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Burton Snowboards’ Chill foundation was founded in 1995 by Jake and Donna Burton to bring snowboarding to kids who otherwise wouldn’t have a chance to try our unique sport. Since then the foundation has been very involved in projects that help youth in many US cities. For the upcoming Burton US Open in Stratton, Vermont the foundation has organized a special treat.

The Chill Foundation announced today that they will be flying outstanding youth participants from their 14 North American cities to Vermont to attend the US Open Snowboarding Championships at Stratton Mountain from February 10th-13th.  Participants were selected based on not only their progression in snowboarding, but also on their demonstrated commitment to Chill’s values.  This will be the 12th year that Chill has provided this unique experience for kids served by Chill’s program in North America.

Youth participants will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in snowboarding culture at one of the largest snowboarding competition in the world.  Activities will include watching the sport’s best riders compete in halfpipe, slopestyle, and big air events, riding with Burton founders Jake and Donna, and a special recognition event with various Burton team riders and Stefan Lessard of Dave Mathews Band and Yukon Kornelius. Stefan and his “Secret Stash” of friends will also perform at a special benefit show with all of the proceeds going directly to the Chill Foundation.

June Heston, Executive Director for the Chill Foundation had the following to say about the event. “The U.S. Open gives these Chill participants the opportunity to see beyond their own community, and it is a way for them to really experience and believe that anything is possible.” Many of the youth Chill serves have never been out of their cities let alone to a major event such as the U.S. Open.

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Well, the seasons over, the snow is melting and the champions have been crowned. Are you having withdrawl symptoms too? Just incase TTR has decided to air its 26 minute Television show wrapping up the entire season exclusively on ttrworldtour.com. From Chas’ knock out down under, amazing double corks in Japan and Canada, as well as the clash of the titans at the European and US Opens. Read the rest of this entry »

History went down today on Stratton Mtn., Vermont as Danny Kass won the 5th USO Halfpipe title of his career. But the man of the day was without a doubt… no, not Shaun White – he was forced to watch from the sidelines with an ankle problem – …Peetu Piirionen. The calm pal from Finland managed to land on the podium once again this season and thus took home the Swatch TTR World Title and $50.000 a day earlier than expected. The official crowning ceremony will still be held tomorrow though. [vimeo width="640" height="360"]http://vimeo.com/3796291[/vimeo] Read the rest of this entry »

The 6Star US Open has been the final stop on the TTR Tour for 4 years now for the men and it’s never been this exciting.2006 – Tour Champion Mathieu Crepel (FRA): It all came down to Risto and Mathieu battling it out in the HP final in Stratton – Mathieu finished 5th and Risto 6th in the pipe after both messed up in the slopestyle. The Frenchman had only 5 points more and won the first ever Tour title!2007 – Tour Champion  Shaun White (USA): After Travis won the snowy slopestyle and Shaun only managed to come 3rd it came down to the pipe! Shaun won, while Travis got injured breaking his collarbone bailing on the last hit after a sick run and Mr. White became the first ever American TTR Champ. Antti Autti finished just outside the podium in both formats and held on to World Nr. 2 while Kevin Pearce finished in World Nr. 4 and earned his entry ticket to ride in 07/08 TTR events!2008 -  Tour Champion Kevin Pearce (USA): After an incredible season winning 2 Air&Style rings of glory, the BEO HP, TAC – it was one simple gust of wind that almost cost Pearce the title against Shaun. Even though Shaun won both USO formats, Pearce could hold it together and came 3rd in the pipe. Due to 1 result missing on Shaun’s list of results he couldn’t capitalize and the title went to Kevin. Peetu Piiroinen also had his first appearance on the international TTR contest scene and consistent TOP5 finishes and several podiums at the big quarterpipe events paid out and let him jump to World Nr. 2 in the end.Now in 2009 it’s between Shaun and Peetu Piiroinen from Finland for the Swatch TTR World Snowboard Tour Title and it all comes down to the final standings in both halfpipe and slopestyle on Saturday and Sunday. What can happen and who can go where in the rankings – find out all about this nailbiting season finish-up here. Read the rest of this entry »

Follow this blog for the latest predictions on the Swatch TTR Ranking List and stay on top of developments during the 6Star Burton US Open! You will get exclusive insight on the Tour Championship contenders and the TTR TOP 5 (from the geeky statistical standpoint) or how Risto would say: “You guys are looking for battles everywhere!” - Why are only Shaun and Peetu in contention for the title this season?- How come 07/08 Champion KP is in front of Shaun but does not even have a shot to win the trophy besides the other killer riders in the TOP10?- How is the game changing after the halfpipe finals on Saturday? Read the rest of this entry »

After 10 months and 25 countries the swatch TTR world tour has landed in Stratton, Vermont for the final Stop on the mens 07/08 calender. Blue skies were out for the first day of halfpipe practice. Riders were checking things out and getting to know the transition that layed ahead.The Open which draws over 40,000 fans, big name sponsors and international media, is free of charge to spectators. This years medieval theme “Fields of Destiny” sums up the conclusion of the men’s tour perfectly. Read the rest of this entry »