Thursday, July 23, 2009

Timberwolves Rookie Jonny Flynn



So we took two point guards back to back in this years draft and while Ricky Rubio tries to get out of a bad contract in Spain, our other PG went to Vegas and showed that he's going to be a solid addition to the team. So solid that we traded our last seasons main PG outa town. Couple things of note on Jonny, he jumps off two feet which makes it harder to knock him off this course in the air. When a player jumps of one foot in the lane they often can be pushed around if meet midair. I think this is a asset in the league around the rim, as he is a small (shorter) player. He also has a solid handle (he did turn it over often in summer league playing to fast?) which allows him a quick change of direction (key on pick and everything NBA plays). Jumper looks strong from range and his sight looks to be able to produce plenty of opportunities for the rest of his teammates.

Ellington to looks like he'll be a player of NBA caliber with a smooth jumper and some athleticism. May not be a starter quality SG but looks like a great rotational guys with a load of offense potential.

Now lets get Rubio here with some endorsement loot and get the season rollin.

Monday, July 20, 2009

TWS Team Shoot Out



So here's the press release, looks like TWS is looking to bring there successful Skate and Create formual to Snow.

"TransWorld SNOWboarding is starting this season off with a bang! The upcoming September issue features the all-new Team Shoot Out, an event focused on the creative side of snowboarding. TransWorld Editor-in-Chief Annie Fast says, “We came up with the Team Shoot Out as a way to challenge riders, photographers, and park builders to creatively progress snowboarding and to capture that progression-the success has been mind-blowing!” This past winter, four of the best teams in snowboarding- Forum, Burton, Rome, and DC-secretly battled it out at four different resorts, pushing to shoot the best photos and video possible in one week’s time. The prize: the cover shot on the September issue of the mag. The teams worked with experts from Snow Park Technologies to design the ultimate park, photographers were challenged to shoot the best photographs, and videographers to film and edit the best videos, which were then submitted to TransWorld this spring.

The results of this first-annual event surpassed all expectations. Director of Photography Nick Hamilton says, “Every team submitted cover-worthy photos-coming from an event, that is pretty amazing.” On top of that, the incredible Shoot Out video will be available for download on iTunes starting July 27. Beginning July 17, you can follow the unveiling of the event bit by bit at TransWorldShootOut.com. With riders like Bjorn Leines, Pat Moore, Kelly Clark, and Torstein Horgmo, and seasoned media pros like Ian Ruhter, Brad Kremer, and Andy Wright behind the cameras, the Shoot Out is a sure shot.

Stay tuned-on July 27, 2009, TransWorld SNOWboarding will announce the winner of the inaugural Team Shoot Out and launch the exclusive video on iTunes.

Go here:

snowboarding.transworld.net
TransWorldShootout.com (launching July 17)
Shoot Out Resorts: Bear Mountain, Northstar-At-Tahoe, Sierra-At-Tahoe and Snowmass."

Here's Rome SDS teaser titled, "A Hard Days Night" which hasn't been release on TWS yet, but is on the Rome SDS site.

"A Hard Day's Night" TWS Rome SDS Team Shootout Teaser from KIDS ON SHRED PRODUCTIONS on Vimeo.



Props to Cavan, Padlock, Runke, LNP, Bjorn, Eiki, Will, and Marie-France this looks dope!

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Familia Steep Bank Recap






Last year Familia Skateshop had a great idea, running fun events on replicas of real Minnesota street spots. First one went down on the infamous Red Wave. So what would the follow up be? Steep Bank of Doom it was.

The weather was awesome no drying the run up pre-game. So lots of people were out for Bastille days, Roller Girls demo, Fat Tire swill, live Music, and Steep bank destruction. Video below by the one and only Kevin Horn.

Saturday, July 11, 2009

Videograss Saturdays Recap/Catchup

VIDEOGRASSaturdays Webisode 3: Bear Super Session from VIDEOGRASS on Vimeo.



VIDEOGRASSaturdays Webisode 4: Ashbury Demo from VIDEOGRASS on Vimeo.



VIDEOGRASSaturdays Webisode 5: Party at the Rail Gardens from VIDEOGRASS on Vimeo.



VIDEOGRASSaturdays Webisode 6: Darrell Mathes and friends at High Cascade from VIDEOGRASS on Vimeo.



VIDEOGRASSaturdays Webisode 7: Nick, Larry, and Bennee playing in the garbage from VIDEOGRASS on Vimeo.



So been meaning to drop these on the regs, but I like the mass post since, it's a repost any ways. Well first issue of Snowboarder Mag is on the table and I'm firing up like every summer. How can I get to Hood, what season passes to buy, is Beartooth still ago? Yeah heads racing, Bovee's getting married tonight so, guess I'll focus on that. Second issue ideas are in the mix too, I have a potential line up of interviewees, I need to get those dialed. Photo's are stacked, with heavy contributions from OH, MN, MI, still looking for a strong images from WI, ND, SD, IN, KS, IA.

Rome Team Terror Weak At Windells!

Windells Session 3 Dream Feature: Rome Team Terror from Windells on Vimeo.



Windells 09 Session 3 from Windells on Vimeo.



Windells 09 Session 3: Snowboarding from Windells on Vimeo.




Windell's funnest place on earth? Youth, Skateboarding, Basketball, Snowboarding, Paintball, man sound pretty fun to me. Add in Bjorn, Marius, Eiki, Staale, and Johnny in the mix, poof Rome Week.

Thursday, July 2, 2009

Swell Society Poolside Fashion Show



Info as follows:

Swell Society fashion show is coming at you Thursday, July 9th, at the Calhoun Beach Club in Minneapolis Minnesota. Come see the fashion forward styles for summer 2009 from well known Surf brands such as: VOLCOM, QUICKSILVER, ROXY, OBEY, HURLEY, NIKITA, DRAGON, ANON, GRAVIS, NEFF, ELEMENT, ELECTRIC, DRAGON, NEFF, REEF, and VON ZIPPER!!!! This isn't just any fashion show! We will have the crew from the marvelous EVOLUTION SALON styling hair, located 2836 Lyndale in Minneapolis. They are currently getting a new look themselves so get in there and check it out! The most unique part of this fashion show is the fact that all the proceeds go to an amazing foundation; BOARDING FOR BREAST CANCER. Boarding For Breast Cancer (www.b4bc.org) is a non-profit, youth-focused education, awareness, and fundraising foundation. The mission is to increase awareness about breast cancer, the importance of early detection and the value of an active lifestyle.

Tickets Available at Vitalculture.com

More info at the here.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Brisse Interview on Snowboard-Mag.com


Dan Rips, been ripping for a long time. Check any Bald-E-Gal flick and the proof is in there. He's a cool cat who snowboards on this own terms. He push himself and has worked hard to get to where he's at in the game. Looks like this year is going to be huge for him in terms of coverage. Check his interview here.

I remember a day up at Beartooth Pass were Dan and Erza were sessioning this Booter and Dan is like, "I'm going to double cork this thing", so I drive him up the switchbacks to the drop spot. I than positioned myself back at the parking lot to watch as he drops in, fully commits, and stomps first try. I mean at this point only JP and maybe Benedic had done this trick on film. It was heavy. Thats how Dan rolls.

Ole' Blue Collar Brisse

Crispy

Elektro Teaser from Alterna Films on Vimeo.



So I'm super down for Canada, Love that place! The whole thing, ditch and all, anyway, This intro is mildly embarrassing though the edit is cool?! But, the footage is so crisp, props to these guys on post pro styles man. Looks Crisp, plus I'm a Matt Beardmore fan. Love the way that dood rides, always has so bunk supports but shit the guy rips.

Matt Beardmore going huge
Random photo of Beardmore.