Video 1: FARMING TURNS | FULL MOVIE by Chris Rubens
Chris Rubens lived the dream of being a professional skier for many years and traveled around the world to do so. However, a trip to Greenland finally opened his eyes - he decided to radically change course and even risked his career. His new way of life: his own organic farm. Growing his own crops, providing for himself and skiing in winter.
The film shows that there is a more sustainable lifestyle for him than the one he led before. I think it's an exciting insight for many people: As a farmer, you have more time for your hobby in the winter and can focus on provisioning and growing in the spring and summer - a natural rhythm that makes the most of the seasons.
Riders: Chris Rubens, Jesse Johnston-Hill, Huxley Rubens, Eric Hjoleifson, Greg Hill and Kevin Hjertaas
Video 2: BURN PILE | Full Film by Joey Kraft
A compilation of the '25 season sounds unspectacular at first - but this film is incredibly well made. Joey Kraft has been active in the scene for a few years and now also films for big brands such as Head and Salomon. Burn Pile is very humorous, creative and, in my opinion, absolutely worthy of an award.
The skits pick up on themes of the changing ski industry, in which some riders function more as "content brands". The film is aimed at all those who would do exactly the same without sponsors or money - simply because they love skiing.
Riders: Adam Murray, Tristan Underhill, Jake Sandstrom, Will Fossum, Shonny Charbonneau, Benny Smith, Ethan Swadburg, Jacob Belanger, Chase Ujejski, Anders Ujejski, Luke SmartDan Beamish, Sergei Sirotov, Fletcher Smith, Teal Harle, Zoe Blewitt, Etienne Gagnon, Sam Tuff, Josephine Howell, Marcus Murray, Gregor Fair, Meg Cumming, Orion Humphreys and more
Video 3: SNITCH - LINE Skis in Sapporo by Jake Strassman
Sapporo, venue of the '72 Olympics, is home to some of Japan's best street skiers. The LINE team delivers creative spots here, and Andy Parry shows once again that he is a true rail wizard - with fancy tricks and his signature style. Ramen and friends are always a good combination anyway, and Jake Strassman provides strong images and creative perspectives behind the camera.
Riders: Mitchell Brower, Shiori Takahashi, Pete Koukov, Andy Parry, Reagan Wallis, Kevin Salonius & Will Wesson.
Video 4: Japan's Hidden Powder Heaven - Freeriding Minamiuonuma by Mikko-Pekka Karlin
As a professional snowboarder, you are by no means a guide. To find good lines, you have to work together as a team and see how the crew works in difficult situations. He freerided on Minamiuonuma - only an hour and a half from Tokyo, but more difficult to access than Hokkaido.
Antti's films always carry a message, show culture, friendships and his very own view of the mountains. The Finn has been splitboarding in Japan for many years, and I love following his stories.
Riders: Antti Autti, Takumi Nagai
