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Mondays … some of us love them, some of us loathe them … but some of you will like them just a little bit more when you hear about this awesome giveaway we have in store!

I love products and crazy fashion trends that are new and different, so when I heard about this new line of comfy meets trendy boots coming out of Surf Expo from Cushe footwear, I had to check them out!  Cushe (that’s pronounced “cushy”) is a line of footwear, born in 2004, that makes stylish, but more importantly, comfortable, outdoor-inspired shoes.  Sandals, shoes, and boots; they’ve got ‘em all.  But the best part about Cushe footwear?  They’re giving away a pair of boots this week on Westbound Boarder!

WIN IT! One lucky Westbound Boarder reader will win a pair of boots (The “Mindy”) from Cushe’s new line; pictured to the right.  To enter, leave a comment in the comments section (yes, men you can enter too; a gift for a special lady friend, perhaps?) and, to fit in with our Olympic theme this week, tell us what your favorite moment has been so far in the 2010 Winter Olympics.  The contest will close next Monday night (March 1) at midnight PT, and on Tuesday we’ll choose a winner at random and announce, and we’ll also contact the winner via e-mail.  Good luck!  To check out the rest of Cushe’s product offerings, head to their Web site.

UPDATE: This contest is now closed.  Congratulations Lauren, comment number 3, for winning the Cushe boots giveaway!

Thank you everyone for entering nd for your fabulous comments about your favorite moments in this year’s Olympics.  It was quite the 2 weeks, I must say!

Just wanted to remind everyone that we are giving away a plethora of snowboard socks to all the ladies and gentlemen out there. We have received many desperate pleas, pics of ratty socks and great stories as to why we should give you a new pair of snowboard socks. Thank you all for your entries and lets keep them coming! You have until tomorrow night (Monday at 8pm Pacific Time) to enter the contest. Do It.

Ladies AND Gentlemen, want a free pair of snowboard socks??? Then read on!!!

What exactly do you want from your snowboard socks? All I ask for in a perfect pair of snowboard socks is for them to (a) keep my feet warm and (b) not to bunch up in the bottom of my boot causing the most irritating sensation. It really does not sound too hard, right?

You see, I have always battled the cold toe problem while on the mountain. I have tried various kinds of boots and combination’s of socks and I always attributed my cold toes to the poor circulation inherently caused by my tight snowboard boots. So just when I thought that cold feet and snowboarding went hand in hand, we received some Lorpen Snowboard Socks to try on for size.

My husband, Andrea and I tried out these socks for the first time while snowboarding in Vail, Beavercreek and Breckenridge, Colorado – three resorts that reside in the rocky mountains and are fairly cold! To all of our great surprise, these guys did the trick. For the first time I snowboarded all day without having to continuously wiggle my toes to avoid frost bite. I am sold and pretty excited – because even though socks seems like such a small item when it come to all the garb used to outfit yourself on the slopes – cold toes can really make you quite miserable. I have finally found a type of sock that can keep my toes warm. Who knew…it really is all in the sock.

Why are these socks so great? Well lets get technical. These socks are Lorpens TriLayer Technology which features three layers of yarn knit together. (1) The first layer, closest to the skin, is made of PrimaLoft Eco-Polyester which is a synthetic fiber that is designed for performance and comfort (and contains 50% recycled material)! (2) The middle layer is made of merino wool which is a natural fiber that wicks moisture away from the foot while it provides softness (merino wool also features anti-microbial/anti-odor properties and is machine washable) (3) The third layer is made of nylon which makes one durable sock so it will last a while. The nylon is also concentrated in the toe, heel and shin (where socks get the most abrasion). One last thing that the TriLayer Tech offers is a multi density knit which makes the sock more comfortable with a wide instep arch band to support higher arches and reduce foot fatigue.

Still don’t believe me that these socks really are incredible? Well then try them out for yourself as we have a bunch of pairs to give away!

Entering the contest is EASY!!!! Just shoot us an email @ WestboundBoarder@gmail.com and tell us why you need a new pair of snowboard socks. Are your socks old, ratty or a cause of embarrassment? Or do you just think you deserve a new pair (what makes you so special??)? Let us know why you (or someone you love) deserves a new pair of snowboard socks and you could be the lucky recipient of a great new pair of Lorpen TriLayer Ski Light socks. NOTE: When entering the contest evidence (a.k.a. pictures) and creativity is encouraged, although definitely not required.

Contest Rules:

1)  Leave a Comment on the Article below OR email us @ WestboundBoarder@gmail.com. Just let us know why you deserve a new pair of snowboard socks.

2) Enter by February 8th @ 8pm Pacific Time.

3) We have socks for the ladies AND gentlemen, so all are encouraged to enter!

With 70+ temperatures sweeping over Los Angeles, the last thing I need is a snow blower.  But, I realize not all of our Westbound Boarder readers have the luxury of wearing shorts in January. (ahem, Danielle? I hear it snowed in Portland last week!)

One of my agency’s clients, Craftsman, is hosting a Twitter giveaway, where one lucky fan will receive a free snow blower, so I thought I’d pass the word along to you all.  I think a few of my friends up North may need to enter this one

For details on how to enter, visit the Craftsman blog.

Giveaway has ended, thank you for entering!

We are excited to bring you another giveaway opportunity and even more excited to tell you all about Hostility Clothing. Hostility is a company that brands themselves as the, “radical extreme sports apparel company,” whose new clothing line contains riskier, albeit incredible graphics. We were excited to feature Hostility Clothing this week as their new line is edgy, creative and comfortable – so it is no wonder the action sports enthusiasts’ tend to gravitate towards the line.

The new Hostility shirts contain eye-popping, artist-inspired graphics of skeletal bones, skulls, daggers, spider webs, guns and Garden of Eden-inspired women. Their fonts are edgier and their logos are bolder, bringing great attention to the Hostility brand. From the Hostility CEO himself, “This new roll out of t-shirts is incredible. The graphics appear larger and are intrinsically drawn with details that make the whole t-shirt come alive. At the same time, they stay true to what Hostility represents.”

Founded back in 2004, Hostility has become popular on the premise that fans of the action sports arena need clothes to match their unconventional taste. With Hostility Clothing’s edge and eye-catching appeal, their new clothing line is absolutely sure to allure to its audience.

Hostility sent us a couple shirts to review and we think they are fantastic. With feminine neck lines and dainty fabric, these shirts are of superb quality and look great on too. These are not your typical crew neck t-shirts either, their length and cut is super feminine and flattering. Check em out!

Giveaway: Here is the scoop. Thank you so much to Hostility Clothing we have two Hostility “Envious Girl” t-shirts to giveaway (pictured above). We have a one black and a one light blue t-shirt (as pictured), each in size small. To enter, simply leave a comment below telling us if you are a “Blue Hostility Girl” or a “Black Hostility Girl.” It is that easy.

Rules: We will be randomly picking two winners on Sunday November 1st @ 8pm PST. Note that we only have two size small shirts (one blue and one black). Priority is based upon the order in which your name is selected from RandomNumber.org (you number is assigned based on the comment order). You must leave your email address to qualify. Great luck and thank you so much for  entering!

Hey Everyone – today is your last chance to enter our giveaway of the Valleywood t-shirts. Check out the details here and all you have to do is leave a comment on our article.

We wanted to thank everyone for participating in the Valleywood Giveaway so far! We have two winners from Tuesday night, Molly and Brittany – Congrats Ladies!

Entering to win is easy and quick  – and it is not too late – simply leave a comment on the Valleywod Giveaway article and you will be automatically entered. The earlier in the week you enter the better your chances are to win, as we are drawing 2 winners each night this week. So go ahead and enter now…you know you want too

GIVEAWAY: The giveaway is now closed. Thank you to all who entered! Shout out to Valleywood Clothing!

We interviewed Chanel – commonly known as “The Rapping Receptionist,” on the hit MTV series “Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory” yesterday – and if you have not heard what this girl is up to it is time you educate yourself. Check out our interview with Chanel, but before you do, check out the shirts from her very own Valleywood clothing line that we have to giveaway to you. We received a boat load of Chanel’s Valleywood t-shits to try on for size from Fresh Rags Clothing Company and we were quite impressed. The shirts are all 100% cotton crew neck tees that boast great detail, graphics and fit. The shirts look just as great in person as they do online – so check out the following screen prints and enter to win your very own Valleywood Tee! Here is what we have to give you (photos Courtesy of Valleywood):

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• TheFame Tee: Be the star and stand out in the Fame Tee. As seen in Chanel’s nationwide ad campaign. 100% Cotton crew neck tee with screen print on front and back; Foil detailing. Retail $25.00.
• Valleywood Haters Tee: Valleywood Haters Tee – Crew neck tee with screen print on front; 100% cotton. Retail $23.00.
• Valleywood Ventura Blvd Tee: Rep the West wherever you are… 100% Cotton tee with screen print on front and back; Foil Detailing. Retail $25.00.
• Valleywood Skyline Tee: Come check out the view from the top. 100% Cotton tee with screen print on front and back. Retail $23.00.
• Valleywood Highness Tee: Go on and be the princess today. 100% Cotton Crew Neck Tee with screen pricing on front and back; Foil detailing. Retail $25.00.

Giveaway: Here is how it works.  Thanks to Valleywood we have a boatload of t-shirts to giveaway (yup, could be you) and entering is easy. Simply leave a comment below telling us which Valleywood shirt represents you best. Winners will be posted every day, so be sure and check back each morning to see if you have won your very own Valleywood t-shirt.

Rules: We will be randomly picking 2 winners each day @ 8pm PST – starting today and ending Sunday October 11^th, 2009. Note that we only have sizes small and medium available and style and size is limited to availability at time of winning the contest. Priority is based upon the order in which your name is selected. You must leave your email address to qualify. Great Luck and thanks for looking!

Commonly known as “The Rapping Receptionist,” Chanel is so much more than that. All before the ripe age of 21 Chanel joined Rob Dyrdek on the hit MTV series “Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory” – although her career didn’t start there. Chanel has been a hip/hop artist since she found her passion for the industry back in the 4th grade and has been going strong ever since. As a passionate poet, singer/songwriter and skateboarder, Chanel has recently added the title of fashion designer to her list of accomplishments as she has become the face of her own clothing line, Valleywood.

Valleywood is a melting pot of styles, fashions, and trends that create the unique flavor of the west coast for junior girls. The line uses hints of the music scene, action sports, casual feel of the beach, high fashion on Melrose and the grit of East L.A. From Chanel herself, “My fashion is inspired by going through so much in life and knowing that what you wear isn’t who you are…what you wear just complements the person that you are. Valleywood is a mix between skater girl/beach girl and hip-hop girl; I consider myself to be all 3.”

And we consider Chanel to be quite the accomplished grounded woman who is super grateful to be where she is today. We are proud to share our personal interview with Chanel, with you.

Let’s start with the basics… Tell us a little bit about yourself (I know, pretty generic, but humor us)

I am a 21 year old aspiring rapper/singer from Los Angeles and I’m the “Rappin’ Receptionist” on the MTV show, “Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory!”

How did you find yourself on The Fantasy Factory?

I became friends with Rob through mutual friends and he offered me the job as his receptionist, unexpectedly.

What is it like working for/with someone like Rob? He seems pretty entertaining!

Probably all of the weirdest, strangest, funniest moments in my life have happened since working at the Fantasy Factory. Working for Rob is absolutely amazing and he’s one of the coolest people I know! He is more than entertaining – he is hilarious!

Anything we can look forward to this season that you are particularly excited about?

The return of Bobby Light. It will be very funny!

How has your career led you to your new Valleywood action sports / hip hop-influenced clothing line?

I’ve been fortunate that several new opportunities have come about through being on the show. I work and hangout with a lot of skaters and people in the action sports industry and get a lot of my influence from hip-hop as I continue to pursue my music career. My clothing line is completely based on my vision and lifestyle.

What is your favorite part of having your own clothing line?

Having the ability to create a lifestyle brand that is like nothing else out there.

Aside from your next season on the Fantasy Factory and Valleywood, what can we expect to see from your music career in the near future?

You can expect to see an album sometime in the near future. I am currently in studio with some of the industry’s top producers and I have my sights set on a 2010 release date!

Are there any songs that you can share with our readers?

At this time, you can hear some tracks on my MySpace music page. I will have new material being released shortly!

On top of the Fantasy Factory, Valleywood and your Music career, we also hear you have some skateboard skills of your own. What is your favorite part about the sport?

It really gets me pumped up and I don’t think people realize that skateboarding is also a great workout!

As our website targets women involved in action sports, any advice you can give to the girls out there who are intimidated by, or reluctant to dive into the male dominated industry?

There is no reason to be intimidated by anything or anyone! Everyone is capable if you put your mind to something….all it takes is persistence!

Favorite Candy Bar?

Snickers

GIVEAWAY: Check back tomorrow morning as we will be giving away a boat load of Chanel’s Valleywood t-shirts this week. Entering to win is quick and easy – we’ll see you tomorrow.

If you’ve been reading Westbound Boarder lately, you’ve probably seen our most recent giveaway.  The contest officially closed last night, and we have a winner! (The winner was selected using Random.org)  Congratulations to Neekoh for winning a sweet pair of 2XL headphones!

Keep checking back for more exciting giveaways on Westbound Boarder.

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