HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAKE WELCH

No "insane party shot" here. Although the day was spent with close friends and comrades, Jacob here hardly had a party to celebrate his 22nd birthday. With friends and family miles away, he escaped for a few minutes to filter through some calls, before heading back out to work. Forum would like to wish you a happy one Jake. Keep it up.

BEHIND THE SCENES 2009 WITH IAN RUHTER

Some behind the scenes photos courtesy of Forum Staff Photographer, Ian Ruhter. Ian's been so busy traveling with the team and getting Grade A photos, that it's hard to catch up to get an update. When the emails aren't coming from him, it's safe to say we can find out what his deal is right here.

FORUM WELCOMES BARACK OBAMA TO THE PRO TEAM

Well, not really. But in honor of his recent inauguration, we present you with this little nugget of patriotism.

WHAT'S REALLY GOING ON RIGHT NOW?

Forum Filmer/Editor Extraordinaire, Jeremy Pettit, was kind enough to take this desktop screen-grab of several of the clips he's recently filmed on a recent team trip. Yes, a team trip that involved filming. What could that possibly mean?

SNOWBOARDER MAGAZINE - MARCH 09

Here is some recent media coverage from the March 2009 issue of Snowboarder Magazine. Highlights include Jake Blauvelt (4) and Pat Moore (8) making it into the Top 10 Riders of the Year, Peter Line's award for Comeback of the Year, and his Colon

FORUM x THE HUNDREDS COLLAB IN FEBRUARY ISSUE OF MAXIM

Looks like the folks over at Maxim Magazine are backing The Hundred's collaboration with Forum. We suggest doing a bit more than hanging it on your wall, but whatever floats your boat.

NIKO CIOFFI - WORDS OF WISDOM

On Joni's driving skills during his first rail trip...

"So far this has been the best little time of my life...and you just sliding the truck down those last two streets just added to it."

GREG BRETZ - WORDS OF WISDOM

"My arm doesn't move and I can't even tie my own boots. It's awesome. I'm not allowed to fall."
-Greg Bretz on his recently broken arm and upcoming X-Games strategy

ONBOARD MAGAZINE - JANUARY 09

Recent editorial coverage from Onboard Magazine. Highlights include a Lucky 13 with Stevie Bell, and a ten page story rail story in Moscow with Forum Euros, Ethan Morgan, Gerben Vereij, and Simon Gruber.

BEHIND THE SCENES 2009 WITH JONI MALMI

Here is a view of the world from Finland's Finest, Joni Malmi. These photos came from a recent urban trip, straight from Joni's point-and-click. Enjoy these non-revealing pics for now, as the bangers will surely be documented in the not so distant future.

JAN SCHERER TAKES 2ND AT EUROPEAN OPEN

European mini-ripper, Jan Scherer, put together a solid run in the European Open "Trick Ditch" and pulled a second place finish in the Mens 14 and under division. Congratulations Jan, first round's on us...get back to you in a few years bro!

The Forum Team is at it again, on the road, filming for the next video project. Below are some behind the scenes shots of the crew, courtesy of Forum Staff Photographer, Tim Peare.

JOHN JACKSON INTERVIEW IN FEBRUARY 2009 ISSUE OF TRANSWORLD SNOWBOARDING

Media coverage from the February 2009 issue of Transworld Snowboarding. Highlights include a John Jackson interview, Proform with Stevie Bell, and a Check Out with Daniel Ek.

JOHN JACKSON ON THE COVER OF SNOWBOARD MAGAZINE

Here is media coverage from the January 2009 issue of Snowboard Magazine. Highlights include a cover shot and short write-up from John Jackson, along with a gallery shot of Joni Malmi.

MOORE ONLINE PAT INTERVIEWS

Pat Moore is all over the place these days and everyone is picking his brain. Here are the latest online nuggets from High Snobiety and ESPN for your viewing pleasure.

HEINE SNOW TOOLS PRODUCES 40 MPH WINCH

Legendary park tool builder / Forum Staff Filmer, Kurt Heine, has recently developed an urban tow-in winch capable of speeds up to 40mph. Eddie Wall dropped in on the bad boy pictured below, and will be using this piece of artillery with the rest of the Forum team on urban street assaults all season long. Want to pick up one of your own, or see else Kurt's offering up? Click the link above or the picture below.

PAT MOORE - GUEST EDITOR IN EAST COAST SNOWBOARDING

With such deep roots stemming from New Hampshire, East Coast Snowboarding decided that Pat would be the perfect pick for guest editor of their magazine. We couldn't agree M00RE. Go pick up a free copy in your favorite East Coast based shop, or just check out some of these digital highlights below.

SNOWBOARDER MAGAZINE - FEBRUARY 09

Here is some recent coverage from the February 2009 issue of Snowboarder Magazine. Included in this issue are shots from Pat Moore, Peter Line's Colon, and Nic Sauve's Forum Ad.

2010 PAT MOORE PRO PREVIEW

Some might think it's a bit early to start thinking about next year's product, but Transworld just leaked this photo, along with a few others, of Pat and his 2010 Promodel. Thought his Slayer graphic was gnarly? Well, how 'bout this new piece?