What’s Jaouen Jonesing For?

Those of us who have a passion for skiing know the dream. Crisp morning air freezes your nostrils as you stare down line of perfect pillows covering a field of boulders with untracked powder. Conflict rages in your mind as you consider claiming your line through this pristine field, knowing that you will be diminishing its beauty while claiming your glory. The anticipation builds in your body as you prepare to drop into the field. Then, it happens. The world plunges into absolute silence, save for the sound of your heart pounding away within your chest. You feel the rush of air and a falling sensation as your heart races. Powder flows up your body, covering your face, clogging your nostrils, your mouth, and obscuring your vision. You feel your body continue to fall. Just as you think that you will be swallowed by the snow, you feel a gentle push on the bottoms of your skis. This push is almost imperceptible, but itrquote s enough to allow you to ascend for a breath of cool air. As you bob upward you feel your body flow into a perfect rhythm as though surfing through an endless frosted sea. The dream varies, but the beauty, joy, excitement, anticipation, and sheer perfection of the moment are always the same. Often times, these once in a lifetime experiences are relegated to our dreams, never to be fulfilled. Occasionally though, these dreams can be realized vicariously through others. The guys over at Nimbus Independent are allowing us to do just that. Their new movie Hunting Yeti, a 5 part web series, is the closest to skiing perfection ever seen. With incredible lines, unequaled athleticism, and the most flowing style of any movie since Idea, this movie will inspire and invigorate even the most seasoned skiing veterans. The series follows the 07-08 ski season as it unfolds for Eric Pollard, Andy Mahre, Pep Fujas, and Chris Benchetler. Episode one is available for download in HD (in a format that is compatible with Xbox 360) and in a streaming video format at Rip.TV. Expect episode two around April 15. Until then, keep living the dream.

Guest Editor Matt H. writes in to tell us about his passion for unhealthy food in a segment that we like to call, What’s Holmes Holmesen’ for?

A ROCKIE DOG

Now, I know the long history of this blog has centered around technology and Jaouen fighting “the man”. However, I feel the need to bring my first post back to something that I know more about… unhealthy food! In addition, for all of you out there (mostly just Jaouen) who will complain that this does not fit into the spirit of this blog I have a couple of things to say. First, Fuck you…I can write about whatever topic I choose. Second, what can be more technologically advanced than a combination of random pig parts shoved into a casing and topped with soggy peppers and onions? So, in honor of Opening Day and the inevitable mustard stain on my pants I honor thee…the perfection that is the Rockie Dog. Plus, look how happy this woman is after having one!