Craig McCallion's blog

After winning Dust of the Rust Rail Jam for the third straight year, Alastair decided to bring his skills to the streets and this is what he captured so far (Alastair's part starts at 0:48).

We are proud to announce the addition of Charlie Sirois to our snowboard team.

Watch him test out his own private backyard snowboard park or check out his full bio by clicking here.

No more indoor skate park in Ottawa, then go snow skating! The Artec Snowskate is a ton of fun whether you are goofing around in your backyard or tearing it up in park.

We are stoked to add 32 Snowboard Boots to our already stellar line up of boots.

Come in and check out the super popular Lashed boot in the signature Jon Kooley colourway, this boot is amazing.

While your here try on the K2 Darko boot featuring the boa conda system that is sure to keep your ankle locked in or try on the Celsius Cirrus boot for the ultimate in comfort.

Whether you are riding park or just cruising around these are three boots are sure to keep you on the hill with style and comfort.

After years of praise for being one of the best rail riders in the world, Montreal's own Yan Dofin launches Republic Snowboards. Built right here in Canada, Republic Snowboards are sure to make some noise in the snowboard scene. Stop by the shop and check out the line; The Caps inspired by Max Legend and Yan Dofin, The G-Path and the limited addition Hangover.

Dear Santa,

How are things in the North Pole? Is there any snow there? There is no snow here in Ottawa and its making me sad :(

I have been really good this year and was hoping that I could get the following items for Christmas:

1. Snow

2. Raised by Wolves logo snapback hat

3. TB 20 snowboarding DVD

4. Matix Lucci shirt

5. Coal Frena hat

6. Ashbury Kaliedescope goggles (doesn't matter what colour, they are all nice)

7. WeSc Kiefer Sweater

Thanks, Santa, for bringing me great gifts from Slaysh every year!

Best Wishes,

Craig

Check out the new line of K2 bindings including the new COMPANY; it features a canted foot bed and harshmellow padding to save your knees when sending it.

The first big snowboard contest of the season is happening this Saturday night just down the street from us at The Clocktower Brew Pub. Come join us as we cheer on Slaysh team riders Andy Marr, Alastair Spriggs and Zenon Krupa compete for cash and prizes.

For more details check out the event on Facebook.

A few weeks ago the Slaysh crew decided to brave the cold temperatures and fog for one last day of wakeboarding.

Check out the action!

With the winter just around the corner, team rider Andy Marr has already started snowboarding.

Even with record high temperatures Andy has been scouring local hockey arenas in search of snow.