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Apr
28
2009

Super Secret Alterna Shoot

Alterna Films had a private shoot this past week on Grouse Mountain. Taking full advantage of the slushy spring conditions, the crew invaded the Quicksilver park, set up some highly photogenic features, and threw down.

Stepover. 65 feet to the knuckle. Take 'er deeeep.

Riders in attendance included Craig Bealieu, Beau Bishop, Wiley Tesseo, Barry Hartman, Matt Belzile, Tadej Valentan, and many more. Even Grouse Mountain local Liam Casey was invited in on the fun. You can check out the Alterna blog for some behind scenes shots of the action but the only place to see the real goods will be in Alterna’s 08/09 film.

Big enough for ya?

Big thanks to Carlo for letting me in on the session!

-cj

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Apr
20
2009

Countdown: 6 days left!

All good things must come to an end.

Only 6 shred-days left this season. Hopefully everyone has taken full advantage of the spring riding extension Grouse Mountain was kind enough to hook up.

If you haven’t been riding lately, make sure you get some while you still can! The park is slushy, the sun is out, and the sessions are on.

Last day of riding on Grouse Mountain is Sunday April 26th!

Cam Harris and Spencer Watson gettin (upside)down with the spring sessions . Photo: Sean Fenton

So, go ride.

Now.

-cj

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Apr
13
2009

Alterna Shoot…1 more

Seems I missed posting this shot from the Alterna/Showdown shoot. This one comes from Brian Choi. Big thanks to Brian for the shots!

Liam Casey and I having some fun.

This week is looking like we should see some sun! Keep your fingers crossed for nice weather.

Get out there and shred!

-cj

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Apr
10
2009

Random Goodies: Ski Industry Happenings.

Right, time for an update on some happenings in the ski industry.

Here we go!

Dumont Cup

The Dumont Cup course. Click me!

The first ever Dumont Cup is going down this Saturday April 11th at Sunday River, Maine. Hosted by the man himself, Simon Dumont, the competition is open to anyone who thinks they have what it takes to shred with the big boys (big as in ski ability, not necessarily stature, sorry Simon). TJ Schiller, Jossi Wells, Tom Wallisch, Laurent Favre, amongst other super pros, are said to be competing.

The course looks like it will be HUGE. Loaded with everything you would expect from a RedBull/Dumont collaboration; a 70 foot tabletop, 80 foot step down and a few rails for good measure, this looks to be one of the biggest set ups for an open competition to date. The Dumont Cup will undoubtedly be a good show.

Nine Knights

Last years winner Henrik Harlaut (red and white) and Oscar Sherlin slaying the 2008 setup. Photo: newschoolers.com

If Maine is a little too far for you to go to compete, you may want to nix this next competition too. The Nine Knights, hosted by Nico Zacek, will be taking place April 13 – 18 in Nebelhorn, Germany. Last year, the Nine Knights had one of the coolest set-ups (read: wicked cool snow sculpture) ever built.

This years setup looks to be a pretty large step above last years. The snow castle comes complete with its headline feature, a massive step over jump, two quarter pipes (with a channel gap inbetween), a hip jump, a rail feature, and what looks to be a spine. Ohh…and a loop. A Loop? Like JP Auclair circa Propaganda? Yep a loop! This one should be very cool. Options galore! Check out an interview with Nico Zacek about the up comming event.

Superunknown VI Winner

Superunknown VI winner Niklas Eriksson. Photo: level1productions.com

Level 1 Productions have finally reached a decision on this years Superunknown winner. Much to the dismay of the 100 or so other entrants, Niklas Eriksson took this years title. Niklas’ smooth style, technical prowess, and most notabily his performance at this years JOI, helped him to land the title. Big things are expected for the up and commer. Word is he has some pretty nast double flips. Check his latest edit, Superunknown entry video, and what John Symms had to say about the win over at ESPN.

Chris Benchetler Interview

Mr. Benchetler. Photo: downdays.eu

Atomic pro and Nimbus rider, Chris Benchetler recently participated in a rather interesting interview with the folks at downdays.eu. Benchetler spoke (or didn’t) about his new skis, injuries, his season and more. If only more interviews were done like this…what a refreshing change from the ordinary. If you liked the Benchetler interview, check out these interviews with Euro freeskier, Tobi Reindl, and Banana Man!

Remember to check out Benchetler in all the Nimbus webisodes as they continue to drop over the season.

Well, that’s all for now. Get out on your shred machines while Grouse Mountain is still truckin!

-cj

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Apr
09
2009

Brian Choi Alterna Shoot Shots

Brian Choi was up Grouse Mountain on March 29th to shoot the Alterna/Showdown session. He got some killer shots! See for yourself.

Showdown winner Sebastien Toutant keeping the sponsors happy!

...did I mention he is only 16 years old?

Ugh, clouds...

I must admit, I do love me some backflips.

Who said shooting into the sun was a bad thing?

Liam Casey with a flat 540.

Liam spotting transition on another flat 540.

Aint nobody grabbin like Liam Casey grabbin. - Flat 540

Liam getting all corked out on a 900. He landed this one like Wallisch.

So bright, so poppin, so clean.

Ouch.

Bonus shot!

Grouse Mountain Pro Team rider Spencer Watson slaying the wallride!

So that’s all the Showdown shots for now folks. A huge thanks to Graham Dalik, Jason Macfarlane and Brian Choi for sharing their shots with us!

Temperatures are rising and the snow is softening up. Session are going off in the Quiksilver and Rookie parks. Get up Grouse Mountain, get your goggle tan on, shred some slush, and have some fun! Only 2 weeks of riding left.

Don’t forget your sunscreen!

-cj

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Apr
06
2009

Jason Macfarlane Alterna Shoot Shots

Sunny skies, pro riders, and a jump bigger than anything the North Shore has seen before… March 29th was a pretty darn good day for a photo shoot. Grouse local, Jason Macfarlane was up Grouse Mountain to shoot the Alterna/Showdown Over the City after session. Here are some of his shots.

Check the goggle shot at the end…damn!

No grab. Huge.

When the takeoff is taller than the scaffolding, you know the jump is good.

Liam Casey corking out.

Timed perfectly...

I got a shot! Jason said he tried this shot about 30 times and these two were the olny ones that worked out. Click the image and head over to newschoolers.com to vote for it!

Jason

Beauty.

More shots to come later in the week. Keep checking back!

Word is Grouse Mountain is in top form right now. Get up there before the season is over!

-cj

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Apr
03
2009

Alterna Shoot – Through the lense of Graham Dalik

Sunday March 29th was a beautiful day. Blue skies, warm temperatures, and a 70 foot stepdown manicured to perfection. The Showdown Over the City was a thing of the past but that beast of a jump used for the competition still remained, begging to be hit. Jeff Silcock, the Grouse Mountain Events Manager, invited the Alterna Films crew to come up and do a shoot on the monstrous jump. Mr Silcock also invited a small group of skiers: pro team rider Spencer Watson, local shredder and all around good guy Liam Casey, and yours truly. The jump was meticulously perfected by the park staff (and a few of the riders), and by noon, the session was on.

Unfortunately Spencer Watson was injured early on after overshooting the jump and landing nose heavy, on his left side, near the flat bottom. He went absolutely, unfathomably, HUGE. Spencer decided to call off the rest of the session. But don’t worry, he’s fine now.

I invited my good friend Graham Dalik to come up and shoot some photos. As promised, here are a few of his shots:

Waiting for the session to start.

Beau Bishop rocking the Westbeach tall jacket.

Huge.

Spotting some transition.

In living colour.

Backflip or BASE jump? CJ loves hangtime.

Liam Casey and CJ. Front flip and back flip.

Dan Jonas. Grousepark.com. Legit.

Gettin tail.

CJ corkin a 540.

Goin huge. Gettin corked. Grabbin tail.

Liam showing Grouse Mountain why he is the man. - Flat Spin 540.

You can check more shots from the session and some of Graham’s other work on his flickr page.

Grouse locals Jason Macfarlane and Brian Choi were also in attendance snapping shots. As this post is already getting a little photo heavy, I will save their shots for another time.

Hope you enjoyed. I sure did.

-cj

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