With "A Day for Jake", the snowboard community honors Jake Burton Carpenter as co-inventor of the modern snowboard on March 13. With his Burton brand, he shaped winter sports for decades - and always remained a unique character. Our author Thomas Becker remembers a memorable meeting with him.
Since it was founded in 2008, the company has won many awards, too. ISPO.com spoke to co-founder Julien Durant about what it is that makes the eco-friendly label so special.
Burton CEO Donna Carpenter calls on the snowboard and outdoor industry to rethink their practices. She is also convinced that more women in leadership positions are needed in order to boost market growth.
The winter sports highlights for the 2020/21 season combine sustainability, functionality and style. ISPO.com takes a close look at the innovations of the winter sports industry and presents the award-winning products of the new season from Nordica, Alpina, Rossignol & Co.
Europe's snowparks are a paradise for freestylers. From Spain to Scandinavia to the last corner of the Alps, freestyle fun awaits you. Here you can find information about great snowparks in Europe, their opening times, prices for the ski pass and much more.
The US-American snowboard pioneer Jake Burton Carpenter has passed away. His company Burton Snowboards confirmed the message of the founder's death with an emotional instagram contribution.
Nitro founder Tommy Delago talks about closing ranks with the outdoor industry, the curse of early season openings and his thesis that the snowboard industry has damaged itself in recent years.
With grassroots events such as Banked Slaloms, the snowboard community is returning to its roots - thus gaining new fans. How Burton and Volcom are fueling the movement.
Insulation is a key ingredients to many aspects, especially in the winter sports and outdoors markets. PrimaLoft now continues its commitment to being “Relentlessly Responsible” with the first Biodegradable Synthetic insulation.
