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Recap: North Face Masters at Crystal Mountain

Bluebird in the Northwest – it’s a phrase we aren’t as familiar with, but one that gets Washingtonians out of bed in a jiffy on cold winter mornings. With a 100-inch base, a cloud-less sky, and endless backcountry terrain available … (Continue Reading)

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Leavenworth Ski Hill to Host Memorial for Avalanche Victims

On Wednesday, Feb. 22nd, from 6-7 p.m., Leavenworth Ski Hill will host a Ski Hill Memorial to honor the spirits of our good friends who were lost in a tragic avalanche last weekend. Johnny, Chris & Jim were all Leavenworth residents … (Continue Reading)

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The Reunion: 27th Annual Legendary Banked Slalom

While boardercross doesn’t typically share the spotlight with today’s modern snowboarding, the 27th annual Mt. Baker Legendary Banked Slalom proved once again that tradition, friendly competition and a crazy banked race in the NW can still attract an all-time reunion of the … (Continue Reading)

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Community [The Cabin]

Here’s another preview of the upcoming shredumentary from Stevens Pass, “Community.” Check out Jordan Ingmire and the Hot Lava Snowboarding crew as they reminisce about the early season and look back at some fun moments from throughout their filming sessions. … (Continue Reading)

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Ride With Us: Season 2, Ep. 4

Ride Snowboards just dropped the latest Ride With Us edit featuring hometown Japmob heroes Austin Hironaka, John Shaw and Seth Kitzke. Follow the dudes around as they visit the BC backcountry and tour some local spots from the Seattle 20 … (Continue Reading)

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Washington Retailers Awarded With Top Honors

Each year when the outdoor tradeshows roll around a few of the endemic business publications put together an awards ceremony to honor the hardest working, most innovative and most productive retailers of the year. This year, Washington’s evo, SnoCon and … (Continue Reading)

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Red Bull Supernatural: A First Look

Our very own Lib-Tech has been a proud sponsor of mastermind snowboard/architect Travis Rice for many years now. Travis and the Red Bull crew just finished off their inaugural Supernatural competition, which takes place in Baldface, BC thanks to the … (Continue Reading)

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Winter in Washington: Patitucci & Co.

Bart Patitucci is a great friend of the snowboard community. A local legend of sorts, though much less so after he cuts his hair. I think it’s one of those Sampson things. Check out this recent edit from Bart and … (Continue Reading)

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Full Length Feature: A-Rob’s Manifest

Help celebrate the life of snowboarding visionary Aaron Robinson. Watch his full length movie below – for FREE – thanks to creator Sam Tuor and KidsKNOW. “Snowboarding is much more than just banger after banger; It’s a journey, it’s euphoria, … (Continue Reading)

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Locals Know Best: Megan Middleton

Anyone who has had the pleasure of knowing or working with Megan Middleton could attest to her strong work ethic, determination and positive attitude. Anyone who knows her from snowboarding probably never thought she left the mountain. All day jobs … (Continue Reading)