It’s been a few weeks since I updated my blog because I took a week off to go to London. While I was in London I did two speeches to children at Thomas’s London Day Schools about skiing and chasing your dreams. It was great fun but by the end of the week I was ready to get back out to the mountains for the rest of the season. My season will finish up in March with the British and Scottish Championships in Meribel and Courchevel. Before then I still have a few more races, including the French Championships!
Courchevel Snow Report: 4th March 2014
Courchevel race report from Cara the Skier
I’ve had a great weeks training in Meribel. I trained Giant Slalom and Super G on the Meribel Stade. I was feeling really fresh after my week off and had some really good training runs that gave me a lot of confidence. I’m still working on a few things that I have been trying to improve all season like not moving off of my outside ski and the end of the turn too quickly and keeping my hips up.
This weekend I had two FIS races in Les Menuires. I was really looking forward to these races as I love the race piste at Les Menuires and I’ve had good results every time I’ve raced there this year.
On Saturday the conditions were very tough. They were about at the limit that you could allow the race to run! It had snowed a huge amount Friday and on Saturday morning so there was a lot of fresh snow around and the visibility was zero. The light was very flat so you couldn’t see any bumps or ruts on the course. There were a lot of very good skiers on the start list and I was starting way back in 46th out of 83 racers. On my first run I skied well on the steep and didn’t notice any of the bumps that I had be warned about so I let my skis go a little too much on the flat where I got jolted by a few of the bumps but when I reached the finish I was in 27th. In the technical events the top 30 after the first run are flipped for second run. This means if you finish in 30th you get to go 1st second run and if you finish 1st you go 30th. This is a huge advantage especially when the conditions are as bumpy as they were! Unfortunately I was pushed down into 31st place and missed out on starting first by 0.08 seconds! Despite this I had a good second run and finished in 24th place.
I was happy with the way I had skied but knew I could go faster the following day. The weather cleared up and the Three Valleys were greeted with bright blue skies and sunshine. However the 13th racer had a nasty tumble and had to be helicoptered off the hill. This meant the race was stopped for over an hour. I had a good start and skied well on the first steep. When I came onto the flat I went too straight at a gate which pushed me out into a pile of soft snow. I managed to hold on for one more gate before I was pushed too low and came out of the course. I was disappointed as I thought maybe I could have stayed in the course but this was the first time I had come out of a Giant Slalom since March last year so I knew it was going to happen at some point. I was just relieved I could ski down to the bottom and didn’t need a helicopter!
The race calendar in France is a bit empty for the next few weeks so I will be training up in Meribel. Next week I will be training three days of Super G on the Meribel Stade which I’m very excited about as it is where the French and British Championships will be held!
Airport Transfers in Courchevel
Transfers for Courchevel
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Private Airport Transfers
Low-cost private transfer service from Geneva Airport
Comfortable private airport transfer service connecting Courchevel with Geneva Airport, with a choice of standard and premium vehicles.
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Shared Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Courchevel from €85 per person one-way (weekend rate)
Run by a long-established Three Valleys transfer specialist, the service combines the lower cost of sharing your journey with many of the things you would normally associate with a private transfer: small vehicles, experienced drivers and, importantly, a door-to-door journey between Geneva Airport and your accommodation in Courchevel.
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Shared Airport Transfers
Geneva to Courchevel from CHF 82.50 per person one-way (weekend rate)
Travel directly to your accommodation with a convenient minivan connection, frequent scheduled departures and helpful local representatives. This affordable shared service combines comfortable coach travel with a final transfer to your chalet, hotel or apartment in Courchevel.
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Courchevel from €417 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
With over 5,000 rides completed and 95% of clients returning, this private transfer service is designed around the needs of skiers, from reliable airport pick-ups to comfortable journeys to your accommodation. Experienced, professional English-speaking drivers, vehicles prepared for Alpine winter conditions and no extra luggage fees for skis or snowboards help make travelling easier. With airport meet and greet, door-to-door transfers, secure online booking and a focus on punctuality, you can organise your Courchevel transfer with greater peace of mind.
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Courchevel from €359 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
Travel from Geneva Airport to Courchevel with an experienced Alpine transfer service operating since 2012. Enjoy a private, door-to-door journey with professional drivers who know the mountain roads and flight monitoring to help manage delays. Choose between standard or VIP minibuses, with free child seats available for families. Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi and handy pick-up reminders are among the thoughtful extras that make getting to the mountains easier.
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Scheduled/Shuttle Coach Airport Transfers
Quick and secure way to organise transfers from local airports and stations
A key booking portal for local coach and bus transfers in the French ski resorts. Using this service to coordinate your travel means getting to resort could not be easier.
Ski Hire in Courchevel
Ski Hire in Courchevel
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Le Courcheneige
Ski & snowboard hire located in the Courcheneige hotel in 1850
You can’t wait for your next ski trip? Everything is already booked except your ski equipment? Don’t worry, the team at Courcheneige will help you find the perfect equipment to fully enjoy your ski holiday in Courchevel 1850!
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Le Praz
Ski hire shop that's located in Courchevel Le Praz
Rent skis and snowboards located in Le Praz, Courchevel. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
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Francis Blanc Sports
Ski & Snowboard rental on the main high street just down from the snow-front
This shop is situated next to the Spar shop in Courchevel 1650 on the main high street just down from the cable car. It is run by Sophie and Nadine who will ensure you get the best gear to suit your level.
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Ski Plus La Residence
One stop shop for all your ski and snowboard equipment hire in Courchevel
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your 1st skiing day.
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White Storm 1650
Friendly ski hire and delivery, right to your door in Courchevel and Meribel
With 20 years of experience, they are an independent company run by passionate skiers and snowboarders. Their expert team carefully selects and fits your equipment to the highest standards.
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Prends Ta Luge & Tire Toi
Located inside the shop Prends Ta Luge et Tire Toi at the Forum in 1850
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Courchevel? Just visit the NetSki Prends Ta Luge et Tire Toi store!
Ski Schools in Courchevel
Ski School Lessons in Courchevel
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Private ski lessons
British school offering a wide range of private lesson options tailored to all ages and abilities
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in Courchevel. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
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Group ski lessons
Small groups for adults and children of all abilities with a well-established and trusted ski school
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in Courchevel and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Private ski lessons
On and off-piste, English-speaking instructors with top local knowledge
Parallel Lines is Meribel’s biggest British Ski and Snowboard School, offering private lessons in La Tania and Courchevel tailor-made to focus on developing your skiing/snowboarding technique.
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Group ski and snowboard lessons for children and adults of all ages and abilities
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Private ski lessons
Bespoke ski and snowboard lessons in Courchevel
Backed by more than 30 years of excellence teaching across the French Alps, their mission is to transform your time on snow into something unforgettable.
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Private ski lessons
Tailored ski and snowboard lessons with multilingual instructors in Courchevel
Run by an Anglo-French team since 2001, this ski school knows the Three Valleys inside out. Their highly qualified, multilingual instructors specialise in tailor-made lessons designed to suit every skier or snowboarder.
Winter Things To Do in Courchevel
Wintersport Things To Do in Courchevel
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Helicopter tours
10, 30 or 60 minute private helicopter tours for up to five people
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
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Heliskiing/boarding
Heliskiing/boarding trip in Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass.
For backcountry adventures, this independent company operates in and around the following three heliski destinations: Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass. They have pioneered 32 drop zones within these three broad valley regions giving you a huge choice of terrain, snow conditions and mountain orientation to ensure you have a day best suited to your ability and preferences.
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Snow shoe walks
Half and full day guided snowshoe walks in and around Courchevel
Laurence is a certified mountain leader, who enjoys taking clients away from the busy pistes and spicing up your ski holiday with a guided snowshoeing trip.
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Bureau des Guides winter and summer activities
Off piste ski touring, heliskiing, glacier walks, snowshoeing and much more
Head out into the mountains with experienced guides in either summer or winter for some amazing experiences.
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Ice Skating rink
Patinoire Du Forum - indoor ice skating for all and enjoy ice hockey matches
Located in the centre of Courchevel 1850 is the indoor ice skating rink.
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