MikkelBK and everyone at Geilo Park is on an absolute tear right nowthread

by LocalKook69
May 13th 2024 - Ski Gabber

Everyone at Geilo throwing insane shit rn (Mikkel, SiverVoll, MatsBjorndal, BendikOye, Samual Haugeplass, Fridtjof on the board) Glad a Veteran freestyler like Andreas Hatviet can direct a park build to facilitate so much creativity, its beautiful. Just had to post about this, id also imagine some wooks on here have so…

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Bruce Oldham / Ian Osbythread

by lscheiwiller
May 13th 2024 - Ski Gabber

this is recycled but as they seem to continue to grow so does the anti movement. Sick of seeing these spoiled academy kids use their privilege to scam 12 year olds. It’s beyond cringe and has no place in the ski community. I can’t express how much I dislike both of these individuals. Scumbags. Go trade cryp…

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Should i have gone shorterthread

by SenseiMilla
May 14th 2024 - Gear Talk

I just bought 186cm keys and I’m wondering if I should have gotten 180cm. I’m 6’0 135 so 186cm will be a few inches taller than me and 180cm will be close to my height but a little bit shorter. Not sure there’s anything I can do about it now tho.

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Harlaut Tribute speechthread

by Iskibunnies
May 13th 2024 - Ski Gabber

I have to give a 2-3 min long speech in English about someone who inspires or has inspired a group of people so obviously I am doing Henrik Harlaut. I need some quotes, random facts, and stupid pictures so I can get an A

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The Red Slopes: How Communism is Rescuing the Ski Industry

by pattyeiks
May 12th 2024 - 40 comments

The essay explores the surprising impact of communism on the ski industry, traditionally associated with capitalism. It argues that communist principles are revitalizing skiing, emphasizing accessibility, environmental stewardship, and community empowerment. Through case studies like Rosa Khutor in Russia and Changbaishan in China, it highlights how communist-led initiatives democratize skiing, protect the environment, and empower local communities. Despite challenges, such as bureaucratic hurdles, communism offers a viable alternative to profit-driven models, transforming skiing into a bastion of inclusivity, sustainability, and social justice.