As we welcome 2017, while various media outlets are busy summarizing 2016, the well-known snowboarding media Whitelines Snowboarding brings us the top 10 snowboarding tricks of 2016.

No.10 Eiki Helgason – 5050

The 5050 trick is no longer a high-difficulty move, yet Eiki Helgason challenged himself on a long handrail. Maintaining balance all the way through is essential. Achieving this without mistakes is not only a test of courage but also a measure of skill proficiency. Eiki demonstrates how to play in the street park.

No.9 Scott Stevens – Natas Spin

Every time I see Scott’s videos, it always gives me a sense of worship. The series of novel tricks leave everyone impressed. From the snowboarding film “Stronger”, Scott shows us how to play on the rail.

No.8 Bode Merrill – Fastplant Frontflip

Double Cork is no longer a new trick, but being able to combine it with other moves showcases the rider’s personal skills. Snowboarding emphasizes freedom and spontaneity, using everything around to conquer it.

No.7 Halldor Helgason – 5050 To Hardway

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As a brother of Eiki, Halldor has always grown in his shadow. This time, he proves his abilities to the world through his actions. Without absolute confidence and solid foundation, completing this trick is utterly impossible.

No.6 Sami Luhtanen – Water Slide Transfer

It looks like a simple slide, but if you also need to consider the characteristics of the pipe and the balance of the slide, you will realize that this is not something everyone can do.

No.5 Torstein Horgmo – Backside 540 Tailgrab

The great “Good Dog Hair” has rarely appeared in the media lately, but when you see him in the Shredbots film, you will find that Torstein has not regressed.

No.4 Jesse Paul – 360 Swivel

Another rail trick haha regardless of where you are, the rail is one of the favorite props for snowboarders. Jesse Paul incorporates a 360 spin into his slide, fully expressing the spirit of snowboarding.

No.3 Ulrik Badertscher – Double Backside

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When mentioning Double Rodeo, this trick is not unfamiliar, Max Parrot has successfully performed it before. However, Ulrik was the first to execute it during the Laax Open Slopestyle competition at the beginning of the year.

No.2 Markus Kleveland – Backside 540 Shifty

When it comes to the Beijing stop of the FIS Snowboard World Cup, everyone can surely recall the wonderful performances of top riders in the Bird’s Nest in November. However, the continuous Triple Corks inevitably made the competition less enjoyable, although this trick may not necessarily score high, it is definitely the most technically challenging.

No.1 Christian Haller – Backside Air

The Suzuki Nine Knights competition is known as one of the most exciting competitions of the snow season every year. The height of 11.3 meters is enough to make many riders hesitate. Christian Haller easily surpasses this with his exceptional skills. If the GIFs are not enough for you, the video below will give you a detailed showcase of the top 10 snowboarding tricks of 2016!

The article material is sourced from the WeChat public account “Snow Time Network”