As the 2018 Winter Olympics charge ahead with intense competition, looking back at the US’s current medal count is certainely exciting for the snowboard community. Of our 6 gold medals so far, 4 of those have been won by some incredibly talented snowboarders. It’s no surprise that these amazing athletes are riding the best gear in the industry, and we at Salty Peaks are proud to carry such awesome products from brands like Gnu and Burton that are truly progressing snowboarding in the right direction.
The first gold for the US was an amazing one by the young buck and now hero of snowboarding Red Gerard after over sleeping and misplacing his jacket. This seemingly average 17-year old gave us a nail biting ride as he didn’t reach first place until his final run, causing everyone here at the shop and in snowboarding as a whole to collectively lose it with excitement.
This run was golden! 17-year-old Red Gerard gave Team USA its first gold medal of 2018. #WinterOlympics #BestOfUS https://t.co/a8E2Sv9O2T pic.twitter.com/XZZk0PCVqm
— NBC Olympics (@NBCOlympics) February 11, 2018
Red’s Sponsors: Burton / Von Zipper / Stance / Protec
Following up Red’s win was Jamie Anderson, one of the most decorated contest winners in snowboarding as we speak. Despite less than ideal conditions (that frankly no one should be forced to snowboard in), Jamie was still able to put down an inspiring run to earn the gold.
This is how Jamie Anderson took gold at the 2018 Winter Olympics. https://t.co/E4QPPV5CjL
— TransWorld SNOWboard (@TWSNOW) February 17, 2018
Jamie Anderson’s Sponsors: Gnu, Oakley, GoPro, Dakine
Similar to Red, another 17-year old prodigy, Chloe Kim, brought home the third gold of the games in the Women’s Halfpipe event. Chloe is an absolute powerhouse in the pipe and put down the most progressive and impressive run I’ve had the pleasure of seeing.
GOLD for Chloe Kim! The 17-year-old has done it for Team USA in the women’s snowboard halfpipe! #BestOfUS #WinterOlympics https://t.co/D65Nuoyydu pic.twitter.com/PtMvQ45SLh
— NBC Olympics (@NBCOlympics) February 13, 2018
Chloe Kim’s Sponsor’s: Burton / Oakley
Last but certainly not the least, Shaun White once again did what he does best, which is winning. The fourth and final snowboard gold came from Mr. White’s mind blowing performance in the Men’s Halfpipe contest
REDEMPTION FOR SHAUN WHITE!
HE WINS GOLD on his final run in men’s snowboard halfpipe! #BestOfUS #WinterOlympics https://t.co/E1XuTKbGvd pic.twitter.com/b4Yn2jVVGN
— NBC Olympics (@NBCOlympics) February 14, 2018
Shaun White’s Sponsor’s: Burton
The next event you’re not going to want to miss is the Women’s Snowboard Big Air Finals going down Thursday, Feb. 22nd at 7:30 ET (5:30 MST) where we’re sure to watch either Jamie Anderson or Julie Marino take the top spot for the US once again!
