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Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Voting, like throwing your first 360, getting
first chair, or making out in the gondy, is a rite of passage.
Unfortunately, casting a ballot in America today usually amounts to
selecting the person you dislike the least.
Luckily, there’s the 2007 Powder Reader Poll, where we ask our reading
faithful to vote for their favorite skiers. It’s your chance to tell us
who you think represents the best of our sport. It’s a positively
joyous experience! No annoying campaign ads, no standing in line, and
no confusion with those old hags at the voting precinct.
So stand up and be heard. From now until January 1, 2007, you can cast
your vote for the 10 male and five female skiers you believe to be the
best of the best. Just type in a name to make your selection.
Winners will be announced at the Seventh Annual Powder Video and Reader Poll awards show in Aspen, Colorado, on January 27.
Vote Right Now!
Thursday, November 16, 2006
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Please help us honour the memory of Carey Bokser by bidding on the items below. Carey passed away in a skiing accident last year.
The purpose of the CareyBokserAuction is to set up a Bike Industry Trust Fund
for Carey’s daughter, Noa. She’s got the riding bug in her veins, and
we want to help her have the freedom to ride wherever she pleases later
in life.
We would like to thank all of our supporters.
For more info:
Download the Press Release or contact info@careybokserauction.com
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Auction Items:
The auction will remain open from Nov. 15, 2006 to December 8th, 2006.
Nelson, British Columbia Freeride Dream Trip
Enjoy
an epic mountain bike safari to one of world’s sweetest freeride and
all-mountain bike destinations. All you have to do is get yourself and
a friend to this funky little off-road mecca in the southern BC
interior (3 hours north of Spokane International), and this package
takes care of the rest.
Includes (based on two people):
- Two nights accommodation at the Hume Hotel in downtown Nelson www.humehotel.com
- Freeride
Entertainment hookup: Full Freeride schwag package, including copies of
Retrospective and NWD 7. Ride with the Freeride athlete of your choice.
Want Simmons in town to hit the trails with? We’ll make it so.
- Fancy dinner for two at the very tasty All Season’s Café www.allseasonscafe.com
- Private, biodiesel fueled Unimog shuttle to the 5,200-foot singletrack gem, Burned and Beyond. Courtesy of Gravity Adventures www.gravityadventures.com
- Full, special lovin’ tune-up from the boys at the Sacred Ride Bike and Board www.sacredride.ca
- Thick schwag package from Gericks Cycle www.gericks.com
- A
day spent shuttling the phenomenal alpine freeride descents of Baldface
Lodge. End the day with the longest mountain bike descent in North
America—6,300-foot Shannon Pass, www.baldface.net
- Two pairs of Maxxis tires custom tailored to your riding style and the conditions during your trip, courtesy of NRG Enterprises www.nrg.com
- Framed
action photo of you and your buddy/lady ripping Nelson’s primo
singletrack, courtesy of world-renowned action sports photographer Dave
Heath
*Plus,
parties, epic riding partners, the low-down on the secret nugs and lots
and lots of local love. Estimated value $2,500 CAD
2006 Red Bull Full Face Helmet
Signed and donated by Aaron Chase.
Signed Fox Jersey's and Oakley Goggles
Worn in the Red Bull Rampage, donated by Thomas Vanderham.
Full Freeride Kit Worn by Wade Simmons
Mountain
bike kit worn during his New World Disorder 7 segment, which was shot
in Nelson, BC. Kit includes Troy Lee knee and shin guards, Bell Helmet,
and Oakley gloves, shorts, goggles and signed jersey.
Joe Schwartz Sepia Toned Picture
Custom frame is 21" by 26" made from Obeechi Wood with Tru
Guard UV glass filters out 97% UV rays. Image size is 13" by 19". Photo taken in Squamish, B.C. Donated by: John Gibson
Dakine Gravity Camps Custom Hydration Backpack, Signed Poster & Helly Hansen jersey, and new Shimano Saint Cranks
Dakine
Gravity Camps custom hydration backpack, signed poster, signed Helly
Hansen jersey and brand new Shimano Saint cranks. Donated by Andrew
Shandro.
Brand new 2006 888 RC2X fork
Brand new 2006 888 RC2X fork black with stem and fabric carrying case. Donated by Big Bri at The Bicycle Cafe, Canmore, AB.
Original frame used by Dave Watson
Original
frame used by Dave Watson for his famous jump of the Tour de France.
Mounted with commemorative plaque. Donated by Dave Watson.
Smith moto goggles signed by Travis Pastrana
Smith moto goggles signed by Travis Pastrana, donated by Smith Optics.
World Champion DH Jersey
World Champion jersey, signed by Fabien Barel, donated by Kona and Fabien Barel.
2006 189cm Rossignol BSquad Team Issue Skis
Bokser's
favourite pair of skis: a brand new, fresh out of the wrapper pair of
2006 189cm Rossignol BSquad Team Issue skis, donated by Paddy
Kaye/Rossignol.
06 Specialized Claw Edition autographed helmet
Brand new 06 Specialized Claw Edition helmet, signed and donated by Darren Berrecloth.
Framed Print of Darren Berrecloth
30" by 24" framed print of Darren Berrecloth by photographer Sterling Lorence. Donated by Sterling Lorence and RaceFace.
Limited Edition BC Chromag Team Belt
Limited
Edition BC underground, hardcore Chromag team belt, worn by Steve Peat
and Tyler Morland. Donated by Ian Ritz/Chromag Bikes.
Lifetime subscription to Bike Magazine
Donated by Derek Dejonge/Bike Magazine
Two Year Subscription to Decline Magazine
Two year subscription to Decline Magazine, donated by H3 Publications.
Thanks for all your bids and support!
Auction organizers: The Kootenay Muscle - Derek Westerlund, Scott Dickson, Brian Chard, Mike Seniuk, Bruce Gardave, Mitchell Scott
For information please contact Mitchell Scott – 250-352-9535
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Friday, November 10, 2006
The U.S. National Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame Host
Induction Ceremonies During SIA.07
McLean, VA (November 9, 2006) –
The U.S. National Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame and Museum has announced that
they will host their Induction Ceremony at the SIA.07 SnowSports Trade Show for
the first time. Jonny Moseley, Julie Parisien and Trace Worthington will all
be inducted into the Hall of Fame during a ceremonial breakfast on January
24, 2007. In addition, a reception in
their honor will take place the Opening Night of SIA.07, Monday, January 22nd.
Jonny Moseley,
Olympic Champion freestyle skier; Julie
Parisien, Olympic silver medalist and outstanding all-round skier at
the World Cup level; and Trace Worthington,
the “Ace” of freestyle skiing in the 1990’s will all be present in Las Vegas
during the SIA Show.
Since its inception in 1954 the National Hall of Fame has held the
induction of honored members in Ishpeming, Michigan, the birthplace of organized skiing in America
and the home of the Hall of Fame. “Moving this event to Las Vegas recognizes
the importance of the SIA SnowSports Trade Show and is an opportunity for
everyone in the ski and snowboarding community to witness the presentation of
our highest and most permanent honor to the truly outstanding competitors from
our sport,” said Tom West, president and CEO of the US Ski and Snowboard Hall
of Fame.
“We are very excited to be working with the Hall of Fame and hosting
the Induction ceremony at our Show,” said SIA President
David Ingemie. “Not only do we have the opportunity
to recognize these athletes that have made great contributions to our industry;
but this event also helps us achieve our goal to position the SIA Show as the
ultimate gathering place for the entire snow sports industry.”
For those persons wishing to attend the Induction Ceremony on January
24th, please contact the U.S. National Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame at (906)
485-6323 or by email: administrator@skihall.com
to secure your tickets. Attendance for the SIA-sponsored reception
on Monday, January 22nd is free and all SIA attendees are welcome to
attend. For more information on this event and the SIA.07 Show, log onto www.snowsports.org.
The
SIA SnowSports Trade Show is the largest sports specific trade show
for the industry. Snow sports manufacturers, distributors, buyers,
sales
representatives, press/media, industry professionals and athletes
convene in Las Vegas to preview the future year's products for ski,
snowboard,
Nordic, snowshoe, telemark, fashion and accessories. The SIA.07
SnowSports
Trade Show will take place January
22-25, 2007 , at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas . Media
can log onto www.snowsports.org or contact Alicia
Allen of SIA at 703/506-4214 or at aallen@thesnowtrade.org
or Lori Crabtree at Stanwood & Partners Public
Relations at 307/690-6427 or by email at lcrabtree@wyoming.com.
– SIA –
SnowSports
Industries America (SIA) is the intelligent partner of the snow
sports industry. SIA annually produces the SIA SnowSports Show, the
largest
industry trade show and networking environment, and delivers invaluable
data,
support and marketing products. SIA serves as the national,
not-for-profit,
member-owned trade association representing snow and winter sports
companies.
For more information, check out www.thesnowtrade.org. SnowSports
Industries America , 8377-B Greensboro Drive , McLean , VA 22102-3587 .
Phone: (703) 556-9020, Fax: (703) 821-8276, E-mail: siamail@thesnowtrade.org
Saturday, November 04, 2006
 The world elite of freeskiing and snowboarding will challenge the monster jump at the Olympic Arena Stockholm Stadion in Sweden the second weekend of November. Live acts, a rail arena, film premieres, a winter sport fair, after parties and a lot more - all of it for free. 25 000 tickets will be distributed each day of this two-day-event. The Nokia Snowboard FIS World Cup Big Air Tour, coming to Stockholm November 11, initiated this huge event. The Big Air contest in Stockholm is the first out of six during 2006/2007 gathering the best line up ever in a world cup event. Riders like Hampus Mosesson, Mathieu Crepel and Andreas Wiig are up for the show. A gigantic ramp is starting its construction this week thanks to 80 ton scaffolding and a massive amount of workers at the unique Olympic Arena of 1912. The ramp is higher – 33 m – steeper and longer than normal and the goal is to make it as similar to a big jump in a natural snowpark as possible. Count on huge air. Friday, November 10, the world freeski elite including Simon Dumont, Sammy Carlson and the Swedish mega stars Jon Olsson and Jacob Wester will fly around 20 metres in Peak Performance – King of Style. On Friday 10 November the Free Radicals latest ski movie Snowblind will have its premiere on the giant screens at the Stockholm Stadion just before the freeskiing finals. The snowboard movie Mack Dawg – Follow me around will show on the giant screens on the Saturday. Later on the party continues both nights at a venue in the city centre of Stockholm. An electronic theme will rule the ending party on Saturday 11 November with live acts, DJ’s and VJ’s. - The combination of good music, action, life style, city, parties and contests should be a colourful inspiration for all of us waiting for snow and winter, said organiser Ulf Mård. Confirmed skiers - Peak Performance King of Style - Friday 10 November: 24 invited – 21 confirmed Jon Olsson (SWE), Jacob Wester (SWE), Niklas Karlström (SWE), Niklas Karlsson (SWE), Simon Dumont (USA), Sammy Carlson (USA), Peter Olineck (USA), Pep Fujas (USA), TJ Schiller (CA), PK Hunder (NO), Andreas Håtveit (NO), Martin Mishof (AUT), Charles Gagnier (CA), Adam Falk (SWE), Henrik Harlaut (SWE), Oscar Scherlin (SWE), Taisuke Kusunoki (JAP), Aurilien Fornier (FR), Eric Strand (SWE), Richard Permin (FR), Kalle Leinonen (FI). Confirmed Snowboarders - Nokia Snowboard FIS World Cup Big Air - Saturday 11 November: Hampus Mosesson (SWE), Jakob Wilhemson (SWE), Mathieu Crepel (FR), Andreas Wiig (Nor), Stein Solberg (NO), Martin Cernik (CZK), Markus Keller (SUI), Jonas Carlsson (SWE), Risto Mattila (FI), Antti Autti (FI), Kratter Giacomo (ITA), Chris Sörman (SWE), Simon Ax (SWE), and many more. Total prize money: 40 000 USD Confirmed Artists: Fredagen 10 November: Snook / Hip Hop Lördagen 11 November: Petter, Mange Schmidt / Hip Hop When 12 am to 9 pm Friday and Saturday 10-11 November. Freeski: Peak Performance King of Style, 10 November, Finals 5 pm – 9 pm Snowboard: Nokia Snowboard FIS World Cup Big Air, 11 November, Finals 5 pm – 9pm Tickets Tickets are available at Stadium stores 2-8 November. Remaining tickets will be handed out at the entry of the Stockholm Stadion 10-11 November. Partners: Nokia, Stadium, Peak Performance, Stockholm Stad, Swatch, Corona, Scandic, Screenbolaget, Voice, Transition, Sportguiden. Website: www.winterjam.seFor more information and accreditation please contact: Media relations Josefine Ås josefine.as@free.fr cell: +46 705 75 53 08 Event organiser Ulf Mard ulf.mard@mardhagen.se cell: + 46 70 631 35 23
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