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Snowboarding is one of the most exciting sports. And its popularity is growing by leaps and bounds, which is greatly facilitated by The Ticket to Ride (TTR) community, created in 2002 and uniting beginners and professionals.
The TTR World Ranking takes into account points earned from participating in the most important competitions in the snowboarding world. Today we present to your attention, which includes the Top 10 best athletes planets.
10. Darcy Sharpe (Sharpe, Darcy), Canada
The Canadian athlete grew up in the mountains and first snowboarded at the age of 5. The professions of all members of the Sharp family are connected in one way or another with boarding or skiing. Considering that Darcy is only 16 years old, the athlete’s main achievements are still ahead.
9. Yuki Kadono (Kadono, Yuki), Japan
Another 16-year-old athlete in the men's ranking of the best snowboarders in the world. Among the snowboarder's latest achievements is victory in international competitions freestyle at Air + Style Beijing 2012 in Beijing last December.
8. Mark McMorris (McMorris, Mark), Canada
The 19-year-old was the first in the world to perform the difficult Backside Triple Cork 1440 in 2011. Mark is a Gold Medalist at the 2012 X Games Aspen in slopestyle and big air.
7. Sven Thorgren (Sven), Sweden
Eighteen-year-old Sven took sixth place at the 2012 Snowboard World Championships in Oslo. Thorgren has been snowboarding since he was seven years old. Today the athlete has more than a dozen prizes won at international competitions.
6. Derek Livingston (Livingston, Derek), Canada
The experienced 22-year-old snowboarder started training quite late - at the age of 8. Today Derek is the pride of Canadian snowboarding and a recognized master of the halfpipe.
5. Sandbech, Stale, Norway
Steele is 19 years old, he has been competing at international level since he was fourteen, and at 16 he was awarded the title “Norwegian Snowboarder of the Year.” Sandbeck's latest achievements include third place at Air + Style Beijing 2012.
4. Benji Farrow (Farrow, Benji), USA.
The 20-year-old athlete has devoted more than 14 years to snowboarding. Today, Farrow is the best American snowboarder performing at the world championships and demonstrating extremely positive dynamics of success.
3. Antoine Truchon (Antoine), Canada
Truchon rounds out the top three, leading world snowboard ranking (men's). In February 2012, the 22-year-old athlete became the first in the FIS World Cup competition in Quebec.
2. Michael Ciccarelli (Mikey), Canada
Michael has gold in the 2012 Winter Youth Olympic Games in snowboarding slopestyle. 16-year-old Michael got on the board at the age of seven. Today, Michael (Micky) Chicarelli is the best among Canadian athletes in the men's ranking.
1. Roop Tonteri (Roope), Finland
Tonteri heads men's world snowboard rankings with a large lead over their rivals. In 2010, Roop became the first athlete in the world to win the title for the second time. championship title WSF World Rookie Champion. And at the beginning of 2012, Roop won the TTR Burn River Jump.
These people are known only in narrow circles, but they sports achivments talk about a lot. Meet 11 awesome athletes who conquer the waves, snowy slopes and urban jungles. By the way, you can meet many of them at the upcoming sports and music festival Quiksilver New Star Camp on Rosa Khutor.
Sonya Fedorova
Sonya Fedorova is a Russian snowboarder, participant of the Olympic Games in Pyeongchang. Sonya got on the board at 13 and a few years later made it to the national team. The girl always liked to compete, so the first places at the World Cups were great incentive move forward. Sonya trains almost all year round: her season begins in August and ends in late spring. The athlete trains mainly in Europe - in Austria and Switzerland, as well as in New Zealand, when there is no snow in Europe. Favorite place for skiing in Russia is Krasnaya Polyana. At the Olympics, Sonya took eighth place in the slopestyle discipline, and she is very pleased with her result.
Denis Leontyev
“The main thing is not to strive to immediately become a superstar, but to truly love the board.” So says Denis Leontyev, one of the most famous Russian snowboarders. Sports career Denis started in 2007. He has successful performances at the Frontline Rail Jam, Rip Curl GBG Rail Battle, Junkyard In The City and many others. All year round Denis rides all over the world, shoots videos and participates in all kinds of contests. Denis is one of the best jibbers of our time. Jibbing is extreme descents, jumping and sliding on specially prepared figures in a snow park or on architectural details - railings and parapets.
Olya Smeshlivaya
Olya Smeshlivaya is a three-time Russian champion, World Cup medalist and master of sports in snowboarding. On the board she performs the most difficult tricks that many male athletes cannot do. Olya believes that every snowboarder should have an individual riding style, their own tricks and unique skills. Like many Russian riders, Olya’s main place of strength is the Sochi Mountains. It’s not for nothing that the athlete became an ambassador of the Rosa Khutor resort - her exciting lifestyle inspires beginners to develop in snowboarding and not give up after the first failures.
Anna Orlova
Anya Orlova is a professional snowboarder, winner of many international and Russian freeride competitions. For three years, Anya has been among the top 3 best freeriders on the planet according to Freeride World Qualifier. The athlete was born in Siberia and for 16 years now she cannot imagine her life without mountains and boards. Anya believes that a huge advantage of freeriding is the freedom to travel and express yourself the way you like. Anya's favorite places to ski are Sheregesh and Italian Courmayeur.
Olya Raskina
Olya Raskina is a professional windsurfer, silver medalist at the 2014 World Windsurfing Championship. The girl has been windsurfing for more than 12 years. For the last 6 years, she has been teaching beginners how to fly over the waves under sail - her Windsurf Beauties camps project brings together girls who are partial to waves and extreme sports in the most exotic places on the planet. Fast and dangerous spots of Mauritius, icy water of South Africa and storms of the Black Sea - this is where Olya feels at home. Moreover extreme sport does not stop her from being a wonderful wife and mother. In all her adventures, Olya is accompanied by her two-year-old son Lev and her husband Kirill Umrikhin, an extreme sports enthusiast, action photographer and traveler.
Alexey Sobolev
Alexey Sobolev is a multiple champion of Russia in snowboarding, a participant in the 2014 Olympics and the founder of his own online snowboard school SobolevSnowboardSchool. “Snowboarding gives me the energy that I can’t get anywhere else,” the athlete admits. Alexey is sure that many snowboarders sometimes lack some knowledge that will allow them to feel as free as possible on the mountain. To fill this gap for everyone, the athlete founded his own snowboard school. The training includes modules for both beginners and advanced riders, so no one will be bored.
Sergey Rashshivaev
Sergey Rashivaev surfs all over the world and throughout Russia. Sakhalin, Kamchatka, Sochi, Crimea, Kaliningrad - here is a short list of domestic locations where you can catch a wave. Sergey is the winner of various Russian and international competitions in the shortboard category, a traveler and adventurer. Not long ago, Sergey founded the surf school Surf Holidays and now organizes camps in the best surf locations on the planet: Bali, Vietnam, Dominican Republic, Morocco, Mexico and other exotic countries. Surfing is not for everyone, but if you fall in love with this sport, you will definitely love it for life.
Alina Balashova
Alina Balashova is a bronze medalist at the 2013 Russian Snowboard Cup in the big air and slopestyle disciplines. In February 2017, Alina received serious injury knee: a tear of the lateral ligament and a rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament deprived the athlete of the opportunity to ride for almost six months. Now the girl has recovered and continues to delight her followers on Instagram. bright photos from Krasnaya Polyana, videos of crazy stunts and incredible mountain landscapes. The athlete admits that she is afraid of freeride in unfamiliar mountains, but in Sochi she is already familiar with every off-piste section. Moreover, when it snows, it’s impossible to sit in the park. Another love of Alina is surfing, for which the girl goes to Portugal and Bali.
Kostya Andreev
Kostya Andreev is a Russian BMX rider. Kostya started skating at the age of 13 in city skateparks and after a couple of years he felt that he was ready for serious competitions. The guy skated too well for the amateur level, so in 2013 he began competing in pro competitions in Russia and consistently took one of the places on the podium. In 2014, at the FISE World international competitions, Kostya was in the top ten at several stages. Kostya has not only medals from numerous competitions, but also ProBMX Awards: “ Best video", "Best Rider" and "Best Park Rider of the Year".
Pavel Alekhin
Pavel Alekhin is a leading Russian freestyle MTV rider. Triumphant performances at Roc’d’Azur in France and Scott On Air in Germany, as well as prizes for the best trick at the Austrian White Style and Vienna Air King competitions brought the extreme sportsman into the world elite. Stunts on huge ramps and breakneck speed make the hearts of his fans around the world skip a beat. Alyokhin created his own Freestyle Show, thanks to which freestyle MTV in Russia reaches a new level. Pavel and his team performed at the city day in Moscow, in Baku at the Formula 1 Grand Prix and at the Red Bull Air Race.
Maxim Kruglov
Maxim Kruglov is a leading Russian skateboarder. Max started using the board at the age of 15 and has not left it since then. There were few role models in Soviet-Russian childhood, so the guy had to learn from his own mistakes. Behind last years the athlete won all the most important Russian tournaments and performed at international competitions, got into and thoroughly strengthened his position in the top 20 riders in the world. Related articles Artem Shelder: how to start snowboarding Denis Bonus: “When I ride, it’s like I’m dancing” The hottest girls at QuikSilver New Star Camp Sales of tours to Quiksilver New Star Camp 2018 have started
In snowboarding, as in any field, there are people who are head and shoulders above the rest. They dedicated their lives to snowboarding and changed the way we look at snowboarding as a form of entertainment. Usually they choose the top ten, sometimes fifty. We couldn't limit ourselves to fifty. Therefore, we present the 50 most significant riders in the history of snowboarding. This list is by no means an axiom or gospel. Any such rating is always a subject of discussion. And we would be interested to know what you think about this. We even opened a special thread on the forum.
Below is a list of those people who, in our opinion, have had or are having the greatest impact on the snowboard industry. And we are always ready to expand this list by adding our riders to it.
1) Craig Kelly(Craig Kelly) is a legend who has inspired riders like Terje Haakonsen with his riding. Craig died in an avalanche on January 20, 2003. The only rider about whose life a full-length feature film was made - \"Let It Ride\". The film received the "Best Picture" and "Best Soundtrack" awards at the 2007 X-Dance Film Awards and won the Whistler Film Festival.
2) Jamie Lynn(Jamie Lynn) - an inspiration for future generations with an indescribably effortless style. A wonderful artist and tattooist. Jamie works with the most famous brands and everyone is delighted to release a pro model from Lynn. Suffice it to mention Dragon, Lib Technologies and Vans.
3) Terje Haakonsen(Terje Haakonsen). Over the past 10 years, Terje Haakonsen has been the strongest rider on the planet. One of the founders and ideologists of the TTR competition.
4) JP Walker(JP Walker) is a rider who can safely be called the founder and trendsetter of jibbing.
5) Travis Parker(Travis Parker) - Makes snowboarding fun.
6) Sean What(Shaun White) is the best pipe rider in the world. He performs well in big air, slopestyle and skateboarding. The highest paid professional rider.
7) Devan Walsh(Devun Walsh) is the best rider in the business.
8) Travis Rice(Travis Rice) - \"That\'s it that\'s all\", and that's not enough.
9) Nicholas Muller(Nicolas Muller) - his skating looks the easiest.
10) Johan Olofsson(Johan Olofsson) - He is one of the first riders who began to use mountain landscapes and do tricks during filming. In Standard Films' TB5 (Totally Board Part 5), Johansson took what was then an insane ride on a slope of more than 50 degrees, covering almost 5 kilometers in 35 seconds. Its speed exceeded 85 kilometers per hour, and the total race time was 35 seconds. The snowboarding world was so shocked by the film that Johan Olofsson was included in the Guinness Book of World Records.
11) Kevin Jones(Kevin Jones) - X Games legend.
12) Gigi Ruf(Gigi Ruf) – the world has never seen a better freestyler in the backcountry.
14) Peter Line(Peter Line) - Forum's founding father and inventor of the backside rodeo.
15) Jeremy Jones Jeremy Jones is the king of jibbing and founder of Jones snowboards. Stands away from sporting events and be more concerned about preserving the environment for future generations.
16) Romain de Marchi(Romain De Marchi) is another snowboarding legend and one of the founders of Yes snowboards.
17) Jussi Oksannen(Jussi Oksannen) is one of the best snowboarders of our time.
18) David Benedek(David Benedek) is a true innovator.
19) Jeff Bruschi Jeff Brushie is a jibbing innovator and developer of RIDE bindings.
20) Ingemar Backman(Ingemar Backman) is one of the founders of the Riksgränsen snowboard camp, located in Sweden 250 km from the Arctic Circle on the border with Norway. The resort in this place was created back in 1903, when they built railway. Only 30 people live permanently at the resort, Ingemar is one of them.
Due to the polar night, skiing is only possible from mid-February. And in May a snowboard camp starts in Riksgränsen.
21) David Vincent(David Vincent) - declared France as one of the snowboarding countries.
22) Axel Paporte(Axel Pauporte) - inspires others with his tricks, as even Travis Rice admitted.
23) Mike Ranquette(Mike Ranquet) - one of the first to start working not on technique, but on the style of tricks, developing his own unique style.
24) Brian Iguchi(Bryan Iguchi) is a snowboarding legend who has been on the slopes of Mount Baker for the last ten years.
25) Terry Kidwell(Terry Kidwell) - the guy who inspired Craig Kelly. \"Father\" freestyle
26) Trevor Andrew(Trevor Andrew) is a snowboarding star with a unique style.
27) Sean Palmer(Shaun Palmer) - mega-star of snowboarding, achieved success in almost everything he took on (snowboarding, skiing, rollerblading, motocross, etc.). Made snowboard cross popular. Founded the Palmer company.
28) Todd Richards(Todd Richards) is one of the few snowboarders who supported Terje Haakonsen's endeavors from the very beginning.
29) Mickey LeBlanc(Mickey Leblanc) - he is credited with the invention and popularization of this type of riding, like riding behind a car on a cable.
30) Danny Cass(Danny Kass) is one of those who can compete with Shaun White in the pipe.
31) Tara Dakides(Tara Dakides) - it was she who raised women's snowboarding to a professional level.
32) Eero Ettala(Eero Ettala) - performs the best Rodeo. And double Rodeo too...
34) Chad Otterstrom(Chad Otterstrom) is a rider with great style who has long been underestimated, despite receiving the title "Rider of the Year" from Transworld magazine.35) Victoria Gialous(Victoria Jealous) - showed that girls are not afraid to ride in the mountains with a slope of 45 degrees.
36) Tom Bart(Tom Burt) - a popular rider in his time. Now owns Winterstick Resort.
37) JP Solberg- a man of style, literally in everything.
38) DCP- one of the few pros who prefers mountains to competitions.
39) Heiki Sorsa(Heiki Sorsa) is perhaps the most underrated rider in snowboard history. They started talking about him only after the Olympics in Salt Lake City in 2002, where he competed with a huge mohawk.
40) Jean Simmen(Gian Simmen) / Ross Powers (Ross Powers) - Olympic champions halfpipe in 1998 and 2002.
Europe is a paradise for skiers. Here are the best ski resorts in the world with excellent slopes, excellent infrastructure and very good snow cover. In addition, Europe is also a paradise for snowboarders. Which direction to choose for a quality winter holiday? We invite you to consider the best resorts in Europe for snowboarders.
1. Avoriat, France
This is the Mecca of snowboarding in Europe. It is no coincidence that it was here that the famous snowboarder Yogan Baisami decided to open his snowboard school.
Avorya was originally built as a resort. Before this, there was a desert plateau that served as a pasture for livestock. The first fans of skiing were able to visit here in 1966. The closest airport to the resort is in Geneva. It will take a couple of hours to get there by bus or car.
2. St. Anton, Austria
The resort is famous for its beautiful Austrian landscapes. This is the best ski resort for snowboarding in Austria. There is access to the most beautiful slopes in the region with exceptional snow quality and the richest infrastructure at the top. In addition, St. Anton is known for its après-ski parties and nightclubs.
The nearest airport is Innsbruck, located about one hundred kilometers away. You can easily and easily get to St. Anton by train. The fact is that there is a train station right at the resort.
3. Gudauri, Georgia
If you're looking to discover a new snowboarding destination, head to Georgia. Gudauri is located just an hour and a half drive from the capital of the country, Tbilisi. About twenty percent of the trails are intended for professionals, and about sixty are for “average skiers.” Advantages of Gudauri: breathtaking views of the Caucasus Mountains, as well as exceptional snow quality guaranteed in winter.
The resort offers very affordable prices for all services and accommodation.
4. Laax, Switzerland
The resort offers excellent slopes for experienced and less experienced snowboarders. Everything has been done here so that you don’t have to stand in line for several hours. Laax lifts are considered the best in Europe. Most of the trails here are located above 1800 meters above sea level. The highest point of the region is 3018 m.
The nearest airport is Zurich. You can order a transfer from him, which will take about 2.5 hours.
5. Verbier, Switzerland
Excellent maintenance of the slopes, extensive infrastructure, modern ski lifts - all this makes a winter holiday at this resort comfortable and enjoyable. If snowboarding is a long-time hobby of yours, then there's a good chance you've heard the name because Verbier is known throughout the world as one of the best ski destinations.
The resort is located in the Valley of Bagnes, thanks to which athletes can enjoy a picturesque panorama of the Alpine massifs and Mont Blanc.
6. Les Arcs, France
This is one of the most famous mountain resorts in the country, located in Savoy. It includes four villages that are connected by a road. Below is a French town, connected to one of the villages by a funicular.
The place is famous for its very good bars, ideal for nightlife. In addition, here you can go freeride, and in summer time- ride a mountain bike.
7. Val Thorens, France
It has been taking first place in various ratings for many years. This is the most favorite and famous ski resort among users social networks. A place that leaves no one indifferent and attracts skiers and snowboarders from all over the world every year. No other resort invests so much in the development of its infrastructure to make tourists' stay here unforgettable. Val Thorens is the ideal resort for experienced and novice athletes, families, those looking for adventure, relaxation and shopping.
8. Tignes, France
This ski resort is suitable for everyone without exception. Do you like skiing or snowboarding? Do you want to relax with family or friends? Looking for shopping or thrills? You definitely need to come here.
The resort occupies large area Therefore, athletes can be advised to book hotels for a long period of time in order to have time to enjoy most of its infrastructure and slopes. It is worth noting that this place was one of the first to offer tracks for snowboarders.
9. Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France
Every year since 2008, the Freeride World Tour takes place here, bringing together the best snowboarders from all over the world. This is all thanks to the fact that the resort is known for its exceptional snow quality, excellent slopes and high-quality infrastructure. And it was here that the first Winter Games took place Olympic Games in history. This happened in 1921.
Here is one of the highest cable cars in the world. It is worth noting that the resort is considered quite expensive.
10. Saalbach-Hinterglemm
The most popular ski resort in the Alps. More than 270 kilometers of slopes await lovers winter sports, both beginners and professionals. Everyone can enjoy the thrill. The fabulous splendor of the Alpine winter will enchant anyone, and cozy hotels and many cafes and restaurants, whose staff are invariably hospitable, will help you relax after an active day. The best way to get to the place - order a transfer from Salzburg airport from the hotel in which the room is booked.
11. Mayrhofen, Austria
Located near Innsbruck, another Austrian city famous for its ski resort as well as the beauty of its Christmas market, Mayrhofen is a snowboarder's paradise. Its slopes cover a total of 159 kilometers. The resort is open daily throughout the year, so you can enjoy your favorite sport at any time. This place can guarantee not only amazing skiing or snowboarding, but also a premium level of comfort.
12. Val Gardena, Italy
The beauty of the local landscapes captivates. Located in the Dolomites region, Val Gardena is one of the most beautiful ski resorts in Europe and one of the best for snowboarding enthusiasts. A wide infrastructure is offered here. Every holidaymaker will be able to enjoy the charm of three real mountain villages. All of them are connected to each other by a whole network of slopes and lifts.
13. Ruka, Finland
Finland, although known for its good level and quality of snow, is still a fairly “flat” country. But Ruka and the region in which this resort is located are an exception. Here the terrain is more hilly, as well as very beautiful scenery and excellent trails for those looking for something new. The resort is perfect for beginner snowboarders. But professionals won’t be bored here either.
14. Saas-Fee, Switzerland
Snowboarders from all over the world have been coming here for many years. This Swiss ski resort was one of the first to provide special facilities for snowboarders. It is ideal for them both in summer and winter. In winter, by the way, it is especially crowded here.
15. Montgenevre, France
Every snowboarder was once a beginner. There is nothing better than starting your journey in this sport at this resort. Every year they offer training courses of varying degrees of complexity. Instructors will teach you how to ride on all types of snow, do jumps and other tricks.
16. Risoul, France
More than 180 kilometers await travelers here ski slopes. High-quality infrastructure makes it easy to move from one point to another and enjoy the best slopes. This is a great resort for snowboarding enthusiasts.
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It's time to talk about women's snowboarding. Let's start with, perhaps, one of the most stylish snowboarders in the world - Annie Rukajarvi.
Snowboarders of few words are often said that their skiing speaks louder than their words, and Annie is a bright representative of this category of athletes. Being the owner of a typical Finnish character, she prefers to observe the conversation rather than be an active participant. However, this shyness disappears as if by hand when Annie gets on the board: her unusual, very dynamic style is known all over the world and has brought her victory more than once.
Annie comes from the Finnish town of Rukajärvi (the name of which became her surname) near Kuusamo, which is located in the Arctic Circle. This quiet and peaceful place is famous for its Ruka ski resort. Those who have ever skied in Finland know that the “ice track” in this country is strikingly different from the “ice track” in any other European ski resort. The snow here is much harder than anywhere else. This circumstance plays into the hands of Finnish riders. After all, wherever they go to compete, the conditions there will in any case be milder than in their home country. Finnish snowboarders are somewhat reminiscent of cats - they also always land on their “paws”. This kind of protective reaction helps them protect themselves from possible serious injuries. The trails in Ruka are well-lit and short, allowing athletes to quickly pass through all the parks. It's simple perfect place to improve your snowboarding skills.
Annie graduated sports school Sotkamo, which produced such snowboarding stars as Pietu Piironen, Roope Tonteri, Markus Malin and Saku Tilikainen. With such a solid training base and such famous fellow students, Annie simply had no other choice but to become another pride of the school. Annie started winning major competitions in 2009–2010. In one season she won the Horsefeathers Pleasure Jam and then the Roxy Chicken Jam. The day after the Roxy Chicken Jam, Annie not only took part in the Burton European Pipe competition, but also took first place in slopestyle. Three days and two first places – few people can boast of that! However, our heroine did not even think about resting on her laurels! After all, after that she won the Canadian Open championship in the slopestyle category and became absolute champion 2009–2010 by overall TTR rating. Since then, Annie has continued to demonstrate excellent results and is currently ranked fifth in the world ranking in slopestyle and second in the overall world ranking in snowboarding (World Snowboard Tour).
This season, Annie had the unique opportunity to direct her own film, Ennitime, for Red Bull. In this series of mini-videos you can watch her performances at the World Championships and for the first time get the opportunity to learn in more detail about the various aspects of her skating - street, park and much more. When viewing these recordings, it is clear that Annie could very well become a first-class director after the end of her sports career.
