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Check out the freshies!Although the weather we experienced on Sunday was horrible - cold and rainy, we couldn't help but be a bit excited when the clouds parted and we saw fresh snow on the peaks. We actually watched a ski movie last night to appease the early season stoke we were feeling! We thought we would paste an excerpt from the National Weather Services Climate Prediction Centre concerning this winter's precipitation forecast.

In 2002 the first Transrockies race left Fernie, B.C. bound for Canmore, Alberta after 7 gruelling days on a mountain bike. Since then Fernie as been involved in every succesive Transrockies race. The past couple years we have seen the finish roll into town but in 2010 again Fernie was the starting point.
People milling about main street in front of Giv' Er Shirt Works

Transrockies competitors
Competitors from across the world started rolling into Fernie 3-4 days before the event. Businesses benefited greatly from the increased tourist traffic and the fantastic weather leading up to the event showcased our beutiful town.

Bicycle built for 2!

While the weather turned to grey skies and rain on the morning of the first day it didn't deter the riders. There was even a tandem team ready to take on the famous Fernie single track.

Krista Turcasso

Fernie local rider and good friend of Giv' Er Shirt Works ripped up the 3 day TR3 solo event and nailed a top 7 finish in her first ever bike race.
Way to go Krista!!

It has been a bit of a slow start to the summer here in Fernie. The precip we were wishing for in the winter came in June and we have had the wood stove lit on at least 3 seperate occasions in July. Lately though the sun has been shining! There is still a bit of afternoon precip but as long as you can ride in the mornings or evenings it has been helpful in keeping the bike trails in awesome shape!

Even though Becky and I haven't been on our bikes much lately and I am generally scared $#@%less on the hill, she convinced me to go out for community appreciation day where it is free for locals to ride the lifts and they have a twoonie BBQ up at Lost Boys Cafe.
We threw the bikes in the back of the Giv' Er truck and headed to the hill to meet up with Amanda and Rusan.
Giv' Er Truck

Island Lake Lodge is known for its beautiful views, amazing food and wine, warm hospitality and of course the endless pow and terrain for world class cat skiing.

We were lucky enough about 3 years ago to spend a day cat skiing after one of our famous Fernie storms. The Griz had delivered and we skiied run after run of blower powder. What many may not realize is that Island Lake is equally amazing in the summer. Stunning views and epic hiking trails give you plenty to see and do while you experience the same amazing service, food and ambience as the winter season.

Island Lake Lodge is known for its beautiful views, amazing food and wine, warm hospitality and of course the endless pow and terrain for world class cat skiing.
We were lucky enough about 3 years ago to spend a day cat skiing after one of our famous Fernie storms. The Griz had delivered and we skiied run after run of blower powder. What many may not realize is that Island Lake is equally amazing in the summer. Stunning views and epic hiking trails give you plenty to see and do while you experience the same amazing service, food and ambience as the winter season.

Check out World Cup 2010 from South Africa and have your team inspired...and then check out some new team apparel from Giv' Er Shirt Works.
Kimberley FC Club
Sullivan Pub in Kimberley, B.C sponsors the Kimberley Men's Football club and got them some fine new Umbro uni's.
Umbro

Fernie locals donate their time and business savvy to raise money for the Relay for Life.
Men at Work
Men at Work

Mountain RadioListen for us at 94.9FM in the Crowsnest, 1340AM Elkford and 92.7FK Pincher Creek.

Through a cool contra deal Giv' Er Shirt Works is able to explore the radio media realm.
Giv ' Er on the Radio
Listen for us on your drive!

Arches National Park
After a long winter in Fernie, we decided to pack up the Giv' Er mobile with an arsenal of mountain bikes and camping gear, and head down to sunny Moab Utah for a little R&R. If it's your first trip to Moab (as was our case), prepare yourself to be wowed by the landscape. Slickrock, canyons, sand and sun. Gaudi meets Dr. Suess!!

The Infamous Portal Trail off of the Poison Spider Trail