Highlights from the 2013 X Games in Tignes, France.
I look forward to Signals Snowboards ETT (Every Third Thursday), but honestly this was one was not one of their best. Despite the fact that it is their most view ETT to date. Although the a glass snowboard would make a great piece of art work, it just not as stimulating as some o of their more functional functional creations. Such as the:
When learning how to Paddle your SUP there are a few thing you need to keep in mind.
The Golden Rules of Stand Up Paddling:
- Plant your blade fully in the water before you start to pull.
- Always assume the ready position when paddling. Feet shoulder width apart, Knees bent and back strait.
- Use your core muscles to paddle. When paddling correctly you will should be using the muscles in you legs, core and arms.
- Keep you board steady - It helps to keep your muscles in you feet and legs engaged.
- Most of all HAVE FUN!
Splitboarding with Dave Downing
It’s not everyday that you get to see through the eyes of the Burton Snowboards living legend Dave Downing, especially on a splitboard. Splitting with the new Burton Family Tree Landlord splitboard (regular board & splitboard options availble in Fall 2013), new Burton Spark R&D Afterburner bindings, and Burton AK outerwear Dave took to Lake Tahoe the old fashion way, he earned his turns.
“Horgasm- A Love Story” is a documentary that follows Norwegian pro snowboarder and DC Team Rider Torstein Horgmo as he travel’s the world filming and spreading the joy that is snowboarding. If you dont have time to watch the full movie make sure to check out the end because this kid has some of the best style I have ever seen.
Blake Geis at Park City
Here is the one and only Blake Geis repping Nitro Snowboards hard in a raw one clip One Run edit. March 5th was a good day for Blake, sun, fun, and a sick lap on a Nitro T1. Get it bbbooooiiiii.
2013 War of Rails at Bear Mountain
While most snowboarders were watching the Burton US open. Skiers from around the world were tuned into the Craig Coker’s WAR OF RAILS. By far one of the coolest ski competitions I have ever seen.
War of Rails Results:
1st – LJ Sterino
2nd – Patt Goodnough
3rd – Dale Talkington
4th – Sean Jordan
5th – Maxmilliam Smith
6th – Kyle Smaine
7th – Sondy Boville
8th – Khai Krepela
9th – Keegan Kilbride
10th – Shay Lee
Rudimental
If you haven’t heard of Redimental yet – you have now. Jammin’.
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Spring Break! The House has everything you need to make your spring break epic. If you spend it at the beach or in the mountains we have all the gear you need. Plus, pretty much all 2013 ski and snowboard equipment is on sale. Save up to 35% on brands like Burton, Ride, Lib Tech and K2.
If there is one event that encompasses the true feelings of what snowboarding truly is, it’s the US Open. With the recent transition from Stratton, VT to Vail, CO from it’s original Woodstock, VT beginning in 1982 only time will tell if the spirit of snowboarding will follow.
Sochi, Russia Olympic Halfpipe
The FIS decided to give the Sochi, Russia Olympics venue a trial and host a World Cup event. With a mountain village being constructed virtually out of nothing it has really shaped up to be a remarkable place. There is a few more US Olympic qualifying contest that will determine the US Team, we’ll have to wait and see who will be putting on a red, white, and blue uniform and if the Sochi, Russia halfpipe will be the best it can be.
What snowboard would you ride in the Olympics?
Winch Fest 2013 is only a day away, so get pumped, its bounded to be a good show! The crew has been up for around 24 hours prepping the course. I am not sure how they are doing it, but apparently your body can function on just Red Bull alone.
The Party Kicks off at Noon with Music From EMI Audio, Beer from PBR, and Free party bus rides back and forth from Buck Hill to the After Party. The Bus will be provided by Rent My Party Bus.
The official After Party is at The Rack Bar & Grill!! Live, Music, Drinks, Babes, Bro’s and a whole lot of FUN! If you are planing on partying, make sure to be safe and get a sober cab or at lest getting a room at Livinn Burnsville. Located next to the The Rack Bar and grill. Just tell them you are with the Winchfest Group and they will hook it up!
- Where: Buck Hill Ski and Snowboard Area
- When: Noon-5pm
In other news: Buck Hills Air Bag jump will be open this weekend and the Subway Down Hill Bed Race for Bridging will start at 5pm.
Lick the Cat – GL2.001
When Michael Wick, Staxwood (Sam Taxwood), Zack Hale, Merrick Joyce, and the GL2 ride at Park City this is what it looks like.
Nitro Snowboards – Hyped!
With a name like Benny Urban nothing could be more fitting for him than being an urban snowboarder. This mini part in Hyped! by Nitro Snowboards showcase what Urban can do in urban settings.
