Everything’s bigger in Mammoth—the mountains, the lodges, and perhaps most important, the talent. Case in point: Mammoth Lakes, California, resident Kimmy Fasani. The professional backcountry snowboarder was the first female to ever land a double back flip both in the park and the powder, both monumental ticks on the timeline of women’s snowboarding. She’s an avid mountain biker, surfer, and world traveler, but when it comes to the place she calls home, look no further than the massive resort area on the Eastern Sierra peaks. Here, Fasani gives us an insider’s look at her home turf:
What is your favorite thing about Mammoth Lakes?
Mammoth is more than just a snowy mountain town. I love being able to walk out my door to hike, bike, rock climb, and snowboard. Mammoth has so many mountains and lakes to explore so the possibilities of adventures are endless … More
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