Mount Everest is partnering with K2 Skis to connect ski enthusiasts and engineers at their Buckle-Up event on Saturday, November 23rd from 10am- 5pm.

Boot engineers from K2 headquarters at Vashon Island will be setting up shop in the Westwood store to talk one on one with skiers about boot tech while finding and fitting K2 boots for each attendee.

The events focuses on K2’s Freeskier’s Editor’s Pick elite Recon 130 boot but since boots fit differently for everyone,  attendees will also be able to try on and learn more about the K2 BFC 100, Antham  and others.

K2 will also running a raffle to give away a pair of Recon boots to one lucky skier and offering free beer (for those with proper ID) and pizza.

This is an all- day event, so stop in anytime to work with the engineers or just come grab a beer.

See you there, you don’t want to miss out!

STAY WILD with K2 Snowboarding and Airblaster this season with this year’s Happy Hour. The K2 Happy Hour is a 100% FLATLINE twin board that is reshaped with K2’s new “Tweakend” technology. K2 just extended their Baseline Rocker all the way out to the absolute end of the board to create more rideable surface in the tip and tail of the board, giving the rider a more stable platform to press, butter, float, and stomp landings with. Add in K2’s “Ollie” bar and carbon web laminates the Happy Hour gets all the pop and snap needed to stab and grab down the entire mountain.  Shop all 2013 K2 Snowboards.

See our top picks and more highlights from 2013 K2 Snowboard Boots and 2013 K2 Snowboard Bindings after the jump.

Pair it up with K2’s Formula Binding and you’re going to be tweaking out.  The Formula comes standard with K2’s Profusion GF, chassis, custom caddi ankle straps, EZ-set toe strap and rocklock highback.  The Profusion GF chassis has a 3 degree canted seamless foot bed to add Ollie power and lateral feel, as well as absorb vibrations.  The updated RADchets makes the already comfy ankle straps and toe straps buttery smooth to get in and out of.  Shop all 2013 K2 Snowboard Bindings

Combo this package up with a pair of K2 Snowboard Boots and your setup is complete. The K2 Darko is 20% lighter and comes fully equipped with BOA Conda, Intuition liners, and Harshmellow in both outsole and insole.   BOA Conda is K2’s internal lace harness that is controlled by a BOA on the outside of the boot, allowing the rider to dial their internal liner down on the fly without having to unlace. On top of that BOA Conda allows for every rider to customize their liners. The new Grip-Lite outsole makes this boot 20% lighter than last year and is loaded with Harshmellow to take those landings better.  Finally, the heat moldable Intuition liner gives every rider the comfort and support that you need and want.

…sounds like a pretty good Tuesday to us.

Come out to the Pilsener Haus & Biergarten in Hoboken for some good bier, good times & GOOD LOOK – the latest snowboarding flick by People Films. Watch riders JP Walker, Torstein Horgmo, Simon Chamberlain, Eero Niemela, Shaun McKay, Aaron Biittner, Lauri Heiskari, Joe Sexton, Heikki Sorsa & Eric Jackson on the big screen inside an authentic, Beer Fest-esque German beer hall. Film sponsors K2 Snowboarding, Grenade & Volcom will also have gear to giveaway so grab some friends & get your Getränk on! Prost!

7pm – 2am (close)
must be 21+ to drink

…invite friends & RSVP to our event on Facebook and Meetup too!

For their 20^th anniversary, K2 Snowboarding is letting loose & running with a creepy carnival theme created by artist Mike Shine.  This winter’s collection incorporates more of their innovative tech (Baseline, Harshmellow, Tweakback, Conda) that makes K2 stand out in the industry. K2 gives not to their roots in the backcountry by introducing K2 Backside – a line of gear including shovels, packs, probes & the Panoramic Split board that’s been 3 years in the making.

For guaranteed double-takes in the lift line, the K2 Happy Hour is your best bet. The entire 2012 team of riders collaborated to put together this one-of-a-kind board that’s ready to take on the entire mountain. It’s tapered silhouette and awesomely creepy graphics were designed by pro rider Danny Larsen and will definitely get you noticed this season. Transworld Snowboarding also gives it their nod of approval & awarded it a 2012 Good Wood award for Men’s Park boards over $400. Check out our 13 Questions with Danny Larsen to read what he had to say about the 2012 Happy Hour.

Freestyle riders will love the new Fastplant for it’s playful Jib Rocker base, added pop & indestructible Bambooyah core. As part of K2′s Artist Collaboration Series, the talented Don Pendleton created the board’s graphics in his bold, signature style that has been appearing on skateboard decks for over 10 years. The Fastplant also made Snowboard Magazine’s list of Platinum Picks and earned a Best of Test Award from Snowboarder Magazine.

The men’s Maysis is one good-looking snowboard boot. K2 addressed every detail in this freestyle boot – from the refined look of the leather outer to the customizable fit of Conda liner lacing & double Boa adjustments, your feet are guaranteed to look as good as they feel.

If your planning on doing any backcountry riding this winter, the K2 Backside Pilchuck Kit might be your new best friend. Inside the slim backpack are a packable rescue shovel & aluminum avalanche probe, just in case things get a little sketchy.

The K2 Fling was built for the go-anywhere girl who likes to explore every inch of the mountain. The versatile Flatline Rocker profile & twin shape make this freestyle board a blast to ride on all types of terrain. Factor in a sassy base graphic and this relationship will keep going strong run after run after run…

Ladies in search of a lightweight, easy-to-adjust boot that isn’t short on style will love this year’s Scene. Inner Conda lacing, Intuition Comfort fit 3D liners & Speedlacing provide a comfortable, secure fit while the Low-Pro outsole & softer flex keep you light on your toes.

Take a look at even more & shop our full collection of K2 Snowboarding gear >>>

 
1.  We know you’re a fan of living in Oslo, any other places you’d consider relocating to?

The Norwegian in me answered “no way!” before my eyes were done reading that question. But that’s not quite true. Basically every time I’m abroad and having a good time I figure out that moving there could be pretty be cool. But only for a little bit naturally…Oslo sweet Oslo.

2.  There’s an awesome coffee spot in Brooklyn called Oslo.  Next time your in NYC we’ll have to take you to see how it stands up to real Norwegian coffee.  Where’s the best cup of coffee in Norway?

I actually know about that one, my sister used to live in Williamsburg and told me that’s where NY’s best coffee is to be found. When it comes to Oslo’s coffee shops I’m really not quite sure. Wille told me where to go, and I wrote it down on my phone but it got stolen before I managed to find it, so I’m still searching. Luckily we have tons of small coffee shops and chains and Starbucks haven’t managed to spread its tentacles to the northern darkness yet, so there are a bunch of alternatives. I still think I prefer to grind my own beans and use one of my seven coffee preparation devices here at home though.

3.  From what we can tell, the K2 offices seem to have a sort of Fantasy Factory vibe. What do you look forward to on your visits to HQ?

There’s so much, seriously, that place is a great place to hang out. The skate bowl is pretty damn awesome, but there’s also this weird little slappy rail that you can just ride on to, not quite sure what it’s for but it grinds really well and after last team shoot it has become my favorite feature in that big building. Oh, and naturally the bar in the office is pretty damn rad, it’s kinda hard to miss that one.

4.  Mike Shine’s whole creepy carnival vibe in the K2 catalog is amazingly disturbing…what would you be if you ran away to join a satanic circus? (Possessed tightrope walker? Decapitated fortuneteller?)

I think I might go with lazy popcorn-seller that feeds sleeping pills to the lion tamer without him knowing. That’s how you get ahead in a satanic circus.

5.  If you were to have a dish named after you, what would it be? / It’s lunchtime & I just ordered the “Danny Larsen” – what’s on it?

I just created a new coconut beach-crab soup that I’m pretty stoked on that would be served with a six-pack of beer. I’d be proud to put my name on that and serve it to you.

 

6.  If you could be a member of any metal band (dead or undead), which would you pick?

Oh damn, that’s a hard one. It would be awesome to say Black Sabbath or Motörhead, but I’m to fond of my brain and liver to be in bands like that. Maybe some Norwegian metal band like Darkthrone or Immortal, that would be awesome. Just hang around in the forest and sing songs about how cold Norway is, haha.

7.  Your artwork on the K2 Happy Hour (and in general) is pretty epic. Besides black metal & gallons of coffee, what are some sources of inspiration?

Well, as you mention, tons of coffee and black metal are the main ingredients. I also get a lot of inspiration from Norwegian folklore. I grew up in a country where we believe mountains are trolls that has been hit by sunlight, goblins stab your farm animals to death if you don’t feed them porridge for Christmas and witches ride around on goats. I just borrowed a fairytale book from the library and basically found the artwork for 10 new black metal albums, haha.

8.  Did you design your tattoos? Ever try your luck at a tattoo gun?

Have you ever seen Nick Dirks in shorts without a shirt on? Well, that’s why I don’t want to own my own tattoo gun. I’m sure every boring moment would be a “maybe a new tattoo?” moment if I had one. I didn’t design my own tattoo because I was so impressed with how this artist was at doing black feathers. So I asked him to do a black raven for me. But I think the next one will be something I draw myself. I’m constantly looking through ugly-tatt blogs to get inspiration. I might be so avant garde that I reintroduce the tribal tatts… no, that was a horribly stupid idea.. I still try to convince Nick of getting a Tribal tatt though.

 

9.   We’re seeing a trend with your impressively antler-ed beasts. Which one would make your ideal pet?

Without a doubt a black wolf with the horns of a Jacobs goat. I saw a pic of a Jacob’s goat this winter and couldn’t believe that I had been drawing them for so long without even knowing they existed. That creature must be the grimmest looking animal out there, until I manage to cross breed it with a black wolf that is.

10.  Your piece for ESPN did a great job of voicing the uneasiness many of us feel about competitive riding & the future of snowboarding.  What would you tell a young kid just starting out?

Have fun figuring this board out, you can’t really do anything wrong.. Except grabbing tindy.

11.  On a more positive note, what are you most excited about/looking forward to in coming seasons?

Trying out that new secret K2 board technology that I can’t really tell you about yet, haha, give me pow!

12.   Snowboarder, artist, pirate, blogger, musician…any talents we don’t know about?

The one thing I’m most proud of at the moment is my cooking. I think that’s the only thing I’m willing to brag a little bit about. I take great pride in cooking everything from scratch, and try to get a hold of the ingredients myself without going to the shop. I’ve been pretty busy with tri-fork spear in the fjords this summer.

13.   Gigi vs. Depp – who’s a better pirate?

Gigi is the only one that has bought me beer, so I’m going with him.

Look out for Danny in this fall’s Bottom Line. See the Happy Hour featuring original art by Danny & the rest of the K2 2012 collection on www.ridemteverest.com

Come by & see what all the K2 hype is about; Men’s/Women’s, Rocker/Camber, Jib/Powder…it’s your call. Learn about the brand’s latest tech & test setups until your heart’s content–the entire line will be ready & waiting.

BAMBOOYAH!

It’s totally free to participate and there will be plenty of prizes from K2 Snowboarding to go around. Riders can sign up for 16 & Under or Open division, just grab your helmet & get to the basement at South to register. Good luck girls!

Getting bombarded by this ice & snow will give you a good excuse to stay indoors & prepare for the weekend ahead. Here’s some of what’s going on in our area…

Friday, Feb 4:

Mountain Creek, NJ — It’s No Boys Allowed at K2′s Pretty in Pink Rail Jam this Friday night in the Arena.K2 Snowboarding will be giving away prizes for the best in 16 & under and Open divisions. Ladies can register for free at 4pm in the basement at South, competition starts under the lights at 6pm.

Saturday, Feb 5:

Mountain Creek, NJ — Our Test the Best Demos continue to kill it at North. Stop by our tent today or Sunday & fall in love with the latest in tech

Big Boulder Park, PA — Eastern Snowboard League makes it’s 2nd stop of the series in western PA. Pro & Am riders can compete for cash & prizes from Oakley, Forum, Red Bull, Vert, Skullcandy, Special Blend, Foursquare, & my POV.

Prospect Park, Brooklyn NY — The annual Winter Jam NYC gives visitors the chance to experience all things ‘snow’ during this outdoor event. The Olympic Regional Development Authority will be blanketing the park, giving you a chance to play in the snow, sign up for a free lesson, or snack on samples at the Winter market.

Prospect Park, Brooklyn NY — Cut loose & spread it on at the Red Bull Buttercup‘s stop in the city. The contest takes place during the Winter Jam so spectators might want to snag a spot early

Camelback, PA — Catch Liquid Lightning’s SnowJam 2011 to hit the slopes during the day & enjoy DJs, live concert from Three 6 Mafia, and VIP lounges at night. Book tickets good for the lift, rental gear, concert, night skiing, lounge & terrain park access ahead of time online