Alaska Backcountry Guides, finds the best snow for red bull Illume victory
Red Bull Illume has announced Eric Jackson and Colin Wiseman as the winners of “Best Mountain Photo” at this year’s contest. This photo was taken in Valdez and guided by Alaska Backcountry Guides. Weather is not always perfect in Alaska, but having guides with a deep and intimate knowledge of the mountain range makes all the difference. Congratulations to Eric & Colin for taking home the win!
“A heavy crew including riders Austen Sweetin, Robin Van Gyn, Jamie Anderson and Eric Jackson arrived in Valdez, Alaska, in early April of 2021 with high hopes. But just before we got there, a windstorm hammered the Chugach Mountains, making it difficult to find good snow in steeper terrain. With the help of guides Justin Befu and Travis Elquist, we were able to tap into a couple protected zones on our first fly day, including this late afternoon spot.” - Red Bull Illume
Snowboarding royalty paid a visit to ABG in 2021…
Left to Right: Jamie Anderson, Eric Jackson, Robin Van Gyn, & Austen Sweetin
