In it's third year, the Winter Dew Tour is back in Breckenridge, CO. Skiers and snowboarders from around the world, come to Breckenridge to compete in halfpipe and slopestyle. Breckenridge has stepped up their game with the new 22ft halfpipe (4 feet taller than years past) and a gnarlier slopestyle course consisting of 4 massive jumps and some crazy jibs. I got a chance to snap some photos at the Dew Tour on one of the only sunny days, so hope you enjoy.
Above: An interview at the bottom of the new and improved 22ft halfpipe.
Above: This Burlington closeout rail is an exact replica of a railset in Vermont. Pretty Sick.
Above: Halfpipe competitor throwing down a sweet method.
Above: Breckenridge local Zack Black.
Above: One of the rail features.
Above: A spectator on the side of the pipe watching these kids throw down.
Above: Double corks are standard in competition these days.
Above: I new he was real!
Above: One of the four jumps in Freeway Terrain Park.
Above: Kevin Pearce suffered a traumatic brain injury last year in the halfpipe and was put into a coma. He's been on a long road to recovery, but is doing well. He was cleared by his doctor to start surfing, which is pretty impressive when you look at the fact that he had to relearn to walk. His sponsors have been very supportive along with the whole snowboard community. Oakley made glasses specifically for Kevin after his accident because of his double vision due to the head trauma. I got the chance to talk to him and he seemed to be in good spirits. Attitude is everything. He said he doesn't have interest in riding halfpipe or jumps anymore, but does want to slash some powder when he gets cleared to be back on his board.
Hope you enjoyed...
