By Tony Accurso, Owner of Alpine Bike Works “Svelte Tiger” in the Pine Hills trail system is one of the main arteries of the network. It is accessed at the first intersection on “Escalator” from the parking lot, and is the most popular way to access the network. It is a tight and twisty trail…

Courtesy of InclusiveVermont.com Paula Macneil Every winter, thousands of people take to the mountains of Vermont to experience all that the state has to offer. Paula McNeill is no different. This mother of two has spent the last seven years working as a buyer at Killington Resort, which also is her home mountain for skiing…

Courtesy of InclusiveVermont.com Mac Janney There is no rush like skiing down a steep slope at high speed, hanging off a sailboat in rapid winds or mountain biking in the Green Mountains. Mac Janney, a development coordinator for a Vermont nonprofit who is visually impaired, enjoys these experiences daily and takes advantage of a number…

Photos By Marion Abrams PITTSFIELD — The Peak Death Race, often called the ultimate athletic and mental challenge, hosted its final event the weekend of June 26-28 with 200 intrepid athletes braving almost 50 hours (Friday morning to Sunday at noon) of mostly unexpected and sometimes completely insane obstacles. Peak Races Founder Joe De Sena,…

The Long Trail Century Ride began five years ago to benefit Vermont Adaptive. The cycling event has grown to 500 riders with many more coming to enjoy the beer, bands and food for the after party. The organizers have added family attractions as well a 5k race this year. According to Phil Black of The…

KILLINGTON — Graham has been working in bike shops since the age of 14.  A former downhill mountain bike racer, he spends most of his time freeriding locally at Killington.  Having ridden in the Killington area for the better part of the last 20 years, it was no surprise he said “yes” when offered the…

By Anthony Accurso, Alpine Bike Works “Trail 18,” also known as “The Cable Trail,” is a local favorite at Killington Resort. Located between the South Ridge and Stash areas, “The Cable Trail” is a short, technical line which is divided into three sections: upper, middle and lower. After one crosses the namesake cable at the…

Courtesy of the Town of Killington Girls Division winner Felicia Chang stands with Boys Division winner Connor Looney. KILLINGTON — Green Mountain National hosted the Killington Junior Golf Championship for the sixth straight year June 22–25. The 144 player field featured the top junior golfers ages 12-18 from 20 states and eight countries. Based on early…

Courtesy of MemorEvents The Red Knights Firefighters Motorcycle Club and fire trucks and police cars from several Rutland County departments held a pre-race parade on “Hometown Heroes” night. Devil’s Bowl Speedway gears up for Independence Day weekend with two fireworks events, July 3 and 5 WEST HAVEN – Leon Gonyo made short work of the 35-lap Modified…

QUESTION: Claire and Josh are playing in a tournament. On the 4th hole, Claire’s tee shot lands in the fairway. On approaching the ball, she discovers the ball is unplayable and lifts it under the unplayable ball rule. She then realizes the ball is in an area marked as ground under repair. She then proceeds…

LUDLOW – On Thursday, June 18, Jason Koponen, of Ludlow, Vt., made a hole-in-one at Okemo Valley Golf Club. Koponen aced the 17h hole from the white tee, using his 5-iron, for a 151-yard hole-in-one. Jack Koponen and Gary Stevens witnessed the amazing feat. Koponen’s name will be engraved on a plaque that hangs inside…

By Dave Hoffenberg The Killington Deli Team had a big double header last week with playoff implications on the line. First up they battled Slips Trips and Falls (STF) and things were going smooth all game. Two runs in the first by Dan Muller and Craig Brothers, Jus Archer drove in a run in the…

Courtesy of MemorEvents Photo One: Bob Donahue of Jaffrey, N.H., won the New England Antique Racers Modified feature at Devil’s Bowl Speedway. Photo Two: Bob Seward of Lee, Mass., won the New England Antique Racers Sportsman feature at Devil’s Bowl Speedway. Bergeron back in Late Model victory lane WEST HAVEN – Jason Durgan and Ron…

Courtesy of Paul Hatin, Mendon Fish & Game Club Adrianna Zsido and Mick Johnston catch fish at the derby. MENDON — The Annual Fran Renner Youth fishing Derby was held on June 3 at the Mendon Fish & Game Club in Pittsford, Vt. The pond was stocked with 200 trout ranging from 12-24 inches, plus…

The Vermont team extended its Tri-State winning streak to six consecutive years with a narrow victory at The Oaks Golf Links in Somersworth, N.H., Vermont State Women's Golf Association announced June 19. Vermont took a commanding lead of 13.5 points after Tuesday’s alternate shot matches, but saw that lead dwindle to just 5 points over…