Friday, March 12, 2010
Let's Send Iris to AK!!
This winter I have been competing in the NorthFace Masters. I have had consistent solid performances in the Masters. That has earned my invitation from Nick Perata to compete in The King of The Hill during Tailgate Alaska in Valdez, April 3-11. I am pursuing my dreams and passion snowboarding in this event, I am so excited to represent Tahoe and shred like I do here! I'm so grateful for my sponsors support of gear and limited travel funds to help make this happen, but I really need the most important support of my home town to really make it a reality. I'm raffling off all my extra gear, donated prizes from local resorts and businesses and a day of private coaching with myself at Squaw Valley USA. BassHeavy drops sweet beats and good vibes every Thursday, so come out, have a good time, support, get some raffle tickets and win some gear this Thursday, March 18 at Bar of America and next Thursday, March 25 at Lanza's. Big thanks in advance for your support and huge thanks to my sponsors, Signal, Smith, Porterstahoe.com, O'neill, Bula and Squaw Valley USA.
Labels: 2010 Smith, Bula, O'Neill Outerwear, porterstahoe.com, Signal Snowboards, Squaw Valley
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Best day of the year? Squaw. POV
Okay, this really was one of the best days of the year. Crazy dry snow, landings very filled in, cold temperatures, a little humor and plenty of sunshine. I just skied by myself this day. It was actually kinda nice. I just looked at my list of lines to ski for the day and went after 'em! Truly an unbelievable day that I don't think I'll soon forget!
Unofficial Daily: March 4, 2010 from UnofficialSquaw on Vimeo.
Labels: Miles Clark, Squaw Valley
Raleigh White a Local Sensation
Check out this short edit from one of the local young guns straight killin it. Raleigh White AKA "Ral Dub" you may know him, you may have heard of him, you may even be getting shown up by him at you local hill. If you don't know now ya know.
check it
check it
Labels: Boreal Ski Resort, porterstahoe.com, Raleigh White, Squaw Valley
Monday, March 8, 2010
No Regrets in Silverado
By Miles Clark
This is me getting a couple of sweeeeet laps on Silverado on Feb. 25th, 2010, with NO ONE around. This was one of my favorite days of the season. I literally only skied Silverado all day. Never done that before, and I certainly don't regret it.
This is me getting a couple of sweeeeet laps on Silverado on Feb. 25th, 2010, with NO ONE around. This was one of my favorite days of the season. I literally only skied Silverado all day. Never done that before, and I certainly don't regret it.
Silverado Sledgehammer from UnofficialSquaw on Vimeo.
Labels: Backcountry Tahoe, Miles Clark, Powder, Squaw Valley
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Squaw Valley Prom Highlights
So here are a few Highlights from the Squaw Valley Prom presented by High Fives, Porterstahoe.com, and Biking for a better world. It was a great night the were a lot of good costumes as well. Chappy wondered around and played with his new camera while listening to the sounds of the Silver Boombox Thief and Mike Relm. If you were there I am sure you had fun and if you were not you should go next year. Not only is it a great time but the proceeds all go to a great cause.
Check it!
Check it!
Labels: Biking for a better World, High Fives, porterstahoe.com, Squaw Valley
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
It is a sad day... Goodbye CR Johnson
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It is with a heavy heart that I write this post. Today Cr Johnson passed away at Squaw Valley. I do not know all the details but two Porters team members, Jt Holmes and Timy Dutton have confirmed that CR hit his head on a rock off Light Towers on Headwall at Squaw Valley. Chappy spoke with Jt and he said that CR had the biggest smile and best attitude for the ski season. Anyone that personally knew CR and even those that are fans of CR knew what he had overcome to be the caliber of skier he was. Our hearts and thoughts are with CR's family and close friends. R.I.P friend.
http://freeskier.com/articles/article.php?article_id=4800
Labels: CR Johnson, JT Holmes, Squaw Valley, Timy Dutton
Nicky B son, aka Turka LurkCR was extremely influential True loss to the ski world and will not be forgotten. condolences to his family and friends.
oh my god. What a tragedy....CR ruled...I remember him doing crazy spins as a young teenager. Much love to his close friends and family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Miles Clarkwe'll miss ya CR.
Miles Clarkwe'll miss ya CR.
I have watching CR rip it up in ski movies over the years, and followed his sucess. The guy was a ski legend and rocked on skis. I am absolutely shocked about the news. R.I.P , my thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time.
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Monday, January 25, 2010
Wanna Ski with Cody and Elyse??
Well now you can...Chugach powder guides in Alaska has set up week of skiing with Cody and Elyse. Keep your calendar clear for March and see the post below for more information.
This coming March Chugach Powder Guides is hosting an Epic Athlete Experience with Cody and I! I am very excited to have this opportunity. We get to go heli-skiing with clients, not as guides but as athletes. We will be based out of Girdwood and there is a 5 day or 7 day package available. I think Girdwood is one of the best possible situations for heli-skiing for so many reasons. First off, Girdwood is one of the coolest towns in Alaska, with lots of good restaurants (Double Musky here I come!) and interesting people to mingle with. Secondly, if we can't fly we get to go Snowcat skiing. CPG recently opened 500 more acres for cat skiing in addition to upgrading to a new, super posh cat. I actually got to experience this cat skiing last winter. It was a blast and totally worthy! Thirdly, there is Alyeska Resort, one of the best ski resorts in the world, at your disposal for down days as well. But down days in Girdwood with CPG are fairly rare, only once has a group be unable to get in a helicopter in their 13 year history. No other heli-operation in Alaska has it this good! If this is something that interests you click here to view more info on the CODY TOWNSEND & ELYSE SAUGSTAD HELI-SKI EXPERIENCE. Hopefully we'll being seeing you there...
This coming March Chugach Powder Guides is hosting an Epic Athlete Experience with Cody and I! I am very excited to have this opportunity. We get to go heli-skiing with clients, not as guides but as athletes. We will be based out of Girdwood and there is a 5 day or 7 day package available. I think Girdwood is one of the best possible situations for heli-skiing for so many reasons. First off, Girdwood is one of the coolest towns in Alaska, with lots of good restaurants (Double Musky here I come!) and interesting people to mingle with. Secondly, if we can't fly we get to go Snowcat skiing. CPG recently opened 500 more acres for cat skiing in addition to upgrading to a new, super posh cat. I actually got to experience this cat skiing last winter. It was a blast and totally worthy! Thirdly, there is Alyeska Resort, one of the best ski resorts in the world, at your disposal for down days as well. But down days in Girdwood with CPG are fairly rare, only once has a group be unable to get in a helicopter in their 13 year history. No other heli-operation in Alaska has it this good! If this is something that interests you click here to view more info on the CODY TOWNSEND & ELYSE SAUGSTAD HELI-SKI EXPERIENCE. Hopefully we'll being seeing you there...
Labels: Chugach Powder Guides, Cody Townsend, Elyse Saugstad, Girdwood Alaska, Squaw Valley
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Tahoe's swing scene
After some convincing, I was able to get Ruthy to see how much fun can be had in the local swing scene. I have been swinging for a bit longer than Ruth, and I have found the scene very welcoming and the experiences rewarding. My friend and neighbor, Doug, introduced me to swinging. He is really into it, he has swing parties and stuff and swings with all sorts of people in the neighborhood, he swings with men and women and even reaches out to other neighborhoods. It is really a blast. I did not realize all this was going on around me until one day, over at Dougs house, I just opened my mind to it, ignored all the stigma it carries and gave it a try. Here is some video of Ruth, and some photos of us and our swinging friends.
Labels: J.T. Holmes, Lake Tahoe Party, party, Squaw Valley, Swingers, swings
Nicky B son, aka Turka LurkI want to be a "Swinger"...........looks rad
Ruthieit's a little scary to open your mind to swinging, but once you do it's a great way to have fun with all your friends.
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Saturday, November 28, 2009
Check Out The New Snow In Tahoe
So we haven't gotten our first "big" storm yet, but the last couple have been nice for sure. This time last year it was still brown ground and I couldn't have made the quick run up to the top of Mount Watson above Tahoe City on my snowmobile like I did today. You're still not going to be making any turns on a ski or snowboard up there yet, but there was plenty of snow to make the turn off of the "fiberboard freeway" and go to the top.
The view never gets old even years and now decades after my first time up there. The wind was whipping pretty good and you could see white caps all over Lake Tahoe. You also get such an awesome view looking across the Truckee River / 89 valley over to Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows. Castle Peak is always worth pausing for a few moments as well.
Enjoy the pics of the white goodness and come on up to Tahoe. The overnight lows are nice and cold so the resorts are putting blankets of white stuff over what Mother Nature has given us so far. So go ahead and play hookie for a day this week and come up and make some turns. If you don't, it'll just be one less day that you have to put a smile on your face sliding around in the snow.....
Oh sweet, sweet snow
xoxoSquaw Valley and Alpine Meadows looking across the Truckee River / 89 valley from the top of Mount Watson above Tahoe City
Castle Peak off in the distance...again a view from the top of Mount Watson
A windy Lake Tahoe looking towards the east shore from Mount Watson
Snowy white goodness...just a big storm away from being able to shred
The Tahoe sunshine peaking through the snowy trees
Pine needles soaking in fresh snow just off the "fiberboard freeway"
Labels: Alpine Meadows, Castle Peak, Fiberboard Freeway, Lake Tahoe Backcountry, Mount Watson, Squaw Valley
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
quick dirty edit of my clean SV Tram jump on Saturday
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Edge Of Never
Come see an opening screening of The Edge of Never in Tahoe! Included in the ticket price: product giveaways from Rossignol, Dynastar, Lange, and Ski Salt Lake. And, enter to win the grand prize a one-week Edge of Never ski vacation in Salt Lake City, Utah, riding at Snowbird, Alta, Solitude and Brighton.
This Thursday the 22nd at 7PM in the Olympic Village Inn...or Lodge for those of you who weren't around when it was OVI.
The film documents Kye Peterson heading from Whistler to Chamonix to ski the line that his father passed away on. A refreshing break from ski and snowboard porn.
This Thursday the 22nd at 7PM in the Olympic Village Inn...or Lodge for those of you who weren't around when it was OVI.
The film documents Kye Peterson heading from Whistler to Chamonix to ski the line that his father passed away on. A refreshing break from ski and snowboard porn.
Labels: Edge of Never, Movie Premier, Squaw Valley
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Standard Films "Black Winter" Premier
Last night at Olympic Valley Lodge, the Standard Films video premier of Black Winter went off without a hitch. It was a great night at Squaw Valley USA as the Labor day weekend is always the seasonal reminder that summer is about to end and winter is just around the corner. There's nothing better than a video premier to get excited about the coming season.
On a side note, another part of the video premier was a benefit for the Make a Wish Foundation. Chas Guldemonds lovely lady Drea organized a raffle to benefit the foundation. Sponsors who donated prized were Electric Eyewear, Rockstar Energy Drink, DC Snowboards and of course PortersTahoe.com. Grand prizes included a DC snowboard and a $499.00 setup from Porterstahoe.com. Two stoked winners went away with that loot and Make a Wish Foundation saw over $500.00 in charitable donations!
On the video front, there was some technical snowboard mastery exhibited by Torstien Horgmo, Chas Guldemond, Ben Lynch, Leanne Pelosi and some new young bucks. Big mountain segments were tackled in manly form by Xavier Delerue and Lonnie Kauck. Get the video and check it out. It hasn't shipped yet so please stayed tuned and we'll let ya know when it finally arrives.
On a side note, another part of the video premier was a benefit for the Make a Wish Foundation. Chas Guldemonds lovely lady Drea organized a raffle to benefit the foundation. Sponsors who donated prized were Electric Eyewear, Rockstar Energy Drink, DC Snowboards and of course PortersTahoe.com. Grand prizes included a DC snowboard and a $499.00 setup from Porterstahoe.com. Two stoked winners went away with that loot and Make a Wish Foundation saw over $500.00 in charitable donations!
On the video front, there was some technical snowboard mastery exhibited by Torstien Horgmo, Chas Guldemond, Ben Lynch, Leanne Pelosi and some new young bucks. Big mountain segments were tackled in manly form by Xavier Delerue and Lonnie Kauck. Get the video and check it out. It hasn't shipped yet so please stayed tuned and we'll let ya know when it finally arrives.
Labels: Black Winter, Chas Guldemond, ELECTRIC VISUAL, ROCKSTAR, Squaw Valley, Standard Films
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
VIDEOGRASS TAHOE PREMIER
Saturday September 26th at OVL in Squaw Valley. This is going to be the sickest party of the fall (as far as I'm concerned). And thanks to Porters you have the option of bringing a gently used CLEAN winter garment to donate to needy families and receive half price admission and a 20% off coupon to Porters for some new gear.
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Labels: Eric Messier, porterstahoe.com, Squaw Valley, Videograss
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Standard Films West Coast Premiere "Black Winter"
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| From Fliers |
That's right kiddies the ski and snowboard movie premiere season is just around the corner and this year it is starting soon. September 4th, Olympic Village Lodge at Squaw will be hosting the West Cost Premiere of Standard's "Black Winter". Tickets will be on sale starting tomorrow at Porters, $8 in advance $10 at the door. Doors are at 7pm show starts at 8pm.
Labels: Black Winter, Squaw Valley, Standard Films
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Moon Groove 2009
MoonGroove 2009 will bring together locals and visitors alike for a musical experience like no other. Featuring the reggae rhythms of San Francisco’s Kapakahi and San Diego’s Mike Pinto, the night will truly not disappoint. Both artists offer a dynamic stage presence and create a positive, dance-infused atmosphere. The music will be complimented by a full bar, local restaurants offering an array of food, and wine tasting during early hours. Other features will include TAHOEMADE ATTIRE's full 2009 summer collection, a rather large raffle, and the blissful presence of TAHOEMADE girls. Oh yeah, the dance floor will be naturally lit by a full moon. Prepare for an evening of rapture.
5:30pm - Doors open
6-7pm - Openers, wine tasting, full bar, food
7:30-8:30pm - Mike Pinto
9-10:30 - Kapakahi
10:30-2am - After party upstairs @ Plaza Bar w/ DJ
Labels: Kapakahi, Mike Pinto, Moon Groove 2009, Squaw Valley, Tahoemade Attire
Friday, June 12, 2009
TC Squaw and Mammoth Edit
The Traveling Circus ski episode series spent some quality time skiing Squaw and Mammoth this spring. Check out the dope edit below. And never forget, the title track is Porter's very own Nicky B. I also did an interview with the boys, which you can check out here if you're interested.
Courtesy of Newschoolers.com
Labels: andy parry, Line Skis, mammoth, Nicky B, Squaw Valley, Traveling Circus, will wesson
Tall tees & Ski blades is the funniest thing ever. Its a little steezy midget killing it. I can't believed he was landing all that stuff.
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Friday, May 8, 2009
Monster de Mayo Pool Party
Yes I know it is after Cinco de Mayo but the Monster de Mayo party at Squaw Valley had to be postponed due to rainy weather up here in Tahoe. I received a little invite from Savannah over in PR at Squaw on Tuesday to come up and enjoy the festivities. She kicked down a few comp tickets and Kenny, Andy and I went up and rode for the morning. While we were lapping the park we saw Peter Olenick, Tj Schiller, Cloby West and X Games Champ Nate Holland throw down on the Monster jump. It was a perfect spring day, a day so perfect that one should not go with out sunscreen....yeah I forgot to put some on and now I look silly.
After a day in the sun and the park we headed up to the Pool party that was sponsored by Monster Energy drink. The athletes got in their boardshorts and started to enjoy the drinks, beats and hot tub and pool. Around 4:15 one of the girls that works for Squaw at the pool started asking people to get out of the hot tub...one of the athletes, I believe it was Peter Olenick, decided he didn't want to get out and decided that she needed get in. She ended up in the tub with all her clothes on...poor girl. If you can make it up for Squaw last weekend for the 2008-2009 season, do it because there is nothing better then a morning of spring skiing or snowboarding and an afternoon of hot tubbing, swimming and beer at the top of Squaw.
After a day in the sun and the park we headed up to the Pool party that was sponsored by Monster Energy drink. The athletes got in their boardshorts and started to enjoy the drinks, beats and hot tub and pool. Around 4:15 one of the girls that works for Squaw at the pool started asking people to get out of the hot tub...one of the athletes, I believe it was Peter Olenick, decided he didn't want to get out and decided that she needed get in. She ended up in the tub with all her clothes on...poor girl. If you can make it up for Squaw last weekend for the 2008-2009 season, do it because there is nothing better then a morning of spring skiing or snowboarding and an afternoon of hot tubbing, swimming and beer at the top of Squaw.
Labels: Colby West, Monster Energy Drink, Nate Holland, Peter Olenick, Squaw Valley, Tj Schiller
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
19th Annual Cushing Crossing May 9, 2009
19th Annual Lake Cushing Crossing
May 9, 2009
This annual Squaw Valley spring tradition is Lake Tahoe's original "pond crossing" event and a must-see (or must do)! Come to the base of KT-22 and grab your spot around the pond and enjoy the wacky costumes and crazy crossings. The event starts at 2pm with registration (limited to the first 50 entrants) begins at noon on the KT-22 Sundeck.
This event has been re-scheduled to Saturday, May 9!
Registration: Noon on the KT-22 Sundeck.
Entry: $15 per category (Mens and Womens Ski, Snowboard and Open categories)
Rules: Helmets and personal flotation devices are mandatory. All registrants must be over 18 and must sign a liability release. Crossing devices must be controllable and any tandem entries must be secured to the same crossing device (ie. you cannot ski or board separately but can be bound to the same crossing device).
Contestants are judged on creativity and crossing.
Overall Winner: Silver Season Pass
Remaining Category Winners: $100
May 9, 2009
This annual Squaw Valley spring tradition is Lake Tahoe's original "pond crossing" event and a must-see (or must do)! Come to the base of KT-22 and grab your spot around the pond and enjoy the wacky costumes and crazy crossings. The event starts at 2pm with registration (limited to the first 50 entrants) begins at noon on the KT-22 Sundeck.
This event has been re-scheduled to Saturday, May 9!
Registration: Noon on the KT-22 Sundeck.
Entry: $15 per category (Mens and Womens Ski, Snowboard and Open categories)
Rules: Helmets and personal flotation devices are mandatory. All registrants must be over 18 and must sign a liability release. Crossing devices must be controllable and any tandem entries must be secured to the same crossing device (ie. you cannot ski or board separately but can be bound to the same crossing device).
Contestants are judged on creativity and crossing.
Overall Winner: Silver Season Pass
Remaining Category Winners: $100
Labels: Cushing Crossing, Squaw Valley, Squaw Valley Silver Pass
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Still Some Good Snow To Be Had
Well, after the almost 100 degree temps that a large portion of California just went through, some of you might be thinking "there's still snow somewhere?"
You bet.
Or you could just stay at home. Either way Tahoe - and the snow - will be here :)
You bet.
So head on up to Squaw Valley this weekend to get your last turns in at KT-22. Or go up to Castle Peak like we did and find some real substantial snow still. It also looks like we might get a little dusting of snow in the next 36 hours then have the weather clear up for the weekend. That should make for some nice spring snow conditions with no wind and temps in the upper 40's according to our resident weather expert. The icing on top of that cake? No fighting the traffic and crowds!
Or you could just stay at home. Either way Tahoe - and the snow - will be here :)
Labels: Castle Peak, KT-22, snowmobiling, Squaw Valley
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Why I love Squaw Valley in the Spring Time...
Kyle O'Neal catching some air in the Palisades...Even though we all love to get in as much powder as we can until the month of May, it never hurts to have those hot Cali spring days where the sun comes out, the snow turns to corn and the sunbathing at the High Camp pool after a morning of skiing is game on. Can't beat it!
What a view!
J.T. Holmes and Ruth Selby soaking in the sun
Tristan Queen doing tricks. Spring day schedule: hit the park in the morning then practice at the pool afterwards.Labels: Elyse Saugstad, JT Holmes, Kyle O'Neal, Squaw Valley
Friday, April 3, 2009
Spring!!!
Obviously spring is here, and the skiing has been pretty good. There's been great turns to be had at Alpine Meadows and Squaw, but the backcountry is where its at. With the sun getting higher in the sky everyday the options for sun softened snow are really opening up. Between trips down to the east side I've been having fun skiing all over in the Tahoe BC. It was looking like the south side of Jakes was about to melt out for the season so my friend Oscar and I cruised out there for a couple laps yesterday. It is smooth, but going fast, so if you're stoked to get out for some spring backcountry, its a "the sooner the better" situation. Here's a shot from yesterday's mission, I know that any in-shape fifty year old could ski this, but I had fun anyway. Check out the crazy wind affect on the bay...
Jeremy
Labels: Alpine Meadows, Jeremy Benson, Lake Tahoe Backcountry, Squaw Valley
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Shane McConkey Memorial Service Information
Memorial Service
Sunday April 5th, 2009 - 4:30pm
Squaw Valley, CA USA
Please arrive early.
Sunday April 5th, 2009 - 4:30pm
Squaw Valley, CA USA
Please arrive early.
Labels: Shane McConkey, Squaw Valley
Monday, March 2, 2009
Freeride World Tour Venue Photos
Hey all,
I tweaked my ankle early in the morning on the day of the big comp, so I couldn't be there personally to shoot. However, local photo dude Josh Anderson came through for me with some shots of the venue and riding. Check out the slideshow below, and pray we get a weather window for a day two on the big rock pile. In the words of Cody Townsend, who currently sits in fourth, "The Tram Face will separate the men from the boys!"
I tweaked my ankle early in the morning on the day of the big comp, so I couldn't be there personally to shoot. However, local photo dude Josh Anderson came through for me with some shots of the venue and riding. Check out the slideshow below, and pray we get a weather window for a day two on the big rock pile. In the words of Cody Townsend, who currently sits in fourth, "The Tram Face will separate the men from the boys!"
Labels: Cody Townsend, Freeride World Tour, Squaw Valley, tram face
Elyse wins Day One on Tram Face
Big congrats go out to Elyse Saugstad, who took home first on day one of the Tram Face comp. Elyse slayed the beast (actually Silverado) with the best of them.
Here's what Elyse has to say about stop number two of the Freeride World Tour:
"I would like to update you on how the Freeride World Tour in Squaw Valley is going. Earlier in the week Squaw was unfortunate enough to receive a bit of rain, which completely ruined the Tram Face that we were to compete on. The only way we were (are) going to compete on the infamous face is to receive at least another foot of snow. Since yesterday was forecasted as the only possible blue day during our event's waiting period, the organizers acted quickly and decided to take advantage of the situation and moved the event to an area at Squaw called Silverado. With sunny skies and and a few inches of Sierra butter on an already smooth face, the event went off with a bang. The men went first and holy cow did we some amazing skiing and snowboarding go down. The women were to follow the men, and as I had drawn first for the females in the bib draw I felt the need to continue the superb level of skiing and show that the women are able to keep up with the men. My run was fast, smooth, and had 3 nice sized airs throughout. My run was so much fun, I was completely stoked when I came through the finish! It wouldn't have even mattered where I finished in the placings, runs like that are what we live for.
Wonderfully I ended up in 1st place, and with a bit of a lead in the points I have a nice cushion going into the Tram Face. As the situation lies now, we are expecting a storm in the next fews and are hoping to receive enough snow that the Tram Face will become possible to ride. We will wait out the rest of our waiting period, which lasts until March 5th, and hopefully get to ride what I have been staring at and dreaming about for the past few years."
Here's what the tour has to say about her run:
"The women truly impressed the spectators present at the bottom of the face, especially the Freeride World Champion 2008, Elyse Saugstad. She won the women’s ski competition hands down with a fast run that could have competed with the men."
And here's what you're all waiting for anyway, the video. Elyse's run is at 5:05
Here's what Elyse has to say about stop number two of the Freeride World Tour:
"I would like to update you on how the Freeride World Tour in Squaw Valley is going. Earlier in the week Squaw was unfortunate enough to receive a bit of rain, which completely ruined the Tram Face that we were to compete on. The only way we were (are) going to compete on the infamous face is to receive at least another foot of snow. Since yesterday was forecasted as the only possible blue day during our event's waiting period, the organizers acted quickly and decided to take advantage of the situation and moved the event to an area at Squaw called Silverado. With sunny skies and and a few inches of Sierra butter on an already smooth face, the event went off with a bang. The men went first and holy cow did we some amazing skiing and snowboarding go down. The women were to follow the men, and as I had drawn first for the females in the bib draw I felt the need to continue the superb level of skiing and show that the women are able to keep up with the men. My run was fast, smooth, and had 3 nice sized airs throughout. My run was so much fun, I was completely stoked when I came through the finish! It wouldn't have even mattered where I finished in the placings, runs like that are what we live for.
Wonderfully I ended up in 1st place, and with a bit of a lead in the points I have a nice cushion going into the Tram Face. As the situation lies now, we are expecting a storm in the next fews and are hoping to receive enough snow that the Tram Face will become possible to ride. We will wait out the rest of our waiting period, which lasts until March 5th, and hopefully get to ride what I have been staring at and dreaming about for the past few years."
Here's what the tour has to say about her run:
"The women truly impressed the spectators present at the bottom of the face, especially the Freeride World Champion 2008, Elyse Saugstad. She won the women’s ski competition hands down with a fast run that could have competed with the men."
And here's what you're all waiting for anyway, the video. Elyse's run is at 5:05
Labels: Elyse Saugstad, Freeride World Tour, silverado, Squaw Valley, tram face
Monday, February 2, 2009
The North Face Masters
Big Mountain dudes we love you too! Check out this footage from The Northface Masters this last weekend in Snowbird Utah. Check out local Tahoe Squaw ripper Ralph Backstrom along with special guest Travis Rice who decided to show up for the contest & show his all mountain versatility.
Labels: big mountain snowboarding, Ralph Backstrom, Rob Kingwill, Squaw Valley, Tom Burt, Travis Rice
Monday, January 26, 2009
Squaw Valley Pow Explosion of Fun
Question... Where did everyone go? Why was there no lines at Squaw today?
Why did I have enough time to take my time getting to granite this morning and still hike to the peak and get first tracks down between the 2 buttresses?
I really don't care what the answer is, all I know is that I had waist deep turns down granite... Yeah that's right and it seems that everybody didn't think today was going to be any good. I was able to walk up to the funitel at about 9:05am and walk right into the first car that went by with no pushing or shoving. I made my way towards Shirley Lake and made a quick run down the Tree run 5. Check the video above for the run through the trees. Then hit granite for an epic peak decent... WAIST DEEP and I rode my 155 rockered Smokin today. This was some of the lightest and deepest snow that I have seen in a while. I went from Granite to a little Sun Chute diversion and was really surprised that it wasn't as bony as I thought it was going to be. We headed towards Headwall chair and hit up the various zones below the chair, including the Bullet, Sun Bowl and hogsback. The day ended with some fun times off the Siberia ridge to more faceshots... The morel of the posting is that you should stay and take a chance, well that and if you live here what happened this morning? I mean its not like is was superbowl sunday or a major party weekend....
Labels: Granite Peak, Headwall, Powder Snowboarding, Shirley Lake, Squaw Valley
allison chapasrock on, lars! way to capture a redonklous sqauw powder monday! nice to meet you as well....
-allison
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Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Is it called monoskiing? or monoboarding?
oh the things that go down when shane and i get bored.
Labels: JT Holmes, radical, Shane McConkey, sick mono rippers monoboard radness insane, Squaw Valley, we are hella sick
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
0-60 in typical Tahoe Fashion
This is what it looked like in the backcountry today, seriously!
When I was fixing a flat tire on my mountain bike last friday I had no idea the dumping that we were in for. The weather looked promising at the time, but at no point did it mention that we'd have 4 feet of new snow in three days. The fresh 40+ inch layer of superlight fluff has turned my dreams into a reality and I've gotten face shots for the past three days. It looks like Alpine Meadows will be open top to bottom starting Friday, and people who skied at Squaw today said that it was "pretty freaking good". I've been taking full advantage of the hiking opportunities and getting fresh lines down pretty much whatever I want thanks to my Marker Dukes, while trying not to get too deep into the snow. We did get plastered, but its pretty much all the snow we've got, so pay attention and be careful out there. There are snow snakes aplenty out there right now, so stay light on your feet and keep your tips up. Significant settling has occurred over the past several days, so the bottom has become more difficult to find, but not that difficult. Looks like there is more on the way, so get ready to shred pow until you can't even stand up. For information on avalanche conditions check out www.sierraavalanchecenter.org. Have fun, and see you out there.
When I was fixing a flat tire on my mountain bike last friday I had no idea the dumping that we were in for. The weather looked promising at the time, but at no point did it mention that we'd have 4 feet of new snow in three days. The fresh 40+ inch layer of superlight fluff has turned my dreams into a reality and I've gotten face shots for the past three days. It looks like Alpine Meadows will be open top to bottom starting Friday, and people who skied at Squaw today said that it was "pretty freaking good". I've been taking full advantage of the hiking opportunities and getting fresh lines down pretty much whatever I want thanks to my Marker Dukes, while trying not to get too deep into the snow. We did get plastered, but its pretty much all the snow we've got, so pay attention and be careful out there. There are snow snakes aplenty out there right now, so stay light on your feet and keep your tips up. Significant settling has occurred over the past several days, so the bottom has become more difficult to find, but not that difficult. Looks like there is more on the way, so get ready to shred pow until you can't even stand up. For information on avalanche conditions check out www.sierraavalanchecenter.org. Have fun, and see you out there.
Jeremy
Labels: Alpine Meadows, Avalanche, backcountry skiing, Elan Skis, Jeremy Benson, Ski, Squaw Valley
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Squaw Valley Skiing for Schools Day 12/13/08
Skiing for Schools Program Kicks Off December 13th at Squaw On selected days, the participating resorts are offering skiers and snowboarders special discounted lift tickets and the opportunity to support education. The proceeds from your lift ticket purchase go directly to the Excellence in Education Foundation, which provides enhanced educational opportunities for our local students.
Labels: Lake Tahoe Lift Tickets, Ski Lift Tickets, Skiing for schools, Squaw Valley
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Andy Finch latest....
Its that time of the year again, getting ready for the snow, the travels, the pumpkin pies and the busy-ness of the day in the life of a snowboarder...and his wife! I wanted to send you an update on where and what Mr. Finch has been up to lately.
Andy along with JJ, Keir and some other guys went over to Switzerland to get top 30. With two practice runs, one qualifying run, and the worse conditions imaginable...ironically they ended up 13th (andy), 14th and 15th, just happily missing the final (only top 12). Step one of the road to the Olympics accomplished!
With the snow already fallen here, Andy has gotten a couple of days in at Boreal, starting his season off locally.
This past weekend, Andy played waiter at a celebrity charity dinner at Mamasakes in Squaw Valley. Of course everyone tipped huge, (had nothing to do with the money going to the local schools)..it was strictly because of Andys excellent service and positive attitude...
Andy has been working with the Summer Dew Tour and is getting ready to kick off this season with the first winter event going down in Breckenridge in December. This tour will be receiving live coverage by NBC and also multiple shows on MTV, so make sure to check it out. Heres the link, check out Andys front page interview! http://www.ast.com/
Labels: Andy Finch, Keir Dillon, Mamasake, Squaw Valley
Monday, October 6, 2008
MSP's "Claim" Movie Premier in Squallywood
Matchstick Productions (MSP) premiere of the new movie "Claim" went down Saturday night in the old Olympic Village Lodge in Squaw Valley USA. The recent cold weather and dusting of snow brought the skier kids out in droves. MSP always packs the house for both the family-friendly early showing as well as the sold-out later one. This year most of the pros that live in Olympic Valley that are normally in MSP's films were out of town at other various locals. A small crew of Porters employees was able to meet up during the first showing at Blue Coyote in the valley with Porters ski team rider, Squaw Valley legend, and Nordica and Sessions athlete JT Holmes. Always good times....
The line waiting to get in to Olympic Village Lodge was thick and long...
Check it....the Moment Skis crew piling in with everyone else...
Squaw Valley legend Scott Gaffney firing up the crowd just before the lights went down...
Simon Dumont's world record 35 foot quarter pipe session was pretty damn impressive....
Labels: Claim Ski Movie, JT Holmes, Matchstick Productions, Moment Skis, MSP, Scott Gaffney, Squaw Valley
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Airblaster's August and Think Thank's Stack Footy
It was a dark and stormy night in Squaw Valley but that didn't stop the kiddies from coming out to Mamasake to see Think Thank's Stack Footy and Airblaster's August movies. Mamasake was packed to the hilt and everyone was excited because the temp dropped and the winter jackets and beanies came out of the closet.... perfect attire for snowboard movie premieres.
Think Thank's Stack Footy was a great vid with crazy urban shredding, big park jump lines and fresh powder turns. The pants were tight but so was the riding in this vid. After the showing of Stack Footy there was a little raffle and then Ariblaster/ Thirty Two rep Eric Wallis hit play and "August" was off and running. Now for those that don't know "August" was filmed entirely at Mt.Hood during the first two weeks of August this year. I have to say this is a fresh new concept to the snowboard film industry because usually a movie is filmed through out an entire season, not just in two weeks. So for starters I liked that about the movie. Second it was full of fun jibbing and fun everything. A big thanks to all that came out and braved the monsoon at Squaw and a big thanks to Mamasake
Labels: airblaster, Mamasake, Squaw Valley, Stack Footy, Think Thank
Brandon Cocardgood post! that was an amazing night. the after party at the dude plex was off the hook
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Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Airblaster's August Premiere
Here you go Kiddies.........
What:
Airblaster movie "August", and Think Thank Productions "Stack Footy"
Both movies feature many local and regional riders from our area, including Eric Messier, Brandon Cocard, Tim Eddy, Nick Visconte, and many more friends.
Where:
The Village at Squaw Valley USA Events Plaza. Outside under the stars on a gigantic inflatable movie screen!
When:
Friday Oct 3rd, 8:00 pm
How Much:
FREE
There will be a dance afterward at the Auld Dubliner. Should the weather not co operate, Mama Sake has agreed to host the movies on their big screen. Should that be the case, space is limited, so get there early!
The League to Skate Lake Tahoe will once again be holding a fundraiser raffle with thrilling prizes from Taits Boardshop, Porters, Daves Boardshop, Totally Board, Thirtytwo, Soletechnology, Airblaster, and Spy.
See you next Friday night!
What:Airblaster movie "August", and Think Thank Productions "Stack Footy"
Both movies feature many local and regional riders from our area, including Eric Messier, Brandon Cocard, Tim Eddy, Nick Visconte, and many more friends.
Where:
The Village at Squaw Valley USA Events Plaza. Outside under the stars on a gigantic inflatable movie screen!
When:
Friday Oct 3rd, 8:00 pm
How Much:
FREE
There will be a dance afterward at the Auld Dubliner. Should the weather not co operate, Mama Sake has agreed to host the movies on their big screen. Should that be the case, space is limited, so get there early!
The League to Skate Lake Tahoe will once again be holding a fundraiser raffle with thrilling prizes from Taits Boardshop, Porters, Daves Boardshop, Totally Board, Thirtytwo, Soletechnology, Airblaster, and Spy.
See you next Friday night!
Labels: airblaster, Porters, Spy, Squaw Valley, Thirtytwo
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Segal's Bash
In hindsight, we should have seen it coming. Sunday night had all the ingredients for an wild party: full moon, Segal’s going away party, costumes, alcohol, and a Porters staff ready to unleash the fury after a long retail summer. In hindsight, we should have closed the entire company down on Monday, as most employees looked like extras from a zombie movie. But then, hindsight is 20/20, and without the benefit of hindsight, sometimes you just need to dive head-first into a blinding maelstrom of booze, dancing, and fake blood.
(30 Irish Carbombs x 3) + 20 carbombs = 110 car bombs, an Auld Dubliner record, by far. And this occurred in the first 30 minutes of the night.
Not that some employees even remembered the first 30 minutes. Nicky B. and Finn, fresh off a 3-day bender in Reno, came dressed to the nine’s and ready to party. Finn, slumped at the bar and helpless to stand up, had a religious experience when Chappy started brining him a continuous flow of chicken wings. “I think… he’s an angel” Finn whispered with the reverence of a true believer.
Harley checked ID’s with his infrared ear-light while ski bunny Eleanor danced the night away with Nicky B. Kathy joined them on the dance floor, along with Miller, Yonto, and many others. Faithful Line rep Matt Connelly provided classy tunes while looking quite classy in a double Polo combo with collars up.
At one point I told Jeremy Nobis “Hi I’m John Segal from Porters. I think you could really make it in this industry, someday. Maybe even be an A-list guy, maybe. All you’re missing, I think, are these magical Superfeet Kork footbeds.” Then I started sniffing a footbed lovingly. Nobis seemed confused by this.
Chappy won best costume by a landslide, even improving his outfit throughout the night by tearing nipple-vents in his vintage Polo shirt. Two pastel cable-knit sweaters were later discovered on the Burton van, covered in dirt, holes, and blood.
Segal himself was having a blast, clearly, all night. In fact, he even did his own Segal impression by losing his cell phone. What a showman that guy is! His lady-friend Christina looked splendid in a T-Rex tail. She even received some sage love advice from Harley, who said “your relationship can only rise as high as your level of communication.” You know what? He’s right! We love this man.
Alex, never one to dress up, pulled out all the stops with a bag full of Segal tributes. Surrounded by drunks, he tried his best to properly roast Segal. Screams of “Blink 182 in South Lake!!!” and “downsize grandma!” and “the toilet’s clogged again!” rained down from the crowd. Broken Volant Spatulas served as awards.
In the end, the best Segal tribute happened the next day, when the entire company was late to work and completely hung over. Finn even spent some quality time in the bathroom. Now if that doesn’t remind you of Segal, nothing will.
Labels: Auld Dubliner, Segal, Squaw Valley
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Squaw Valley Hosts Standard Films AESTHETICA and After Party by FORTRESS
For the first time in years, filmmakers Dave and Mike Hatchett of TB snowboarding fame decided to have the world premiere of Standard Films new AESTHETICA right here in Squaw Valley instead of down in San Diego during the ASR (Action Sports Retailers) trade show.
The doors at Olympic Village Lodge at Squaw Valley opened at 7:30 last night with the movie set to kick off at 8:30. Fuel TV was on hand filming and reporting from the event. The Fuel TV reporters for the night were Tina Dixon and lifetime "Hall of Fame" Porters team rider and legend Jim Rippey. Other sponsors for the night were Porters Lake Tahoe, VAS Entertainment and Squaw Valley USA. As the clock edged towards show time the line to get in was spreading into the parking lot. Soon a roar of applause erupted from inside Olympic Village Lodge. Show time for the first snowboarding movie of the season!
Once inside it was shoulder to shoulder and there was standing room only to watch AESTHETICA. The way that the lodge is laid out gave everyone in every corner a view of Standard's new movie release. Some highlights of AETHETICA included big mountain legend Johan Olofsson's unveiling of Burton’s Nofish...and he was killing the steep and deeps on this bindingless wonder. Also recent Burton Australian Open winner Torstein Horgmo had some amazing shots at Homewood ski resort on the west shore of Lake Tahoe as well as the monster spring jump at Alpine Meadows. Another favorite was Mads Johnsson's part with plenty of fresh powder and steeps. For the rail junkies there was enough urban shredding to feed that need.
To kick off the second half of the night Fortress came out to do some good old metal head banging. Fortress was formed in the early 1990's in Lake Tahoe melding guitar solos by legendary Dave Hatchett, head banging guitarist Brian Harrison, bass by Mike Hatchett and insane drums by Rob Jaeger. Well a little Judas Priest mixed in with some Iron Maiden, Metallica and Slayer had everyone fist pumping, crowd surfing and beer drinking. But the fun didn't stop there. Nope, for those that weathered the onslaught of metal, the reward was a special guest appearance by singer Whitfield Crane of the old Ugly Kid Joe. Their cover of Ozzy Osbourne's "Mr. Crowley" was awesome...as well as several b-side Judas Priest gems. The crowd was hungry and thirsty for metal and Fortress gave it to them for a solid hour and a half.
What a way to kick off the movie premier season and get everyone hyped on the coming winter!!
Labels: AESTHETICA, FORTRESS, Squaw Valley, Standard Films
Friday, June 13, 2008
Softball Rally
Game two for the Porters softball juggernaut was last night and let me tell you it was not pretty. For the first seven innings Porters was down and down hard. The Long Ballz, a team from Squaw had the ump on their side, he was telling their batter where to hit the ball. Every time I would say whoa don't tell them where to hit the ball that is not cool. Every time I heard him say something, as I was playing catcher, I would call him out and he would give me the stink eye. I hope we never have stink eye for an ump again!
After the first couple of innings the Long Ballz had gotten their home runs for the game. For those who don't know the rules of co-ed softball your team is only allowed three home runs, any home run after that is an out. So that helped us out a bit, as they did get a few home runs after that. In the seventh inning we were down 16-0 but our team spirit was on fire and we rallied. By the end of the seventh inning we pulled out 8 runs to end the game 16-8. Nate put on his rally cap and it worked!
After the first couple of innings the Long Ballz had gotten their home runs for the game. For those who don't know the rules of co-ed softball your team is only allowed three home runs, any home run after that is an out. So that helped us out a bit, as they did get a few home runs after that. In the seventh inning we were down 16-0 but our team spirit was on fire and we rallied. By the end of the seventh inning we pulled out 8 runs to end the game 16-8. Nate put on his rally cap and it worked!
Labels: Porters, Softball, Squaw Valley, Tahoe City
Monday, June 2, 2008
cupcake hell
Before I had my awesome job at Porters Sports I worked at Squaw Valley Ski Resort for eight years in a bakery. So needless to say I know how to bake, but I don't know how to keep my mouth shut especially when Kokanee beer is involved. My best friend told me she was getting married and of course I offered to make her cake and invitations, but that is another hell story, for the cake she decided she wanted to have cupcakes.
So the short of the deal is that I flew to Spokane, Wa and for 2 1/2 days I baked and decorated 240-260 cupcakes. I did have plenty of help but I think I had more "official cupcake testers" then real helpers. In the end we had no mishaps and the bride and groom were ecstatic about the cupcakes. I could say I never want to see cupcakes again but that wouldn't be true, as I love to bake! So thanks to all that helped me out; Mom, Andy, Kinsey, Frank, Riley, Lyndon, Doss, Aaron, Annamieke and of course Dad for being the supervisor of it all. Congrats Brittany and Joe!
Labels: Kokanee, Porters Sports, Spokane, Squaw Valley
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Springtime @ Squaw
Why go to Alaska when you can do springtime at Squaw? Maybe it's the sunshine and slushy snow, but my skiing memories are always fuzzy this time of year....good thing I took some pictures. Sunday was the annual Cushing's Crossing pond-skimming event, and the last day for KT-22. Lachlan had his friends haul a pre-made ramp onto the run-in for the pond-skimming thing, and he threw a good ol' backflip right into the pond: classy. We stopped by Chamois, once again, where Miller wielded the Lange boot beer-bong like a pro. Earlier in the afternoon, Rom had become the first victim of the Lange contraption, which left him choking and sputtering Icehouse onto his magenta three-piece suit like an 8th grader. In other news, Jon Cooper nailed all 104 spread-eagles he attempted on Sunday. Fun facts: Ralph B. sewed his penis costume by hand, and after each use he re-fills the balls with more stuffing. Good times!
Labels: Chamois, KT-22, Lange, Squaw Valley
Monday, March 24, 2008
Session Log Jam
The day, March 22nd. The place, Squaw Valley. The event, Sessions Log Jam. The winner, Chris Bosco. A beautiful sunny day set the stage for the third annual Sessions Log Jam. Three jumps and a variety of log jib options was the lay out. The competition was fierce with riders like Kyle (taceto) Earl, Zak Hale, Silas Stannard, Jonny Lazz, and Jonny Brady, but I was lucky enough to stomp my last run in the finals and come out on top. Fuel TV covered the event so be sure keep an eye out for the footage of the event and a little interview with me. Hope everyone is enjoying the great weather we have been having and see you on the hill.
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Bosco
Labels: Chris Bosco, Log Jam, Sessions, Squaw Valley
Eric Asistin (PhotoGeek)Nice work Bosco! Making us proud!
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Thursday, February 28, 2008
Errol Kerr and Ski Cross: February 2008
I’m sitting here at home watching it snow tremendously outside. I was supposed to be in Europe right now, but the race in the Czech Republic got cancelled. So now I don’t leave until Thursday, which is going to give me an awesome couple of days here to ski some sweet lines at Squaw.
Last week Thursday I had a ski cross clinic at Boreal. The weather was rather poor, but still about 9 of us battled the weather out there, and a lot of people were excited. So I hope to be able to do something similar in the spring time when the sun is shining.
I know a lot of people made it out to the Squaw Jeep King of the Mountain 48 Straight ski cross race, but if you didn’t, you guys all missed out on an awesome sunny day of some of the best racing that the sport has yet to see. The Ski Cross World Champion Tomas Krauss took home the win, followed by Casey Puckett (first for Americans), and I was able to squeeze out a win in the small final, and take home 5th place (and second for Americans). Fifth was not as good as I had hoped for that weekend. Coming home to my home mountain and my home town, I really wanted to put one in the Finals, and give everyone a good show. But it just didn’t work out.
I’m off to Europe in a couple days. In the meantime, I’ll be out trying to lay tracks where others can’t follow them because Errol Kerr doesn’t sleep. He waits!!
Written Sunday, February 24, 2008
Last week Thursday I had a ski cross clinic at Boreal. The weather was rather poor, but still about 9 of us battled the weather out there, and a lot of people were excited. So I hope to be able to do something similar in the spring time when the sun is shining.
I know a lot of people made it out to the Squaw Jeep King of the Mountain 48 Straight ski cross race, but if you didn’t, you guys all missed out on an awesome sunny day of some of the best racing that the sport has yet to see. The Ski Cross World Champion Tomas Krauss took home the win, followed by Casey Puckett (first for Americans), and I was able to squeeze out a win in the small final, and take home 5th place (and second for Americans). Fifth was not as good as I had hoped for that weekend. Coming home to my home mountain and my home town, I really wanted to put one in the Finals, and give everyone a good show. But it just didn’t work out.
I’m off to Europe in a couple days. In the meantime, I’ll be out trying to lay tracks where others can’t follow them because Errol Kerr doesn’t sleep. He waits!!
Written Sunday, February 24, 2008
Labels: Boreal Ski Area, Casey Puckett, Errol Kerr, Jeep king of the Mountain Tour, ski cross, Squaw Valley, Tomas Kraus
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Jeep King of the Mountain Tour Day 3 Skiing Halfpipe
Sunscreen please! Skiers took on the stunt ditch today in honor of Tom Cruise. "Sorry Goose....it's time to bust the tower!" Yes, it's true, skiers DO go BIG in the Pipe. Simon Dumont made the trip but was ailing a separated shoulder. Porters Team rider Sean Field was in the mix and had a solid 1st run in qualys but was denied entrance into the final. Super lame, cause Sean was boosting and had a tech line! The Kiwi from down under was boosting as well, Jossi Wells, no pun intended. Can you say big and techy spinning both ways going Dumont large with style & control? Yeah, he ruled it all day in qualy's and the final taking the win.
Aside from the competition itself, I do have a complaint or can I say grievance to file. Organizers, please STOP LAGGING AND KILLING THE ENEGRY OF A CONTEST FOR TV! First off, this is not a live feed so there should be no major delays. Second, the field wasn't even that big 25 men total and 6 women I believe. I've seen local contests run faster for Pete's sake! There's nothing better than fans & the rest of the media standing around waiting for something to go down. I love it when I'm standing on the deck and an interested fan asks me "When does the competition start?"
I respond "Um it already did like 15 minutes ago."
They reply "Really??? Then what is going on ? I haven't seen anyone go yet."
"My point exactly!"
Yes, granted I know a few of the guys on the crew and I like them all. PLEASE get it together....
Delays like that just kill any kind of energy not just for the fans, but the participants as well. The X Games is a live feed and they ran quicker than this event. Some of the same crew was used here as well. I don't know, whatever. It's beautiful and sunny out...just rock it straight no BS.....you can fix your edit later in post.
After all my ranting, something did lift my spirits.....I looked over underneath the banners on the deck and there were a bunch of groms waiting for guys to hit the pipe. They all had big old smiles and were stoked to see the skiers going huge! Some of them may be in the ditch someday.
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Labels: Jeep king of the Mountain Tour, Jossi Wells, Sean Field, Simon Dumont, Squaw Valley
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