Throughout history, the possible whereabouts of the fabled Fountain Of Youth has captured the imagination of various scholars, explorers and historians. Despite several obsessive attempts, particularly in the 16th Century, it remains undiscovered.
It’s a shame they couldn’t have just asked Wolle Nyvelt where it is. The Austrian has once again delivered the goods for Absinthe, over ten years since he first started filming for the outfit. His skills on a noboard, combined with the sheer exuberance with which he rides it, would put any younger rider you care to mention to shame. Plus he’s still pretty handy with his feet strapped down, showcasing that effortless style that’s made him such a joy to watch over the last decade.
Meanwhile fellow legend Blair Habenicht gets his fair share of pristine pow, pointing it down a gnarly Alaskan face one minute and chucking tight 720s the next. Experience definitely kicks in when he triggers a monster avalanche at 2.46 – not quite as hairy as the one on our current issue’s cover, but one to avoid nonetheless…
Enjoy this Heavy Mental part for the next 48 hours, then go and get a copy of the film on iTunes!