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Six Degrees Of Lindsey Vonn

Colorado’s favorite pro skier has connections well beyond the slopes.

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By Chris Outcalt, Daliah Singer, Robert Sanchez 5280 November 2014

The Local newsletter is your free, daily guide to life in Colorado. For locals, by locals.

This article was originally published in 5280 November 2014.
Chris Outcalt
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Daliah Singer
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Daliah Singer is an award-winning writer and editor based in Denver. You can find more of her work at daliahsinger.com.
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Robert Sanchez is 5280's award-winning staff writer.

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