Mt. Baker - In continuing funny feelings LLC's commitment to clean, progressive aesthetics, we are pleased to introduce frequency TSJ's new Designer, Jessie Carlson. With her recent BFA in graphic design, tenure as a previous frequency TSJ intern, and an intuitive sense of what we do around here, Jessie is proving to be a perfect addition. She and her shepherd/husky mix Koda work with Jessie Lu Design to keep things correct upstairs in the art dept. Jessie Carlson is a charger who leaves the boys staring at her dust -- both on the single track and on the hill.

With two passports, one graduate degree and a deep stoke for the mountains, frequency TSJ is equally pleased to announce the addition of Colin Wiseman as Senior Editor. Working with our publisher, Jeff Galbraith, to establish editorial and continue frequency TSJ's reputation as snowboarding's true voice, Colin brings smarts, drive, and a real understanding of snowboarding's roots and future. With personal travel from New Zealand to South America and a shred tutelage in the Canadian Coast Mountain range, Colin is definitely down for the rad. He is in Argentina getting it on our behalf right now.

Freq Week dates just announced: March 16-19 at Baldface Lodge. Book now for the best powder cat boarding in North America .

Iron Maiden is one of the few bands that speaks to many generations. The voice is heavy metal.

When I told my dad I was going to Iron Maiden, his first reaction was "weren't those guys playing in the 80's?" Well they were. But these guys still rock like they're in their 20's. And they proved it this Monday at the White River Amphitheater. The venue is a fairly nice mid sized theater which holds roughly 20,000 people. The one draw back is that the venue is a half hour from Seattle and has neither camping or lodging near by. This is where K2 came into play as the mighty folks from Seattle, based on the huge number of Maiden fans in their office, rented a school bus for transportation. Yes...a school bus-with a banquet permit (aka you can drink on the bus) and a bus driver with a nickname of ‘Metal', the "K2 bus" left K2 headquarters and arrived at the venue in just over 2hrs with only a single hectic restroom stop.

Once darkness fell, Maiden took the stage, playing galloping song after song in true Maiden fashion. If I hadn't known better I could have sworn that this was just a recording from there greatest hits album. Flashing the freq badge I smooth talked myself into the "photo" section and the rest is like a dream. I was literally 5 feet away from Dave Murray for most of the never-ending set. They played all the classics like The Trooper and Run to the Hills, complete with over the top stage antics and a giant Eddie doll. Leaving the show, I was in awe of what I witnessed and I jumped straight back into the party bus and, beer in hand, headed for home.

Thanks Eric Newgard at K2 for making it happen. You rule.

Check the vid short from Think Thank, starring Chris Beresford. Stack Footy dropping this fall.

Mt. Baker, WA - You thought it was over? Think again. With several feet of fresh these last few weeks, lifts running well into May, no crowds, full snowpack, and tons of daylight, frequency TSJ #6.3 drops just in time for those who ride beyond December. From Snowbird to A-Basin, to Whistler, to Tuckerman's to Alpental: snowboarding continues in full force, and South America/New Zealand deep pow sessions are just around the corner.

With the stellar photography and strong writing that frequency TSJ readers have grown to expect, #6.3 features an amazing piece with freestyle legend Jeff Brushie by one of Snowboarder's former editors Joel Muzzey, as well as photos from Bud Fawcett, Trevor Graves and others. From humble beginnings in New England to practically writing the book on modern halfpipe riding, Brushie reflects on his career, accomplishments and future. Senior Editor Colin Wiseman takes on the issue of snowboarding's cost barriers and accessibility with a compelling case for municipal snowboard parks a la skateboard parks. With a lot of kids in snow-bound cities who can't yet afford $80 tickets, is it time we bring the hill to them? Mammoth native son and wunderkind Eric Jackson sits down with Senior Editor John Laing to talk about his rise through the ranks, escaping the contest circuit, and getting kicked off helicopters. China has, until now, largely been a presence in snowboarding mainly via manufacturing the gear and clothing we all utilize, contributor Lorenz Holden and Mr. Wiseman however, break down this emerging shred scene and take a look at a potential massive resort explosion. As if this all isn't enough, premier photog Adam Clark takes us on an incredible tour of his photography throughout the years with his Gallerie section. Via gut-sucking descents by Jeremy Jones, Ash Christiansen, and amazing landscapes, Adam reminds us how truly incredible it all can be.

Snowboarding: It's not just for Christmas anymore.

We are pleased to announce a very special and very limited collaboration between our family and our textile friends at Spacecraft. To celebrate Spacecraft's Stefan Hofmann Gallerie in the latest issue (#6.2), we are stoked to release the iFreq hat, featuring a custom cut-and-sew patch with the double-peak and classic snowcat logos, and your professed adoration of both. The iFreq is not available for individual sale, less than 150 were produced and will not be re-issued.

Stand out from the mall-boarder herd get (or give) your two-year sub, hardbound Photobook and limited-editon iFreq headgear today. Current subscribers are welcome to extend their subscription and take advantage of this package. Order before December 21st for Christmas Delivery. Click this link for the special offer HERE