Will High-Fly fly again?

Is the High Fly going to crash? Well, the extreme snow-jumping event is definitely in trouble, according to a report in today's Anzeiger von Saanen. Two important sponsors, Quicksilver and Saanen Bank, have dropped out, a move that has placed the event planned February 21, 2009 in distinct jeopardy. Approximately SFr 45,000 are missing and if the money cannot be found within the next two weeks the event will have to take a break for a year. A shame because participants have already signed up and the event has always been a highlight for the young of our region. Hmmm, might this be the first signs of the global financial crisis and upcoming recession creeping into the the hallowed local economy of Gstaad-Saaneland? Well, hopefully the event can be saved and if you wish to participate in the rescue package call Simon Bolton from the organizational commitee on +41.79.247 76 17. It might be loud, it might be not be everyone's cup of tea, but it has become part of our region. See for yourself below: