Snowboarders were shocked lately when Granite Peak (Wisconsin) announced that they will be not allowing snowboarders on certain runs this year.  The resort has posted a trail map on their website that shows the runs that are set to be “skier only.”  Currently there are 6 runs listed as “Skiing only,” but Granite Peak has mentioned that it will be reduced to 3.  President and owner Charles Skinner said, “Skiers have told us that the rhythm, turn radius, and visual orientation is different for skiers and snowboarders, and that they would enjoy a few runs dedicated just to skiers.  We are now responding to this request by the dedication of three runs for this purpose.” The new policy is not currently listed on the Granite Peak Web site, but Skinner says it will be explained in an updated version of the resort’s site scheduled to launch shortly.

Snowboarders all over are now asking, “Can we ban skiers from entering the terrain park then since snowboarders started the whole park scene?”  Obviously that is not something that snowboarders wish to do, but it puts the issue into perspective. All I can think of is that this plan is the brainstorm of some old school skiers who are afraid of change.  I can’t imagine that any park-influenced skier under the age of 40 would support this restriction set in place by Granite peak.   Please check out more info regarding this issue on Transworld’s Website.  Please make your voice heard by contacting Granite Peak at 715-845-2846 or visit SkiGranitePeak.com.

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