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Group Chat Woodward Peace Park Edition with Danny Davis, Red Gerard & Todd Richards
Nov 27, 2023
Danny Davis, Red Gerard, and Todd Richards discuss the evolution of Peace Park, snowboarding tricks and techniques, trying new tricks, building skate parks vs dirt jumps, and memorable moments at Peace Park.
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- The build for Peace Park at Snowbird was an enormous undertaking, involving 24-hour operations, challenging terrain, and harsh weather conditions.
- Cat drivers are the unsung heroes of snowboard parks, playing a crucial role in building and maintaining the features that riders enjoy.
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The Challenging Build at Snowbird: Epic Proportions and Harsh Weather Conditions
The build for Peace Park at Snowbird was an enormous undertaking that involved 24-hour operations, challenging terrain, and harsh weather conditions. The cat drivers and hand crew personnel worked tirelessly to bring the park to life, despite facing snowstorms, blinding fog, narrow cat tracks, and high drop-offs. The park features had to be transported via helicopter and assembled on-site, adding to the complexity of the build. The crew faced an hour-long commute up the mountain every day, dealing with challenging road closures and treacherous conditions. But despite the difficulties, they persevered and created an incredible experience for the riders.
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