On the Couch continues with an inspirational interview with legendary skier Oakley’s Seth Morrison. In this episode Todd Jones and Seth Morrison sit down to discuss his progression into the sport in part one of this double episode. Check back soon for part two with Seth Morrison.

Oakley’s Elvis Eidsvold Harsheim from Norway won the Glacier 3000 Invitational, one of the first freeskier competitions of this winter season. Oakley’s Phil Casabon placed second and Oakley’s Kim Boberg took third. The third edition of the Invitational at Glacier 3000, the only glacier skiing area in the Bernese Oberland, was a successful event for spectators as well.

The best freeskiers competed on the Big-Line at the Glacier 3000 Snowpark. 22 riders came from 6 different countries and among them were 11 from Switzerland. The competition gave participants a chance to personally assess their current skill level. They fought hard and demonstrated their wide range of abilities.

Oakley’s Sammy Carlson, Jacob Wester, Oscar Sherlin and Henrik Harlaut are among the invited riders confirmed to participate in the Peak Performance King of Style. This is the grand prix of big air contests and attracts an audience from all over the world. Last year 24 of the world’s best skiers went against each other in front of a crowd that reached 22,000.

Oakley’s Dana Flahr is featured in On The Couch. Josh Nielsen and Dana Flahr kick back in part one to discuss Dana’s upbringing in BC, the importance of free skiing, and much more. Stay tuned for On the Couch with Dana Flahr Part 2.

The 24-day, 1,200 mile Pacific Coast “Cycle for a Cause” charity ride finished in San Diego last Monday, raising more the and $10,000 for for fallen and injured individuals in the freeskiing community.