Baselayer 101: Materials and Technology

Ah, the humble base layer… Dirty, smelly, and doing the grunt work of your layering system. WHAT IS A BASE LAYER? Synthetic base layers tend to be cheaper and more durable than merino, and wick sweat much better. Synthetic layers deal with sweat and moisture by wicking it along the fibres and away from your skin. The highly humid air within naturally wants to move towards equilibrium which means the cooler, drier outside....

March 26, 2015 · 2 min · 266 words · Amanda Tate

The JP Memorial

Weve carried on through our respective winters, sure. Weve marked, in our respective ways, the departure of a heavy force. But if youll allow me, Ill say that were ready to break out. If youll allow me, I think its time to celebrate. And shit, what a life to celebrate. For everyone in attendance: Best Hair Make JP Proud! Most Fun You guessed it, if you have the most fun, you win this one....

March 26, 2015 · 1 min · 113 words · Steven Bowers

How to Fix a Broken Edge

I’ve don’t it several more times since, all with good results. The rail broke my edge and pushed both sides in under my base. STEP 1: Use the razor blade to cut the base out around the broken edge. You may or may not be able to keep the base graphic in tact. Scrape deep with your prying tool while you’re getting the base off if that’s important to you....

March 25, 2015 · 2 min · 273 words · Lori Jimenez

North Face Park and Pipe Open Winners Announced

After intense deliberation the judges have chosen their winners (full results below). While the other top scores were all great runs, Wallace’s run just had something special. He was the only competitor to include a pole tap rodeo 5 in his run." Right behind Wallace, Colby Stevenson and Brent Whipple rounded out the men’s Slopestyle podium. Broby Leeds and Austin Simonpietri rounded took second and third in the closely contested halfpipe division....

March 25, 2015 · 1 min · 109 words · Deborah Roberts

Progression at the Suzuki Nine Queens 2015

I just dont want this to end, she said stoked on the week. Looking forward to see Katie stomp that trick at the next Suzuki Nine Queens.

March 25, 2015 · 1 min · 27 words · Mike Cabrera

Coalition Snow: Join the Revolution!

http://www.newschoolers.com/watch/763217.0/Kickstarter-Video-CS Coalition Snow is the first ski and snowboard company making gear designed by women for women. Women want gear that doesnt hold them back. Instead of gear that compensates for assumed physical weaknesses Coalition Snow makes skis and boards that amplifies our strengths. Women dont want to be bystanders in a sport that ignites their passions. Coalition Snow puts women front and center through highlighting female athletes and supporting organizations such as SheJumps, S....

March 24, 2015 · 1 min · 115 words · Teresa Turner

Meet Cayden Wood

E: When did you first begin skiing? How long did it take you to get into the park? Think I did my first 360 at 5. E: What’s your favorite part about training in Minnesota? C: Rope Tows! I can get so many reps in the park. E: Least favorite part? C: The season is way too short and our jumps are usually smaller than out west. Nick and Banks are both awesome skiers, and I’m stoked to be friends with them....

March 24, 2015 · 2 min · 305 words · William Orr

Teton Wandering

“This is not skiing!” Bo moans halfway up the boot pack, and honestly, I have to agree with him. We are most definitely not skiing. Instead we seem to be walking straight up a mountain with our skis dangling off our backs. Instead we have been skinning, waddling and hiking up, around and through the pass. Some would argue that using lifts or sleds dilutes the actual meaning of skiing....

March 24, 2015 · 2 min · 248 words · Jason Lee

Check In: Inflik Media

Check In: Inflik Media Photos by Kaleb Weston & Eddie Foster Have you seen the Doorstep Project yet? If not, you probably should head over tohttp://www.inflik.caand watch it right now for free. Last year it hit film festivals and later, the web to a great reception. Our conceptual plans for the follow up to TDP were above the clouds. We started the year off with a plan, a story and a full list of riders....

March 23, 2015 · 2 min · 317 words · Danielle Williams

Stokeski Mondays- 2

My tips glide over the edge of a huge pillow line. Next thing I know, however, I am accelerating onwards through the glade. I now fly swiftly through the fresh powder, making occasional turns in huge, slow slash style. Only me, the mountain and regularly spaced, snow-laden trees, glimmering white in the morning sun. I fly through the powder, getting a face-full of fresh snow every time I make a turn....

March 23, 2015 · 1 min · 182 words · Michael Miller

Lisa Zimmerman wins Big Air contest at Suzuki Nine Queens 2015

https://www.newschoolers.com/videos/watch/762652/Contest-action-at-the-Suzuki-Nine-Queens-2015 Big Air Contest - Freeski The skiers also pulled out all the stops during the contest. Head judge Kaya Turski (CAN) explained “Lisa was on fire all day long. It’s an amazing feeling.”

March 22, 2015 · 1 min · 34 words · Henry Orozco

gandstyle

“It wasn’t supposed to be anything until Monday, then I made it on iMovie. Everyone knows that the gnarliest shit usually tends to happen when there is no camera to capture it. I love a good glidecam edit, but it’s always good to see something different and fresh.” Kory E: How have your Minnesota roots impacted your skiing? In MN it’s a snake or be snaked world, we usually try not to get snaked....

March 21, 2015 · 1 min · 208 words · Jenny Moore

Inside the B&E Invitational

I spent last week in Les Arcs at the B&E Invitational and it was crazy. But after a full 4 hour practice, it started to click. One hit straight to the next, no time to think. Pop when you should have absorbed or vice versa and youre going to get bucked. I survived but I wouldnt say I achieved any more than that. Chilling at the top of Aigulle Rouge mid-pre practice shred....

March 20, 2015 · 1 min · 177 words · Brian Garrison