Travis Rice stopped by London for the UK premiere of his little known movie, 'The Art of Flight' back in November and took the time to chat with Front magazine on all sorts of things snow related. So rightly so, he is Febs 'Dude of Sport'. Only the best get this honour..
So check out a sneak glimpse about of the 4-page interview. Well worth a trip to your local newsagents to spend your pocket money. This months issue, not only with T-Rice, is packed full of great content and on shelves now.
Iouri Podladtchikov (Swi), 23, last night added a new medal to his name while taking the Winter X Games Silver Medal in Snowboard Super Pipe final behing Shaun White. This fourth medal at the X Games comes after Silver in Aspen in 2010, Gold in 2010 and Silver in 2011 in Europe and confirms the Russian born Swiss rider's amazing level. With a 93 points out of 100 in the final, Quiksilver's I-Pod is definitely one of the best Half Pipe riders in the world.
Despite missing Gold, Iouri said that although he didn't win, he was satisfied with his performance. "I am really happy actually because I have never put that run down so clean," an exhausted Podladtchikov said following his last run. "I wish I had another run because I was just getting warmed up. It was my personal best run so far but it wasn't enough today."
From snowdome to the mountains of Bonnie Scotland to the dryslope of Bearsden, Quiksilver rider, Jamie Trinder has been appreciating what the local UK shred scene has to offer.
MOUNTAIN: Here he is at his local shred spot in the Cairngorms, check out him and crew having a mini shred in the park...
The Italian Wonderkid, 14, outclassed best under 16 aussie surfers.
Italian young prodigy Leonardo Fioravanti won this week end the Ocean & Earth International Teenage Rampage Final, a competition gathering Australia's under 16 best groms. Quiksilver's wonderkid wowed crowds with his phenomenal surfing. Winning all three rounds in the lead up to the semis, Fioravanti seemed unstoppable, with Sam Bond knocked out in the semi's and Broulee event winner Matt King (Ulladulla) going down to Mikey Wright and Luke Hynd, the final was packed with talent.
At the age of 14, the youngest contender of his category appreciates his performance : "Surfing against Australia's best teenagers was awesome, these guys ripped out there all day and it came down to the last minute it was unreal. It's so good being in Australia, I love the culture and the people here in Cronulla have been so friendly, I've made some good friends here and would love to come back and surf again", said a super excited Fioravanti.
After Eric Willett's win yesterday in the slopestyle event, Iouri Podladtchikov today carried again high the Quiksilver flag by winning the half pipe event of the 2011/2012 Dew Tour second stop in Killington, Vermont, USA. American rider Louie Vito was leading the final when I-Pod dropped in the icy killington half pipe.
The Swiss Russian born snowboarding star won the final throwing a Cab 720, frontside crippler into back 1260 into front 1080 to cab 1080 all perfectly landed with an impressive amplitude and his tailor made smooth style. Despite an engaged second run, Vito could not overtake Iouri, declared the winner by the judges with a 96,75 points score out of 100. After his third place finish in Breckenridge last month, Iouri takes the lead of the Dew Tour Rankings with 182 points in front of Louie Vito, second with 180 points. With one week to go before the X Games, I-Pod looks in a terrific shape !
Quiksilver rider Eric Willett, 23, came out swingng in his first run in Saturday's men snowboard slopestyle Finals in Killington, Vermont. On a day where a recent snow was slowing down the course, many of the havy hitters including Chas Guldemond and Mark McMorris were having trouble landing their reuns. But not Willett, who came in with confidence and came through with his riding.
“You just got to be confortable with your riding and know what you can do and just kind of go for it and send it,” Willett said.
His first run scored a 91,00 and went like this : front 270 on down rail in the first section to gap front lip 270 out on the gap down in the second. On the third section, he went for a front board switchout on the cannon. Next up were the three jumps, and he did a switch back 10 double into a cab 9 double to finish with a front 10 double. He's now in third overall in the race for the Dew Cup heading into the last event in Snowbasin (UT).
Legendary skier, James Woods, was welcomed to the Quiksilver snow team just before the season kicked off back in August. And we couldn't be more stoked to have him onboard!
Here's a quick look back at him representing in Fronts issue 163.
Representing for Quiksilver... and representing for skiiers all over as he takes on snowboarder, Dan Wakeham. But as Woodsy puts it:
'... in reality that whole rivalry is kind of old- fashioned. The only difference between the two sports is that we stand facing forwardand they stand sideways.'
But if your choosing sides... In this case, it's got to be skiing!
You can follow him on Twitter @JamesWoodsy or keep checking on the Quiksilver blog for more team updates and news on Woodsy's season.
And check out www.frontarmy.com for daily news and interesting chit chat. Another exciting Front 'Dude of Sport' featuring one of Quiksilvers most famous team members is out January 29th...
You might have had the pleasure to have already checked out a live performance from 'Auction for the Promise Club' as they played to the crowd at the Quiksilver Pro Junior in Newquay this past August bank holiday. But if you've not heard of them or from them, do not despair as they are about to release their debut EP on February 24th.
Hailing from, the fishing village of, St Agnes, Cornwall, the band has recorded at Abbey Road Studios and have received some recent credible radio time. Introduced on BBC 6 Music by Tom Robinson, on XFM by John Kennedy and on Absolute Radio by Sarah Champion, as well as regional BBC Radio Show's across the country. The female-fronted rock band have garnered critical acclaim for their unique sound, which channels shoegaze through giant hooks and huge choruses.
2010/2011 saw Auction for the Promise Club play support slots before Paolo Nutini, Martha Wainright and Pendulum at the Eden Sessions and also Reverend and The Makers. The band has racked up performances at some of the country's most renowned venues, including Liverpool's Cavern Club, The Factory/Fac251 in Manchester, Birmingham's Gatecrasher and the ICA in London, as well as headlining a closing show at London Fashion Week, Jalouse, Mayfair.
The band have recently released videos for the tracks 'Under China' and 'If' from their debut 'One' EP that was recorded at Abbey Road Studios and Cube Recordings. Two more videos are in production to tie in with the digital release of 'One EP' on February 24th 2012 with a show at 100 Club, London.
Check out the video for their track 'Under China' and be sure not to miss the band's special show at London's 100 Club on Feb 24th which marks the release of this fantastic EP.
Big mountain legend and Quiksilver snowboarder James Stentiford killed it on the Freeride World Tour last year, with podium finishes and a 6th place overall. This year Stentiford is back and stronger than ever, with hopes of glory and a hunger for the title:
‘I know I can win one if I get a good line and with a bit of luck on the day.'
The iconic 40-year old, a legend on the U.K. scene, finds his place amongst the top freerider's in the world and is the only Brit to qualify. He faces tough competition from other international big mountain legends, such as Xavier de la Rue, but with experience rivalling the best of them and the support of the British crowd, James is definitely ready for the challenge:
‘Hopefully I can surprise a few people, I don't really feel under pressure like some of the younger riders so hopefully that will be an advantage.'
So get your mascot outfits ready and your fingers crossed, as things kick off on the 21st of January in Chamonix. It's the first stop of the Swatch Freeride World Tour and what better way to start than on his training ground!
Check out Transworld's trip to Bonnie Scotland for a shred last season. With Quiksilver snow team manager Gary Greenshields, Jamie Trinder and Roxy's Aimee Fuller all getting in on the action.
The Quiksilver team surfer whose season was suspended due to injury during The Quiksilver Pro France (Oct) has started this year with some great sessions in preparation for his return to the ASP World Tour.
Following his ankle injury during the Quiksilver Pro France Round 3, last October, Jeremy Flores went through intensive rehabilitation until the end of 2011.
After he pulled out of The Quiksilver Pro and Peniche events, the surfer from Reunion Island was also forced to withdraw the Pipe Masters where he hoped to defend to defend his title.
He still achieved an impressive 13th in the World Ratings despite missing 3 events.
In spite of his intensive rehabilitation program, he traveled to Hawaii to honor his invitation and attend the opening of the Quiksilver In Memory Of Eddie Aikau Big Wave Event. He is the sole European entrant in the competition that will only run when the waves reach the required size.
On Christmas Eve, Jeremy took part in a trip to Morocco, which was organized by Quiksilver alongside Ramzi Boukhaim and Dimitri Ouvre, to see if his ankle had recovered. A solid swell hit Taghazout near Agadir, which allowed Jeremy and the boys to surf the famous spots of Killer, Anchors Point and the surrounding beaches.
Between Christmas and New Years Day there were some epic sessions at Graviere as well as Peniche and Ericeira in Portugal, where he surfed alongside Aritz Aranburu and Patrick Beven.
After returning to Hossegor, Jeremy Flores is preparing to travel to Hawaii this week in preparation for the start of the 2012 season, which begins with the Quiksilver Gold Coast event held during the 25thFeburay and the 7th March.
Quiksilver is pleased to announce, not only one, but two new additions to their UK skate team with both Jake Collins and Kyron Davies signing on.
Jake Collins, the all-terrain destroyer who is as comfortable on the streets as he is on tranny, hails from Newport, Wales and is part of the Killcity crew, who recently released their long awaited video. Kyron Davies is one of the biggest undiscovered talents in the UK. His effortless style and massive pop make him one to watch for the future. From North London he has cut his teeth at London's famous spots also honing his tranny skills at Bay 66.James Stentiford, team manager, is stoked to have them both onboard:
‘Jake and Kyron are two of the biggest talents in the UK, I can't wait to get out on the road and see them smash it up.'
Keep your eyes peeled for the boys welcome edits, dropping soon.
Jake and Kyron join the, already strong, Quiksilver UK skate team which consists of Sam Bosworth, Alex Decuhna and Dan McDermott. Keep checking on the Quiksilver blog for news, updates and podcasts from the new additions and the whole UK team.
Quiksilver, DC and Roxy teams shined at the recent ISA China Cup held previous the ASP 4 star event in Hainan Island, China.
This international competition sanctioned by ISA Federation crowned Peru's Roxy Girl Sofia Mulanovich in the Open Women's division while DC surfer Marc Lacomare (France) grew on the 3rd step of Men's Final followed by Quiksilver's Nic Muscroft (Aus) for copper. The Australian was also rewarded with the Oz National Team, winner of the team contest ahead of the French selection.
Open Women Final Gold – Sofia Mulanovich (PER) – 15.27 Silver – Sarah Baum (RSA) – 13.70 Bronze – Diana de Souza (BRA) – 12.60 Copper – Justine Dupont (FRA) – 10.76
Open Men Final Gold – Heath Joske (AUS) – 17.50 Silver – Cory Lopez (USA) – 12.33 Bronze – Marc Lacomare (FRA) – 12.30 Copper – Nic Muscroft (AUS) – 4.13
Final ISA China Cup Team Rankings 1. Australia – 12,930 2. France – 11,658 3. USA – 10,690 4. Peru – 10,028 5. Brazil – 9,760 6. South Africa – 8,880 7. Argentina – 7,690 8. Venezuela – 7,460
In case you missed it over the weekend, Quiksilver snowboarder Billy Morgan was on the tv. BBC sport exclusively interviewed him about his infamous triple rodeo and you could catch him chatting on Ski Sunday and BBC sport online. Check it out now:
Quiksilver's Eric Willett (USA) today took the second place of the 6 star TTR stop in Davos (Swi) in the slopestyle event. The US rider was narrowly defeated (0.3 points) by his good friend Mark McMorris (Can) in the final while Seppe Smits (Bel) took the 3rd place. This new podium in a slopestyle event illustrate Willett's great form this year. The last US Open winner and current leader of the overall Big Air TTR ranking this season will be soon heading to Aspen to compete in both slopestyle and big air events at the next Winter X Games. According to his season start, Willett looks, more than ever, as a strong contender for gold in Colorado where he already won in 2010 (slopestyle).
As most people will have noticed, Billy Morgan has been hitting the snowboard headlines after landing the first ever triple cork backside rodeo. Not only has he had over 200 000 hits on youtube but has been on the front page of ESPN.com, the XGames facebook page and Yahoo sports minute.
After spending a month getting ready for the season in Breckenridge Billy was home for Christmas and a quick rest before embarking on a busy contest schedule that kicked off this week with the TTR Oneill evolution 6star event in Davos. Hoping to build on his great start to the season . Follow Billy at as he heads into round 2 of the competition:
Quiksilver's latest signing and on the radar rider, Billy Morgan has qualified through to round 2 of the O'Neill Evolution out in Davos, Switzerland. With a cracking run involving a double backside rodeo and cab 270, gaining him the score of the day!
You can watch him live as he competes in qualification round 2 next on the schedule (snowed off for now...)
The International Surfing Association is proud to announce the Hainan Riyue Bay International Surfing Festival presented by Quiksilver that will take place in Wanning, Hainan Island, China.
From January 6 to 14, China will become the international surfing capital with the world's top surfers competing on their National Teams in the ISA China Cup followed by a second surfing competition, the Hainan Classic, an ASP Men's 4-Star contest. It will be the first time ever in the history of the country that surfing events of this magnitude take place.
