Westbound Boarder

Another week gone, another Friday here, with the weekend just over the horizon.  Below are some links to surf this week, highlighting fun happenings around the Web.  Check them out, and have a great weekend!  May your weekend be filled with waves, boards and sand, and may your limbs remain fully in tact

• The Art of ‘Hardcore Sitting’ Explained: One of my clients, HowStuffWorks.com (awesome site, BTW; check it out!), is working with a Wheelchair Skateboarder, Aaron Fotheringham, in their new ad campaign.  Aaron was the first person to complete a backflip in a wheelchair (!!!)  He has a neat, inspirational story, profiled this month in HUCK Magazine Online; definitely a worthwhile read.
• They Have a Month Dedicated to Craft Beer? It’s true.  Orgon Governer Ted Kulongosky officially declared July “Oregon Craft Beer Month,” with several Portland-based brewaries joining in the fun.  For information on events associated with Oregon Craft Beer Month, visit the Web site.  Can we get one these in LA please, Arnold?
• See Jane Skate: Our friends at SLAG are not the only chick’s out there motivating any and all ladies to learn to skate. Check out what Ms. Anne Klazek is up to as she is working on making girls of all skill levels more comfortable on their skateboard. Although the events already passed, read about what her skate events are all about – she’s pretty rad…
• Bachelor Introduces New Ticket Pricing: Some angry skiers say it will just cause headaches, but some think it pure genius. Mt. Bachelor is introducing new way to price their lift tickets, where they will “match the experience to the price.”  This means fluctuating lift ticket prices, based upon the visibility, lift operations and snow conditions. Check out the deets here.
• Roxy Previews 2009/2010 Line in New York: Its never too early to start shopping for your winter set up, as Roxy demonstrated when they previewed their upcoming Holiday line in New York this past week.  With snowboard gear, workout outfits, and even a brand new line of party dresses, Roxy helps us girls look cute and stylish while on the slopes.  Preview their new winter line and read about their New York demo here.
• Absinthe Films Drops Neverland Teaser: Travis Rice, need we say more?  Check it out!