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First Snow Signals Start of Another Epic Season for Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge & Keystone
03 years ago
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VAIL, Colo. – Oct. 22, 2008 – Mother Nature reminded skiers and snowboarders that the ski season is just around the corner with five inches of snow in Breckenridge this morning and a dusting of snow at the base areas of Vail, Beaver Creek and Keystone. Chain laws have been in effect for parts of Interstate 70, including Vail Pass, since yesterday and cold temperatures have allowed Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone to fire up their snowmaking systems in preparation for their November opening days. (more…)
Sessions Welcomes Andreas Gidlund to the Snow Team
03 years ago
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Scotts Valley, CA, October 10, 2008— Sessions is pleased to introduce Swedish powerhouse Andreas Gidlund to the team! At 20, Andreas is emerging as one of the best jumpers in the game. Last winter he took first in a TTR 5 star event and filmed a part in Factor Films “Note.” (more…)
Jp Walker First Tws Cover!
03 years ago
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Everyone at StepChild would like to congratulate JP Walker on his first TWS Cover! Not only his first TWS Cover but first TWS Cover on a StepChild Snowboard!
What are you waiting for? Go grab your issue from your local store now!
Elena Hight Joins the Nike 6.0 Crew
03 years ago
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“Elena is a great addition to our team. Nike 6.0 has always been about the youth and capturing the energy and enthusiasm of this culture on and off the snow. Elena can ride it all, but is best known for her explosive halfpipe runs. Despite her age, Elena has the confidence, focus, and talent of a seasoned pro. She is pushing women’s snowboarding to a new level, and has the kind of style that earns her the respect and recognition of snowboarders young and old.”
–Barrett Christy, Snowboard Mentor (more…)
Elena Hight Joins Volcom’s Snow Program
03 years ago
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Volcom is proud to announce Elena Hight has joined the Volcom snow program. The young and accomplished rider has been with Volcom streetwear since October 2005. Starting immediately she will be rocking Volcom from her beanie to the board under her feet. (more…)
Oakley Launches Gretchen Bleiler Signature Series Collection
03 years ago
FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif., Sept. 16, 2008 – Oakley, Inc. today announced the launch of the Gretchen Bleiler Signature Series Collection, a women’s line of technical outerwear, lifestyle apparel and accessories available this fall from the Olympic silver medalist and four-time X Games snowboard champion.
Gretchen worked with Oakley’s expert designers to create a 17-piece collection that ranges from goggles and sunglasses to jackets and accessories, many of which carry her signature lion motif. (more…)
Endeavor Signs Jacob Koia To Multi Year Sponsorship Deal
03 years ago
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Jacob Koia has signed a multi year sponsorship deal with Endeavor Snowboards. Jake has been with Endeavor since day one and has grown with the brand over the last six years. The sponsorship agreement formalizes the partnership and commitment to each other over the exciting years to come.
“I’m stoked its official; Serfas and Jenke have helped me out so much over the years I couldn’t imagine myself anywhere else. Endeavor has come a long way from snowboards to streetwear lines. Hands down Endeavor is one of the most innovative companies out there and I’m excited to be a part of it.” – Jake Koia (more…)
K2 Snowboarding Hires on Joel Brinson to the Seattle Based Design Crew
03 years ago
SEATTLE, Wash. (September 8th, 2008) – After a solid four years in the Northeast, Joel Brinson has made the cross country move to the great Northwest and “is fully stoked about the opportunity to join the talented design crew at K2 Snowboarding.” Joel brings a distinct design aesthetic and vast knowledge of the industry to K2 that complements the artistic stylings of K2 designers, Cory Little, Jessie Federico and Jered Garrison. (more…)