MMWUC: Freeskier ski test highlights and a close call with an avalanche

This week we bring you our latest edit from #FreeskierFest at Aspen/Snowmass, Sammy Carlson’s winning video from the inaugural X Games Real Ski Backcountry contest, a humorous bike crash, a crazy jumping cat and more. You’ll also find links at the bottom of the page to videos highlighting this weekend’s action across the pond: from X Games Tignes to the Freeride World Tour finals at Verbier. Enjoy, and make it a great day out there.

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Best of the Shred

Behind The Scenes: Freeskier’s 2014 All-Mountain Ski Test at Aspen/Snowmass.

Sammy Carlson’s winning video, 2013 X Games Real Ski Backcountry.

Will Wesson’s GoPro footage from Japan will make you want to ski right now.

Squaw Valley unveils spooftastic promo for upcoming Pain McShlonkey Classic.

Two skiers narrowly avoid avalanche in the Dolomites.

Best of the Rest

Did I win?!

Woman’s description of hailstorm is accurate.

Racing water tap.

Jumping cat is impressive.

Cool dance is cool for about 45 seconds.

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