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etnies“In these tough economic times, there’s more reason than ever to help those in need and give back to the causes that touch your heart. For me this is the Los Angeles Mission. For over 10 years my team and I have donated thousands of shoes to the homeless on Skid Row and this year will be no different. Not only because the need will be greater, but because it is this small contribution that can make a difference in someone’s life.”

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Everyone has their reasons for skiing or snowboarding.

Some want nothing more than to carve perfect c-turns down a groomed trail, while others dream of floating through deep, untracked powder. There are those who think of nothing other than zipper lining moguls or straight lining steep pitches. Many spend entire days in the park riding rails, table tops, and half pipes. Parents look forward to reconnecting with their kids without having to compete with the TV or internet. I know a few people who make a couple quick runs and then go to the resort parking lot and party for the rest of the day. Fair enough…  Details

This hybrid of paragliding and skiing whose pioneers include Antoine Montant is unregulated, dangerous and exhilarating

As the ski season draws to a close, there is one contest that is only just getting started. No, it is not between snow­boarders and skiers, but be­tween a new breed of ex­treme sportsmen and, well, everyone else on the piste.

The sport is called speed riding and it is a hybrid of paragliding and skiing. It needs, ideally, wide-open slopes with no crowds, so conditions now are some of the best. To take part you need a wing — it looks like a stunt parachute — and a pair of skis. Oh yes, and an almost total disregard for your own safety.

The wing is dragged behind you while you descend the slope. As you pick up speed, it catches …  Details