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International Pro Riders Workshop at Snowbird - Almost Live Season 4 Episode 1

by TetonGravity
Jan 2012 - 302 views

Teton Gravity Research?s fourth annual International Professional Riders Workshop took place Dec. 19-22, 2011, at Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort in Utah. TGR is dedicated to creating a culture of safety among film production crews and athletes in the field and IPRW was created to continue the commitment of maintaining professionalism in the mountains. ?IPRW is our version of the NFL's preseason camps,? TGR Supervising producer Greg Epstein said. ?This is a chance for the TGR team to get together, go over essential mountain skills and engage in some team building.? Watch as Sage Cattabriga-Alosa, Ian McIntosh, Daron Rahlves, Erik Roner, Todd Ligare, Jeremy Jones, Dylan Hood, Seth Morrison, Dash Longe, Rachael Burks, Griffin Post, Matt Philippi, Tim Durtschi, Ralph Backstrom, Ryland Bell and Forrest Shearer get certified in wilderness first aid, brush up on avalanche safety techniques and practice other essential mountain skills. Music by Infernal Overdrive Track: Electric Street Cred Album: Last Rays of the Dying Sun Label Small Stone smallstone.com

Baldface Spring Session Part 2 - Behind The Scenes

by TetonGravity
Nov 2011 - 281 views

In Part 2 of Behind The Scenes at the Baldface Spring Session, a snow storm moves in during TGR's commercial shoot for The North Face. Making the best out of the situation, TGR busts out its Phantom HD Gold camera and captures sick, slow motion shots of powder skiing. The weather clears just in time for athletes Dylan Hood, Sage Cattabriga-Alosa, Mark Carter, Kaitlyn Farrington, Ross Baker, Tom Wallisch, and Mike Riddle to session the huge backcountry booter. Click Here To Buy One For The Road On DVD: http://shop.tetongravity.com/One-For-The-Road.aspx Click Here To Buy One For The Road On iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/teton-gravity-research-one/id468608185 Click Here To Purchase The Award-Winning One For The Road Soundtrack: http://www.tetongravity.com/music/one-for-the-road-soundtrack.aspx

AK Power Plant - Almost Live Season 4 Episode 7

by TetonGravity
Apr 2012 - 241 views

In Almost Live Season 4 Episode 7, Cam Riley and Clayton Vila travel to Anchorage, Alaska, for the first time to film an urban segment for Teton Gravity Research's next feature film, "The Dream Factory." While there, the two skiers find an old haunted power plant next to a train station where they set up a wall ride. In a "Scooby Doo" type of situation, the two jibbers find a ghost in the basement of the factory. But why is the ghost so steezy? The "Almost Live" series takes you around the globe with the TGR production team and athletes. Get an inside look at what goes into first descents, building and hitting massive backcountry jumps, traveling throughout the most exotic locales on the planet, and the lives of the world's top riders. "Almost Live" plants you on location with the TGR crew. You will be able to track our progress throughout the season, and watch the drama unfold. Music courtesy Small Stone Song: ?The Skull of the Head of a Man? by Solace off the album "A.D. Instrumentals" Click Here Watch More Almost Live Episodes: http://www.tetongravity.com/videos/series/almost-live-season-4-102.htm

Ian McIntosh - Behind The Full Face - Part 1

by TetonGravity
Dec 2012 - 214 views

In part one of Teton Gravity Research?s web series Behind The Full Face we see skier Ian McIntosh break into the professional skiing world. Watch as Ian stomps big lines in Jackson, Wyoming, and Haines, Alaska, during his first year filming with TGR. Teton Gravity Research?s web series Behind The Full Face follows skier Ian McInstosh from his youth in Canada to his rise as an internationally know big mountain freerider. Watch as Ian starts as a youth fired up on skiing and grows to become one of the most recognized big mountain skiers in the world today. Watch More TGR Videos: http://www.tetongravity.com/videos/channels/teton-gravity-research-23/

Ian McIntosh - Behind The Full Face - Part 2

by TetonGravity
Dec 2012 - 206 views

In part two of Teton Gravity Research?s web series Behind The Full Face we see big mountain skier Ian McIntosh go deep in Pemberton, British Columbia, on his snow machine with skier Dana Flahr as a way to train for the mountains in Alaska. Ian then takes it to AK with fellow riders Jeremy Jones, Sage Cattabriga-alosa and Seth Morrison. Finally, Ian gains the experience to break out on his own and starts pioneering first descents. Teton Gravity Research?s web series Behind The Full Face follows skier Ian McInstosh from his youth in Canada to his rise as an internationally know big mountain freerider. Watch as Ian starts as a youth fired up on skiing and grows to become one of the most recognized big mountain skiers in the world today. Watch More Episodes: http://www.tetongravity.com/videos/series/ian-mcintosh-behind-the-full-face-196.htm Order The Dream Factory: http://www.tetongravity.com/films/the-dream-factory/

Iceland Air - Behind The Line Season 4 Episode 2

by TetonGravity
Nov 2011 - 175 views

In this week's episode of Behind The Line, Teton Gravity Research travels to Iceland to film freeskiers Nick Martini, Byron Wells and Andreas Hatveit as they trick off an 80-foot gap jump next to the ocean. But with blizzard conditions and just one Pisten Bully snowcat building the backcountry park feature, the shoot comes down to the wire. Luckily, the weather pops and the skiers throw down during an all-time session. Behind The Line is a series where we feature a unique line, jump, or session from the filming of TGR's 2011 ski film, One For The Road. Watch as athletes take a look back at these insane moments and discuss them, providing an in depth look Behind The Line of One For The Road. For more Behind The Line Click Here: http://www.tetongravity.com/videos/series/behind_the_line.aspx

TGR Annual Safety Meeting - Almost Live Season 5 Episode 1

by TetonGravity
Jan 2013 - 171 views

In season 5 episode 1 of Teton Gravity Research's web series Almost Live the TGR crew kicks their season off with the 5th annual International Pro Riders Workshop at Snowbird Mountain Resort. More than an avalanche safety class, this course goes over first aid and high-angle rescue scenarios that are vital to know when performing at a high level in the mountains. IPRW also serves as a team building environment for all TGR athletes to get on the same page before heading out into the field to film the new 2012-'13 ski and snowboard movie. Teton Gravity Research?s Almost Live series takes you around the globe with the TGR production team and athletes. Get an inside look at what goes into first descents, building and hitting massive backcountry jumps, traveling throughout the most exotic locales on the planet, and the lives of the world's top riders. Almost Live plants you on location with the TGR crew. You will be able to track the crew?s progress throughout the season, and watch the drama unfold. Watch More Almost Live Episodes: http://www.tetongravity.com/videos/series/almost-live-season-5-207.htm Watch More TGR Videos: http://www.tetongravity.com/videos/channels/teton-gravity-research-23/ Music courtesy Jeff Cormack and Play Plus Record: http://www.playplusrecord.com Additional music: Artist: Greg V Song: Mist And Fangs 1 Artist: Kevin MacLeod Song: The Whip Theme (Extended Version)

Ian McIntosh's Backyard: Heliskiing In Pemberton - One For The Road Almost Live - Episode 16

by TetonGravity
Oct 2011 - 168 views

In this week's episode of Almost Live, the One For The Road crew make Ian McIntosh dream a reality with a backcountry heliskiing trip to his backyard. Watch as they check off lines he's scoping for years from sleds. As Mac describes, "It was really cool to just get up in the bird and see my home area from a whole new perspective." One For The Road Almost Live is a web series that follows the TGR production team and athletes around the globe as they shoot their 2011 ski film, One For The Road. It provides insight into the lives of the world's top riders as we take an inside look at what goes into first descents, building and hitting massive backcountry jumps and traveling throughout the most exotic locales on the planet. "Almost Live" plants you on location with our crew in the middle of the action. Stay tuned throughout the season and watch the drama unfold. Visit The One For The Road Film Page Here: http://www.tetongravity.com/one-for-the-road/

Angel Collinson Segment From The Dream Factory TGR Ski Movie

by TetonGravity
Jan 2013 - 167 views

Teton Gravity Research skier Angel Collinson is nominated for the Best Female Performance in the 2013 Powder Magazine Video Awards. Check out her full segment from TGR?s newest film, The Dream Factory, where Angel rips the northern Chugach mountains in Alaska with Seth Morrison, Sage Cattabriga-Alosa and Dana Flahr. The Dream Factory synopsis: For the past 16 years, Teton Gravity Research has made the pilgrimage to America?s last frontier, Alaska: The Dream Factory. Throughout history, Alaska has been a place of dreams. From the early gold rush days, to the rise of commercial fishing, to the explosion of the ski and snowboard freeride movement, people have left everything to follow their dreams and journey to this foreign, mystical land. Like the frontiersmen before them, the pioneers of the freeride movement like Doug Coombs, Eric Pehota, and Trevor Petersen made the dream of skiing in Alaska a reality. Follow TGR's modern day athletes on this cinematic voyage through Alaska's awe-inspiring expanse, rich history, and colorful characters. Watch as the TGR crew ventures from AK training grounds Jackson Hole, WY, and Pemberton, BC, and delves deep into the Alaskan way of life during a record snowfall year in AK, skiing terrain most of us only dream about. Order The Dream Factory: http://shop.tetongravity.com/teton-gravity-research-the-dream-factory-blu-ray-dvd-film.aspx Watch More Dream Factory Edits: http://www.tetongravity.com/films/the-dream-factory/categories/Videos/the-dream-factory-174/

Behind The Scenes Intro Shoot Part 1 - One For The Road DVD Extras

by TetonGravity
Nov 2011 - 165 views

Take a behind the scenes look at our latest film One For The Road and see first hand what it takes to create one of the most important scenes in a movie, the Intro. As Todd Jones describes it, "We wanted to create this scene where we were able to bring in the old wise man and this young guy who is going out for the road." One for the Road is an HD ski film that follows some of the world's most progressive snow sports athletes as it documents their lives on the road and captures some of the most stunning riding to date. Road trips are an integral part of every adventurer's life and a conduit to define one's being. Journeys to new lands shed light on each skier's personal mission. Whether shredding with long time ski partners, or meeting a seasoned character in some far off country, wisdom is gained through these new experiences. The road trip is a metaphor for every skier's existence. Visit One For The Road Film Page Here: http://www.tetongravity.com/one-for-the-road/ Purchase One For The Road On DVD Or DVD/Blu-ray Combo Here: http://shop.tetongravity.com/one-for-the-road.aspx Purchase One For The Road On iTunes Here: http://www.tetongravity.com/itunes-oftr

Ski Camping In Valdez - Behind the Line Season 5 Episode 6

by TetonGravity
Dec 2012 - 145 views

In Season 5 Episode 6 of Teton Gravity Research's web series Behind The Line, Ralph Backstrom, Todd Ligare, and Griffin Post take snowmachines deep into the crevasse riddled mountains surrounding Valdez, Alaska and set up camp for a couple of weeks. With the goal of hiking and descending some gnarly lines, the team encounters many challenges that may prevent them from completing their mission. Behind The Line is a series that features a unique line, jump, or session from the filming of Teton Gravity Research's 2012 ski and snowboard film, The Dream Factory. Watch as athletes take a look back at these insane moments and discuss them, providing an in-depth look Behind The Line of The Dream Factory. Watch More Episodes: http://www.tetongravity.com/videos/series/behind-the-line-season-5-195.htm Order The Dream Factory: http://shop.tetongravity.com/teton-gravity-research-the-dream-factory-blu-ray-dvd-film.aspx Music: Tracks: ? Inception Beat ? & ? Fuzz Sound ? Music courtesy of: Jeff Cormack & Play Plus Record http://www.playplusrecord.com Artist: Kevin MacLeod Track: Prelude and Action http://www.incompetech.com

TGR Grom Contest 2012

by TetonGravity
Mar 2012 - 137 views

Ever dreamed of becoming a ski or snowboard movie star? The 2012 TGR Grom Contest will make that dream a reality for one lucky participant by giving them a chance to film with TGR. Groms 17 years of age or younger may submit up to one ski or snowboard edit each month for a chance to film with us during the 2012/2013 season and have an edit of their footage shown before our 2012 film tour. A GoPro HD Hero 2 will also be awarded to our favorite edit from each month. Click Here To Learn About How To Enter, Prize Details, and Contest Rules: http://www.tetongravity.com/contests/grom-contest-2012/

TGR Fall Line Camp 2012 - Almost Live Season 5 Episode 2

by TetonGravity
Jan 2013 - 75 views

In season 5 episode 2 of Teton Gravity Research's web series Almost Live pro skier Tim Durtschi teaches the youth the ropes at the TGR Fall Line Camp at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Now in it?s second winter the TGR Fall Line Camp is the ultimate freeride experience held in the big mountain Mecca of Jackson Hole for middle and high schoolers who aspire to join the next generation of big mountain rippers and park & pipe superstars. Check out what went down at this year's camp. Teton Gravity Research?s Almost Live series takes you around the globe with the TGR production team and athletes. Get an inside look at what goes into first descents, building and hitting massive backcountry jumps, traveling throughout the most exotic locales on the planet, and the lives of the world's top riders. Almost Live plants you on location with the TGR crew. You will be able to track the crew?s progress throughout the season, and watch the drama unfold. Watch More Almost Live Episodes: http://www.tetongravity.com/videos/series/almost-live-season-5-207.htm Watch More TGR Videos: http://www.tetongravity.com/videos/channels/tetongravityresearch-23/

Valdez Heli-Skiing History - Segment From The Dream Factory TGR Ski Movie

by TetonGravity
Jan 2013 - 61 views

In this scene from Teton Gravity Research?s newest film, The Dream Factory, take a look at the history of skiing in Valdez, Alaska, and see what it's like today. Follow the story of the heli-skiing boom from Doug Coombs and the Tsaina Lodge in the early 1990s to the big mountain rippers of today like Todd Ligare, Griffin Post and Ralph Backstrom, who continue the pioneering spirit of skiing in Alaska. Buy The Dream Factory: http://shop.tetongravity.com/teton-gravity-research-the-dream-factory-blu-ray-dvd-film.aspx Read More On The New Tsaina Lodge: http://www.tsaina.com/ Read More On Valdez Heli-Ski Guides: http://valdezheliskiguides.com/

Crushing Blue Ice - Behind The Line Season 5 Episode 1

by TetonGravity
Nov 2012 - 23 views

In season 5 episode 1 of Teton Gravity Research's web series Behind The Line, a nonstop snowstorm in Girdwood, Alaska, forces Dash Longe, Dylan Hood, Tim Durtschi, and Sage Cattabriga-Alosa to look beyond normal ski terrain. The team discovers a lake with frozen ice chucks and decides to have a jib session. Dash Longe throws a flare, a trick he hasn't tried in years. Behind The Line is a series where we feature a unique line, jump, or session from the filming of Teton Gravity Research's 2012 ski and snowboard film, The Dream Factory. Watch as athletes take a look back at these insane moments and discuss them, providing an in depth look Behind The Line of The Dream Factory. Music: Greg V Tracks: Indigo Sky & Defiant One http://www.gregvmusic.com Order The Dream Factory: http://shop.tetongravity.com/teton-gravity-research-the-dream-factory-blu-ray-dvd-film.aspx