When prize money is up for grabs you can always expect top quality riders to travel the distance, and Snowtrax Air Attack was no different. With riders coming across from Devon, Cornwall, Kent, Bucks, and even Manchester, the range of riders represented the best that the UK has to offer. The event format was simple – one big jam session for riders to showcase their talent over the multiple features set out on the NEW Proslope material. With riders designated in discipline and age groups, the stage was set for some epic group battles.
It was clear from the start that the quality of the Under 16 categories was high in both ski and snowboard and that some of the riders would have had a chance in the adult groups if given the chance. Cerys Allen was ripping but Becky Menday (Bib 56) was killing it left, right and center in the girls snowboard to take the win. Luckily MTB Photography was on hand to capture the night’s events with an awesome shot of Becky gapping the box and grabbing stalefish for good measure. The boys snowboard proved just as competitive as the girls. It was worth the journey for Tomski Robinson who travelled down from Manchester to take home the winnings in this group. Showcasing why he is the brightest talent to watch for the future, Tomski oozed style with floaty 1’s over the box and effortless lapping of the features all day long. Snowtrax is now a home away from home for Tomski who loved the new Proslope – we look forward to seeing you again soon! The boys snowboard category also displayed the emerging talent that is developing here at Snowtrax. James Waterman took 2nd with his signature front 3’s and spin-on-spin-off magic on the box. A nice little addition to his night included scoring his place on the Snowtrax freestyle team.
The Under 16 ski groups were dominated by the Rowlands. Michael Rowlands showed why he won the Brits and why he should take home the win. Tom Saunders deservedly took 2nd place but a mention should go out to little Haydyn Fiori who despite not getting on the podium this time will undoubtedly be dominating this category in the future. The Under 16 girls ski was a straight up shoot-out between Madi Rowlands and Molly Summerhayes which would eventually see Madi taking the win.
Sabrina Burnham was in a class of her own, absolutely stomping every feature out there in the ladies snowboard, whilst Dunstan Langrish sealed up the men’s snowboard with Sam McMahon coming in 2nd. The ladies ski level was just as high with local rider Lydia Schmidt having to settle for 2nd behind Chloe Hardy. Chloe was completely destroying the features and happily took home her reward of £150! The men’s ski competition proved to be a local battle. Fred Risch and Lewis Moore could not split the judge’s decision for 2nd place so they had to share the honours in joint 2nd. Props for the night had to go out to George Schmidt (Bib 4). Not only winning the men’s ski group and picking up £150, George threw down a 1080 off the kicker to the nod of approval from everyone out on the slope. This is definitely the first 1080 for Snowtrax and Proslope and just shows how exceptional the level of riding we have in the UK.
The night was a huge success in not only showcasing the young talent we have in the UK but also the great new Proslope matting being used here at Snowtrax. Combined with a friendly atmosphere in the bar and restaurant that extends out to the slope, the Air Attack series will continue to become bigger and better in the future.
Shout outs need to be given to all the staff at Snowtrax who stayed on or who came in especially to help. The judges who stayed out in the drizzle! MBT Photography for capturing the fun and excitement of the night. Darren Schmidt for course layout and “the voice” – your help was above and beyond. The sponsors who provided so generously – Salomon, Burton, Anon, RED, Scott, Forcefield, RADclothing, Dragon and Armada. Sorry if we have forgotten anyone. See you all at the next Air Attack!
RESULTS
Ski Mens
1st Place – George Schmidt
2nd Place – Fred Risch & Lewis Moore Ladies
1st Place – Chloe Hurdy
2nd Place – Lydia Schmidt Boys
1st Place – Michael Rowlands
2nd Place – Tom Saunders Girls
1st Place – Madi Rowlands
2nd Place – Molly Summerhayes
Snowboard Mens
1st Place – Dunstan Langrish
2nd Place – Sam McMahon Ladies
1st Place – Sabrina Burnham
2nd Place – N/A Boys
1st Place – Tomski Robinson
2nd Place – James Waterman Girls
1st Place – Becky Menday
2nd Place – Cerys Allen
The Air Attack freestyle series lands at Snowtrax on Saturday 28th April, expect some stunning freestyle action from local, national & possibly some international athletes!
Spend an exciting day at one of our Easter Ski Camps, a fun day on the slopes for intermediate skiers. Our friendly instructors will help progress your skiing with an exhilarating session on our brand new ski surface, a great way to have fun in the school holidays!
Session includes… 4 Hours tuition & Lunch
Ability Level…
Minimum standard required for the Ski Camp: Good Snowplough turns from the top of our main ski slope & competent at using the main ski lift. If you’ve never skied before & would like to learn, then try one of our learn to ski in a day sessions.
Pricing… School Holiday Special - SAVE 50% - Now Only £39.95
For 8-16 years old only
Limited spaces available, please call to reserve your place!
When… 10.00am – 4.00pm
Weds 4th April
Weds 11th April
Thursday 10th November – Sunday 13th November
Snowtrax are holding the south coast’s largest ski event of the year! With loads of offers & promotions the Southern ski show is an event not to be missed.
Free Lessons*
This free 20 minute taster lesson is the perfect way
to try. Saturday & Sunday between 11am-5pm.
Ski Shop Sale
Our ski shop sale includes massive reductions off
current stock and discounts on new ranges just in.
£2.50 Per Pint
Bar promotion including just £2.50 for Glühwein,
Fosters, Ringwood and a Glass of 175ml wine.
Win £400 of Kit
Enter our raffle and you could win up to £400
worth of ski or snowboard equipment. Draw will
take place on Sunday 13th November 2011.
All proceeds of the raffle will be donated to the
Durlston Cancer Ward at Poole hospital.
Ski & Snowboard Testing
Come & try the latest in skis & snowboards on our
demo nights, loads of top brands with some cool kit…
We’re the first slope in the UK to upgrade to the latest Ski Mat design. In our opinion the new surface is the most realistic available, using cutting edge design & technology. Extensive testing has been carried out over the last few months & feedback has been phenomenal.
UPDATE 1/3/12 – Freestyle nights start on Sunday at 7pm. We’ll have a few features out, but the big kicker/hip is not quite ready yet, although testing & tweaking has begun, as you can see….
UPDATE 3/2/12 – From top to bottom is done, come & test it out!! Just the Hip and the curve to finish! The excitement is overflowing here at Snowtrax. We can’t wait for our first freestyle evening! Final delivery of matting estimated for mid Feb.
Update Friday 4/11/11 As requested, picture of the main ski slope is action!! Rob getting his first taste of Proslope – Super smooth & so fast the camera man almost missed him!
Update Monday 31/10/11 The main ski slope should be open later this week! Watch this space for notice!
Update Monday 24/10/11 Be one of the first to ski our new slope! Our main ski slope will be ready for the opening night of our Ski & Snowboard Show - Thursday 10th November…
(freestyle area is due to open towards the end of November)
Update Monday 17/10/11 The new matting is starting to make it’s way down the slope…
Update Monday 10/10/11 Super spongy under layer now installed, loads of spring & bounce for soft landings…
Update Monday 3/10/11 The re shaping of the slope is complete! It looks amazing, we can’t wait to get some matting down to try it out…
Update Monday 26/9/11 Check out the SMOOTH transitions between the gradients! You can now also see clearly the Hip to Table top layout on the left of this photo. Exciting progress…
Update Monday 19/9/11 A taste of what’s to come when we’ve finished…
Update Monday 12/9/11
Work continues despite the heavy rain last week! This view from bottom shows the size of the new slope…
Update Monday 5/9/11
Latest picture from the top of the main ski slope. At the bottom of the slope work has begun on the new layout…
Update Monday 29/8/11
The old matting has been removed & the diggers have started to reshape the main slope…
Work Begins 22/8/11
The old matting has been removed…
was killing it left, right and center in the girls snowboard to take the win. Luckily MTB Photography was on hand to capture the night’s events with an awesome shot of Becky gapping the box and grabbing stalefish for good measure. The boys snowboard proved just as competitive as the girls. It was worth the journey for Tomski Robinson who travelled down from Manchester to take home the winnings in this group. Showcasing why he is the brightest talent to watch for the future, Tomski oozed style with floaty 1’s over the box and effortless lapping of the features all day long. Snowtrax is now a home away from home for Tomski who loved the new Proslope – we look forward to seeing you again soon! The boys snowboard category also displayed the emerging talent that is developing here at Snowtrax. James Waterman took 2nd with his signature front 3’s and spin-on-spin-off magic on the box. A nice little addition to his night included scoring his place on the Snowtrax freestyle team.
