Could the combination of the credit crunch and a poor start to the season be the perfect storm for ski resorts? After early storms France has been basking in record breaking temperatures during November.
Chill wind is blowing for Ski Republic owner
Snow cover in 2008/9 was very good in all the French mountain ranges, especially in the Pyrenees, the border areas with Italy and Corsica. The Pyrenees and Southern Alps saw periods of severe natural avalanche activity that closed ski areas and damaged infrastructure but despite some injuries no-one was killed by these incidents.
Spring skiing at the New Year
Want to test some skis? There are two events which may be of interest. The season kicks off with the Ski Force Winter Tour and four resort dates. You can test skis from manufacturers belonging to the FIFAS body (Atomic, Dynastar, Elan, Fischer, Head, H2, Kastle, Movement, Nordica, Rossignol, Roxy, Salomon, Scott and Volk). The Ultimate Ski Test Tour has grown out of the Swallowmania event at la Grave and is aimed at freeride skiers.
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