Terje Haakonsen

This week I'm launching a new sub-category: the History Lesson, in which I show must-watch videos from the past. It starts with a snowboard film that even inspired Candide. There's also a really nice project from Arc'teryx and a dose of style from Henrik and Phil aka B & E.

ContestHappening is entering its second round and for the first time, it's back in the new guise of PowderGuide 3.0! It's about time: In a few days the first tour stop of the Freeride World Tour (FWT) will take place, and the first qualifier (FWQ) events have already been held last week. We also present the PowderGuide event calendar, which can be filled by users!

The Sweet Grimnir helmet is the pro model from Terje Haakonsen. It is probably the most advanced freeride helmet on the market - only the best materials and manufacturing technologies are used. Certain helmet cameras can be attached to it without having to be glued. This also enables certification with regard to the additional forces that can be caused by a helmet camera in the event of a fall. The helmet is also equipped with MIPS technology, which reduces the rotational forces that can act on the head in the event of a fall.

The big B is out. Is Burton still king of the snowboard industry? The new flick from the "B" team is a colorful, fast-paced film with a good cast. The question that arises is: Is it worth buying a "promotional" video? Is it just advertising or is it actually a snowboard movie?