Tucker Hibbert Wins X Games Gold in SnowCross

January 31st, 2010

Congrats to Tucker for just blowing away the competition. I believe that Tucker was something like 18 seconds ahead of the pack! Here are some photos of him from practice the day before!

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launching the gap

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Iouri Podladtchikov wins silver at Winter X Games 14

January 30th, 2010

Iouri took second last night in the Mens Superpipe Finals. After falling on his last hit of his first run Iouri was feeling the pressure. He dropped in on his second run and threw a cab double cork 1080, into a frontside 540, then into a backside 900, into frontside 1080, cab 720, into a frontside double cork 1080! The run was flawless, each trick smoother than the last. That run got Iouri a 93.00 bumping him into second place right behind Shawn White. Congrats Iouri, we are all very happy for you! Here are some shots of Iouri on the podium, and also a video of his second place run from the finals of the contest.

Ipod 2nd place Winter X games Mens Superpipe

Ipod 2nd place Winter X games Mens Superpipe

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Ipods second place run from X Games 14 from Kevin Casillo on Vimeo.

Duncan Adams at X Games destroying the Super-Pipe

January 29th, 2010

Here are some shots of Duncan killing the pipe during Superpipe Practice today.

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X Games Duncan Adams from Kevin Casillo on Vimeo.

X Games Mens Super Pipe Qualifiers

January 29th, 2010

Last night was the mens qualifier here at winter X. The pipe was firm and fast. Both Louie and Iouri were riding strong in practice. Iouri stomped his first run and reserved himself a seat in finals right off the bat. Louie had some problems in his first run, but stepped up to the plate and hammered out his second run, and grab a seat as well in finals. Here are some shots and videos of Iouri and Louie.

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Louie Vito

Louie Vito

X Games Mens Super Pipe Qualifiers from Kevin Casillo on Vimeo.

SPY’s Stevie Bell at SIA Booth 3707

January 29th, 2010

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SPY’s shredder Stevie Bell cruised by the SPY booth at SIA earlier today. He takes a photo in front of the booth where you can see the graduating ”Spy Class of 2010.’ All of our teamriders are “getting their tan on” SPY style…so if you come to our booth we’ll give you your own goggle tan. Oh so hot right now!

Stevie is seen with his favorite SPY goggle–got Zed?

Louie Vito at X Games!

January 28th, 2010

Here is a short video of Louie’s practice run. As you can see Louie has his run dialed in!

Louie Vito X Games!! Practice Run from Kevin Casillo on Vimeo.

Day 1 at winter X: Ski Slope Qualifiers Charles Gagnier and JF Houle

January 28th, 2010

Here are some shots of the boys killing the slope course at Winter X

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Tucker Hibbert Delivers Unforgettable Performance at Air Force National

January 28th, 2010

Spy Optics Tucker Hibbert stood behind his word and delivered an unforgettable performance Saturday night at the AMSOIL Championship Snocross Series (ACSS) Air Force National in Shakopee, Minn.  It was the biggest comeback in Tucker’s career and has already been called one of the most exciting races in the history of the sport.  Despite freezing rain, thousands of fans filled the stands at Canterbury Park both Friday and Saturday night to watch the world’s best snocross racers compete on the biggest track of the season thus far…

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A Real “ZOE-Vival” Story:

January 27th, 2010

On January 11, 2010, my garage with attached carport caught on fire.  The fire erupted into flames that were estimated to be about 40-50 footers. The firefighters worked tirelessly to extinguish the flames and an hour later the fire was out. Unfortunately, the firefighters could not save my belongings inside the garage…my car, my boat, and the rest of my necessary adventure accessories.

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I finally was able to bring myself to go through the pile of melted plastic, charred wood, and burnt fiberglass that was formally my garage. I didn’t expect to find anything worth salvaging, especially not in my car since the entire interior had been melted. As I was about to abandon the search party, a shiny piece of purple plastic caught my eye on the driver’s side of the car. I opened the door and saw my SPY ZOE sunglasses on the driver side floor…fully INTACT!!!

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After a little industrial strength cleaner, and some good-ole-fashioned elbow grease, I was able to clean the scorch marks off my shades. Other than the small silver piece missing from one of the ear pieces they are perfect!

I was stunned, and stoked, to discover that a pair of sunglasses survived such crazy destruction!  So happy they did because I love those glasses!

-Karla

…sounds like another satisfied customer! Thanks for the ego boost Karla. We’re all wound up about your shades “ZOE-viving”…even if the rest of your stuff couldn’t take the heat…

SPY OPTIC RELEASES NEW 2010-2011 SIGNATURES & COLLECTIONS AT SIA DENVER; COME CHECK OUT THE SPY BOOTH AND GET YOUR TAN ON!

January 27th, 2010

SPY OPTIC RELEASES NEW 2010-2011 SIGNATURES & COLLECTIONS AT SIA DENVER; COME CHECK OUT THE SPY BOOTH AND GET YOUR TAN ON!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (Carlsbad, CA—January 27th, 2010) – SPY OPTIC will unveil our new snow goggle lineup for the 2010-2011 season at SnowSports Industries America tradeshow, kicking off in Denver, CO, January 28-31st. We can’t wait! Everyone has been anxious and excited to see how the new show will roll out, and with all the storms passing through—there will be nothing but smiles all-around. Be sure to stop by the SPY booth #3707 to see what we’ve been up to…

For 2010-2011, we’ve got two new signature snow goggles, new vibrant colorways and collections you’ll gonna be drooling over!

SPY and David Carrier Porcheron created an exclusive new DCPxSPYxYES. collab Zed goggle. This goggle features a silhouette of DCP’s tropical stomping ground in Costa Rica on the frame and SPYxYes. collab logos on the strap. It comes with a FREE bonus lens and uses plush, recycled bamboo fleece that’s so soft on your face, you’ll wish you had a bed of it to sleep in! A portion of all DCP goggle sales go to reforestation in Costa Rica to help offset DCP’s carbon footprint. MSRP $89.95 USD

Hot shot Louie Vito has made it to the top ranks! He’s got a new signature shred shield this season. Our pint size pipe slayer has flawless style, serious steez and a personality like no other. From the hill to Hollywood, LV is always smiling ear to ear and so are we! Louie Vito added his signature to our retro-inspired Trevor goggle, the newest team favorite. Louie contributed his signature styling with a denim patch, clean stripes, gold mirror lens, matte finish and of course his signature ‘LV’ to make this goggle an essential piece for laid back, park smashing style. MSRP $74.95 USD

You bring the passion, we’ll supply the fashion. Be daring in basics. For 2010-2011 season, you’ll stay ahead of the curve with our ‘Hip Heather’ collection. Faux heather straps with basic black and white logo treatments available with brilliant eye-popping mirrored lenses. MSRP $39.95-134.95 USD

Unleash your wild side and let your animal instincts take over…maybe a zebra, wolf or tiger—let your imagination get the best of you. The ‘Animal Instincts’ collection offers a variety of fun, vibrant color treatments on the frames and straps to let you show your true colors on the hill. MSRP $39.95-134.95 USD.

Be sure to stop by SPY booth #3707 and be preparing to be impressed…

Join us at our SPY parties:

SPY along with DCPs Yes Snowboards, The North Face, P.O.W (Protect Our Winters), The Collective, Opulent Vodka, Rondiaz, Magness Estates and Cara Mia.

A portion of the door proceeds will be donated to P.O.W, an environmental charitable organization

SPY with SNOWBOARD Magazine’s presents RZA and Wiz Khalifa with Nike Snowboarding, Never Summer Snowboards, Aspen/Snowmass, General Snus, Giro and Frank Radio.

It’s going to be all time. We’ll be on the lookout for you!

Live through our lens…