23-03-2016 02:04 via alaskapublic.org

Haines Freeride 2016: ‘It’s been a powerful competition’

Extreme skiers and snowboarders sped down Haines mountains Monday in the fourth stop of the Freeride World Tour. The international alpine sports tournament made the long trek back to Haines after its Alaska debut last year. It hasn’t been totally smooth sailing – Haines poses challenges athletically and logistically.
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A skier pulls off a flip during the Haines competition. (Photo courtesy of Freeride World Tour)“Hello and welcome to the fourth stop of the Freeride
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