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Snowboarding News - September 2007
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Thursday, 27 September 2007
After a break of one year as World Cup host, Valle Nevado welcomes the NOKIA Snowboard FIS World Cup once again. The Chilean winter sport resort will organise – like 2001, 2002, 2004 and 2005, Snowboard Cross races. From September 25th to 29th, the first two competitions of the 2007/200
8 seasons are on the program – the K.O. finals on 26th and 29th respectively.It’s already a kind of tradition, that Valle Nevado attracts an extremely strong starter field to battle for World Cup points. This year, all big names of the SBX scene are ready to enter the contests. Besides first ever Olympic Champion of this discipline Seth Wescott (USA), the reigning 2007 World Champions Lindsey Jacobellis (USA) and Xavier Delerue (FRA) will fight for Gold. But the French rider is not only the top aspirant for victory due to his WSC honours. The older brother of Paul-Henri is the most successful snowboarder in Valle Nevado. He won two of six races (2001, 2005) which have been held so far and placed second three times (2002, 2004, 2005). Only once, he didn’t make it into the top three.
But the winner of ten WC races so far isn’t the only one who triumphed twice in Chile. Jacobellis (2004, 2005) and Drew Neilson (2002, 2004) accomplished the same feat. The Canadian is hoping for a similar strong year like last season when “Druid” was able to claim three of four victories and therefore brought home the Crystal Globe in an impressive manner. But although he is entering the season with the goal of winning all races he knows that it won’t be an easy task to fulfil: “I guess my main challengers for the title will be Seth Wescott, Nate Holland and the Delerue brothers plus a few young guns like Stian Sivertzen (NOR) and Pierre Vaultier (FRA).
In addition to the riders being named by the 33-years-old title defender, David Speiser (GER), Alberto Schiavon (ITA), Lukas Gruener and Mario Fuchs (AUT) as well as Michal Novotny (CZE) and Radoslav Zidek (SVK) have also jumped on the podium before. On the women’s side, Overall World Cup winner Doresia Krings (AUT), Deborah Anthonioz and Diane Thermoz Liaudy (FRA), Helene Olafsen (NOR) as well as Switzerland’s Mellie Francon and Sandra Frei are not to underestimate.
All in all, 80 athletes from 21 nations will lead off the fight for this season’s first SBX World Cup points. In addition, good conditions are said to await the riders, with sunny skies and temperatures down to -8ºC at nighttime and up to +4ºC during the day.
Time schedule Valle Nevado, Chile:
Tuesday, September 25th, 2007: Snowboard Cross 1 - Qualification at 09:45
Wednesday, September 26th, 2007: Snowboard Cross 1 - Finals at 12:00
Friday, September 28th, 2007: Snowboard Cross 2 - Qualification at 09:45
Saturday, September 29th, 2007: Snowboard Cross 2 - Finals at 12:00
Qualification start times depend on the size of entry list / All local times.
Source:
www.boardtheworld.com
Thursday, 27 September 2007
Perhaps you're an avid snowboarder that's been in the game for years; or maybe you're a newbie boarder looking to gain some information on a past time that couldn't look more fun. Regardless, you both have something in common.You need a snowboard in order to truly experience the fun.
Below is a list of ten snowboards that may have the stuff you're looking for in 2006 - 2007.
Arbor Mystic - First, you have to love the fact that the core of this board is made of bamboo. Bamboo is strong as hell and lightweight; thus, so is this board. Further, it's environmentally friendly, which is just an added benefit. In terms of the board itself, the Arbor Mystic is an excellent freestyle board, the kind made to explode into halfpipe tricks. The best part? The Arbor Mystic doesn't wear as quick as other boards (due to the bamboo) and isn't terribly expensive.
Burton Custom X Snowboard - If you've ever heard of snowboarding, then you've probably heard of Burton. After all, Burton is snowboarding, and almost everyone, at one time or another, has come across the Custom X. As always (they've been making this board for over a decade now), Burton Custom boards are lightweight, responsive, and just dripping with pop. Even better, they look cool.
Elan Inverse 155 - One of the lightest going. The makers claim that the Advanced DG Top Technology is the cause. Regardless, riders will likely be impressed with its responsiveness and flex, not to mention its ability to handle virtually any terrain. Here's what one of the test crew participants had to say at TransworldSnowboarding about the Elan Inverse 155.
"If you ride jumps, rails, boxes, trees, junk, trash, cars, street rails- whatever you ride- the board is amazing."
Gnu Rider's Choice 157.5 MTX - This is a freestyle board that reportedly responds well into turns, lands as smooth as a baby's bottom, and generally seems willing to follow your every command. Its got a snappy flex and should be a winner in the pipe.
Nidecker Advanced 157 - This is a versatile board that works great on both rails (word is, you'll hardly know you're on one), and jumps. It's got great pop. Even better, you can get yourself a Nidecker Advanced 157 for less than $400.
Visit www.extremeprosports.com to read the full news release.
Wednesday, 26 September 2007
Bonfire Snowboarding and Monster Energy host the first stop of the fall movie tour for La La Land and In Short this Thursday, September 27th in Portland, Oregon with Exit Real World.The movies premiere at The Living Room Theater, a small, recently opened theater that special izes in independent and local films located at SW 10th and Stark. Seating is extremely limited and a small number of tickets will be available at the door on a first come first serve basis.
Riders attending include David Benedek, Leanne Pelosi, Desiree Melencoln, Eric Messier, Mikey Basich, Mikey Leblanc, Alexis Waite and Jacqui Berg.
Riders, Northwest locals and lovers of the shred are invited to an after party featuring the artwork of Bonfire’s contributing artist, Luke Yates at The Cleaners at The Ace Hotel. Full Sail Brewing will throw down 4 kegs to get the evening going. Monster Energy drinks and the local DJ crew Presents! will give everyone the option of dancing the night away.
Proceeds from ticket and raffle sales will benefit Boarding For Breast Cancer. Entry forms are available at each stop for a chance to win a free session at HCSC or a trip to Whistler Blackcomb that includes 5 nights stay at the Whistler Hilton, plus lift tickets and breakfast for two.
Tour sponsors include Bonfire Snowboarding, Monster Energy, Dakine, Salomon Snowboards, K2 Snowboards, Whistler Blackcomb, HCSC, Oakley, B4BC and Frequency Magazine.
Tour Schedule:
September 27th in Portland at The Living Room Theater with Exit Real World
September 28th in Seattle at Evo
October 10th in Denver at La Rumba
October 16th in Santa Monica at Laemmle’s Theater with ZJ Boarding House
Nov. 3rd in Brooklyn, New York at Gallapogos Art Space
For more info go to www.bonfiresnowboarding.com or www.exitrealworld.com.
Source:
www.transworldsnowboarding.com
Tuesday, 25 September 2007
The final event in the 2007 Cadbury Moro Slopestyle Series at The Remarkables took place under beautiful blue skies in the UP & GO Terrain Park on Monday, September 17.
40 freestylers on skis and snowboards turned up to enjoy riding the park features in the final of the seaso n series. Now in its ninth year, the Cadbury Moro Slopestyle involved four events over two months.
The event was run in a jam format where riders could ride the park for two hours simply signaling to the judges when they were ready to have their runs judged.
Bringing the series to a close, Youth Action Sports Co-ordinator Josh Clark thanked supporters and sponsors including Cadbury Moro, Ride Snowboards, Smith Optics, Sessions Outerwear, Quest retail, DB Export and Buffalo Club.
Winners were:
Open Men Snowboard – Keiji Okamoto
Open Men Ski – Jacques Mortimore
Junior Men Snowboard -- Alex Harper
Junior Men Ski -- Matt Soundy
Open Women Snowboard -- Shelly Gothieb
Open Women Ski -- Janina Kuzma
Junior Women Snowboard -- Leah Pihama
Junior Women Ski -- Nicole Andrews
A cash and product prize pool valued at around $3000 was shared by the winners.
“This was a relaxed but competitive event held in the UP & GO Terrain Park,” said Josh. “Freestylers were buzzing about the standard of the park and the new rails and features this year. The event provided great spectator action and the park crew did an awesome job of keeping the park in top shape for two months. Looking forward to be back bigger and better next winter.
Source:
www.boardtheworld.com
Monday, 24 September 2007
RBC announced today the 28 exceptional Canadian
athletes who have joined the RBC team as RBC Olympians for the next year.The RBC Olympians Program is a national initiative that provides elite athletes with an opportunity to gain career-oriented experience with a flexible work schedule that gives them the time necessary to train and compete. The career skills and experiences gained from working at RBC will help these athletes at different stages of their careers.
"As an RBC Olympian, I have the opportunity to develop the skills needed to be successful in my career after sports, while also allowing me to share my experiences and stories with students and communities across Canada," said Andrea Holmes, Vancouver-based RBC Paralympian, 2004 Paralympian (Athens), Athletics. "The RBC Olympians program supports amateur sport in Canada by helping Canadian athletes succeed, whether they are competing for Canada or starting a new career."
This year's RBC Olympians are a collection of hopefuls and medallists, such as Jennifer Botterill, Ice Hockey gold medallist (2006, 2002), Blythe Hartley, Diving bronze medallist (2004) and Benoit Huot, Paralympic Swimming gold medallist (2004).
"The RBC Olympians Program supports amateur athletes by providing them with the funding and flexibility they need to succeed," said Jim Westlake, group head, Canadian Banking, RBC. "Working at RBC, the athletes will be able to apply their exceptional skills and knowledge to a different playing field. We hope their experiences with the program will help them realize their fullest potential both in sports and in their future careers."
Through the RBC Olympians Program, the athletes act as community ambassadors across the country, sharing their Olympic and Paralympic Games' experiences, as well as current aspirations with schools and community groups, RBC clients and employees. RBC Olympians also help raise awareness and support for amateur sport, inspiring Canadians to be physically fit and participate in sports at all levels.
RBC Olympians for the next year are:
British Columbia
- Andrea Holmes, Paralympic Athletics, 2004 Paralympian
- Ravi Kahlon, Field Hockey, 2000 Olympian
- Anne-Marie Lefrançois, Alpine Skiing, 2002 Olympian
- Crispin Lipscombe, Snowboarding, 2006 Olympian
- Gary Reed, Athletics, 2004 Olympian
- Kristi Richards, Freestyle Ski, 2006 Olympian
- Donovan Tildesley, Paralympic Swimming, 2004 Paralympian
- Chris Wong, Freestyle Skiing, 2006 Olympian
Prairies
- Fiona Bell, Ice Hockey, Silver Medallist - 1998 Olympian
- Lisa Blackburn, Swimming, Olympic Hopeful
- Steve Elm, Speed Skating, Silver Medallist - 2006 Olympian
- Blythe Hartley, Diving, Bronze Medallist - 2004 Olympian
- Colleen Sostorics, Ice Hockey, Gold Medallist - 2006 Olympian
Ontario
- Jeff Bean, Freestyle Skiing, 2006 Olympian
- Jennifer Botterill, Ice Hockey, Gold Medallist - 2006 Olympian
- Jacquie Cook, Rowing, 2004 Olympian
- Claire Carver-Dias, Synchronized swimming, Bronze Medallist - 2000 Olympian
- Perdita Felicien, Athletics, 2004 Olympian
- Jayna Hefford, Ice Hockey, Gold Medallist - 2006 Olympian
- Gillian Apps, Ice Hockey, Gold Medallist - 2006 Olympian
Quebec
- Martine Albert, Biathlon, 2006 Olympian
- Benoit Huot, Paralympic Swimming, Gold Medallist - 2004 Paralympian
- Sandra Lize, Water Polo, 2000 Olympian
- Dominique Maltais, Snowboarding, Bronze Medallist - 2006 Olympian
Atlantic Region
- Joel Bourgeois, Athletics, 2000 Olympian
- Alex Duckworth, Snowboarding, Olympic Hopeful
- David Kikuchi, Gymnastics, 2004 Olympian
- Jay Hugh Smith, Gymnastics, Olympic Hopeful
More information on the RBC Olympians can be found at www.rbc.com.
Source:
www.newswire.ca
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