Jonathan Cheever’s road to the top of the Snowboardcross heap reads like a Hollywood script. Think Rad or Over The Top, minus the mullets and the bad 80s music.What has helped Cheever become one of the best snowboarders in the world? Without a doubt, Cheever’s gritty, unflinching bust-your-ass attitude has been a major factor in this dude’s success. I don’t know how he still finds the time for interviews, but luckily he made time for us. - Author: Michael Villa

Cheever Comes out Ahead at the 2011 Canyons Resort Grand Prix, Photo by US Snowboarding

Where do you see Snowboard Cross headed in the next five to ten years? 

I see SBX being as popular as Indy-car racing or something like that. The athletes have finally progressed enough where everything else has to catch up. When I say everything else, I mean the TV coverage, the prize money, the sponsors and the courses. Since this transition is happening, the technology is way better, and some courses are insane.

I just saw a report that showed Snowboarding was the most viewed event at these past Olympics. All we need now is the right people to take charge of the media of the sport. The athletes want to showcase themselves and that can be tough when some of our events are televised like a high-school sport. ESPN does a pretty good job with X-Games. But we need more sponsors, recognition and coverage in order to be taken seriously. I think the next step is to make sure these groups, as well as SBX magazine, are all heading towards the same goal in order to make this progress faster and smoother.

What advice would you give kids looking to compete at a higher level in this sport?

Raw talent will only take a rider so far. You need to be an athlete in order to be competitive. If you are serious about it, don’t hold back at all. Work your ass off. I knew where I wanted to be. I knew it would be a long road, but it takes the right attitude and work ethic to get where you want.

How did it feel to become the U.S. Champion on your home mountain?

It was awesome. My parents flew out to see me race. In all honesty I wasn’t feeling it that day. I was going to take my one run and watch. Baumgartner ended up making a mistake in the first heat and I was able to advance. I realized this was going to be a typical Grand Prix survival race. I just was patient and made moves when I had to. Getting the National Champ title at my home resort, Canyons, in front of my parents was awesome.

Who is your biggest competition?

My own team. There are no secret lines, secret wax or anything that separates us besides talent. The men’s SBX alone has four Olympic medals (three gold.. Powers won Gold in Halfpipe), 6 X Game Gold Medals, and countless World Cup hardware. It is tough to pass someone that knows the fastest line.

What events are you looking forward to this season?

Every single one of them

Photo by US Snowboarding

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Her Name is Callan Chythlook-Sifsof

Her name is Callan Chythlook-Sifsof, but she typically signs her name as Callan C.S., because nobody can actually pronounce her name. She is a real cool girl and one of the nicest people you will ever meet; no attitude, just cool all around. I met Callan in Idaho- the day I retired after watching ladies just slay themselves on the Wu Tang at Tamarack. After too many injuries, I distinctly remember thinking in my head, “OVER IT!” I went into the tent to have some lasagna and there was Callan, just chillin with a busted up knee or shoulder – or something like that. Ever since then, despite suffering injuries that would put most athletes out for the long haul, she has been a rapidly rising star. She’s also a native Alaskan, which just makes her cooler all around. – Author: Zoë Anderson

 

Callan C.S.

When did you first start snowboarding?

I first got into snowboarding when I was 7. I grew up in rural Alaska, 300 miles away from any chairlift and a place only accessible by boat or plane. I started out because my brother was all about it and I had to tag along with him. Out in that part of the world there aren’t movie theaters or arcades or any of those kind of conventional things, just wilderness. So snowboarding was what we did. My brother and I would spend every day of the winter hiking and snow-machining to places we could ride.

What advice would you give kids looking to compete at a higher level in this sport?

The best advice I was given was from Rosey Fletcher, the 2006 Olympic Bronze medalist in Giant Slalom. Before I headed to the Vancouver Olympics she gave me a card that said “Don’t forget: Smile! Snowboarding is fun!”

I think the number one thing to success is realizing that there will most definitely be setbacks, bad seasons and hiccups and that everyone experiences those things no matter how successful. The people that continue on to the top are the people who don’t let those setbacks affect them and stop them from continuing.

What is the proudest moment in your athletic career thus far?

My proudest moment in my career was making the Olympic Team. It was after I had made the team that the breadth of the whole thing hit me and it was really the support and pride that Alaska showed me that made the whole thing so powerful. There was a send off party that my sponsors organized in Anchorage right before I left for Vancouver. I expected to just see family and friends at the event, not thinking that other people would bother to come.

There were hundreds of people who came to send me off, a big portion of them Alaskan Natives and the vibe in the room was indescribable. Up until that moment, I had been so involved in my own world with getting to the Olympics and thinking race to race, that to be in this room was overwhelming. Totally indescribable.

What is are your daily training routine like?

I’m excited for every one of them! Consistency and having a full season of riding well is what I’m looking forward to. I’m planning on doing some freeride events this year, so stoked for those!

Alyeska Resort is still one of my favorites! Maybe it’s that you know your home mountain best and on a powder day know exactly where to go. Alyeska at Christmas time is unbeatable!

I would love to do something in the industry… and always have snowboarding in my daily life! I work a lot with indigenous organizations promoting sports so something in that area would be rad.

Triple Eight

Triple 8 = Triple Gr8t

Triple8 began in 1995, growing it’s roots from the gritty skating culture of the Concrete Jungle, aka New York City. Today, Triple8 has evolved into a full-fledged protective gear company for skate, snow, and pretty much any high impact sport out there. It’s nice to know that the guys who want to protect your dome piece are used to hitting the concrete.

But, when it comes to snowboarding, they offer some of the best protection out there. Did we also mention that Triple 8 supports the sport of Snowboard Cross by sponsoring our very good friend, US Team Rider, Jonathan Cheever?

Triple8 Business Manager, Justin Rimbert tells us why you’ll choose Triple 8 over the next guy.

HOW DO Triple8 PADS DIFFER FROM OTHER BRANDS ON THE MARKET?

It’s all in the details.  From the durability of the materials to the attention to style & function, we’re obsessed with making a product that delivers in terms of top of the line protection as well as uncompromised comfort.

WHAT IS THE BEST FEATURE OF THE BUM SAVER II?

The Bum Saver II

Our Bumsaver II’s are constructed utilizing a number of unique and specialized light weight EVA foam pads which work in unison to create supreme protection in the hip & tailbone area without compromising mobility.

WHY WOULD A SNOWBOARDCROSS RACER WANT THE BUMSAVER? 

Every boardercross racer knows that your legs are your most important asset.  So to keep them protected against unnecessary bumps and bruises during the season (or even a short race),  the bumsaver becomes essential in helping to keep your legs in the best shape possible and limit the amount of damage your legs tend to take during your average competition.

ANYTHING ELSE Triple8 WOULD RECOMMEND TO SBX RACERS?

The Under Cover Knee Pads

Check out the Triple 8 Undercover Snow Knee Pads which are slim enough to fit under your first layer yet provide solid protection and mobility.

So next time you’re speeding down mountain slashing a line or lining up a hit through the park, get yourself decked out at www.triple8.com

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In Search of Authenticity

“We’ll never discover our full potential unless we push ourselves to find it.” Words of wisdom from the wise man himself, Travis Rice. For certain, his quote explains the level of artistry, cinematography and sheer ridiculous awesomeness of this latest and greatest Red Bull film. The Art of Flight has officially dropped & if you haven’t seen it yet, you are officially living in a hole. As the logical follow up to the 2008 Brain Farm release of “That’s it, That’s All” – an instant hit and cult classic throughout the snowboarding world – The Art of Flight had a mighty reputation to uphold. It’s not all just ski-porn either. Complete with time lapses, pond-snowboarding, slow-mo, axe throwing, random tree chopping and giant bon-fires, there’s enough fun to go around, and around, and around …

Travis Rice by Mark Gallup

Curt Morgan, President of the Boutique film studio Brain Farm, is quite possibly the world’s greatest action sports cinematographer ever (sorry, Warren). And – With the help of Red Bull and Quicksilver pouring cash money into this production, riders were able to take it to a whole new level, shredding some of the most ridiculous lines on the planet. Like, silly ridiculous. The legendary Jeremy Jones, Travis Rice, Scotty Lago and Snowboarder Magazine’s 2010 Rider of the Year John Jackson, among others, drop in and go massive in some of the most beautiful locations on the planet. Patagonia, British Columbia, Jackson Hole & Alaska were just a few stops on this magical tour of epic proportions.

Photo of Travis Rice by Cole Barash

Estimates for producing this film put it in the range of 2 million dollars, making it the most expensive snowboarding movie ever produced. With Producers like Circe Wallace on board, that comes as no surprise. The talent isn’t lacking either. Clearly.

“The Art of Flight is like a National Geographic snowboarding safari – nothing short of mind-blowing!” says Randy Torcom, Burton Brand Manager. This film is a must have for every snowboarder’s collection that will surely keep your winter stoke going year round! It’s touch to imagine a better snowboard movie than this. And if you haven’t seen it yet, we hope it’s because you’re just way too busy doing rad things.

John Jackson in Santa Monica, Photo by Nicholas Schrunk

Read more about this amazing tribute to the lifestyle we strive for at  www.artofflightmovie.com 

January 28^th, 2012 ◊ Aspen Colorado

As usual, Boardercross didn’t fail to disappoint, with one of the fastest and most technical courses yet. The final hit of X Games 16 Snowboardcross was around 100 feet, taking Lindsey Jacobellis out during training just a few days ago and shredding other riders equipment. This was a major upset for Jacobellis who was coming back to defend her title. So far, Lindsey had been enjoying the beginning of a great season, with her 24^th career world-cup win in Veyssonaz, Switzerland. Jacobellis, who hasn’t suffered a major injury during her career as a professional snowboarder, will likely sit the rest of this season out rehabbing a torn ACL.

This year was one of the most emotional games ever, after skiing sweetheart, Sarah Burke, died on January 19th from complications due to a crash in a Park City Half-pipe earlier in January. The entire action sports community came together to honor one of the most influential and inspirational female freestyle skiers in history with many tributes to this amazing athlete throughout the weekend.

In the meantime, Nate Holland was determined to get his crown back from Nick Baumgartner who won at last year’s WX 15, ending one of the greatest winning streaks in X Games history. Holland, who has five consecutive gold medals, wasn’t going to let his winning streak go interrupted for too long, managing to push his way through the pack in what can only be described as serious racing. Said Holland before the race, “I know how to get that gold back” and he most certainly did.

Men’s Quarters

In a SUPER stacked quarterfinal field with Ross Powers, Shaun Palmer and Nate Holland (in yellow), The Palm battles for redemption but loses steam.

Men’s Semis

Baumgartner, Stian Sivertzen and Hale move on to the finals in a super close, photo finish in the battle for 3^rd with Bobby Minghini getting edged out by inches!

In a battle between Holland, Schairer and Cheever following closely behind, Nate gets out front, with Vaultier following closely & Alex Deibold moving on. Cheever gets tangled up in the net after an upset takes him sideways in mid air.

Men’s Finals –

The United States dominated the podium in the men’s finals of X Games 16 with Nate Holland (8 time medalist) and Nick Baumgartner (reigning champion), battling for the lead. Holland never lets up throughout the course, taking the front after Schiavon goes down and Baumgartner nearly takes himself out. Baumgartner showed his skill and experience as a racer by managing to battle all the way to second place from the back of the pack. Rounding out third place was US athlete Jayson Hale.

Women’s Semis –

Callan Chythlook-Sifsof went out in the Ladies Semi Finals in what must have been a major upset for this phenomenal athlete from Alaska. Callan was the US lady to watch at this event after Jacobellis fell out of the competition.

Women’s Finals –

After going down during the women’s finals last year, Maltais got the hole-shot and held the lead, staying strong and smooth throughout the course. An experienced veteran and Olympic medalist, Maltais just let it rip, winning by a long shot.

Coming up next is the US Grand Prix at Canyons, Utah, (Feb. 9-12^th) where Jonathan Cheever dominated the course last year.

(TV Showing times: Feb. 26^th at 3:00pm EST on NBC).

Holland intent on reclaiming gold medal 

Trevor Brown, Jr./ESPN

“I was pumped for Baumgartner. But I’ve had enough of that, and I want that gold back,” Holland says.

January 28, 2012 ◊ Aspen, CO- When Nick Baumgartner stunned the Snowboarder X field and won his first gold medal in seven tries at last year’s Winter X Games, he ended one of the greatest winning streaks in X Games history. Now, the man who owned that streak, Nate Holland, wants his gold medal back.

Holland had won five consecutive golds before settling for bronze last year, a feeling that didn’t sit well with the 33-year-old from North Lake Tahoe. He dedicated himself last summer and fall to reclaiming what he believes is his, spending a couple of months training at the U.S. team’s Center of Excellence in Utah. Then he validated that preparation with a win and runner-up finish on the World Cup circuit earlier this month. By qualifying No. 2 out of 27 riders at Buttermilk on Friday (Baumgartner was fourth; Canadian Rob Fagan won), Holland is in good position to win his sixth gold in seven years.

Holland and Baumgartner were two of four Americans to crack the top 10 in qualifying, which seeds the athletes for Saturday’s elimination heats. Despite the absence of two-time Olympic gold medalist Seth Wescott, who’s missing his first Winter X Games in 14 years because of a torn pectoral muscle, if a U.S. rider wins gold, it’ll be the seventh year in a row that has happened — no small feat when considering how popular the sport is in Europe.

“The U.S. Team is so strong,” Holland said after his qualifying run. “I think on the men’s side of the boardercross World Cup, we’ve had a guy on the podium at every event for over two years now. So it made sense to me that a U.S. rider won [at Winter X] last year, and I was pumped for Baumgartner. But I’ve had enough of that, and I want that gold back.”

The women’s qualifying runs were postponed Friday because of time constraints, but the field might never have been as wide open as it is this year. That’s because four-time defending champ Lindsey Jacobellis, whose seven gold medals make her the most successful female athlete in Winter X history, tore her ACL while training this week.

Though two-time WX gold medalist and 2010 Olympic champion Maelle Ricker is the favorite, don’t be surprised to see Callan Chythlook-Sifsof move up from silver to gold.

US Double Podium at WC Opener in Telluride

December 15th, 2012 ◊ Telluride, CO

The opener for the World Cup Season has been held at Telluride for the last three years, giving US athletes a nice home turf advantage. Athletes fly into to Telluride, a beautiful Western mountain town, from all over the world, to train on a world-class course designed by renowned course builder Jeff Ihaksi. Athletes are given star-treatment by those in Telluride who hold nothing back to show their support for the US team. “This is the best World Cup on tour. It sets the benchmark for the rest of the world who shows up. This is a top-notch course and the community is so welcoming to us. I look forward to coming back year after year.” (Cheever)

With a double podium for the US by seven-time X Games Champion and two-time Olympian Lindsey Jacobellis (Stratton, VT) taking the title for the women and Nick Baumgartner (Iron River, MI) psyched with a third place finish for the men, the US can be proud of their accomplishments this early in the season. ”This course brought so many pinch zones… the battling was unbelievable.” (Baumgartner)

In first place, Pierre Vaultier (France) remains undefeated at Telluride. The rest of the US team is full of highly accomplished athletes including six time X Games Champion Nate Holland, two-time Olympic Champion Seth Wescott (Sugarloaf, ME) and current US Champion Jonathan Cheever (Saugus, MA).

The new six-man format was hugely popular amongst the athletes and likely the fans as well. Said Baumgartner about the format, “I love it. We do this for ourselves, to have fun, for our sponsors and mainly for the fans. We love having people watch us and the six man format brings so much action – how could you not love it.”

Following up on last Saturday’s action, was the “SBX Team” event, showcased just a few years back at the 2008 Lake Placid World-Cup, the SBX Team seems to be picking up steam – and the athletes love it. The format involves two athletes who compete as a team against other teams. In the US, Baumgartner and Cheever teamed up for a second place finish behind France who also swept the podium in the ladies, heading up a group which included Jacobellis and Callan Chythlook-Sifsof in third place.

TV SHOWTIMES

Dec. 31, 5:00 p.m. – NBC (SBX)

Jan. 7, 5:00 p.m. – Versus (SBX)

Jan. 7, 6:00 p.m. – Versus (Paul Mitchell Progression Session, Team SBX)

U.S. SNOWBOARDING SBX TEAM

A Team


Nick Baumgartner (12/17/81, Iron River, MI)

Callan Chythlook-Sifsof (2/14/89, Girdwood, AK)

Jonathan Cheever (4/17/85, Saugus, MA)

Nate Holland (11/8/78, Squaw Valley, CA)

Lindsey Jacobellis (8/19/85, Stratton Mountain, VT)

Graham Watanabe (3/19/82, Sun Valley, ID)

Seth Wescott (6/28/76, Sugarloaf, ME)

B Team


Brooke Shaw (5/12/91, Litchfield, CT)

Alex Deibold (5/18/86, Manchester Center, VT)

Faye Gulini (3/24/92, Salt Lake City)

Jayson Hale (3/24/92/26/85, Sierraville, CA)

Pat Holland (5/5/82, Squaw Valley, CA)

Ross Powers (2/10/79, Stratton Mountain, VT)

JJ Tomlinson (10/20/91, Park City, UT)

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Dakine High Roller

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You can trust the DAKINE High Roller Snowboard Bag it to protect your board, bindings, boots and all the other snowboarding bling you pack into the split-level design. No need to take the bindings off since the pockets are perfectly designed for all your stuff to pack between – no cracked lenses! DAKINE made it possible to throw a lock on the zippers to keep the haters from stealing those hot goggles you just picked up. Roll up to the terminal in style with the help of the High Roller’s urethane wheels and end handles.

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Burton Wheelie Locker

Burton

Whether you’re circling the world for competitions or heading cross-country for a week vacation, carry your boards (plural, ‘cause you never know what the conditions will be like) and all your gear and clothes in the Burton Wheelie Locker. Double Deck construction splits the bag into two main compartments and opens like a book, so you have easy access to all your gear. The Locker is fully-padded to protect multiple decks from the beating of baggage claim (or, if you’re on a low budget, bus luggage holds), while multiple storage compartments in the upper deck stash your clothes, shoes, and riding duds.

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Oakley O Board Box

Oakley

You can put on your O face knowing your plank is safely tucked away in the Oakley O Board Box. This rolling case features dedicated boot storage so you can get back to comfy flip-flops ASAP. The O’s five wide grip handles allow for flexibility when you lug your gear through the airport crowds. Holds up to two boards.

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Hustlin’ For Your $ponsors

When you pitch a sponsor, what do you ask for?  $250?  $500?  $1000?  $5,000?

The most successful sponsorships are the ones that actually make money for the sponsor, so becoming a ‘Sponsor-Focused Racer’ will not only benefit your sponsor, but you as well! In other words, riders who bring in the most cash for their sponsors will receive the most cash & schwag from their sponsors. 

If Sponsor X invests $1,000 in you, how can they make that money BACK so that they get a positive Return on their Investment (ROI) from your riding?

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO START

It’s important for you to show an interest in your Sponsor’s business. But even if they aren’t your sponsor yet, if you come at them with these numbers, they’re a whole lot likelier to take you seriously.  

AVERAGE SALE: What is their ‘average sale’ per customer?

PROFIT MARGIN: How much does it cost your sponsor to make that sale?

NET PROFIT: This is the amount your Sponsor takes to the bank off a single sale

WHAT TO DO WITH THE NUMBERS

Let’s say Rider X Snow Shop is your potential sponsor and you want them to invest $1,500 in you… 

AVERAGE SALE:  Their ‘average sale’ per customer is $500.

PROFIT MARGIN:  After deducting the wholesale cost of the item and the commission to a sales person, they make an average of 25% profit on the sale.

THEIR NET PROFIT:  When all is said and done, they make approximately $125 profit on each sale they make ($500 x 25% = $125)

YOUR RETURN ON THEIR INVESTMENT 

In order for their $1,500 investment in you to turn a POSITIVE ROI, your sponsorship needs to bring them 13 new customers.  (13 new customers x $125 profit each = $1,625 in new profit brought in by YOU!)

THE SUMMARY 

If Rider X Snow Shop spends $1,500 sponsoring your race team and you want them to have a successful experience, you need to figure out exactly how you can deliver 13 NEW PAYING CUSTOMERS to their business!

If you’ve never thought about what investing in you means to your sponsor’s bottom line, now you have the basic understanding of how to “Do The Math on Their Behalf”!

SWIX T73 Performance Waxing Iron

You spent all that cash on wax, don’t ruin it by having your iron at the wrong temperature. The Swix T73 Waxing Iron ensures you get the wax where you need it without any waste. The T73 Waxing Iron utilizes the newest technology in iron heating elements. A thick film-type heating element is actually printed onto an insulated metal base plate, a layer of protective paste is added and finally a second layer of insulated metal seals it off. This makes the iron heat up quickly and evenly, and it offers excellent corrosion resistance to ensure a long life for your iron. A dial sets accurate temperature control, and the heating plate is angled for easier application control when waxing with powders. Swix includes a waxing guide that has all the proper settings for waxing with Cera Nova waxes.

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SWIX Snowboard Waxing Table

If your status as the snowboard repair shop’s best customer is putting a hole in your beer fund, set up the Swix Snowboard Waxing Table in your garage, and start doing your own tuning and repairs. This stable fold-out stand holds your board flat for base repair and waxing; when it’s time for edge work, flip the board on its side, and secure it with the adjustable clamps. The height of the table adjusts easily between 28 and 38 inches (71-97cm) to give you the best leverage.

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Toko Ergo Race Edge Tool

For a quick hit on your edges while you’re on the hill, be sure to carry to Toko Ergo Race Edge Tool. This ergonomically shaped device preps both your side edge (88-89 degrees) and the base edge (.5-1 degrees). Includes a Toko 80mm World Cup Chrome File.

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SWIX Gummi Stone

Swix designed the Gummi Stone to remove nasty micro burrs that result after you sharpen your edges. Simply rub the Gummi Stone along the entire length of your ski or board’s edge for a smooth finish. Or, just detune your tips and tails, which will reduce the chances of catching an edge, but will keep your side edges ultra-sharp for carving.

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Toko Plexi Blade Wax Scraper

The Toko Plexi Blade Wax Scraper is a high-quality acrylic blade for cleaning your bases and scraping wax. Toko gave it a sharp edge that easily removes wax without damaging your bases like metal scrapers can if you’re not careful. When the Plexi Blade Wax Scraper gets dull, you can sharpen it by setting sand paper on a flat surface and rubbing the cutting edge while holding the scraper vertically.

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Toko Oval Base Brush with Strap

Get the same brush used by racing teams around the world. The Toko Oval Copper Base Brush is for brushing out and cleaning dirty bases prior to waxing. It’s also suitable for brushing out after “hot waxing.” The Toko Oval Copper Base Brush’s large contact surface guarantees evenly prepared bases. Toko’s nylon strap provides optimal grip and allows efficient base work.

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SWIX Cera Nova HF Wax

With 5 different temperature options in the line, Swix’s super-durable, dirt-resistant Cera Nova HF Glide Wax offers unparalleled conditioning for your fast-moving skis. Swix’s High Fluorocarbon formulated wax accelerates quickly and remains effective over a wide range of temperatures. These waxes provide fast acceleration, are effective in a wide range of temperatures, and are durable and dirt resistant. What more are you looking for?

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Toko Dibloc LF Hot Wax

Toko’s Dibloc LF Hot Wax is a lightly fluorinated wax will give you the acceleration and glide to clear the transition, cut a few seconds off your race time, or just beat your friends down to the bottom of the lift. Use the yellow in all snow conditions across the recommended temperature range (see temperature ratings in standard features), the red for dry snow conditions, the blue for cold and dry temperatures when you need outstanding hold, and the grey when you need dirt resistance for artificial or old snow. This is the same wax many professional freeskiers, racers, and nordic skiers use on their skis for training and competition.

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Burton Bullet Tool

The pocket-sized Burton Bullet Tool gives you all the tools you need for on-hill binding repair, and the leverage to do it right. The included #2 and #3 Phillips screwdrivers handle almost all binding issues, and the 10mm wrench and 4mm allen key take care of your snowskate or your buddy’s obscure-ass hardware. The powerful ratchet driver and folding handle ensure you won’t have to stop again in 2 runs.

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Dakine Deluxe Tuning Kit

Keep your ride in top shape with the DAKINE Deluxe Tune Tuning Kit. Inside this DAKINE kit’s zippered case you’ll find the tools and wax you need to doctor your edges and create a smooth, lightning-fast base. A tuning tips booklet provides a little technical assistance.

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Front Squat 5×5 reps  85% exertion 3 minutes rest between sets

Strict Standing Shoulder Press 5×5 3 minutes rest between sets

Toes to bar or knees to elbow 10×10 with 60 seconds or rest between sets

Day 2: Rest Day

Day 3: Track day

15 minutes of varying speed jogging and stretching then

Sprint 100 m rest 60 seconds

Sprint 200m rest 90 seconds

Sprint 300 m rest 120 seconds

rinse & repeat (3 times)

Day 4: Dry Land Day

5 Rounds of

15 Burpees

30 Lateral Jumps over a 10 inch hurtle

400m Sprint

2 minute rest

Do each round as fast as possible. The goal is to not gain more than 30 seconds total time.

Day 5: Rest day

Day 6: Gym Day

Thrusters  5×10 reps 60 seconds rest. As heavy as possible, use your legs to move the weight

rest 5 minutes

Deadlift 5×5 at 75 exertion 90 seconds rest between sets

5 minutes rest

Tabata Abs!

Do crunches continuously for 20 seconds then rest for 10, so this for 8 rounds or 4 total minutes.

Day 7. Rest day.

TRIPLE 8 = TRIPLE GR8T

Triple8 began in 1995, growing from the skating roots culture of New York City. Today, Triple8 has evolved into a full-fledged protective gear company for skate, snow, and pretty much any high impact sport out there. When it comes to snowboarding, they offer some of the best protection in the form of impact shorts, knee pads, helmets, and much more. Triple8 Business Manager, Justin Rimbert gives us the inside scoop on the Triple8 product – Enjoy!

HOW DO Triple8 PADS DIFFER FROM OTHER BRANDS ON THE MARKET?

It’s all in the details.  From the durability of the materials to the attention to style & function, we’re obsessed with making a product that delivers in terms of top of the line protection as well as uncompromised comfort.

WHAT IS THE BEST FEATURE OF THE BUM SAVER II?

Triple8 BumsaverII

Our Bumsaver II’s are constructed utilizing a number of unique and specialized light weight EVA foam pads which work in unison to create supreme protection in the hip & tailbone area without compromising mobility.

WHY WOULD A SNOWBOARDCROSS RACER WANT THE BUMSAVER? 

Every boardercross racer knows that your legs are your most important asset.  So to keep them protected against unnecessary bumps and bruises during the season (or even a short race),  the bumsaver becomes essential in helping to keep your legs in the best shape possible and limit the amount of damage your legs tend to take during your average competition.

ANYTHING ELSE Triple8 WOULD RECOMMEND TO SBX RACERS?

Triple8 Snow Knee Pads

Check out the Triple 8 Undercover Snow Knee Pads which are slim enough to fit under your first layer yet provide solid protection and mobility.

So next time you’re speeding down mountain slashing a line or lining up a hit through the park, get yourself decked out at www.triple8.com

For more information on how to keep your ass out of the sling this season:  CLICK HERE