Stateline show down competition

Last week was the state line showdown slope style competition at Heavenly. The weather started out pretty nice but as soon as practice finished the wind picked up by the minute and the weather started to come in. The standard of riding was higher than I anticipated. I entered with the intention of having some fun and showing the Americans that the Brits guys can kick ass. I accomplished what I set out to do and placed 2nd open mens.

I landed both my runs pretty clean but managed to get a lot more style into the second run. I must have done something right either way as I received a phone call earlier today inviting me to the finals next week. 

I couldn't get a follow cam of my run but here is a short clip of my run from the side of the course. A massive thanks to Laura and Robin for being my supporters at the comp and cheering me on. Here is a break down of my run: 

1st kicker - Misty 7 mute/nose grab

2nd kicker - under flip 5 japan

Up disco box - Gap to slide, misty 5 off

Flat box - switch 270 on, 270 out

Up pipe - 450 out

Finished the day off $75 up and celebrated with 'all you can eat sushi' and several drinks at the casino with my friends. 

Love ski powder day

Last week we had a nice big snow fall. Miracle march was living up to its name. As I ski on Salomon Pro Pipes I wouldn't have a chance on them in the deep pow due to the fact that they are pure park skis. No doubt they are one of the best pairs of skis I have ever rode but I had to lay them to rest and dust off my snowboard for a change. Laura and I had a lovely chilled day in the powder exploring the mountain and finished it off with a session in the park. And yes I am a soppy get too but its all just a bit of fun.

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