Skiers on Skates

Springtime means cross-training. For some of Orlando's resident skiers, ice hockey is the activity of choice. In the last few years, this workout has turned into a fun-loving charity fundraiser between training partners. Divided into teams of Canadians and Americans, the match is something to see. If you're into good causes and like to see your favorite skier or rider do something out of the ordinary, this is a must see! www.orlandohockeyfaceoff.com

Sir Swini, The Sweetest

All of you know Matt Rini. Who couldn't if you're living anywhere near the zip code of water skiing. Yes, he has his own Gold Medal from the World Championships as member of Team Canada back in the day when they took the Title. He has so many more coaching Championships to his credit we won't even start to list them. He's an amazing dad and a husband and the best coach going right now. That's the short story.

What is understated even more than his humble presence leads on; is his dedication to skiing and advancement from a few different directions. He's so great for our sport. He converses with the very best skiers in the world when they have brand new ideas they need a solid opinion on. He is Rossi's number one guy in all of our ski design. No one person rides and gives more input and response than Swini. His daily approach to ski design keeps a level headed focus to our overall theory. He tests gloves and boots and handles and vests and combos and tubes(fun!) and screws and plates and you name it! There is no way we could manage to get a new product on the water without him. He is our formula for success.

The other thing you should know is that after nearly a year of grueling pain and a major knee reconditioning, Swini is back on the water. Back where he loves to be. Back to remembering what he and all of his students love so much... making turns.

It's been a long year. We welcome him back to the water.

Hope you're tired and sore bud! Feel the burn!

Click here to ski with Matt

Rossi's next Ad

Rossi's new advert encompasses all of his Strada Line of wears. Some of the snapshots are of his projects and some are simply eye candy of that sweet slalom style. There are a few bold statements in the copy, but we think you already know we like it that way. This issue is going to be hitting shelves any day now... You're gonna like the cover if you're feeling this ad....

Larkin Wins..... AGAIN!!!!

The peeps at the office sure do love them some Larks!

Larkin Repeats at Moomba

Wow! This is fresh but we have to let you know that Aaron Larkin has just retained his title in Australia at the Moomba Masters! We're like proud parents once again. So happy for the Big Kiwi. The phone is ringing off the hook and the Internet World is loving it. More to come!

Live (kinda) from Moomba

Johan Efverstrom and Lauren Morgan are in the action at Moomba. here is a day one update.

Whitney renews relationship with Radar

Hear Whitney talk personally about Radar, skiing and daily life. Whit just re-signed with Radar after a 5 year relationship consisting of countless titles, including a World Championship. As one of the youngest challengers on tour, Whitney has established herself as the future of Women's Slalom Skiing.

Not keeping it real... When it WAS Real...

You have got to watch this video, if you haven't seen it. It's filmed at the first ever man made ski lake in the world (Horton Lakes). I think it is impossible to comprehend how different the variables were back then. These guys were going fast and taking chances. Bob and Kris Lapoint's slalom style is so clear, even 37 years ago. These guys are the roots of our sport. It's cool to have it captured like this. Enjoy...