The phenomenon of snowskating is sweeping North America and the
world by storm. A hybrid of a skateboard and a snowboard, a snowskate
is a versatile piece of equipment. No mountain needed, just a slight
incline, some snow and a few obstacles. The revolution that is snowskating
is catching on like a wildfire.

This year's course will feature custom obstacles designed by local
snowskater Chris Jones and a team of mad scientists (locals) as
well as parts of the Festival's Jibzone rails, rooftop and stairs
-resized to snowskate height. The contest will also feature product
demonstrations and prizing at the Snowskate Industry Expo &
Party, located on the patio of the GLC. The Snowskate Rumble I is
the biggest snowskating event ever held in Whistler with thousands
in cash and prizes.

There are no restrictions for entry. This is an open contest for
any age, skill level, gender, and type of snowskate. Entries can
be made at Showcase Snowboards in Whistler, or at the event on April
14th until 11 am. Registration fee is $25 including a T-Shirt.

After the DKNY//JEANS LIVE Outdoor Concert performances by Treble
Charger, Alarmbell and Not By Choice, join hip hop crew The Stir
Fry Collective, Degree One and DJ Anger at the GLC for the awards
ceremony, and after-party. 15$ Advance (non competitor) $20 at the
door.

Contest format for April 14 is as follows:

Warm Up: 11am-12pm

Contest Jam: 12pm - 1pm

Elimination: 1pm - 1:15pm

Second Round: 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Elimination: 2:00pm - 2:15pm

Finals: 2:15pm - 2:45pm

Announcement of Winners: 2:45pm

Contest information can be found online at www.livelarge.ca
or www.mountainpromotions.com

Snowskate Rumble I is produced by Telus World Ski and Snowboard
Festival and Mountain Promotions. The event is sanctioned by the
BC Snowboard Association.

Snowskate Rumble I takes place during the 8th TELUS World Ski
& Snowboard Festival -a 10-day high-energy event fusing sports,
music and action, April 11-20. The Festival highlights include:
Ripzone Snowboard Invitational; free DKNY//JEANS LIVE Outdoor Concert
Series; Garnier Fructis World Skiing Invitational featuring Salomon
Big Air and Superpipe; Pro Photographer Search and Showdown, presented
by Sony; Panasonic Filmmaker Showdown; RBC Olympic FanFair and RBC
Rink on the Mountain; Super Demo Days; Biglines.com
Snow Film Fiesta; Whistler DogFest; Saab Salomon Crossmax Series;
Sawtooth Adrenaline Film Festival; Kranked 5; and the Kokanee Freeride.

About W1:

W1 is a Whistler-based design and production agency specializing
in sports and entertainment, best known for founding and developing
the TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival. Designed eight years ago
by W1's president Doug Perry, the Festival has grown exponentially
into one of the largest events of its kind in the world, driving
and showcasing innovation in snowsports, music and visual arts.
For further information please visit www.livelarge.ca.

For Media Accreditation for the TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival,
phone 1-604-938-6366, email rtitelius@w1.ca
or visit the Media & Accreditation Centre, Delta Whistler Resort.
Availability of accreditation is limited.

For media information on Snowskate Rumble I, contact:

Regina Titelius

Media Relations Manager

W1 - Producers of TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival

604-938-6366

rtitelius@w1.ca

or

Mountain Promotions

(604) 932 7729

Morgan Blake Director of Entertainment

www.mountainpromotions.com


events@mountainpromotions.com