

More Details--Never Stop Exploring Speaker Series

As you know, on Saturday October 24th, Jimmy Chin and Conrad Anker will be coming to Breckenridge, CO as part of The North Face Never Stop Exploring Speaker Series. Here at the shop we are getting excited to meet and chat with these extraordinary individuals. By attending the VIP party hosted here at The North Face Breckenridge at 322 S. Main Street you can get a unique chance to meet with Jimmy and Conrad. The VIP event starts at 5:30 pm and gives you an opportunity to chat, chill and shop if you want. By purchasing the $20 VIP pass, you not only get the chance to meet with Jimmy and Conrad, but we'll give you $25 back on any $100 purchase here at the store. Thats 25% off on the latest and greatest NEW winter gear from The North Face.

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE TICKETS ONLINE

Ticket Options:

7 pm at Riverwalk Center-Free Seat/Limited availability

7 pm at The Riverwalk Center-$8.00/Guaranteed Seat

5:30 pm at The North Face Breckenridge

The North Face Speaker Series

Conrad Anker and Jimmy Chin, two inspiring The North Face athletes will be coming to Breckenridge this fall as part of The North Face Never Stop Exploring Speaker Series. We will be sponsoring a meet and greet VIP party at our store, The North Face Breckenridge at 322 S. Main Street, on October 24, 2009 at 5:30 pm. Here you will get a chance to talk with both athletes and we hope that locals and visitors take advantage of this unique opportunity. At 7:00 pm, walk over to The Riverwalk Center here in Breck for Mt. Meru-"The Center of the Universe": Teamwork & Tenacity in the Himalaya, presented by Jimmy Chin and Conrad Anker. Take a peak into the minds and souls of these two incredible mountaineers as they are pushed to the limit to survive the hardest climbs of their careers.

We recommend reserving your tickets in advance, as this is sure to be a sold-out event. Just go to The North Face Speaker Series page to save yourself a spot for the evening. The VIP Reception and Preferred Seat package is the best value. This $20 ticket gives you the chance to meet with Jimmy and Conrad at our store here in Breck, 25% off on a $100 purchase at The North Face Breckenridge at 322 S. Main, and the best seats in the house for the main event.



Be sure to keep posted for athlete bios and more details about this event!

Cool Temps

I wasn't ready for it. This week I opened the season's first box of winter gear. I immediately took stock of what was happening around me, and all the tell tale signs of summer in the mountains were still in effect. The Aspen trees are still green, the wildflowers are out in abundance and the back decks of every bar in Breck are still packed at sun down. I am not ready to hang up the bicycles for the summer. The thought of hiking in snow sent a chill down my spine. Why was The North Face trying to shove winter into our already-too-short summer? I was quite offended and begrudgingly began the task of unpacking and organizing all the new product.
I opened boxes containing radically redesigned down jackets, clothing containing new carbon from bamboo technology, merino wool products that looked warm and comfy while just hanging on the rack. They unleashed waterproof/windproof soft shell jackets that stretch like yoga masters and of course the army of old stand byes that I was strangely glad to see again.
Once it was all unpacked I did what any self-respecting shop employee would do. I tried everything on. I tested out new combinations of outerwear and insulating layers. I tested the fit and movement of all the new pieces and before I knew it I was grinning ear to ear. I went home, put in my favorite Warren Miller flick and wondered "Is it winter yet?!?"

Thanks and don't forget www.breckgear.com. We will have all that product for you soon!

Jasper the Dog.

Breck 150

Need an excuse to get out of the heat and spend some time enjoying beautiful mountain vistas?

Say no more.

Breckenridge is celebrating its 150th birthday this coming weekend and you are invited. The weekend is packed with family friendly activities to entertain you on top of the world class hiking, mountain biking, camping, fishing and just plain relaxing it already offers. There will be scavenger hunts, live music and of course Birthday Cake. For a full list of events check out http://www.breck150.com/.

Come be a part of this wonderful history!

-Jasper The Dog
http://www.breckgear.com

Summit Trail Running Series

Attention all runners the Summit Trail Running Series has begun!

This summer The North Face Breckenridge here at 322 S. Main street is sponsoring a trail running series and we want everyone to come up and compete. Races are on Wednesday evenings at 5:30. The location varies by week but they are always at a local Breckenridge Trail head and there is always a short course (~5k) and a long course (~10k).

The races have all been fun, well attended events with a great after party at the Quandry Grill featuring food and beer specials as well as awards and prize drawings sponsored by yours truly and many other summit county businesses.

You can register for the event here at our physical location on Main St. Breck. or over at the Breckenridge Recreation center or just follow this link. Registration is $15 or $20on race day for competitors 18 and older and registration is free for anyone younger that would like to get out there and hit the trail with us.

Have fun and good luck!!

breckgear.com staff and of course, Jasper the Dog.

MOAB

Monarch butterflies, the roaming herds of African Wilda Beasts and Summit county residents all have one major thing in common. Seasonal migration. Every spring, while the snow melts and the tourism takes a break the residents of summit county attempt to colonize Kane Creek campgrounds just outside of the town of Moab. This area is the perfect break from the drab may melt of Breckenridge, it has hot weather, a lot of sand and you can swing a dead cat without encountering another great outdoorsy adventure.
We went for the mountain biking. Many trails were explored, the highlights being the Sovereign trail and the Amasaback trail (until Rob had to go and break his leg). Also the sovereign bluffs trail has dinosaur footprint fossils on it, which is pretty cool.