Sponsors

  • Columbia

    Based in Portland, Oregon, Columbia Sportswear is a global outdoor brand that crafts active lifestyle gear fortified with industry-leading technologies and tested in our own backyard. Our apparel, footwear, and accessories reflect our Pacific Northwest heritage and indomitable spirit.

    https://www.columbia.com/
  • USPA - Online school for elite athletes

    USPA is the only fully accredited online school for elite athletes for students grades 6-12. All USASA members 10% off tuition. School goes where you go.

    USPA is the only online school offering elite athletes a high-quality education while also enabling them to achieve their dreams in sport.

    https://gouspa.org/winter/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=usasa
  • Gould Academy

    At Gould, we can help you follow your passions, whatever those may be. Our location in the White Mountains of western Maine gives us a unique outdoor classroom right at our doorstep. Our online learning component gives flexibility to skiers and freethinkers alike.

    http://discover.gouldacademy.org/on-snow/
  • Airblaster

    WHO?

    We are a small team of lifetime board dorks, with jobs. Among other things, we love to snowboard, and this has brought us together at Airblaster. As far as we know, Airblaster is the only company 100% privately owned and operated by dedicated, lifelong, professional board dorks.

    WHAT?

    Ninja Suit base layers and Airblaster premium outerwear. We make these and other original fun products for the mountains, travel, and daily life. We are serious about making great products, because we understand that when you’re using quality gear, you are free to focus on fun and fully live the experience in front of you.

    WHERE?

    Earth, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, USA. Whether exploring our own backyard or the deepest reaches of Japan, we’re making a good time of it. Airblaster products are manufactured in Vietnam, China, and Japan in clean, climate-controlled, socially-responsible garment factories, and are available globally from our fine dealers, online partners, or directly from Airblaster.

    WHY?

    To share fun, freedom, friendship, and great products. We do what we do because it is literally our job. And it makes us happy to share positive ideals and great products with you. Want to support? Give us a follow and please consider voting for us with your dollar, the next time you vote. Thanks for your time and consideration, and please do not forget to Stay Wild!

    https://myairblaster.com/
  • Arcade

    Arcade was founded on the belief that belts could be designed to function better, last longer and be more comfortable. Developed from the ground up with materials that are built to go everywhere and anywhere, each Arcade belt provides a custom fit, sturdy hold and the right amount of flexibility to move with you.

    https://arcadebelts.com/
  • Black Strap

    Blackstrap our newest partner.

    http://bsbrand.com
  • CVA - Carrabassett Valley Academy

    The intent and purpose of Carrabassett Valley Academy is to foster focused individual student-athlete development by providing the optimum balance between outstanding college preparatory academics, responsible community living, and world-class athletic training in competitive skiing and snowboarding.

    https://gocva.org/
  • Brimstone

    We’ve chosen to live in the Gorge for two main reasons:

    THE OUTDOOR PLAYGROUND & THE PEOPLE

    And we live in the Pacific Northwest. It rains. It gets dark. The wind dies. The trails turn to mud. The snow turns to mashed potatoes.

    We love our coffee and IPAs as much as anyone, but we believe this community deserves a place to gather, form and get a workout that doesn’t feel like a chore.

    We love climbing and we believe wholeheartedly in its ability to form strong friendships and facilitate personal growth, but, whether you call yourself a climber or just want a fun way to stay in shape for your passion, hang with your friends or earn your beer, this space is for you.

    Above all else, we’ve made a commitment to be of and for this community. Come. Join us.

    https://www.brimstoneboulders.com/
  • Burton

    Who We Are
    Everything we do at Burton started in the mountains. From getting the most out of every journey to chasing snow around the globe, we've charged ahead to innovate and change the way people enjoy the outdoors since day one.

    https://www.burton.com/
  • Chalk

    Chalk School of Movement has many areas to explore, play, learn, and connect in, but we divide it into three primary spaces. Parkour, Gymnastics, and the Fort. We’ve poured endless amounts of love, creativity and inspiration in creating these spaces that will best support our movement based classes, camps and events.

    https://chalkgymnastics.com/
  • Dakine

    Dakine builds backpacks, bags, outerwear, gloves and accessories for surf, skate, snowboard, ski, mountain bike, windsurf, and kite.

    https://www.dakine.com/
  • Evergreen Industries

    We are a Northwest based rep group that focuses on outdoor lifestyle brands. We have years of experience in the outdoor retail market and we use this knowledge to help build and support brands that we admire. Our experience helps us deal with every retail outlet from traditional brick and mortar to large international chains and large on-line retailers.
    Growing up in the Pacific northwest, I was always drawn to the outdoors. I grew up snowboarding on Mt. Hood and skateboarding in the streets of Portland. I spent some time in Montana and California before deciding to make Bend, OR my home. I started Evergreen Industries in 2003 in an effort to turn my passion into my work. I enjoy each brand I work with and value the relationships I have built in the industry. Look forward to seeing you in the woods, on the slope or in the brewery!
    Reps-Ride Snowboards, Topo Designs, Miir, and Spy Optics.

    https://www.evergreen-industries.net/
  • FlyLow

    Started by a Couple of Skiers Who Imagined Better Gear for the Mountains

    Flylow got its start when co-founders Greg Steen and Dan Abrams, both Colorado natives and friends since college, couldn’t find a pair of ski pants that held up in the backcountry. The gear they were using was either built for mountaineering, which meant it was lightweight and breathable but didn’t fit right and lacked style, or it was made for ski resorts, so it looked good but fell apart after a season.

    They figured, why not build ski clothes that could do it all? At the time, both Greg and Dan fancied themselves respectable telemark skiers. A French girl on the mountain saw them and seemed to agree yelling , “You don’t ski fast—you fly low.” With that, Flylow was officially born.

    https://flylowgear.com/
  • Hillcrest Ski and Sports

    Hillcrest Ski and Sports was founded back in the winter of 1976 by Dexter Hill. In the beginning Hillcrest only carried ski gear. For the first ten years the store was simply open during the winter season and closed for summer. In 1985 Hillcrest expanded into the snowboard industry by bringing Burton gear into the store. By 1986 Hillcrest was open year round and had a larger variety of sporting goods. Hillcrest had begun carrying water skis, running gear, skateboards and much more. Our most recent endeavor is online at www.hillcrestsports.com where we offer competitive rates, a variety of products and great customer service!
    Our mission for our customers is to receive helpful and friendly service from us so they come back for all their sporting needs. Everyone working at Hillcrest is passionate about helping our customers get into the proper gear at a great price so they can have an awesome time shredding the mountain, ripping on the water, or throwing down on the pavement!
    Located in Gresham, Oregon and a great place to stop on the way up to Mt. Hood.

    https://hillcrestsports.com/
  • Kemper Snowboards

    Kemper Snowboards was officially founded in 1987 by David Kemper who built the first boards in his garage in Ontario, Canada dating back to the winter of 1984/85. Once the brand started to gain momentum, Kemper moved its board production to a snowboard factory in Montreal, Canada for the 1988/89 snowboarding season. In 1989/90 the snowboard production moved to Austria.

    Kemper Snowboards quickly became one of the biggest snowboarding brands in snowboard history and competed directly against Burton Snowboards, Sims Snowboards, and Barfoot Snowboards. The Kemper snowboarding brand was best remembered for fully embracing snowboarding’s neon period in both their snowboard graphics and their incredible range of funky outerwear.

    In 1989 business was booming and Kemper had one of the best professional snowboard teams of the era. David Kemper eventually partnered with a windsurfing distribution company in Glendale, California called the Romney Group who added Kemper Snowboards to their portfolio of snowboarding brands. During that time, David relocated to California to help oversee the business, team management, and the growing product line. In 1992, David sold his remaining shares of the company to focus on his college education.

    By 1994 the company was sold to an in-line skate company on the east coast. A couple of years shortly after, Kemper Snowboards officially went out of business.

    In the winter of 2018, Jib Hunt, a former professional snowboarder, relaunched the Kemper Snowboards brand. In the summer of 2019, Hunt moved Kemper’s headquarters from the east coast to Park City, Utah to better position the snowboarding brand for growth and exposure within the Utah snowboarding scene.

    https://kemper-snowboards.com
  • Liquid Death

    We’re just a funny water company who hates corporate marketing as much as you do. Our evil mission is to make people laugh and get more of them to drink more water more often, all while helping to kill plastic pollution.

    https://liquiddeath.com
  • Mervin-Roxy, Lib Tech, Gnu

    Mervin Manufacturing is the leading designer and manufacturer of snowboarding, surfing, skiing and skateboarding products. Built at the world’s most environMENTAL zero hazardous waste producing factory by the people who ride them. Mervin Manufacturing was founded by snow/skate/surf enthusiasts Mike Olson and Pete Saari in 1977. In an industry where virtually every other company has moved production to China or offshore, Mervin is the longest running and last major board factory in the USA. Based out of Sequim, Washington, on the Strait of Juan De Fuca between the rugged Olympic and Cascade Mountain Ranges, Mervin is a direct link between riding and manufacturing.

    https://www.mervin.com/
  • Murk Optics

    We love the snow! We’re a small group of designers who are based in Southern California and spend every season in our local mountains. And when that local snow starts to melt, we start traveling to chase the powder. Combining our passion for design and the snow, we understand the importance of vision, it’s about seeing through the murk. Which is why we include extra lenses with every goggle, because we wouldn’t want unpredictable weather to ruin any fun experience!

    https://murkoptics.com/
  • Nixon

    Nixon has been the premium lifestyle accessory brand of choice for independents, creatives, and free-thinkers the world over. What co-founders Chad DiNenna and Andy Laats started in Encinitas, California as a boutique line of watches exclusively sold at board sports and fashion retailers is now a full range of watches, bags, leather goods, and accessories. Sold in over 90 countries, we've built a global following of people living unbound lives and bringing our products along for the ride.

    https://www.nixon.com/us/en
  • Northw8dist

    Matt Baker is a rep in the Northwest for Jones snowboards, Yes snowboards and Now. He always hooks up the Mt. Hood Series with prizes.

    https://www.northw8dist.com/
  • Olio Northwest

    Olio Northwest provides sales, service and marketing support for action sport and lifestyle companies seeking representation in the Pacific Northwest (AK, ID, MT, OR, WA). Olio works collaboratively with manufacturers and retailers to create and execute on strategies that build brand awareness and drive sales.
    Rep brands- Skullcandy, Vans, Stance, Arcade, Crab Grab, Electric, Nixon, Manera, Slow Tide, Volcom, Hemlock, Sims, Lander, Chums, Super 73

    http://olionorthwest.com/
  • One Ball

    One Mfg brand began when long time pro snowboarder/board designer Matt Cummins and his friends starting making waxes in Jay's garage. That was 1983-84. Matt and Jay had just made their first snowboards with the help of Jay's Dad and they thought why not make some wax. The surf wax they had just made got the name "One Ball Jay" from the guys at Gnu Snowboards when the story of Jay's accident with a skateboard was told. For years the brand was called “ONEBALLJAY”. The “JAY” was dropped eventually and then to ONEBALL which then slowly morphed in a big way to the Red Ball Icon that says "ONE" and now the brand is referred to as ONE Mfg.

    https://one-ball.com/
  • Puffin Drinkwear

    With a love of the outdoors and adventure in our hearts we are looking to have #funtogether. We help bring a smile and conversation to any situation. From Rock-climbing to Fishing to Snowboarding there is nothing like getting outdoors with others.

    Our Products are designed to keep your drinks cold in the moments that mean the most. With quality and care in our mind every product has been engineered to keep a cool beverage in hand and a smile on your face.

    We were founded in 2018 in Bend, Oregon. A few years back Co-Founder Tyrone Hazen was camping with some friends. As conversation continued the idea of a Sleeping Bag for your beer was conceived. A little while later the first prototype was created by Tyrone's Mother. From a campfire idea to now Puffin has always wanted to promote community and family. We were honored to win best gift at AtlantaMart Gift Show this year.

    https://puffindrinkwear.com/pages/our-story
  • Salomon

    Salomon has been playing in the French alps since 1947.
    Our passion for outdoor sports, new technologies and craftsmanship has driven us - and still does - to create progressive gear to enable you to freely enjoy and challenge yourself in the great outdoors.
    Don’t wait any longer.
    Now, it’s time to play

    https://www.salomon.com/
  • The James Brand

    We make products for your everyday.

    We make knives and tools for people who live adventurously - for people like us. For those who aren’t content consuming other people’s stories, and who don’t wait around for other people to fix things. We're with you, from the pocket to the hand, and back again.

    https://thejamesbrand.com
  • Xevo

    Xevo Optics is a ski and snowboard goggle company that has now added a great line of sunglasses. We are based in the beautiful north central Cascades mountain town of Leavenworth, Washington. We have spent the last five years on product testing and evaluation and have had many of the top skiers in the Pacific NW testing our goggles in every condition from rain and fog to high altitude summer glacier skiing. Our company is comprised of lifelong professional skiers that decided we could do it better.

    https://www.xevooptics.com/
  • Jiberish

    MOUNTAIN SIMPLICITY AND STREET SENSIBILITIES
    ABOUT US
    Being based at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Denver, Colorado, outdoor influences are apparent in the quality and integrity of our garments. In 2005 we emerged on the scene, and snowsports enthusiasts backed our bold and unique sweatshirt designs. As we have grown in the years since and widened our product range, the brand has garnered attention from a larger audience for craftsmanship, attention to detail, and unique design.

    Quality, relevance, and style are at the heart of Jiberish. Our branding activities are focused around the unique media content showcasing our product. We push professional-level photography and video through grassroots efforts that are built around our lifestyle and spread through our social media channels. Through these efforts, we have reached hundreds of thousands of advocates and continue to drive forward within the intersection of city living, mountain lifestyle, and winter sports.

    https://www.jiberish.com/pages/about
  • Stratton Mountain School

    Stratton Mountain School is an independent boarding and day school that focuses on college preparatory academics and competitive winter sports. Located at the base of Stratton Mountain, SMS is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.

    https://gosms.org