Hiking to find some untouched pow.

The contest was organized by a band of stoked riders from the entire valley.

We’re one big happy family, and everyone is stoked for everyone.

Zinal Freeride 2012

Fist bumps and pole whacking were pretty much standard at every drop-in, as everyone was super stoked!

Despite the warm and sunny weather, the snow was surprisingly good.

After a guided descent we were treated to free beer and music!

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The contest consisted of four qualification runs and one final run for the best riders.

French ski bum ‘MichMich’ throwing a huge spread eagle during one of his runs.

The occasional gnarly crash…

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Charging hard off a cliff!

Weird stuff happening at the after party.

Saucer Boy would have been proud.

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A lost ski is reunited with his master, thanks again for bringing my baby back!

The next morning it was time for the final showdown.

I’m already looking forward to next year!

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The Badamicale family

See you next year!

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