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Day Tours
Skip the crowds of the ski resorts and join CSG for an unforgettable day in the Colorado Rockies! Located in the Summit County area we offer backcountry snowboard trips for all abilities and skill levels. Enjoy the solitude and peace of the backcountry all the while getting in some untracked turns on your splitboard.
Courses
Learn the skills used to travel into the backcountry via snowboard. Ranging from beginner to advanced courses, we have you covered at CSG. Courses offered include Intro to Splitboarding, Advanced Splitboarding, Snowboard Mountaineering, and Snowboard a 14er. Private courses are available upon request.
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Split 101
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Entering into the backcountry for the first time can be a daunting task. The experts at CSG and Weston Snowboards are here to help. From choosing your first splitboard, to planning your first backcountry trip, to choosing what avalanche education you need, we have the knowledge and gear you need to get out and have fun in the backcountry.
AIARE Avalanche Courses
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Join CSG Guides and Course Leaders for a Weston Sponsored AIARE Avalanche Course! Each student will receive a discounted Weston Splitboard Demo to use during the course!
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ABOUT US
With over 20 years of combined professional outdoor guiding experience, CSG is Colorado's premier snowboard specific guide service. Created by riders and for riders we are a grassroots and local guide service that was developed with you in mind. With the increase in lift prices and capacities, more and more people are now starting to venture into the backcountry. With this increase CSG noticed the demand to fulfill an outlet for snowboarders to further their skill-sets off-piste through courses in backcountry education, guided trips, and mentorship while helping spread the passion to others. Located in the heart of Colorado, our office is our sanctuary and our goal is to bring you into the backcountry to experience what this beautiful world has to offer.
TESTIMONIALS
Adam B., Denver
"I have taken a few guided splitboard tours with Justin Ibarra and I was thoroughly impressed with his knowledge of the backcountry terrain, safety and splitboarding techniques. He is a true professional and I would highly recommend his guiding services."
Jake L., Portland
"The Intro to Splitboarding course with Justin was tailored to my needs as a new splitboarder. I learned new techniques and knowledge that I look forward to using when I get my Avy 1 certification this season. I highly recommend this course to anyone who's new to the backcountry."
Bonny V., Wheatridge
"I signed up for their advanced splitboard hut trip. The trip was such a great experience! We learned compass and map navigation, how to build an emergency snow pit, beacon searches with multiple burials, trip planning, skinning techniques, on snow safety and route decisions. It was based in an awesome backcountry hut!
Partnerships
Colorado Adventure Guides is our sister company offering backcountry ski tours, snowshoe and nordic tours, avalanche education, rock climbing, backpacking, and 14er ascents!
An expert in solar protection, Julbo specializes in high-performance sunglasses, ski goggles and helmets, and prescription eyewear for children and teens.
Avalanche emergency equipment, merino mountain wear and backpacks – Your pioneer in winter and summer mountain gear. Ortovox demo avalanche equipment is available on guided trips and courses.
WESTON SNOWBOARDS Based in Colorado, Weston Snowboards makes some of the best snowboards and splitboards in the industry.
Bringing boots and people together. Intuition Liners continues to offer the best premium boot liners in the world, launching new innovations in moldable liner technology and setting unparalleled industry standards.
Phantom Splitboard Bindings are the first splitboard bindings designed around lightweight alpine touring (AT) boots. Phantoms are designed to flex, ride and feel like traditional snowboard bindings and perform as well in deep powder conditions as they do during the spring snowboard mountaineering season.