A column written by Gian, a photographer living in Hokkaido.This time, we will deliver the first shots of shooting such as Shuhei Sato (SIMS) and Keisuke Yoshida (SALOMON).The ski resorts in Honshu are also in good condition.Let's enjoy our season
The first snow is earlier than usual, and it is around this time that everyone in the country who enjoys the snowy mountain has finished their first slide.In Hokkaido, where he lives, the snowfall is quicker than usual and the ski resort opens earlier than usual. He will make his first ski in natural snow in early November, and in the latter half of November, he wants to finish the skiing and issue one to the mountains.When I was thinking that I started walking, I got a phone call!Keisuke Yoshida of Salomon, who also tripped to Alaska last year, mainly in the Asahikawa backcountry, contacted me.
"Hello, Gian hasn't been in a long time-is it slipping?"
"It's been a long time! I've been to the local slopes several times and climbed the hill with a snowboard."
The call always starts from Vibes Check.
"Tomorrow, the weather looks good, so I'm going to see Kamif (Kamifurano) with Shuhei, but why don't you go?"
With two replies, "OK! I'm looking forward to it!" And prepare for the departure tomorrow morning.Hours of driving from early morning to the mountains is a daily occurrence during the season, but this time of year makes me feel better.However, even though I was caught in a trap such as a highway closure due to snow removal and a road closure during the winter, this feeling for the first time in a while is irresistible.
While doing so, I noticed that I was near the place where I would meet.When I thought that the weather was perfect, I was excited to see Mt. Bokkoshi in the back of the road.From the beginning of the climb, I had a feeling of The day.
When Keisuke and Shuhei arrive at the meeting place a little later, they are about to finish their preparations.Even during the preparation, I started packing while having a conversation with "It's been a while since I felt this feeling".The hike-up after a long time mercilessly attacks me who lives a life drinking in the summer. Is it possible to get out of the bath after walking for 30 minutes?I regret the summer's unhealthy life after being attacked by sweat hell.
Keisuke and Shuhei move forward lightly.Today's destination is to play in a swamp that is filled with snow in the high season.The expression of the mountain changes depending on the time and environment, such as the amount of snowfall, the way the wind blows, and the tree falling down in the tree.I think one of the attractions of BC is to enjoy the mountains at that time.
On the way, take a break, replenish action food and water, and prepare for walking. You can hit the pecan firmly for the first shot, and the location during the break is perfect.That alone stimulates the motivation to slip.
While climbing, I found a good-looking slope, and Keisuke said, "Isn't it possible to take good pictures because the atmosphere is good around here?"After checking the time, Keisuke immediately started climbing, "Would you like to try one shot!", And when the preparations were completed, the voice "How about?" Look through the viewfinder, "OK!"It starts to slide from the top with "Drop!".
In the best location and weather in front of you, Keisuke decides a pleasant turn that does not make you feel the beginning of the season.
A smile spills, "It was snowy."
Climb back a little from there, then Shuhei prepares.Shuhei drops the swamp next to the swamp that was about to slip.Waist pow I couldn't do the jump I was aiming for because I couldn't get the speed I wanted, but I sprayed it up and slid down with a comfortable heel turn.
As the warm-up begins to climb back to some extent, clouds gradually begin to hang over the sun.
By the time it started to slide, the sun was completely hidden in the clouds, making it difficult to see the expression of the mountain both when sliding and taking pictures.
Even so, I can't go down from the mountain without slipping, so I drop in.This swamp is also a waist pow.I can't get enough speed.When she slides on the fluffy powder, she naturally smiles.Keisuke waving over here while slipping.looks fun.
Shuhei hits the toe turn coolly.I stopped halfway and let me go to the first place from the middle, saying "Gian is also smooth!", And the session was over with a treat of Hokkaido's special product, fluffy powder.
Postscript
On this day, my New Board was hospitalized in the tune-up shop as it was after slamming the sole with rocks.Even in Hokkaido, where the season has just begun, there are many cases where you will hit trees and rocks that are still lurking under the snow, so let's enjoy the powder with caution.
