Copper Pipes Are Open

It's time...Finally. Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colo., has opened the first superpipe in North America. With the unveiling of its 2008 Mein Vein superpipe, Copper's Catalyst Terrain Park team along with Snowpark Technologies have created the first pipe to open on the continent for the past three years in a row, according to the Denver Post. And if you're still not ready for this much delayed season? Check out Outside's Winter Buyer's Guide and get stocked up.
--Jason Kerkmans