EB Freeski Team - Dave Houghton
Name: Dave Houghton
Age: 23 [Nov' 06]
Years riding: 12
Sponsors: Anon, R.E.D protection, Avalaan, Ignite, Ellis Brigham, Nokia N-Gage, Dakine.
Winter home: Morzine
Summer home: Cirencester
First skiing experience – Being frightened of the button lift. I refused to ride them so I stormed off in a huff!
Favourite ski experience – There was one day where a mate and I, who happens to be a photographer. It was blue skies, perfect snow and we found so many cliffs with amazing landings to hit. A perfect day!
Notable achievements in skiing – I was pleased with my 4th in the British Championships Halfpipe because I had never entered a halfpipe competition before and I now know that if I practise Halfpipe I can create a better chance for myself next time.
Who do you admire in skiing – Candide & Jon Olsson, I just think they are the only skiers that make it look completely effortless.
Funniest thing seen on snow – My brother making his first attempt on a rail. He had a comedy stack! Fair play though, he got it shortly after.
If I weren’t skiing, I’d be … A Formula One driver.
Favourite ski movie – Ski Porn (Poor Boyz Productions)
Skis – Movement Kama Sutras
Boots – Atomic
Bindings – Movement Kama Sutra poles
Binding mounting point – Central
Outerwear – AVALAAN Sumo Suit
Goggles – ANON Realms - Snakeskin
Poles – Movement Kama Sutras
Helmet – R.E.D Trace Helmet
