Mike Hardaker

Mike Hardaker is Editor & Publisher of the Mountain Weekly News. A talented photographer and snowboarder, Mike has lived and worked in the Rocky Mountains for the past eleven years and is spending the 2011-2012 La Nina winter in Washington and traveling across the country in search of deep snow. His passion for being on snow and at live concerts can be found throughout his work.

Web Site: http://www.mtnweekly.com


Cell Phone Cases for the Outdoors

Cell Phone Cases from the Outdoors

Are you looking to protect your iPhone from the elements, if so we complied a list of the most extreme cell phone cases on the market. Don’t let your new smartphone fall victim to a cheap case that claims to work. We tested, abused and generally beat up all these cases and wanted to...
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Benefits of Compression Tights

2XU Compression Tights are Incredible!!

Do compression tights work? Over the last month I have been wearing 2XU Thermal Compression Tights while snowboarding and competing in events across the country. I would have never guessed I would fall in love with the immediate benefits of using compression tights. Wearing compression tights during physical activities improves circulation, reduces fatigue and...
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Mt. Baker Banked Slalom

Terje Banked Slalom - 2012 LBS Photo Mike Hardaker - Mountain Weekly News

Glacier, Washington – The 25th Legendary Banked Slalom at the Mt. Baker Ski Area was hands down the coolest snowboard event I have ever attended. Decades worth of shred experience were on display riding throughout the weekend. The LBS is a contest with a mellow vibe, as really your only racing against yourself. Lessons...
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North Face Masters Crystal Mountain Mens Finals Recap 2012

Ryland Bell Throwing Down a 540 during The North Face Masters at Crystal Mountain

Crystal Mountain, Washington – The best freeriders in the world got a chance to ride the legendary Silver King venue for the final day of The North Face Masters of Snowboarding tour. All 32 riders had a great shot at taking this years title as the field was stacked with heavy hitters. Snow conditions...
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Washington Avalanches Claim the Lives of 4 on Sunday

Stevens Pass Slide Area

Washington, USA – The lives of three skiers and one snowboarder ended on Sunday after being caught in two separate avalanches across Washington state. Three experienced skiers were killed near Stevens Pass according to Katie Larson, a spokeswoman with the King County Sheriff’s Office and a snowboarder just outside of The Summit at Snoqualmie....
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