Source from Kevin Kruse

February 11, 2009

For 24 years, the Mt. Baker Banked Slalom has been one of the most legendary races known to anyone who has ever strapped a snowboard to their feet. Its no X Games, World Cup, or U.S. Open, but to most athletes competing, it's so much more. Just look at some of the past winners - Tom Sims, Craig Kelly, Shaun Palmer, Terje - the list goes on. This year the "Battle Royale" continued between SCOTT rider Graham Watanabe and his arch rival Nate Holland.


Graham Watanabe at the Banked

All season long it has been 1 - 2 for Holland and Graham and once again Graham slid into the number 2 spot. Congrats Graham, we look forward to watching the rivalry continue.


Graham on his way to second