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We work really hard to bring new and exciting angles to our films. Shots that help the viewers feel more part of the session and we try to give each shot some creativity or an artsy fartsy look. We use special lenses, dolly tracks and follow cam angles.

On Saturday, May 3rd we tried a new angle. The Sandbox crew and our new film, 'ALL DAY EVERYDAY' stepped up to our first badass helicopter shoot. The Whistler/Blackcomb marketing team, along with the park staff put together one of the best sunset film shoots ever done in Whistler. The jump was perfect and the riders loved it. They had a lot of time to warm up and get it dialed while the sun dropped below the clouds. We called in the heli and got Clayton and Hockenstein suited up in their harnesses ready to hang out of the doorless chopper. Clayton had never even been in a helicopter before and now he was hanging out of the side door held on by a climbing harness. It was a pretty exciting scene when the chopper showed up, the clouds finally cleared was and everybody got amped up to shoot.

By the time the riders, filmers and the pilot got their timing right, the sunset was perfect. The pressure was definitely on and everyone stepped up to the challenge. The pilot had to get the chopper really low and tight to the riders so Clayton could get the sunset un the background. This meant he was just a few feet above the treetops, Clayton's shots were smooth and the riders stomped 900's and 1080's as the sunset lit up the sky.

After waiting anxiously through three days of bad weather and all the work and effort to build and maintain the jump, it all came together in a fast paced, two hour session of flying, filming and riding. Wish you could have been there to see and feel the energy of it all. Can't wait for everyone to see the shots in the new film.

Special thanks to Alex and Whistler/Blackcomb for building a really good jump, thanks to Blackcomb Helicopters for the great flying and thanks to everyone else who helped make this shoot such a huge success.

Jump prep by the Whistler/Blackcomb park crew. Photo: the_flying_finn@hotmail.com

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Published by snowboard.com: 4:46 PM
Updated On: 5/26/2008 at 6:47 PM

Snowboarding in South America

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Winter can be one of the longest seasons depending on where you live. It can also be the shortest. Finding time to get out into the snow if you’re a snowboarder takes patience, discipline and time. This is why PowderQuest Tours one of the longest most established tour companies in South America is offering a new concept in our tour line up this coming winter season in Argentina. Ever wondered how the pros ride the mountains and where they do it in the summer months? Then this trip is for you. Jump in the van for this snowboarding road trip through the mystical area of Patagonia, Argentina. High peaks and deep snow await you in one of the least populated places on planet Earth. All during the summer months of June through September.

Why is this trip different then other PowderQuest trips?

Guided by pro snowboarder and Canadian legend SHIN CAMPOS from Whistler, BC, Canada. Shin and his 12 years riding as a pro snowboarder brings an added edge to this adventure. You’ll get a rare insight into freeride snowboarding and get tips and advice from a pro that’s been across the globe riding the world’s most amazing snow locations. This coupled with long time veteran of South America, Spencer Francey from Banff, Alberta, Canada as your other South American guide.

This unique team of guides will offer inside knowledge of terrain as well as freeride tips, taking yo ur riding to the next level. You’ll get to ride terrain and see South America through the eyes of riders that have been coming to South America for more than a decade. Want to hit up some cliffs? Cruise open powder and hit the nightlife with people who know what snowboarders want. South America will change your life and your definition of summer vacation.

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Published by snowboard.com: 4:41 PM

Zion wants your design! T-Shirt contest

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

We wanted to get you guys more involved in our company and so we figured - what better way to do it than a T Shirt Design Contest. Here's how it works. Submit your design to walter@zionsnowboards.com by June 20th 2008. The winning designer will get two t shirts with their design on them. We will also produce a limited run of t shirts with the winning design on them, so you can brag to your friends about it. Please include at least one of the following logos somewhere in your design. If you need the logos sent to you in Illustrator or Photoshop format - please email walter at the address above.

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Published by snowboard.com: 4:06 PM

BAGJUMP SpringBreak08 Kühtai-Tirol

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

From 6^thto 13^th of April 2008 Kühtai hosted the BAGJUMP SpringBreak08 Snowboard&Freeski Camp. The Film&Foto Award presented by TVB-Kühtai was an additional feature to the Camp where filmer and photographers had the chance to get the best shots from the whole resort and be rewarded with 2000Euro prize-money. Good riders had the chance to get some international coverage and present their skills. This event was a unique experience for snowboarder, freeskier, filmer- and photographer!

A perfect shaped park, the BAGJUMP MegaBag for training and 4 IOU-Special obstacles prepared for shootings throughout the backcountry. The Völkl Pro Team was here to coach and film for the Völkl-Movie the whole week and many other international Pros to get some last shots from the 2007/08 Season with over 40 international photographers and filmers around. Some lucky campers got a Völkl Sponsorship because of their amazing riding skills. The weather was like it is in April: unpredictable! As we had Snowstorms and waist deep powder for the first 3 days and fine spring slush with mostly blue sky for the rest of the SpringBreak08. Camp-Hotel Marlstein was located close by and the food was excellent with breakfast buffets in the morning and 4 course dinners in the evenings.

Campers and daily visitors had the chance to win Zimtstern, Völkl, Gravis and X-Double prizes in the everyday mini-competitions like Poker-Tournaments, Best Trick-MegaBag, Night-Sessions on the special spots and the XBOX360 Guitar Hero Madness. Due to the bad weather Saturdays SpringOFF Slopestyle Contest took place on the rails whit over 60 motivated riders giving their best to win money and prizes.

Everyone could get 2009 Boards and Skis at the Völkl Test in the chill area and test their new Board or Ski of Choice. Listening to fine tunes coming from the RedBull Event Car mixed by Dj Seren and eating at the BAGJUMP BBQ/Grill was a good chance to regain energy for riding. While watching international Pros practicing contest winning tricks into the MegaBag not only media but also the crowd and people passing by took out the camera to capture the action.

Read a more details from BAGJUMP SpringBreak08 in Playboard, Pleasure, Onboard, Methodmag and Shralp.com!

Results BAGJUMP SpringBreak08 Film&Foto Award presented by TVB-Kühtai:

2000.- Euro prizemoney!

Springbreak08 Video-Award:

Judging by: Helge Zirkl (Playboard Magazine), Mee-z (www.shralp.com), Richard Prendergast (Method.tv) and viewing-points on blip.tv.

1^stPlace with 95 points: Niki Kranebitter AUT (To watch this clip: Aufmschlauch@SpringBreak08: http://blip.tv/file/834426/)

2^nd Place with 94 points: Chris Garside NZL (To watch this clip: Völkl-Team@SpringBreak08: http://blip.tv/file/843655/)

2^nd Place with 94 points: James Vooght NL (To watch this clip: Flash Horton&Niki Korpela@SpringBreak08: http://blip.tv/file/834929)

The winner clip will be shown on www.shralp.com, www.method.tv, www.playboard.de and www.BAGJUMP.com.

SpringBreak08 Foto-Award:

Judging by: Markus Fischer (Pleasure Magazine), Sami Touriniemi (Onboard Magazine) and Richard Walch (Pro-Photographer).

3 categories: Best Single Picture Snowboard or Ski, Best Sequence Snowboard, Best Ski Picture.

Best Single Shot Springbreak 08:

1^st Place with 122 points: Thomas Holleis AUT (Rider: Daniel Mösl, Trick: OneFoot)

The winner picture will be published in Pleasure Magazine this Fall! The rider on the picture wins a subscription to Pleasure Magazine for one Year!

Best Sequence SpringBreak08:

1^st Place with 75 points: Jason Horton ENG (Rider: Niki Korpela, Trick: Fs360drop)

The winning sequence will be published in Onboard Magazine! The rider on the sequence wins a subscription to Onboard Magazine for one Year!

Best Ski Picture SpringBreak08:

1^st Place with 111 points: Michael Obex AUT (Rider: Niko Rauch, Trick: WallrideSlide)

The winner will be published in Skiing Magazine! The rider on the picture wins a subscription to Skiing Magazine for one Year!

Congratulations to all winners!

Last but not least we would like to thank all participants, Sponsors, Media for making this event such a huge success.

Sponsors: TVB-Kühtai, Bergbahnen Kühtai, Völkl, RedBull, Zimtstern, Gravis, X-Double, Tobis Travel Solutions, Himaya.

Media Partners: Playboard Magazine, Pleasure Magazine, Onboard Magazine, Methodmag, shralp.com.

Watch out for the BAGJUMP SpringBreak09 with even more features than this year!

For more BAGJUMP action visit us at the Camp of Champions COC in Whistler B.C. Canada from June 21 to July 19 2008.

(www.campofchampions.com)

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Published by snowboard.com: 2:26 PM

Frequency TSJ #6.3 is out

Friday, May 09, 2008

Mt. Baker, WA – You thought it was over? Think again. With several feet of fresh these last few weeks, lifts running well into May, no crowds, full snowpack, and tons of daylight, frequency TSJ #6.3 drops just in time for those who ride beyond December. From Snowbird to A-Basin, to Whistler, to Tuckerman’s to Alpental: snowboarding continues in full force, and South America/New Zealand deep pow sessions are just around the corner.

With the stellar photography and strong writing that frequency TSJ readers have grown to expect, #6.3 features an amazing piece with freestyle legend Jeff Brushie by one of Snowboarder’s former editors Joel Muzzey, as well as photos from Bud Fawcett, Trevor Graves and others. From humble beginnings in New England to practically writing the book on modern halfpipe riding, Brushie reflects on his career, accomplishments and future. Senior Editor Colin Wiseman takes on the issue of snowboarding’s cost barriers and accessibility with a compelling case for municipal snowboard parks a la skateboard parks. With a lot of kids in snow-bound cities who can’t get afford $80 tickets, is it time we bring the hill to them? Mammoth native son and wunderkind Eric Jackson sits down with Senior Editor John Laing to talk about his rise through the ranks, escaping the contest circuit, and getting kicked off helicopters. China has, until now, largely been a presence in snowboarding mainly via manufacturing the gear and clothing we all utilize, contributor Lorenz Holden and Mr. Wiseman however, break down this emerging shred scene and take a look at a potential massive resort explosion. As if this all isn’t enough, premier photog Adam Clark takes us on an incredible tour of his photography throughout the years with his Gallerie section. Via gut-sucking descents by Jeremy Jones, Ash Christiansen, and amazing landscapes, Adam reminds us how truly incredible it all can be.

Snowboarding: It’s not just for Christmas anymore.

Keep your subscription up, subscribe new today, or consider a gift for a shredder you love. www.frequencysnowboarding.com.

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Published by snowboard.com: 7:45 PM
Updated On: 5/9/2008 at 9:48 PM

Pro Photographer Interview with John Scarth

Tuesday, May 06, 2008

Full Name: John David Scarth
Location: Whistler BC
Favorite Quote: It's all about goodtimes!!
Equipment you shoot with: Nikon Body and lenses,, Alien Bees Flashes

What you can never leave the house without: Can't leave the house without my wallet because standing around costs money in whistler

Favorite drink of choice: Beers if it's mellow and Rye ginger when it's messy

Best thing to spend your last $5 on: 4 bowls of Kimchi hot bowl noodle,, salty carbs oh so good

If you could have anything right now, what would it be: A Lion or a Tiger and if not a Bear

Favorite artist/photographer: That's a tough one but probably Kevin Zacher or Cole Barash

So how's life as the new photo editor at SBC?
Life is definitely good working with SBC, Working for a mag is something I've hoped for since I was a wee boy. When I found out that I did get the job there was a few days of disbelief that it was for real and then my head swelled and I knew I was officially rad.

What was it like when you finally got told that you are now working at SBC?
This season I did the most travelling I have yet for sure. Being able to travel with your friends and call it work is still kind of strange. It was a great season and I hope to do it all again next year.

You've been on the road a lot, how's that?
Travelling in India was awe inspiring, anywhere you look there's an epic photo waiting to be taken. Getting around and communicating is really easy which makes it that much better.

How did you like travelling around in India?
One of the best parts of travelling this year would have to be visiting the Taj Mahal. It's something that has to be seen in person since no photo or words can do it justice, truly amazing!!

Do you have any stories about the best and worst moments of travelling this year?
You have to go with the flow when you travel so any bad moments usually turn rad pretty quick.

You must see a lot of young photographers sending you their photos, any tips for them?
It's been really cool to have young photogs send me there shots and as for tips I just tell them to try new things and be aware of some golden rules.

Anyone this year that is blowing you away behind the lens?
There have been a few photogs that have definitely impressed me this year but you'll have to check out the mag to see their work first hand and judge for yourself.

What new riders do you think are making a big splash in 2008?
Andrew Geeves and Seb Toots have been on a tear this season. I think they're both going to have a lot coming out next season as far as photos and video parts.

What trend in 2008 do you see us regretting in the future?
All trends are ones that are usually regretted and I try not to pay attention. Being conscious of Global warming and how you can help out is a trend that won't be regretted though.

What do you think of the Whistler snowboard scene?
The Whistler scene can be like high school if you want it to or it can be amazing. Depending on the person it can be good or bad. I've been having a great time here for years and I plan on continuing to do so. Bottom line is that people all end up here for one reason, the mountains not the scene.

Do you still get to go out and shoot as much as you like?
Ya I've been able to shoot as much as I did before so nothing's changed as far as that.

Anything important coming up that we should know about?
I'm turning 29 this summer which should be pretty rad, want to come to my party?

Where can we see your work?
Snowboard Canada is the best place but just check photo credit and it might be mine somewhere else as well

Thanks, any shout outs?
Thanks to my wife Dawn, Family and friends and anyone I've met along the way. Good times had.

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