2005-09-16 00:00:00, skierboy
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As snow was falling on the peak of Whistler, the first official gathering of the ‘05/’06 season took place with all those that are skiing. At 1,850m above sea level Whistler’s Roundhouse Lodge was the perfect location to launch the Matchstick Movie Tour showcasing their latest film “The Hit List”

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Attending the World Premiere were many of the films stars, including; Eric Hjorleifson,Mark Abma, Hugo Harrison, Sarah Burke, Rory Bushfield, and Mike Douglas. Also present were the boys responsible for putting this all together for us; Steve Winter, Murray Wais, and Scott Gaffney.

Those lucky enough to get one of the tickets were treated to snacks and refreshments before the show. As you can imagine, this was a big hit with all us ski bums! “The Hit List” Featured some of the best skiers in the world, the film stars; Shane McConkey, Mark Abma, Ingrid Backstrom, Hugo Harrisson, Mike Douglas, Sarah Burke, Rory Bushfield, Daron Rhalves and many more. “With the incredible winter this year, the footage that resulted is amazing”, said director Steve Winter. “This year we captured it all, powder, park, cliffs, and jumps all set in the most beautiful locations in the World. Red Bull energy drink and Matchstick Productions teamed up and chartered a 110-foot research vessel decked out with a private helicopter and travel up the coast of British Columbia in search of first descents. The results were mind-blowing!


The trip included World Cup skier Daron Rahlves, “Skier of the Year” Mark Abma, and big mountain guru Chris Davenport. The zone they discovered was epic and so is the footage that was produced. “The Hit List” featured locations, Whistler Blackcomb, Mica Heli Guides, Krasnaya Polyana, Russia, Crested Butte and Keystone Colorado, California, and the unexplored remote inlets of British Columbia. “The Hit List” was presented by Helly Hansen, and sponsored by K2 Skis, Salomon Skis, Giro Helmets and Powder magazine. To find out where “The Hit List” is being showcased near you and to Pre-Order a copy for yourself today visit www.skimovie.com                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

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Dave came to Whistler from Quebec in 2001 and has been steadily shredding the BC mega resort for the past 4 years. Dave grew up in Granby - about 50kms se of Montreal, and spent his early years riding at Bromont and Shefford. Looking to a bigger and better future, Fortin and his cousin JF rolled out west and have been killing it ever since. <a href="../articles_readmore.php?read=2477">View Article</a>

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