Local TV station WCCO came out last week to cover the latest US Airbag event, “Leap For Local Business”. The event was held in an effort support local business that have been impacted by the Light Rail Construction in Minneapolis. Local adrenalin junkies were able to get their kicks by jumping off the a 40 foot scissor lift into a air bag or as they like to call say, “Soft Landings For Superheros.” The highlight of the event, besides jumping, was watching local BMX Crew, Twin Cities Fancy Factory, launch thems self off two story building into the Airbag. Despite the apparent danger no one was hurt during the event and I would highly recommend taking the leap, when an USAirbag event comes to a city or resort near you.
Ever wonder how guys like the Flying Tomato and Seb Toot’s learn double and even triple corked flips? Well, they use what the stuntmen in Hollywood have had at their disposal for decades, An Air Bag. U.S Airbag is spending some time on their 2012 summer tour in the Twin Cities area testing out the cojones of local skaters, bikers and adrenalin junkies who think they are ready for their shot at a mission impossible free fall experience.
So if you think you have the guts and ice cold pulse of JeanClaud VanDam then come out this Friday, June 1st and Leap For Local Business. The event is going on just off the University Of MN Campus at 2929 University Ave SE MN, 55404. The event starts at Noon and includes live music, Art, and Entertainment. For a taste of what it’s all about check out the last event they did at the Miller Compound in St. Paul, MN
Did you miss RedBull’s Supernatural on TV? Don’t worry here it is. Enjoy!
Friday May 11 was arguably one of the craziest days of snowboarding ever. Snowboarder Magazine’s Superpark 16 presented by Gatorade saw an insane level of progression go down, from a backside triple cork from Sebastien Toutant as well as a frontside triple cork from Mark Hoyt, to Cody Rosenthall’s bs 360 double methods, Josh Dirksen’s banked slalom runs, to even certain riders literally trying to burn the park down, day 5 had it all! Check out riding from Seb Toots, Josh Dirksen, Mark Hoyt, Harrison Gordon, Haldor Helgason, Peetu Piironien, and many many more.
The Loon crew not only built one of the biggest jumps at Snowboarder Magazine’s Superpark 16 presented by Gatorade, they also arranged by far the earliest shoot. The brothers Mindnich along with Sam Taxwood, Nils Arvidsson, Sebastien Toutant, Seth Hill and Scotty Vine all ventured up to the mountain at 5am to take part in a crazy sunrise shoot. Mix in some hip and wall ride action and you have yourself Superpark’s Day 4 video
Things have been getting a little trippy up on Mt. Bachelor at Superpark 16 presented by Gatorade. The riding level on day 3 was crazy and it seemed like just about every pro was going upside down twice. Watch the edit for video proof as well as a blast from the past with riders like Dale Rehberg, Wes Makepeace and Matt Donahue while they share the snow with current legends Danny Kass and Romain DeMarchi. Then there is the emerging crop of senders who are delivering with every lap of the Superpark 16 setup.
The wait is over! Invited pro riders from around the world have invaded Mt. Bachelor for Snowboarder Magazine’s Superpark 16 the weather is fantastic and shit is going down left and right. Here is a look on what happened on day 1 as the riders got their first look at Superpark and “warmed up” on the jumps.
2012 Volcom Peanut Butter and Rail Jam Championships
In it’s eleventh season, the Volcoms Peanut Butter and Rail Jam has become the proving grounds for the best up and coming amateur snowboarders. The PB&RJ series toured North America this year and the top five riders form each event where inveted to Mammoth Mountain to push the envelope for a chance to win a piece of the $20,000 purse. Riders from the Midwest Powder Ridge Volcom PBRJ show up and full forces and show the competition what Midwest domination is all about.
Congrats to all the Midwest rippers: Benny Milam, Garrett McKenzie, Shane Ruprecht, Colin Wilson, Jesse Paul and Brent Mohs.
Red Bull Supernatural is getting Shazamed: During the broadcast of Red Bulls Supernatural, you will be able to use your Shazam App to gain access to exclusive Contour P.O.V. footage form riders like Terje Håkonsen, Travis Rice and John Jackson. Grabs some bros, your favorite beverages and your phone. Sit back, relax and enjoy the show.(This Saturday, March 31, 1pm ET/10am PT on NBC)
Want a preview? Then get your phone out and check out some exclusive P.O.V footage of Mark McMorris in the video below.
Arielle Gold Wins Jr. World Snowboard Championships
Here’s a news flash for you…Arielle Gold of Steamboat Spring, CO just won the Women’s Jr. World Snowboard Halfpipe Championship Title at Sierra Nevada, Spain. Following close behind was none other than Algonquin, IL’s own Kirby Kelly in 6th place. Overall something tells me the whole 2012 USSA Junior Worlds Snowboard Team did great!
Those silly Spaniards can’t figure out how to update results on their website so we’re stuck only knowing 1st and 6th place. Awesome job girls, way to kill it! USA! USA! USA!
Team Gale Shirts
How do you show support for your favorite movie the Hunger Games? By wearing Hunger Games shirts.
There is nobody in the action sports industry by the first name of Gale. However, there is a Pro Bowler from the Green Bay Packers named Gale Gillingham. I bet if the late Gale Gillingham were still with us he’d hit hips just as hard as he hit Quarterbacks.
Team Gale or Team Peeta?
Team Peeta Shirts
Hunger Games shirts are going to be THEE fashion piece this spring, especially the Team Peeta (Peter Line) shirts.
Although Peter Line has nothing in common with Hunger Games character Peter Mellark, we decided he needed a shirt. Show support for your favorite pro rider and your favorite movie without looking like a complete sally.
Team Peeta or Team Gale?
2012 TransAM Finals at Bear Mountain
The 2012 TransAm tour wrapped up this last weekend at Bear Mountain. The park crew did a great job, and every kid riding had a blast. Make it past your regional TransAm qualifier next year like Garrett McKenzie, and head to Bear.
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Coming off an upset a the TTR Burton US Open. Kelly Clark blew the competition away by sticking her front side 1080° in the Superpipe Final’s at the 2012 Euro X Games. Earning her the Gold medal, Elena Hight took Silver and Kaitlyn Farrington got the Bronze.
