Seems Salomon’s Jed Anderson is making the rounds these days with his wild antics both on and off the snow. Here are some of Mr. Anderson’s finer moments of skate and snow footage from last year. Sorry, while there’s lots of high-fives and bro hugging there is no boy kissing included in this edit.
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More snow shred action from Rip Curl, Absinthe Films, and Victor De Le Rue.
Victor DE LE RUE is an amazing rider who raised his riding skills to another level last season. Riding steep icy lines, massive kickers in the BC or simply playing with natural terrain in Alaska, Victor can do it all.
Yes, it appears that he can.
[Link via Transworld Snowboarding]
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We’re always interested in people’s side project (wonder why?). And snow photographer Oli Gagnon has a great one–drumming in the “doom metal” band Hoopsnake. This is their first music video titled Curse of the White Widow. It has all the key elements: heavy bass, banging drums, strangulation, decapitation, masturbation, amputation, cannibalism, and a zombie. But we don’t want to ruin it for you. Just watch it. For an interview with Gagnon click the link.
[Link: Snowboarder Magazine]
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Don’t be fooled. Everyone needs a new pair of goggles. That old pair that you think is all good just spent the summer packed up and crushed in a dank snowboard bag. They’ve most likely been mangled in the process. That’s why these Spy Bravos may be the perfect gift for the 2014-15 season.
The Bravo is a midsize goggle that features Spy’s Lock Steady™ technology — the quickest, fingerprint free lens change system on the market. See better. Feel better. Perform better. A free mirrored bonus lens allows you to adjust quickly to changing conditions. They feature: custom built from a flexible polyurethane frame, anti-fog 5.5-base ARC® spherical dual-lens system with anti-scratch protection, free mirrored bonus lens, triple-layer Isotron™ face foam with moisture-wicking Dri-Force™ fleece, Silicone-ribbed strap, 100% UV protection, Helmet compatible with the most popular helmets on the planet.
Seriously, what more could you ask for. Yes, the Bravo comes in 11 color ways, but we like it black. The Bravo retails for $184.95 and can be purchased right here.
[Link: Spy Optic]
12 Days Of Gifts Day 2: Stance Wittlake Five-Toe Compression Socks
12 Days Of Gifts Day 1: Byrd Dopp Bag
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We’ve never been all that hyped on getting socks for Christmas, but that was before we slipped into these Stance Wittlake five-toe compression socks. These things are designed for snowboarding, but once our feet were in them we realized they’re pretty good for everything from kicking around the house, to rolling skateparks in the winter.
For this sock Stance partnered with Scotty Wittlake and Injinji. The Wittlake features Injinji’s patented five-toe design, which properly aligns toes for natural movement. To enhance circulation and reduce fatigue, the sock provides varying degrees of compression throughout the lower leg. And to keep things extra comfy, the Wittlake sports a beefy shin cushion, arch support, and a deep heel pocket. Follow your toes to freedom.
After wearing these 51 percent merino wool socks around for a couple days it feels almost wrong to have all our toes crammed next to each other in our shoes. Believe the five-toe hype. The Stance Wittlake’s retail for $32 and can be purchased right here.
[Link: Stance]
12 Days Of Gifts Day 1: Byrd Dopp Bag
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The West is currently getting pummeled by its first real winter storm of the 14-15 season and the snow is beginning to pile up (we know, everyone else already got theirs). So as a reminder for what it’s going to be like tomorrow morning, here’s a little taste of the Canadian Chronicles with Zeal Optics riders Andrew Burns, Craig Beaulieu and Jake Bauer.
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The traveling shred always needs to look good, and looking good these days requires some gear. The best way we’ve found to carry our “intimate items” around is in this bullet proof Byrd Dopp Bag.
This slick travel kit is sized to carry and protect all your personal travel items. Constructed from durable tarpaulin material for maximum wear resistance, the bag has an inner divider and a handy stash pocket inside to keep things tidy. Its compact and lightweight nature keep your essentials on-the-go. The bag also features custom Byrd Hardware throughout.
The bag retails for $50 and is available at Byrdhair.com. And while you’re at it, check out their entire line of quality hairdo products like Byrd Pomade in classic, matte, and light formulas for the proper look of a well kempt man.
[Link: Byrd Hairdo Products]
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Danny Davis’ 44-minute snowboarding film Peace Park will be airing on ABC on Sunday November 30, 2014 at 11 AM PST.
“Peace Park is all about bringing the soul back into snowboarding,” comments Davis. “I’m really stoked that my sponsors believe in me and continue to support my vision of keeping snowboarding fun and creative. This year’s Peace Park is different than any other, offering something for every style of snowboarder to ride. We had riders from all around the world show up!”
After the NBC premiere you’ll be able to watch the whole thing again on the Youtube channel of a certain mouse dissolving (but soon no longer flame retarding) caffeinated, carbonated, high fructose corn syrup product marketed as a drink. But please, don’t put that stuff in your body no matter how cool Mr. Davis makes it look.
For most of the official word from Burton, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
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Two years in the making, Far From Home Movie tells the story of Brolin Mawejje and his bout to become Africa’s first Olympic snowboarder. Born in Kampala, Uganda, Brolin’s life has been a tumultuous journey of highs and lows, rejection and acceptance. With the support of his community, Brolin is realizing his potential as an Olympian and as a doctor with dreams of building a hospital in his country’s capital. Far From Home will premiere in the beginning of Winter 2015.
[Link: Far From Home]
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Yuma Abe on his way to Third. Photo: Blotto
Burton Snowboards and Mini threw a massive street rail contest in Tokyo last weekend. It was the 4th annual Burton Rail Days and more than 5,000 people reportedly came out to see the action going down.
In the end, it was Zach Aller (CAN) who took home $15,000 with a first place finish. Aller’s first run of frontside board slide, backside 180 to board slide on the transfer, and 50-50 on the ledge to wall ride was good enough to get the win. In second place was Jaeger Bailey (USA) with a 50-50, 270 to board slide, and 50-50 on the ledge. And finally, Yuma Abe (JPN) took third-place honors with a wall ride 540. Zach Aller not only came away with his first Burton Rail Days title, but also had one of the more impressive stories of the week. After a last-minute opening in the competition, Aller was contacted with an invitation, just hours before he jumped on a plane to Tokyo to compete.
For the official word from Burton, please follow the jump. [click to continue…]
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