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The Last Descent - Trailer

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:42:08 -0700

This is a trailer for the upcoming documentary film titled The Last Descent. The film is about the adventure of a group of whitewater kayakers traveling the world to descent rivers that are being dammed. Go to www.thelastdescent.com for more info

Everest Dispatch 5-23-09

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:56:17 -0700

Dave Hahn reports team has successfully made the summit of Everest.

First Ascent Everest Dispatch #49 5-10-09

Mon, 11 May 2009 19:38:46 -0700

Ed describes waiting on the weather and looking forward to window on and around may 16th

First Ascent Everest Dispatch #48 5-9-09

Mon, 11 May 2009 19:34:22 -0700

Dave and Erica describe going from basecamp all the way to camp 2

First Ascent Everest Dispatch #47 5-9-09

Mon, 11 May 2009 19:26:14 -0700

Peter whittaker describes team meeting and weather models for upcoming week

First Ascent Everest Dispatch 5-8-09

Mon, 11 May 2009 19:22:57 -0700

Dave Hahn reports on ice overhang above the kumbu ice field and footage of it breaking loose. describes rescue efforts and missing sherpa

Ed Viesturs update on Everest expedition

Mon, 11 May 2009 19:15:41 -0700

Ed Viesturs update on May 06, 2009

Waiting for optimal weather window.

Search TV: Rip Curl Himalaya Search - Part #4

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:42:51 -0700

After being forced to sit at base camp waiting for weather to improve, the boys awake to what looks like a pleasant day. There's more disappointment though, when they're told the helicopter can't fly. They find a solution, but nothing is easy...

The conditions are extreme and the Himalaya mountains are the boss when it comes to attempting a stunt like this. The Nepalese guides get worried about the team's safety and Mother Nature has her last say...

Skier Chris Booth and snowboarder Per Loken sum up the worthy Himalayan adventure...

Search TV: Rip Curl Himalaya Search - Part #3

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:10:44 -0700

The team moves further up the hill & enjoys some high altitude play time (roughly 5300m above sea level). They are worried about the extreme wind conditions at the height they want to reach though, so wait patiently to see if Mother Nature will behave.

Search TV: Rip Curl Himalaya Search - Part #2

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:46:42 -0700

After meeting Per Loken & Chris Booth in Part #1, this video introduces the viewer to fellow team riders Darius Heristchian & Baptiste Collomb Patton, along with Gyanu Lama (the Nepalse Guide). The team continue their climb preparations in the Himalaya.

Rip Curl Himalaya Search presented by Sprite: Day 13 - Back in Kathmandu

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:50:33 -0700

Two weeks ago, 4 riders from the Rip Curl Team left to go and experience an unforgettable adventure on top of the world. Snowfall has been particularly scarce in Europe this winter. This is why Baptiste Collomb-Patton, Darius Heristchian, Chris Booth and Per Loken decided to go in search of snow in Nepal and ride one of Annapurna’s most glorious slopes, to live their Search. There’s surely nothing better than riding virgin slopes with an abundance of fresh powder snow. Add to that the discovery of a mystical region and the chance to come face to face with a faraway culture.

Track: Trust In Us

Rip Curl Himalaya Search presented by Sprite: Day 12 - Curse the weather...

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:54:26 -0700

Our team heads up the mountain to hit some freeriding, but the weather causes some problems on the slopes. Despite the sunny blue skies, the wind picks up and makes it too dangerous to ride. Australian skier Chris Booth explains the situation.

Track: Let go
Artisit: The Shaky Hands
Album: Cut Off Your Hands

[ENGLISH INTERVIEW]

http://www.ripcurl.com/himalaya

Rip Curl Himalaya Search presented by Sprite: Day 11 - The team scores fresh snow slopes on Annapurna

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:43:17 -0700

Fanfan takes the team for its first ride up and around Annapurna, aiming to reach an altitude of 5500m for the first fresh snow run down the mountain. Clean lines, untracked powder and a near avalanche awaits... The Search is on!

Track: Born to run
Artisit: The Casanovas
Album: All Night Long

[FRENCH INTERVIEW / ENGLISH SUBTITLES]

http://www.ripcurl.com/himalaya

Rip Curl Himalaya Search presented by Sprite: Day 10 - Arriving at the Manang Base Camp

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:16:08 -0700

The weather has cleared and our team have flown by military helicopter to their Base Camp in Manang. The boys will now search at high altitude for kickers and fresh runs... Finally!

Track: Nasty
Artisit: The Casanovas
Album: ...Keep It Hot

[FRENCH INTERVIEW / ENGLISH SUBTITLES]

http://www.ripcurl.com/himalaya

Rip Curl Himalaya Search presented by Sprite: Day 9 - Baptiste explains the frustration of being stuck in Jomson

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:26:02 -0700

Baptiste (in French) talks about the frustration of being stuck in Jomsom due to heavy snowfall on the airport runway. The acclimitization program has finished, so the team are ready to go search - if only they could get out of Jomsom.

Track: Walk away
Artisit: T-Rek
Album: Into The Desert Blue

[FRENCH INTERVIEW / ENGLISH SUBTITLES]

http://www.ripcurl.com/himalaya