Cypress World Cup Skier Cross Report
February 16, 2009 · Print This Article
Austrian ace Karin Huttary continually displayed her fine form during World Cup skier-cross racing on Black Mountain, one of the three peaks which comprise the Cypress Mountain complex in West Vancouver, site of the 2010 Winter Olympic freestyle ski and snowboard events.
Before race time, Huttary was her usual brilliant self psyching up at the start. Her distinctive pink helmet makes it easier to pick her out during a race.
It's now or never! Karin passes the #1 ranked French racer, Ophelie David.
Three red and white flags flying over the podium. Who could ask for more?! Karin graciously allowed the Canadian women, Aleisha Cline and Ashliegh McIvor, the top 2 places. Canadian men, led by Chis Delbosco, took all 3 podium places.
Following the race there was time to head up Mount Strachan to catch the sunset over Bowen Island, the Strait of georgia, and Vancouver Island in the far distance
Karin beams as she reads for the first time she's second in the world after today's race. This is truly incredible as she broke her back just two years ago! With half the skier-cross season to go, there's still and opportunity for the former world champion to regain her crown.
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