Winter Dew Tour at Killington is a Wrap
by Pete Biolsi [January 30, 2012]
Pro skiers and riders from around the globe descended on the slopes of Killington, Vt. to put on an epic show for Dew Tour fans. The four-day event was filled with fresh snow, top-level competition and a handful of personal and Dew Tour bests.
Iouri Podladtchikov picked up his first Winter Dew Tour win when he ousted reigning champ Louie Vito for the top seat. I-Pod, who was trailing Vito in points, blasted into the pipe with an assortment of big, stylish 1080s to score a 96.75. Vito had a chance to match and came close, upping his score from a 94.75 to a 95.25, but it proved to fall short. I-Pod now holds a two point lead in the chase for the Dew Cup.
Eric Willett blew away the competition with a stellar run in men's slopestyle, despite the variable conditions while light snow coate..... [read more]
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