Heckler Magazine introduces first annual Rattlesnake Rampage at Boreal
The first contest of its kind, the Rattlesnake Rampage combines a switch-stance boardercross race with a switch method big air contest. No spin-to-win or pipe-jock antics here, this is real snowboarding at it’s finest.
Check out all the details on heckler.com.
March 13th, 2013
SIMS: The history of Tom and his brand
Sims has released its history section giving a detailed account of Tom and his brand. From the firsts he achieved in snowboarding to a yearly account of the Sims brand, Tom Sims has undoubtably left his mark in our beloved sport.
Check out the well designed, powerful history of sims.
March 13th, 2013
Burton’s Jussie Oksanen works the balancing act
From Burton.com:
Juggling a successful professional snowboarding career and a well-balanced family life is not easy, but Jussi Oksanen seems to have it pretty figured out. Jetting back and forth from So Cal to Whistler, Jussi is able to film his video part and still spend a good amount of time with his family. This is in addition to filming a part for Real Snow Backcountry and being invited to Red Bull’s Ultra Natural, it could be worth taking notes on this one.
Read the full story at burton.com.
March 12th, 2013
Spring Break 2013: evo’s seven best spots to let loose while you’re still young
Jake Garret:
It is on the way, or for some of you it’s already here; never-the-less it’s time to make the most of your extended break! It may cross your mind to head to the hot beaches of Miami, to the sands of Cancun, or even the bustling streets of a European city, but before you commit to any of those, here are a few other options that are sure to be an awesome time!
March 11th, 2013
Backcountry filming with Kimmy Fasani
One of only a handful of female backcountry riders in the filming game, Kimmy Fasani has earned her stripes by riding with some of the best backcountry crews around. At Mt. Hood last summer, Kimmy talked a bit about the daily grind of filming and what a mixed blessing having a snowmobile is.
Read the full interview at burton.com.
February 26th, 2013
Win a pair of Zeal Z3 GPS goggles from Active Junky
Looking to rock the latest in goggle technology? Active Junky has teamed up with Zeal Optics to give away its new Z3 GPS goggle to keep you connected everywhere on the mountain.
Head over to Active Junky’s facebook page to enter.
February 25th, 2013
The New York Times interviews Jeremy Jones about “Blazing Icy Trails”
It’s not often the main stream media features the likes of us “rebels” in the snowboard world. They probably can’t get over the fact that we do what we love and aren’t stuck behind some shitty desk with an endless view of skyscrapers through a window on the other side of the office.
But when they do, we appreciate it. It opens up our world to the masses. It gives the rat race a small taste of what it’s like to love what you do (Yes, some may love the race). And that’s exactly what the latest New York Times article achieves as Max Klinger tells the story of Jeremy Jones, and how his adventures into the unknown are beyond belief.
Read the full story “A Soft-Spoken Snowboarder Blazes Icy Trails” at nytimes.com.
February 23rd, 2013
The Asymbol Gallery sticker pack – A must have
Love stickers? The Asymbol Gallery sticker pack is a set no snowboarder should go without.
Head over to asymbolgallery.com and pick up a set for yourself.
February 22nd, 2013
Dave Downing discusses the 2015 Family Tree
Fresh off a recent trip to Baldface Lodge in Nelson, BC, home of the Red Bull Ultra Natural, Dave Downing and a heavy crew of riders including Terje Haakonsen tested out the new line of Burton Family Tree boards due out in 2015.
See what Dave has to say about the 2015 Family Tree at Burton.com.
February 19th, 2013
Get your Craig Kelly mural from Asymbol Gallery at 20% off
Add some class to your art collection at 20% off with the Asymbol Gallery Craig Kelly Mural. February 20th is the last day to snag this amazing piece at a discounted price.
Head over to asymbolgaller.com to get yours.