Zürs am Arlberg

3 days short vacation in December

ortwino — Sat, 19 May 2012 12:06:18 +0000

January sport weeks Arlberghaus

3 days short vacation in December
in Zürs am Arlberg
3 nights Thursday to Sunday
including 2-day ski pass and a Wine Dinner
from 09th to 23th December 2012

Start the winter 2012/2013 season in Zürs am Arlberg sproty.

3 nights Arlberghaus
Wireless Lan – ultra fast throughout the hotel
incl. 2 day ski pass
a Wine Dinner

from Euro 480,-

Become a member of the Arlberghaus Club
Unique to the whole of the Arlberg – the Arlberghausclub – with its many advantages for our guests, members have been reaping the profits for more than 11 years . Membership costs € 55,– per adult per season, children from 12 to 16 pay € 27,50 per season and our younger guests under 12 are free of charge

A survey of the advantages

33% off all drinks and foods, including the minibar
33% off telephone, garage and laundry costs
10% off purchases in our shop ( newspapers and cigarettes excluded)
Free newspaper service
Free use of W-Lanes in the whole Hotel
Free ski bindings test at Sport Strolz
Free transport from the railway station ( reservation required)
Free autobahn toll vignette for the austrian motorways for 10 days

All our rooms feature bath/ shower, wc, hairdryer, telephone, flat screen tv, radio, mini bar, safe.
Please ask about our different room combinations with connecting doors. Many of our rooms can be made into twins.

Prices per person and specified period. Errors excepted.

We look forward to your visit!

Rainer Hertrich; The Most Consecutive Days Skiing World Record Holder

ortwino — Mon, 14 May 2012 18:25:25 +0000

Rainer Hertrich World Record Man

The Guinness World Records documents a number of quirky, weird and remarkable achievements in different disciplines and it was about time before someone broke the record for the Most Consecutive Days Skiing. 50 year old Rainer Hertrich broke this record after 8 years, 2 months and 10 days of consecutive skiing. Hertrich had to end his record streak in January, after he was diagnosed with a serious case of cardiac arrhythmia.

Hertrich ended his world record streak after completing 2,993 days of consecutive skiing.

"I was shooting for 3,000 days, which was only a week away. Or, what I really wanted to do was hit 100 million vertical in a hundred months, which would have been Feb. 29," Hertrich recounted during an interview.

After suffering from problematic symptoms for a while, Hertrich decided to go in for a check and that was when he was diagnosed with the irregular heartbeat. Hertrich’s doctor in Copper, Colordo gave him strict orders to hang up his Telemark skis for the sake of his health. Hertrich however did the opposite and when he got home, he put on his ski boots and went for one last run. Hertrich explained, "They said, ‘You need to take an ambulance to the hospital. I told the doctor, ‘I’m not a very good listener.’ Against his will, I went home, put my ski boots on and went up for one last run."

Hertrich began his quest to break the record in 200, after he saw a plaque which honored Jackson Hole skiers for collectively notching in 6 million vertical feet in a season. Hertrich reached 7 million vertical feet in the spring of 2004, but instead of concluding his quest to beat the world record he decided to press on. His dedication to the quest is as impressive as the victory itself. Copper Mountain spokesman, Chris Runyon, explained "Hertrich has kept skiing with separated shoulders, bruised ribs and many days of knock-you-off-your-feet sickness. It seemed like nothing was going to stop this Fu Manchu skiing machine. That’s why we were all extremely surprised to hear that was in the hospital. Everyone at Copper wishes him a speedy recovery, and we know he’ll be back on the slopes to finish his goal."

The Guinness World Records however categorizes his victory as the most accumulated vertical descent in consecutive days for telemark skiing as opposed skiing in general. Apparently Guiness World Records differentiates alpine and telemark, therefore seeing Hertrich claim only the victory for telemark skiing.” I’m bummed I missed 3,000 days by a week, but I’m proud I made it this far. Every year was a challenge. When I look at the whole picture, it doesn’t seem like anything. But when you break down the years, it’s amazing. I really don’t think anyone will ever attempt it," Hertrich explained.

The Ergo-Bike Premium 8i Allows Bikers To Compete Against Each Other Online

ortwino — Mon, 07 May 2012 18:45:32 +0000

Most people are accustomed to virtual games and they might have played some of these games online against other global gamers. The Ergo-Bike Premium 8i could have just revolutionized biking as we know it; the bike is designed to allow bikers from different parts of the world to compete against each other online.

Bikers Compete Against Each Other Virtually

The Ergo-Bike Premium 8i

Bikers ‘converge’ at a specified time, choose their preferred course and compete against each other. Manufactured by German Daum Electronics; the bike mirrors a real bike in every sense and integrates a battery of sensors and processors, to monitor the pulse the rider’s pulse rate, distance covered, the speed at which the biker is riding the bike and the measurement of the current power output in watts.

The riders can watch each other through video streams and also speak with each other over voIP-enabled headsets. Kip Potter, who co-owns InBikeSF (the bike’s global distributors), explained “the problem with other stationary bikes is that they are boring.” He explains that with the Ergo-Bikes “you can see him breathing. You can see his heart rate. That gets you motivated.”

InBikeSF recently began shipping the bikes to the US, and a couple of thousand bikes have already been sold in Europe and South Africa. About 20 of these bikes have been sold in the US so far.

The Virtual Bikes Hope To Spark A Fitness Boom

The bike is amongst some of the products released in the market which are geared towards increasing the fitness boom. The world as a whole is in the midst of an obesity epidemic and these bikes could be one of the solutions to this problem. Increased numbers of middle-aged people have taken-up endurance sports in recent time.

The bikes are priced at $3,500 and they are generally marketed to the people who can afford them. They are also marketed to people who have minimal time to spare, when it comes to exercising and implementing other fitness regimes.

Professional bikers use the Ergo Bike Premium 8i for individual training. The bikes come with onboard computers which allow the rider to track their statistics and improve on their outputs progressively.

A Bike That Lets You Monitor Your Competitors’ Vitals

The Ergo-Bike Premium 8i

The bikes allow riders to track their performance in relation to their competitors, with the same age and weight. Individual riders can then download this data to their computers for reference. The bikes are also fitted with MP3 players to keep the riders entertained during their work-outs. Different kinds of training programs are offered to the riders; in line with their fitness or skill goals.

What Makes The Ergo-Bike Premium 8i Cool?

The bikes are versatile and can be used by just about anyone for exercise purposes.
The bikes bring in a fun aspect to exercising, by allowing bikers from different parts of the world to compete against each other online.
Bikers can keep track of their statistics and monitor the vitals of other competitors via an onboard computer.
Competitors can choose routes to compete in using the maps availed via the virtual world.
They are convenient to have around, especially for individuals who have busy lifestyles and can’t get enough time to go to the gym.

Photo Credit: Daum Electronic Official Website
More Information about the product at www.daum-electronic.de

Sandbox Snowboard Helmets

ortwino — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:40:29 +0000

They say that no one understands the sport better than the athlete, and this is no different when it comes to snowboarding. Sandbox is a company formed by riders to serve the riding sport. The company produces a dynamic range of ski helmets which are engineered to serve the needs of snowboarders.

A Company Founded By Riders To Produce Products For Other Riders

Classic Rasta

Sandbox was founded back in 2004 by accomplished rider Kevin Sansalone, who has been snowboarding for more than 20 years, and a group of his close friends. The started the company Whistler BC, their homeland, and the team comprises of:

Kevin Sansalone
Clayton Larsen and
Mellissa Lawrence

The team works in close collaboration with acclaimed film makers, designers and snowboarders. The company started off by shooting a series of snowboarding films which show cased the snowboarding and riding culture in Whistler and Western Canada, through an innovative new style of film making. The company started producing helmets in 2007 and the helmets have quickly gained popularity because of their classic style, innovative design and functionality.

The Sandbox Helmet Models

Sandbox produces three helmet models including the Classic Low Profile, the Classic Certified and The Legend Certified helmets.

The Sandbox Classic Low Profile Helmets

The Classic

The Classic Low Profile helmets are the first helmets to be produced by Sandbox. The helmets integrate the SoftEVA liners for enhanced comfort. The helmets are thin and have a low profile fit. The helmets come with 3 sets of fit pads including removable ear covers, sticker sheets and removable goggle clips. The helmets are CE1385 Certified and are available in Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large sizes. The helmets retail for $89.99.

The Sandbox Classic Certified Helmets

The Sandbox Classic Certified helmets come with a CE Snow Sports Certified liner. These helmets also come with 3 sets of fit pads including removable goggle clips, sticker sheets, fit pads and removable ear covers. The helmets are CE 1077 Certified for snow sports and they are available in three sizes including youth, S/M and L/XL. The helmets retail for $99.95.

The Sandbox Legend Certified Helmets

Legend Smokey front no ear covers large

The Legend Certified helmets are Sandbox’s multi-sport helmets which also function as multi-season helmets. The helmets come with 3 sets of fit pads including removable ear covers, sticker sheets, vent hole plugs and removable goggle clips. The Legend helmets are CE 1078 Certified for bikers and snowboarders, and they come with EPS liners.

Sandbox Clothing And Accessories

Tee Shirt

Sandbox produce much more than snowboard helmets, they also produce a collection of T-shirts, stickers and DVDs. The company produces four T-shirt designs including the Super 8 Camera, Rasta Fade, Big Front Logo and Repeat Bucket T-shirts. The T-shirts retail for $29.99. The Sandbox signature stickers retail for $4.99. Sandbox also sells snowboarding DVD collections including:

Day and Age
Now You Know
Shine On
All Day Every Day
Time Well Wasted
Flavor Country

In essence, Sandbox has something for everyone; whether you are a rider looking for a functional helmet or a winter sports enthusiast who wants to learn more about the snowboarding sport.

Photo Credit/Manufacturer Website: www.sandboxland.com

Forbidden Snowboards

ortwino — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:38:43 +0000

Forbidden Snowboards

Riders and winter sports enthusiasts have one thing in common; they both wouldn’t mind owning limited edition winter sports gear. Forbidden Snowboards is a company which has over the years strived to produce quality limited edition products for riders and winter sports enthusiasts.

A Company That Pays Attention To Detail And Quality

The company takes on a fearless approach when it comes to ensuring that they maintain a high level of integrity and manufacture the highest quality products available in the market. Forbidden Snowboards utilizes the skills of their dynamic team and in close collaboration with their friends and snowboarders to ensure that they manufacture the best products in the industry. The company manufactures versatile products which can be use by “the powder hounds doing turns in the trees to the upside down shreds in the park.” Forbidden Snowboards also works with brilliant artists who help the company to come up with unique and unconventional graphics for their products. The company then works with the best riders in the industry to test and improve on their products.

The Forbidden Snowboards Legend

Forbidden Snowboards

Hundreds of years ago, Vancouver Island was plagued by slavery; when enemies attacked the land from the sea. The Comox people took their womwn and children for safekeeping to the ‘Forbidden Plateau.’ The neighboring Cowichan tribe once attacked the Comox people, and the women and children mysteriously vanished. The people believed that the plateau was inhabited by evil spirits which consumed anyone who walked through it.

From then on, the tribal elders forbade their people from going to the plateau; hence the name ‘Forbidden Plateau.’ The mountain was undisturbed for 200 years, until the interest for winter recreation arose. A ski lift was installed in 1949 over the steep, mellow and rigged lines. Skiers then took to the natural terrain through the 50s, 60s and 70s. Snowboarders joined the skiers later on in the 80s and 90s. The lodge collapsed during the 1999 winter due to excessive snow load, leading to the closure of the facility. There afterwards, Forbidden Snowboards took over the facility.

The Forbidden Snowboards Team And Snowboards

Forbidden Snowboards Team

The Forbidden Snowboards team comprises of:

Matt Trigg
Alexa Hornstein
Myles Delange
Patrick Kitto

The team is the brains behind the popular limited edition Utopia and Morning Wood snowboards.

The Utopia Snowboards

Utopia Top And Bottom

The Utopia snowboards are the company’s collection of all mountain snowboards. The snowboards are ideal for use from the alpine, into the park and right down to the streets. The Utopia snowboards come with the following features:

A combined camber which allows the rider to achieve a superior float in deep snow conditions, achieve more maneuverability, catch-free ride and achieve a more stable landing.
The Twin Tips allow the rider to ride switch beautifully.
The Sublimated Top Sheet features Bill Lyle’s art work.
The boards are incredibly light.
The snowboards come with Biaxal Fiberglass are ideal for decreasing twists.
The sintered bases of the boards are built to last.
The Base/Top Rubber on the boards allow the rider to absorb shock effectively and they also help to reduce vibrations.
The Carbon V inserts increase the strength of the boards and keeps the flex consistent.
The boards are fitted with ABS Plasma yellow rails.

The Morning Wood Snowboards

Morning Wood Top and Bottom

The Morning Wood snowboards are the company’s collection of freeriding snowboards. The Morning Wood snowboards come with the following features:

Combined camber for a superior float.
Medium flex.
Multi-directional float in powder, performance in chop and stability at speed.
The sublimated top sheet features Caleb Overbye’s art work.
The boards are incredibly light.
The board’s Biaxial fiberglass flex helps to reduce their twist.
The boards come with durable sintered bases.
The Base/Top Rubber absorbs shock and reduces vibration.
The boards come with ABS Bustin blue rails.

Photo Credit/Manufacturer Website: wwww.forbiddensnowboards.com

Meathead Films Prime Cut

ortwino — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:36:54 +0000

Meathead Films celebrated their 10th year anniversary by releasing Prime Cut. With backing from the best sponsors, collaboration with the top athletes and filming on some of the most breathe taking locations; Prime Cut promises to be one of the most delicious servings that Meathead has dished up from their kitchen.

Ten Years Cooking Up A Sizzling Film

Prime Cut

Meathead Films has collected the best ski imagery from Canada and the Eastern US to create their sizzling film Prime Cut. Legendary skiers as well as fresh meat joined the team to create “the feast of the decade.”

The movie will nourish viewers with the best backcountry footages of Vermont, Quebec’s Chic Choc Mountains and New Hampshire. Viewers will also be treated to exotic flavors from Hokkaido, Newfoundland and Japan as well as urban terrains in Portland, Quebec, Boston and Meathead’s hometown Burlington, VT.

As the team puts it, “Combining the choicest cuts from the 2011 season with memorable morsels from winters past, Prime Cut is Meathead Films’ most delicious offering ever that will keep you marinating for hours with entertainment.”

A Choice Of The Best Fresh Meat And Legends Make Up The Sizzling Film

Prime Cut

Meathead films worked with a large selection of top athletes including:

Chris Logan
LJ Strenio
Erik Olson
Andy Weis
Andy Parry
Lars Chickering Ayers
VincentGagnier
Ryan Hawks
Antoine Choquette
The Hammer
Rosa Imbrugia
Will Wesson
Radio Ron
Shea Flynn
Jake Doan
And many more top athletes. The film was sponsored by the best sponsors including;
New England’s Subaru
Nokian Tyres
Kombi Gloves
Gore-Tex
Cliff Bar
LINE Skis
K2 Skis
SkiRack.com
Ski The East

The film was written, directed and shot by Meathead’s Geoff McDonald & Chris James. Ben Cormier, Galin Foley, George Watts and Brent Harrewyn provided additional cinematography for the film. Editing was done by Geoff McDonald and the trailer music Rome was provided by Yeasayer.

With regards to the highlights of the film, “Antoine Choquette dominates the East Coast park scene, leaving everyone wondering, “Who the hell is this guy?” and the jump shoot at Killington highlights the up-and-comers. The Gagnier brothers, Charles and Vincent, built high consequence urban features around Quebec that elicited a great response from the premiere night crowd. L.J. Strenio, in his typical whirlwind fashion, closes out the movie with an all-Burlington urban segment. His double-cork 12 over the iconic Whale’s Tales left everyone stoked and cheering for more.”

The Movie’s Premiere And World Tour

Prime Cut Premiere

Meathead Films in collaboration with UVM’s Ski & Snowboard Club and The Main Idea premiered Prime Cut on the 30th of September in Burlington, VT. It was a double premiere with The Main Idea also premiering their debut film Prologue. Prime Cut also made its world wide debut at the International Freeski Film Festival in Quebec, Canada.

The premiere was a night of celebration rather than your normal movie premiere; Meathead Films were reflecting back on their 10 years of existence. Meathead Films co-founder Chris James shared with the crowd that attended the premiere “Grind it out, keep doing what you do, and keep the shred alive.” He further added “having the closing segment be all Burlington urban skiing didn’t hurt either.”

Geoff McDonald said, “It was a great way to celebrate 10 years.” The movie was premiered in UVM just like all other Meathead Productions. McDonald added, “It’s the home grounds of where it all began; it’s always fun to have our first premiere of the year at UVM. This being the one movie that we look back at some of the UVM footage, it was pretty fun to show what kind of people we were in college to the whole college crowd.”

After the premiere, the movie began the Prime Cut tour which will see the movie make over 60 stops through the US and Canada.

Meat Head Official Website/Photo Credit:www.meatheadfilms.com

Voleurz Release ‘That’s Fine’ For Online Viewing

ortwino — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 18:33:46 +0000

If you haven’t watched it yet, you should get online and watch Voleurz hit film ‘That’s Fine.’ The highly anticipated winter sports movie showcases a mix of the best skiing, skateboarding and snowboarding tricks. The movie is simply about friends having fun on the snow; what could be better than that?

Creating Winter Sports Movies Inspired By Good Vibes, Creative Juices And A Little Bit Of Scotch

Voleurz have year after year dropped some of the best winter sports movies which have gone on to win a number of awards and accolades from both winter sports professionals and the fans. Voleurz’s Darren Rayner explained, “Take 20 maniac skiers, snowboarders and skateboarders. Mix them in a crock pot full of good vibes, some creative juices, and a little bit of scotch. And bam, you’ve got a Voleurz movie. That’s Fine.”

Based in Vancouver, the clothing brand has made a name for itself by releasing awe striking winter sports movie over the years. ‘That’s Fine’ is a multi-sports movie which documents the exploits of skiers, skateboarders and snowboarders.

When asked what the highlights of the film were, Rayner added “Witnessing KC Deane send himself off the Mother drop in the Whistler backcountry. Mason, KC, Justin VDP and myself had a 4:30am start at a sled zone near Pemberton, BC. It was a pitch black sled ride up into the mountains, and as we reached our spot, golden light rolled over the peaks. It was on. A few hucks later KC nailed a burly corked 720. We also got to witness Dane Tudor slay a nearby line for the PBP movie, which was the cherry on top. A celebratory breakfast ensued.”

An Award Winning Team Featured In The Award Winning Movie

That's Fine

‘That’s Fine’ features some of the best winter sports professionals in their respective fields. Some of the sports professionals featured in the movie include KC Deane, Max Hill, Tyler Holm, Bill, Justin VDP, Warren Williams, Jake Black, Braden Dean, and Andrew Jackson amongst other professionals.

The movie was released on November 11th and is available online for free viewing. The movie is currently on a global premiere tour set to screen in Canada, UK, US, Spain, Australia, Norway, Germany and France.

Fun Comes With A Few Glitches

Darren Rayner explained that they had quite a few low moments during the shoot. When they were shooting in spring around the Whistler backcountry region, Shayne Zwickel suffered from a failed cliff descent which saw him drop 30 ft down onto an old gigantic tree. Rayner explained, “Luckily we were prepared, with radios, a safety blanket, more than enough people, and all the essentials to keep Shayne stabilized. The heli arrived after a very long 2-hour wait, and they flew Shayne to the ER. Somehow he walked out of the ER the next morning, albeit with soft tissue damage and some serious bruising. We were all expecting much worse.”

The team also had to battle with excessive snow in early 2009 which made it nearly impossible to shoot. “Sleds were constantly getting stuck, and athletes were literally swimming in powder. However, Riley Leboe was able to keep his skis afloat for a few mere seconds and nailed a FREESKIER cover shot during one of these tits deep days, so I guess it’s probably a good thing!” Rayner explained.

What Next For Voleurz?

Asked what they have planned next, Rayner said “Our plan is to produce a really fast paced 25-minute film to be released for free in October. We have some amazing ideas for a webisode series that I’m really stoked to announce. But you’ll have to wait until January to hear more about it all.”

Photo Credit/Voleurs Official Website: www.voleurz.com

The White Rush

ortwino — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 18:19:55 +0000

"The White Rush" is back. The cult ski race comes from the "White Rush" film made in the 30′s in which Arlberg ski legends, Hannes Scheider and Rudy Matt showed their skill.

The white rush - the cult ski race in St. Anton am Arlberg,
photo: Tourist Office St. Anton Tourism

The White Rush – The Toughest "Everyman" Ski Race In The World

First held 12 years ago, the White Rush is considered the toughest "everyman" ski race in the world; held at the end of the season it attracts ski fans from all over the world to St Anton am Arlberg.

Route map of White Rush
Photo: Tourist Office St. Anton Tourism

The Nine Kilometer Cult Ski Race In St. Anton

Any weekend runner who runs a marathon knows, at the very best, he will only be able to do it in around 4 hours. He also knows that he won’t win a marathon with a time like that. Even so, thousands of weekend runners swarm the big city marathons, not to challenge the three African professional runners who have been invited to run – but to face their own inner demons around the 42 kilometer course. Likewise with the White Rush, not every participant will stand a chance of winning, but that is not what this race is about. The White Rush demands everything from every participant – to the very limits of athletic ability. Anyone who reaches the finish line of the White Rush in St Anton am Arlberg, the toughest ski race in the world, is a winner – regardless if he finishes 1st, 10th or 420th- because he has conquered the course and his own fears.

If You Want To Win You Must Beat Local Hero, Paul Schwarzacher

So far, no-one has beaten the record time of 7 minutes, 48 seconds, held by local hero, Paul Schwarzacher. 11 to 18 minutes are good average times. But no record lasts forever, so certainly this year there will be those who will try to end Paul Schwarzacher’s winning streak, so we will see if anyone has what is takes, or if Paul will triumph yet again. One thing is for sure -no matter how the race finishes up, the proud adversaries are happy to be here again. Of course the race promises plenty of excitement for the spectators. Images from the track will be shown on a big screen as well as the exciting start. The race will be broadcast live on www.stantonamarlberg.com.
No ski event without a party!
After the ski race, the heroes of the day will be honored with a ceremony and White Rush party.

Here is a summary of the White Rush cult ski race party events:-

Participants: 500 international skiers, snowboarders and telemark skiers
Entry fee: No late entries allowed
Entry fee: € 30
includes the free Finish pasta party at the finish and
€ 25 for Ski Club Arlberg members (on presentation of membership card, Austria Ski Card )
Distance: Valluga – Valfagehrjoch – Ulmer Hütte – Steißbachtal – Moss – St. Anton, 9 km
Route map: Click on to The White Rush and Interactive Map
Start Groups: alpine skiing, snowboarding, telemark skiing, short skis (100 cm)
Distribution of start numbers:
20th April 2012: 18.00 to 20.00 go to Arlberg-well.com
21st April 2012: 08.30 to 12.00 go to in the Arlberg-well.com
Attention: numbers must be picked up IN PERSON to 12.00 clock, otherwise the starting number will be reassigned. Entry fee is forfeited if your number is not picked up! Only 550 starting places will be awarded.
Pasta Party: Saturday, 21 April 2012, 13.00 clock in Galzig
Start: Saturday, 21 April 2012 at 17.00 pm. Started in blocks. More information available when numbers are distributed. Please note that start times are strictly adhered to.
Note: The organizers of the White Rush notes that due to conditions on the different slopes for the individual starting blocks (obstacles), the winner can only come from the 1st Starting group. 15 wild cards will be given to starters from the 2nd and 3rdgroups. Crucial for a wild card is experience from the previous year and a ski career. Wildcards are only awarded by the OC and cannot be challenged.
Final standings: 18:30
Program: 17.00 Start
19.00 Awards ceremony and "White Rush Party"
Prices: prize money in amount of € 1.900, – to be divided among the winners of the various starting groups. Trophies for the first THREE of the group standings.
Minimum age for "The White Thrill" Participants: 16 years

A Look Back at the White Rush

Children / young people born between 2001 – 1996 are tested at the "Mini White Rush" on moss.
"The White Rush" is part of the "Arlberg Eagle" alpine triathlon. If you want to hold the coveted winner’s trophy in your hands in late summer of 2012, you must be both at the ski race and the half-marathon run on 21 July and the mountain bike marathon on 25 August. More information about the >> Arlberg Eagle

Lech Energy Forum

ortwino — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 22:28:38 +0000

Lech Energy Forum Logo

Patron Energy Forum Lech Energy Commissioner Oettinger Guünther
photo CC license: European Parliament's

The first Lech Energy Forum will be held in Lech, Lech am Arlberg on March 29th and 30th 2012.

The new Energy Forum in Lech, Lech am Arlberg, is of international standing and is held under the auspices of the Energy Commissioner, Guenther H. Oettinger, and run by the Lech local church.

Energy Systems in Europe

Energy is a pre-requisite for life. It is based on wealth, is the source of power and not infrequently, the true reason for wars.

The world’s growing demand for energy provides a further rise in oil and gas prices. The competition for energy from emerging countries likes China, India, Thailand, Malaysia etc, calls into question many concerns about CO2 emissions, global warming and its consequences – not the least of which was the nuclear accident in Japan’s nuclear power plant in Fukushima – as fossil fuels such as oil, coal and natural gas and nuclear fuel (uranium) resources are limited.

The Energy Supply for Europe and the world is changing

Renewable energy on the rise
CCL Photo: Martin A.

There must be an energy transition away from fossil fuels to renewable energy such as: wind energy, hydropower, solar, bio-energy, geothermal, wave energy and other alternative energy sources.

Image #2 Renewable energy on the rise

So far, political discussions on alternative energy production and energy use have been slowed down by the power of global, energy giants and their lobbyists who earn a lot of money by being in control of increasingly scarce supplies of fossil fuels. I have written here a “lot of money” not “good” money, as the money is most definitely not “earned” here.

The “Lech Energy Forum”, an energy forum of international standing lays claim to the European energy debate and will be opinion forming: if we look at what people have actually announced their participation in this energy event, it may be assumed that the Lech Energy Forum will meet the highest of standards.

The following have announced their participation in the “Lech Energy Forum”

Energy Commissioner Günther H. Oettinger
Lidegaard Martin, Minister of Energy of the current EU Presidency country of Denmark
The Austrian Energy Minister Mitterlehner
The Lithuanian Prime Minister Kubilius
Energy ministers from bordering European countries
Governor Mark Wallner of the host region of Vorarlberg
Numerous representatives of major European energy companies
RWE’s supervisory board member, Wolfgang Key
Dick Benschop, Shell
Eldar Saetre, Statoil

In the first Lech Energy Forum will be four sets of questions will be paid special attention:

What is the European energy landscape design in 2030?
How to achieve fair energy prices?
How to get public support for the necessary restructuring of the energy system?
What are the prospects for co-operation with partners beyond European borders?

Videos on renewable energy

20% renewable energy by 2020

Europe Commits to Renewable Energy

Desertec – Power for Europe from Africa | Made in Germany

Questions about his event can be sent by mail to the organizers of the 1st Lech Energy Forum @energy@lech.eu

Longboard Classic Forever

ortwino — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 01:47:01 +0000

Longboard Classic Forever

Stuben am Arlberg celebrates the 13th anniversary of the infamous “the world’s biggest longboard and old-school snowboard” event on the 21st of April 2012.

The number 13 has had many impacts over the history as some consider it lucky while others steer clear from it thinking it’s an omen of evil. And in the case of our event, 13 seems to have a lucky aura this year since the event is gaining prosperity and the participants are rejoicing in a good weather; snow conditions are at their finest while the snowy ground represents a sturdy base for the race.

Longboard Classic Stuben am Arlberg start

Being both old school and unique, The Longboard Classic seems to radiate a positive aura and charm to contestants from all ages and skill level. Here, people came to snowboard and enjoy their day.

The race’s course is thrilling and represents a tactful of challenge for snowboarding enthusiasts. Here how the race goes:

Start: Albona ridge – 2408 meters height.
Route: 1001 meters downwards starting a Le Mans
Finish: village of Stuben

The prize giving event takes place, of course, at the finish line. The prizes categories are:

New school
Old school
Master
Etc.

Snowboard Longboard Classic Stuben am Arlberg

If the participants are in for more thrills, then get to test Freeride equipment and longboard provided by worldwide renowned brands which you can check out @www.longboardclassic.com. Participants shouldn’t worry about being bored since the Kombat DJ Crew will be blazing off stimulating soundtracks during the whole event.

For an easy registration process, head to the website mentioned earlier and fill in the sign up form. Check out the website often to see the participants’ lists.

Things You Might Want To Know:

Event’s Date: 21 April 2012
Location: Stuben/Arlberg (Austria)
Format: Le Mans mass start – Top to Bottom Snowboard / Longboard Race
Categories: Master, Old School, No School, Oldest & Youngest Rider…
Entry fee: Euro 50 (incl. day pass, event t-shirt, lunch and beverage)
Number of spectators: Few – all attendants take part!

Zürs am Arlberg

3 days short vacation in December

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