Vermont's Noah Dines sets new world record with 3.59 million feet in vertical skiing

In a recent session of the Vermont House of Representatives, lawmakers celebrated the remarkable achievement of local skier Noah Dines, who set a new world record for vertical skiing. The House concurrent resolution, HCR 19, congratulated Dines for skiing an astounding 3,590,097 feet in just one year, surpassing the previous record of 2,500,000 feet set in 2016.

Dines, a resident of Stowe, embarked on this ambitious journey by skiing nearly 10,000 feet daily, which required not only stamina and strength but also strategic planning to access year-round snow. His quest took him across the United States and internationally, including trips to Colorado, Oregon, Utah, Austria, Chile, and France. Throughout the year, he utilized multiple pairs of ski boots and skis, demonstrating his dedication to achieving this extraordinary goal.

The resolution highlighted the impressive statistics of Dines' accomplishment, noting that he skied the equivalent of 120 Mount Everests and averaged nearly 10,000 vertical feet each day. His journey was not just about physical endurance; it also required significant mental fortitude and self-motivation, as he often trained alone without a dedicated support crew.

The House session included reflections on the challenges Dines faced, emphasizing the importance of community support and encouragement throughout his journey. As lawmakers congratulated him, they acknowledged the inspiration his achievement brings to the Vermont community and beyond.

With no other bills on the agenda, the session concluded with a heartfelt recognition of Dines' record-breaking feat, reinforcing the spirit of perseverance and dedication that resonates within the Vermont community. The resolution will be sent to Dines as a formal acknowledgment of his historic accomplishment.