TTR World Snowboard Tour: The Oakley Arctic Challenge

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The Oakley Arctic Challenge

Event information
star accreditation	6STR TTRM	date of event	18.02.2008 - 23.02.2008
Format(s)	QP	location	Oslo, NOR
entry criteria	Invitational and quali events + top 10 from TTR world tour 06/07
Prize Money	$100,000 USD (plus $25,000 OAKLEY Gold Watch)
Number of riders	ca. 25
Ranking Information	-
web address	www.thearcticchallenge.com
Online Registration	-

Event Sponsors

Event History

Created in 1999, The Oakley Arctic Challenge was created as an independent alternative to more established snowboarding events. The Oakley Artic Challenge is owned by the legendary snowboarder Terje Haakonsen. Having developed and invested in The Oakley Arctic Challenge, Terje fullfils the childhood dream of all snowboarders and paves the way for the upcoming talents and progression of the sport. The event protects some key values; independency, creativity, progression, borderless, playfulness, social and environmental responsibilities.

The first full on competition was held in 2000 in the North of Norway, since then it has gathered the best snowboarders on the planet to come together for this very special event. It has also seen global TV and media coverage, there are over 100 journalists and photographers on site every year. TV-channels as BBC, Nippon TV, MTV, Eurosport and Fox Sports have visited and covered the event. The Arctic Challenge was ranked as the best snowboard event in the world in Onboard Magazine's reader poll 2004.

Oakley has backed the event since 1999, and this year steps up their commitment by becoming the presenting sponsor.

The Arctic Challenge 2007 was divided in two parts that will combine the fundamental elements of snowboarding: competition, fun and outdoor experiences. The first part (Oslo - quarter pipe) was an open competition where superstars and talents will compete for one of the most prestigious titles in snowboarding. This competition can give access to join Terje Haakonsen on a freeriding competition through the untamed Arctic in northern Norway.

The 2007 competition was, as in the year before, held in Midtstuen (200 meters from the legendary Holmenkollen arena), a classic ski jump hill that has not been used since Armin Kogler became world champion in 1982. Last years historical re-opening was a joint effort between The Arctic Challenge, Oakley and Skiforeningen, the association looking after the endless ski slopes and wooded areas outside Oslo. This year we continue the cooperation and step up the effort by including sci-fi methods of slope-construction to launch the worlds best quarter-pipe riders into unchartered territory.

Event videos

Arctic Challenge - Peetu Piiroinen TTR World Champ

This 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge (TAC) saw 32 of snowboarding‚Äôs best slopestyle riders whittled down to the three best slopestyle riders worthy enough to step on the podium. See what happened and how it went down, Featuring interviews with the legendary Terje Haakonsen and amazing riding action from the best in international slopestyle snowboarding. The beautifully shaped slopestyle course in Tryvann Vinterpark, Olso, served as a brand new location for this elite Swatch TTR competition.Edit provided by The Oakley Arctic Challenge 2010 / produced by Expect Films - expectfilms.comFor full event results, news, videos and updates keep your eyes glued to the http://www.ttrworldtour.com website.

views: 3152

TTR Tricks - Ville Uotila snowboarding at Arctic Challenge

TTR Tricks - Americas's snowboarder Ville Uotila's slopestyle snowboard tricks at the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge competition in Oslo, Norway. The best snowboard tricks.

views: 3497

TTR Tricks- Torstein Horgmo snowboarding at Arctic Challenge

TTR Tricks - Americas's snowboarder Torstein Horgmo's slopestyle snowboard tricks at the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge competition in Oslo, Norway. The best snowboard tricks.For full event results, news, videos and updates keep your eyes glued to the http://www.ttrworldtour.com website.

views: 17991

TTR Tricks - Eric Willett snowboarding at Arctic Challenge

TTR Tricks - Americas's snowboarder Eric Willett's slopestyle snowboard tricks at the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge competition in Oslo, Norway. The best snowboard tricks.

views: 4060

TTR Tricks- Sage Kotsenburg snowboarding at Arctic Challenge

TTR Tricks - Americas's snowboarder Sage Kotsenburg's slopestyle snowboard tricks at the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge competition in Oslo, Norway. The best snowboard tricks.

views: 4273

TTR Tricks - Roope Tonteri snowboarding at Arctic Challenge

TTR Tricks - Finland's snowboarder Roope Tonteri's slopestyle snowboard tricks at the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge competition in Oslo, Norway. The best snowboard tricks.For full event results, news, videos and updates keep your eyes glued to the http://www.ttrworldtour.com website.

views: 11951

TTR Tricks- Peetu Piiroinen snowboarding at Arctic Challenge

TTR Tricks - Finland's snowboarder Peetu Piiroinen's slopestyle snowboard tricks at the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge competition in Oslo, Norway. The best snowboard tricks.For full event results, news, videos and updates keep your eyes glued to the http://www.ttrworldtour.com website.

views: 38643

TTR Tricks - Mikkel Bang snowboarding at Arctic Challenge

TTR Tricks - Norway's snowboarder Mikkel Bangs's slopestyle snowboard tricks at the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge competition in Oslo, Norway. The best snowboard tricks.For full event results, news, videos and updates keep your eyes glued to the http://www.ttrworldtour.com website.

views: 9481

TTR Tricks - Tore Holvik snowboarding at Arctic Challenge

TTR Tricks - Norway's snowboarder Tore Holviks's slopestyle snowboard tricks at the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge competition in Oslo, Norway. The best snowboard tricks.

views: 3722

TTR Tricks - Mark McMorris snowboarding at Arctic Challenge

TTR Tricks - Canadian snowboarder Mark McMorris's slopestyle snowboard tricks at the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge competition in Oslo, Norway. The best snowboard tricks.

views: 36107

Arctic Challenge - Peetu Piiroinen TTR World Champion

One of the most impressive snowboard athletes in the world today, Peetu Piiroinen (FIN), reconfirmed his reputation with a first place finish at the coveted 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge. The thousands of fans at Tryvann Vinterpark in Oslo, Norway witnessed a piece of snowboarding history as 21-year old Peetu Piiroinen took first place in todays slopestyle competition, and with an additional 1000 TTR ranking points on his account, he took an unassailable lead in the TTR World Rankings. Watch as you see all the action and exactly how it all went down.

views: 10387

TTR Oakley Arctic Challenge 2010 Wrap Up

This 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge (TAC) saw 32 of snowboardings best slopestyle riders whittled down to the three best slopestyle riders worthy enough to step on the podium. See what happened and how it went down, Featuring interviews with the legendary Terje Haakonsen and amazing riding action from the best in international slopestyle snowboarding. The beautifully shaped slopestyle course in Tryvann Vinterpark, Olso, served as a brand new location for this elite Swatch TTR competition.Edit provided by The Oakley Arctic Challenge 2010 / produced by Expect Films - expectfilms.com

views: 6239

TTR Oakley Arctic Challenge 2010 Qualifiction Day

This Friday, the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge (TAC) saw 32 of snowboardings best slopestyle riders battling for one of twenty spots in the semi finals that will be held on Saturday. One of Norways most famous riders Torstein Horgmo, used his home country advantage and qualified in first. The slopestyle course in Tryvann Vinterpark, Olso, served as a brand new location for this elite Swatch TTR competition.Edit provided by The Oakley Arctic Challenge 2010 / produced by Expect Films - expectfilms.com

views: 5686

TTR Oakley Arctic Challenge promotional with Peetu Piiroinen

http://www.ttrworldtour.com/multimedia/live-webcast.htmlPromotional video for the showdown at the Swatch TTR 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge. Will Peetu be able to secure the title in Oslo? Who will go for the coveted TTR TOP5 spots? Tune into the live webcast at 13.00 CET on Sunday 7th of March 2010. Watch history go down in the slopestyle course!

views: 3300

TTR The Oakley Arctic Challenge Finals 2009 -Longo & Ladley

TTR Highlights from the final day of the 2009 Oakley Arctic Challenge Quarterpipe event in Oslo, Norway. Winning runs from Arthur Longo, Matt Ladley and Antti Autti.

views: 3940

Environment Focus At The Arctic Challenge

Environmental issues are discussed at The Oakley Arctic Challenge in Oslo, Norway. How is a huge event trying to become carbon neutral? Watch to find out.

views: 299

TTR - Will Terje Haakonsen break the QP world record?

Training from day 2 at the 2009 6Star TTR Burton Oakley Arctic Challenge in Oslo, Norway. Some serious air time and fantastic powder - will 2009 be the year of 10 meters?

views: 8543

TTR Oakley Arctic Challenge Training - Piiroinen Haakonsen Autti

Peetu Piiroinen, Terje Haakonsen, Antti Autti training on the Quarterpipe and in powder for the TTR 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge 2009 in Olso, Norway. Watch these guys shred some gnarly pow and then try to get 10 meters!

views: 1052

TTR Arctic Open Quarterpipe 2009 Presented by Terje Haakonsen

The 3Star TTR Arctic Open quarterpipe event gives competing riders the last chance to qualify for the 6Star Oakley Arctic Challenge 2009. Hosted by snowboarding legend, Terje himself.

views: 2975

Arctic Challenge Finals 2008 (Kevin Pearce, Terje, Pospisil)

http://www.ttrworldtour.com: Arctic Challenge Finals 2008 Kevin Pearce wins the 6Star quarterpipe title. Terje Haakonsen proves again that he is the transition master. Shayne Pospisil comes 2nd with high and very stylish hits in all 5 attempts. Peetu Piiroinen rounds up the podium with another 3rd place in a big TTR event.

views: 37234

Men's Results

Results for Quarterpipe 2008
Rank	Name	Sponsors	Nation	Score
1	Kevin Pearce	Red, Frends	USA	1000.00
2	Shayne Pospisil	Billabong, Dakine, Head, Smith, Valsurf	USA	942.30
3	Peetu Piiroinen	Anon Optics	FIN	900.00
4	Terje Haakonsen		NOR	868.06
5	Nicolas Mueller	Arcus, Fiat, SigSagSug	SUI	842.41
6	Andy Finch	Rip Curl, Monster Energy, Giro, Go211.com	USA	820.00
7	Risto Mattila	Drake, Northwave, Billabong, Giro, GoMobile, GSM-Suomi, Kostum Shoes, Volvo	FIN	798.79
8	Colin Frei	Zimtstern	SUI	780.00
9	Ulrik Badertscher	Quiksilver, Swag, Burn	NOR	763.35
10	Dustin Craven	Capita, Red Bull, Union Bindings	CAN	746.89
11	Daniel Josefsen		NOR	730.60
12	Fumiyuki Murakami	Forum, Foursquare	JPN	714.50
13	Takaharu Nakai	Salomon, Bonfire	JPN	698.58
14	Jacob Koia	Red Bull, Grenade, FLUX BINDINGS	NZL	682.84
15	Chad Otterstrom	Rossignol	USA	667.28
16	Kim Rune Hansen	Anon Optics, DVS	NOR	651.91
17	Fredrik Scuderi	NikeACG, Ftwo, Smith, Dakine, Deeluxe	NOR	636.72
18	Arthur Longo	Electric, Vans, Burn	FRA	621.71
19	Takato Taniguchi	Allian, Eb's, FLUX BINDINGS, GALLIUM, REW, SHIMANO, Voice-of, WISDOM, ZAMST	JPN	606.88
19	Stale Sandbech	32 Snowboard Boots, Rome, Burn	NOR	606.88
21	Scotty Lago	Flow, Billabong, Smith	USA	577.77
22	Jody Koenders	Protest, Santa Cruz	NED	563.48

OAKLEY ARCTIC CHALLENGE REPLAY

Replay Final

Rider List

Risto Mattila                    FIN            Flow
Kevin Pearce                  USA        Burton
Kim Rune Hansen           NOR        Burton
Terje Haakonsen           NOR         Burton
Jake Blauvelt                   USA           Forum
Arthur Longo                   FRA           APO
Fumyuki Murakami        JPN           Forum
Takota Taniguchi           JPN           Allian
Manuel Pietropoli           ITA           Burton
Andy Finch                      USA           Rip Curl
Colin Frei                       SUI           K2
Markus Keller                  SUI           Dragon
Scotty Lago                   USA           Flow
Nicolas Mueller                SUI           Burton
Takaharu Nakai             JPN           Burton
Peetu Piiroinen              FIN           Burton
Shayne Pospisil              USA           Drake
Chad Otterstrom            USA           Rossignol

previous results

2006

For the 2006 TAC results go to last year's event bio page:
http://www.ttrworldtour.com/events/five5-star/the-arctic-challenge.html

2005

Men:
Best Trick: Andy Finch: Frontside rodeo 720
Highest Air: Andy Finch: 7,5 meters
Overall:
1) Markus Keller
2) Andy Finch
3) Terje Haakonsen
4) Mason Aguirre

Women:
1) Torah Bright
2) Doriane Vidal
3) Anne Molin Kongsgaard

2004

Quarterpipe:
Best Trick: Travis Rice
Highest Air: Andy Finch

Overall:
1) Travis Rice
2) Andy Finch
3) Terje Haakonsen
4) Gian Simmen

Halfpipe:
1) Andy Finch
2) Steve Fisher
3) Risto Mattila
4) Terje Haakonsen

2003

Quarterpipe:
Best Trick: Terje Haakonsen
Highest Air: Terje Haakonsen

Overall:
1) Travis Rice
2) Terje Haakonsen
3) Gian Simmen

Women's
Highest Air: Dorian Vidal

Halfpipe:
Best Run: Shaun White
Best Trick: Marius Otterstad
Best Entry: Halvor Lunn
Highest Air: Gian Simmen

Slopestyle:
1) Shaun White
2) Heikki Sorsa
3) Nate Sheehan

2001

Best Trick: Gian Simmen
Highest Air: Heikki Sorsa

Pipe:
1) Shaun White
2) Terje Haakonsen
3)Danny Kass

Quarter overall: Gian Simmen