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Snowboard Park City's Epic Slopes with Olympic Gold Medalist Torah Bright

Snowboard Park City s Epic Slopes with Olympic Gold Medalist Torah Bright

What to do when you're not training for you're next half-pipe competition on Park City's world class slopes? Take a hint from Aussie-turned-local Torah Bright. Our friends at Roxy hooked us up with the snowboarder and Olympic gold medalist who now calls the Beehive state home. 

Best place to stay: Washington School House Hotel.

Best mountain: Park City Mountain Resort.

Best run: Pick N Shovel park.

Best lodge hang-out: The Viking Yurt.

Best fireside lounging: The mountainview patio fire pits at the St. Regis Deer Valley.

Snowboard Park City s Epic Slopes with Olympic Gold Medalist Torah Bright

Best spot to recover: Stein Eriksen Lodge Spa. 

Best locals-only spot: El Chubasco Mexican restaurant.

Best breakfast: The Bridge Cafe and Grill.

Best lunch: Cobra Dogs!!

Best dinner: Cafe Terigo.

Best coffee: Chai, please. : ) 

Best juice: Whole Foods.

Best escape: Riding on the mountains.

Best shop for gear: They're all good.

Best shop for gifts: Prospect.

Best surprise: Waking up to fresh powder. Not much can beat that.

Where I bring all my friends who are here for the first time: A stroll up historic Main Street. It's got something for everyone.

I always bring back: Good memories.

I always go back for: Riding my home half pipe at Park City with my good buddies.

WHAT THE OFFICE LOOKS LIKE IF YOU'RE TORAH BRIGHT

Snowboard Park City s Epic Slopes with Olympic Gold Medalist Torah Bright

Snowboard Park City s Epic Slopes with Olympic Gold Medalist Torah Bright

Snowboard Park City s Epic Slopes with Olympic Gold Medalist Torah Bright

Snowboard Park City s Epic Slopes with Olympic Gold Medalist Torah Bright

Photos by Cole Barash/courtesy of Roxy.

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