Wednesday, June 2, 2010

MNSS SNOWBOARDER ANDREAS WIIG TRANSWORLD SNOWBOARDING PRO SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEW ONLINE NOW


The real contest for riders like Andreas Wiig is happening inside their head. And Wiig seems to have mastered his mental game considering his output in the past few seasons. Countless podium finishes and wins at the highest levels of competition, technical spin tricks into Tahoe powder, and amazing video parts. Few riders bring the one-two punch that Wiig delivers while balancing his powder pursuits with the contest circuit. He’s pushed himself, his peers, and even the upcoming generation of shreds to seek higher highs and heavier hammers. To hear his comments on these topics and more click the link to check out Andreas in his Transworld Snowboarding Pro Spotlight interview recently posted online.

Thursday, May 20, 2010

MNSS SKATEBOARDER GREG LUTZKA WINS THE VANS SUN DIEGO PRO/AM SLAM AT MISSION BEACH


The Sports Syndicate’s Greg Lutzka secured the win in the pro division at the Vans Sun Diego Pro/Am Slam. The six-stop event kicked off at Belmont Park in San Diego’s Mission Beach. Lutzka brought his “A” Game to the contest, taking the win in a stacked pro field. Greg’s technical riding and insane arsenal of tricks impressed the judges and fans and garnered him the $6,000 1st Place prize. Next up for Lutzka is the Maloof Money Cup New York City, NY from June 5-6th, followed by the Maloof Money Cup Orange County, CA from August 4th-8th and Rob Dyrdek’s Street League Series on August 28th in Glendale Arizona, September 11th in Ontario, CA and the Championships in Las Vegas, NV on September 25th.

Sunday, May 16, 2010

MNSS SNOWBOARDER ANDREAS WIIG'S FUEL TV THE DAILY HABIT PT. 1



Watch the Part 1 segment of Andreas Wiig's episode from "The Daily Habit" on Fuel TV. Fuel TV hosted Slopestyle master and two time X Games Gold medalist, Andreas Wiig in his return to the Habit. AndreasWiig.com will now host a 3 Part series of the episode. For Part 1 see footage from this past season plus hear Andreas talk about his injury status and plans for the summer. Check back next week for Part 2 of Fuel TV's "The Daily Habit" episode.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

MNSS SNOWBOARDER ANDREAS WIIG ON FUEL TV'S "THE DAILY HABIT"


Fuel TV will be hosting Slopestyle master and two time X Games Gold medalist, Andreas Wiig as he returns to the Habit. Airing Friday, April 30 at 9:00 pm Eastern Time (6:00 pm Pacific Time) and telecast three additional times, Andreas Wiig will re-appear on “The Daily Habit” throughout the week along with comedian Brian Posehn from the Sarah Silverman Program. For more information visit www.fuel.tv/TheDailyHabit

MNSS RACER RYAN VILLOPOTO SUFFERS SX SEASON INJURY AT ST. LOUIS

Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Ryan Villopoto is recovering after a successful initial surgery to ’set and stabilize’ his broken right leg and a second additional surgery once the swelling subsided. The unfortunate injury occurred when Villopoto crashed while leading the St. Louis supercross event. “This is heartbreaking for both Ryan and the team,” said Monster Energy Kawasaki Team Manager Mike Fisher. “RV was going for the championship and riding really well. It’s a shame this happened because Ryan has shown so much resilience this season while trying to attain his first supercross championship. I know Ryan will do everything he can to get back as soon as possible." Ryan wants to thank all his fans for their thoughts, prayers, and support during this tough time.

MNSS FMX RIDER ANDRE VILLA WINS RED BULL X FIGHTERS IN MEXICO CITY


Norway’s Andre Villa pulled off a surprise win at the first stop of the Red Bull X-Fighters World Tour 2010 in Mexico City. With the main event forced to be abandoned due to extreme weather conditions, the Norwegian used his win in Qualifying to claim victory in the city’s Plaza de Toros Monumental. This was Villa's first win in major competition. “I have trained hard my whole life and made so many sacrifices for this,” explained the delighted 27-year-old. In just a few weeks time, on May 14, the Red Bull X-Fighters will get their chance for revenge at the second World Tour stop directly in front of the world-famous Sphinx in Giza, Egypt. Further stops in Moscow, Madrid, London and Rome complete the World Tour 2010.

Sunday, April 11, 2010

MNSS RACER RYAN VILLOPOTO WINS HIS SEVENTH 2010 SUPERCROSS IN HOUSTON


Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Ryan Villopoto won his seventh AMA Supercross class race of the year. Villopoto grabbed a great drive out of the gate in the premier class main event to take the Spike Holeshot Award. As Villopoto quickly gapped the field, several heated battles ensued behind him. “I think this is my first actual holeshot of year,” said Villopoto. “It’s always great to get. I’ve definitely struggled in practice this season. I don’t know why but I turn it around come race time. It bums me out when I look at the board in practice and I’m not on it but at end of the night it’s awesome to lead all 20 laps and come out with a win. And tonight I was able to gain a lot of points.” Villopoto gained nine points on his championship rival with as the season heads into the final four, and currently sits just 12 points out of the lead. The 2010 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season continues next weekend from St. Louis, Mo., at the Edward Jones Dome.