Monthly Archives: January 2018

Day 2: #Davos2018

Posted on January 31, 2018 by Ken Read

It was a jam-packed day on the Jakobshorn slopes with the ladies slalom and a unique 2-run downhill format for the men. An approaching weather front, which threatens to bring high winds and 15+cm of snow, prompted the organizers to … Continue reading →

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Day 1: #Davos2018

Posted on January 30, 2018 by Ken Read

Brilliant blue skies welcome the athletes for the first day of competition in Davos. The 39th FIS Alpine Junior World Ski Championship opened with the ladies giant slalom on Jakobshorn peak. Defending Marc Hodler Cup champions Austria got the Championship … Continue reading →

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FIS Alpine Junior World Ski Championships #Davos2018

Posted on January 29, 2018 by Ken Read

The red carpet for the World Economic Forum has been rolled up and put in storage. Political and business elites have left town. This week Davos has rolled out a magnificent white carpet of snow to host the best junior … Continue reading →

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