The Uninvited Japan Open 2026 debuted at NEKOMA Mountain in Fukushima, highlighting the technical progression and style of Japanese women’s snowboarding. See the full results, best trick, rookie award, and event recap from this milestone stop.
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THE X GAMES DRAFT: WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, AND WHY
The X Games Draft is a month away so we thought we'd ask the important questions before we enter into the dawn of a new era in snowboarding.
IT’S AN EL NIÑO YEAR. DOES THAT ACTUALLY MEAN WE’LL SEE MORE SNOW?
An El Niño winter is coming—but does that actually mean more snow? We break down what warmer Pacific waters could mean for snowfall, temperatures, and the winter ahead.
Drop-Ed—Freeride is in the Olympics: Will they miss the best riders
Freeride is officially part of the 2030 Olympics, but some worry the best riders might be left behind. Read the latest on what we know and don't know about this historic descision.
TUMBLE 4 YA—A CHAT WITH THE CAST
We caught up with some of the cast of SEEN Snowboarding's latest offering to talk about being in such a community-focused project, and how they feel about SEEN's presence in snowboarding as a whole.
Drop-Ed—Are we losing summer snowboarding?
With temps rising and glaciers melting two questions have emerged: Are we losing summer snowboarding? And what will be lose if we do?
The Snow League Season Two—An Update With Shaun White
We called up The Snow League's founder, and legendary snowboarder, Shaun White to get some intel on how this new season, including new stops and formats, will work.
DOUBLE CORK 1080: A CHAT WITH LANE WEAVER
Maybe you've seen the clips already, they've been going viral for some time. But do you know the man behind the account? Check out our interview with Lane Weaver a.k.a Double Cork 1080
2026 RALLY FOR ROCKER RECAP
The 2026 Rally For Rocker went off! Danny Davis, Max Warbington, Sumner Orr, and more send it in the Sierra!
Rider of the Year: A Forest Bailey Check In
Forest had a hell of a year last year, closing out Atlas 2 (our Short Video of the Year) with a part that won him both Footage and Rider of the Year. We figured it was time for a check in to see what he's been up to since
Inside Escape Closing Cup 2026 — Interview & Full Video Recap
The Escape Closing Cup has quickly become one of snowboarding’s most talked-about end-of-season events. If you’ve seen the clips and wondered what it actually is, hear directly from the crew behind it and get the full breakdown.
Rookie of the Year: Livia Tannò at The Uninvited
Livia Tannò took home our Rookie of the Year award right before she stepped up to take third at this year's Uninvited Invitational. Not a bad week. Needless to say, we had a few questions to ask her.
The Uninvited—Snowboarding’s New Front Door
At the 2026 Uninvited Invitational at Woodward Park City, the contest further cemented its role as snowboarding’s premier proving ground for emerging talent. Finals day showcased a wave of rookies who announced themselves without hesitation.
RED BULL FEATURES CUP — VIDEO RECAP AND RESULTS
The first-ever Red Bull Features Cup went down in Norway, and we were there for all of the action. Check out the recap and see the mischief for yourself. Team Leaders Luke Winkelmann, Cool Wakushima, & Marcus Kleveland assembled their crews and battled it out. See here for results.
First-ish Check in With Ellery Manning — Welcome to Nidecker
Ellery Manning checks in mid-season after joining Nidecker, talking Japan, progression, and what’s next in a year full of firsts.
The Storm and the Spectacle—Snow League in LAAX
The Snow League finals at LAAX may have been cut short, but the spectacle of it all was anything but incomplete. Read our Snow League recap from the final stop of Season One.
NST in REVELSTOKE: A CHAT WITH ZOI AND NILS
Zoi and Nils took home the top spots at NST this year, we caught up with them right after the event for a few questions.
ONCE AGAIN, THE OLYMPICS AND THE UNCOMFORTABLE CONVERSATION ABOUT JUDGING
A breakdown of Olympic snowboard slopestyle judging, scoring criteria, and controversy at the Winter Olympics. From debated runs to course design and the FIS PAVED system, here’s why snowboarders are once again questioning the scores.
The Uninvited Japan Open Arrived & Delivered — 2026 Recap & Results
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THE X GAMES DRAFT: WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, AND WHY
The X Games Draft is a month away so we thought we'd ask the important questions before we enter into the dawn of a new era in snowboarding.
IT’S AN EL NIÑO YEAR. DOES THAT ACTUALLY MEAN WE’LL SEE MORE SNOW?
An El Niño winter is coming—but does that actually mean more snow? We break down what warmer Pacific waters could mean for snowfall, temperatures, and the winter ahead.
Drop-Ed—Freeride is in the Olympics: Will they miss the best riders
Freeride is officially part of the 2030 Olympics, but some worry the best riders might be left behind. Read the latest on what we know and don't know about this historic descision.
TUMBLE 4 YA—A CHAT WITH THE CAST
We caught up with some of the cast of SEEN Snowboarding's latest offering to talk about being in such a community-focused project, and how they feel about SEEN's presence in snowboarding as a whole.
Drop-Ed—Are we losing summer snowboarding?
With temps rising and glaciers melting two questions have emerged: Are we losing summer snowboarding? And what will be lose if we do?
The Snow League Season Two—An Update With Shaun White
We called up The Snow League's founder, and legendary snowboarder, Shaun White to get some intel on how this new season, including new stops and formats, will work.
DOUBLE CORK 1080: A CHAT WITH LANE WEAVER
Maybe you've seen the clips already, they've been going viral for some time. But do you know the man behind the account? Check out our interview with Lane Weaver a.k.a Double Cork 1080
2026 RALLY FOR ROCKER RECAP
The 2026 Rally For Rocker went off! Danny Davis, Max Warbington, Sumner Orr, and more send it in the Sierra!