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Apr

Cycling Road – France not seeking sanctions against Armstrong

   Categories: Cycling, Road Bike

France’s anti-doping agency said Friday it will not seek sanctions against cyclist Lance Armstrong over a dispute with a drug tester.

The agency said in a statement Friday that it “decided to take into consideration the athlete’s written explanations” and will not open disciplinary procedures.

At issue was a 20-minute delay when Armstrong said a drug tester who showed up on March 17 to collect blood, urine and hair samples agreed to let him shower while the American rider’s assistants checked the tester’s credentials…  Details

24
Apr

Surfing Fundraiser – Life Is A Wave – May 14, 2009 A benefit bash for Save The Waves Coalition

   Categories: Board Sports, Boating, Bodyboarding, bodysurfing & Skimboarding, Fundraiser and/or Volunteer, Kayak, Canoe & Rafting, Kiteboard, Powerboat, PWC, Sailing, Surfing & SUP, Wakeboard & Tubing, Water skiing, Windsurf & Sailboard

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Save The Waves Coalition presents its third annual Life Is A Wave benefit event, a yearly celebration of coastal environmentalism through music, art, film, and community activism. Life Is A Wave 2009 will roll in on May 14 from 6pm ’til midnight, once again at 111 Minna Gallery in downtown San Francisco. The multimedia event will feature live music from several innovative new bands, including Bay Area heavyweights Bayonics, as well as the fast-rising Kapakahi – both known for their dynamic mix of world beats and highly energetic live shows. Opening will be Clif Bar Inc.’s own Dung Beetles, along with DJs M3, OmarEtch, and DJ Paul.

This year Save The Waves will honor Reef founder, International Surfing Association President and philanthropist Fernando Aguerre as recipient of the 2009 Wave Saver Award, for his work and support defending coastlines around the world.

Sponsors of Life Is A Wave 2009 include Billabong B9, Clif Bar, Jim Beam, Joie de Vivre Hotels, Mavericksâ„¢, New Belgium Brewing, Ocean Vodka, Patagonia, Quiksilver Foundation, SIGG, Surfline, Zola Acai, and 1% For The Planet.. Additional sponsors will be announced closer to the event date.

Tickets are $20 general and $50 Green Package, (Green Package includes a one-year Save The Waves membership and a very special gift). All proceeds to benefit Save The Waves Coalition.

For more information about sponsoring the event, donating raffle/silent auction items or volunteering, please contact Save The Waves at 831.426.6169 or email lindsey@savethewaves.org…  Details

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24
Apr

Video Game Snowboard – Apple Games Features Shaun White Snowboarding

   Categories: Snow, Snowboard, Video Games

Apple Games has taken to the slopes with a new article about the recently released Mac version of Shaun White Snowboarding. The game, developed in collaboration with Olympic gold medalist Shaun White, allows players to experience a variety of snowboarding action. Apple’s article includes an overview of the gameplay and a short bio of Shaun White.

Each of the game’s mountains is an open-ended environment that you can explore any way you want: master tricks, take on challenges and competitions, and discover secret areas…  Details

24
Apr

BMX Skateboard Rally Car Snowboard FMX – ESPN Goes 3D With X Games Film

   Categories: Automobile, BMX, Board Sports, Cycling, FMX, Motocross, Motorcycle, Rally Car, Skateboard & Mountain Board, Snow, Snowboard

ESPN will release the first sports-themed 3D film this summer tied to its X Games franchise.

Produced by ESPN Films, X Games 3D the Movie, will have a one-week theatrical run, starting Aug. 21, in 3D theaters around the nation. Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures is handling the distribution efforts.

Directed by award-winning filmmaker Steve Lawrence (Down the Barrel), the film will use groundbreaking digital 3D techniques to immerse sports fans into the world of action sports,  including such notables as skateboarder, snowboarder Shaun White; moto X, rally car racer Travis Pastrana; skateboarders Danny Way and Bob Burnquist; and moto X and AMA racer Ricky Carmichael…  Details

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