US Open '09 Recap

This past week in Stratton, VT was Burton's US Open. A week-long snowboarding event that brings people from both coasts and foreign countries together once a year. It was a good time to see old friends, make new friends and as usual, it was a constant party. RJD2 performed Friday night after the quarter pipe finals and Santogold killed it on Saturday after the half pipe!
On Saturday, March 21 Danny Kass took home his 5th US Open Halfpipe title and Torah Bright earned her third. Sunday held the slopestyle competition, Chas Guldemond (USA) and Kjersti Oestgaard Buaas (NOR) won slope style finals and $20,000 each. Chas Guldemond and Jamie Anderson (USA) are the new Burton Global Open Series Champions, each taking home $100,000. Check out www.burton.com for more information and details!

Here are some pictures from the crazy weekend........


Santogold:

RJD2 + Crowd:

Enclave News!

enclave is now New Haven's exclusive spot to get NIKE SB! that's right!!!
We will start receiving them in next few months so keep an eye out for the hotness.


Also, some new additions here at enclave are;
Altamont Apparel altamontapparel.com
Supra Footwear suprafootwear.com which will be here in the middle of may.
We have the Skytops, Vaiders, and the new TK Society.

Don't forget that we still have lots of great deals on sale items from fall/winter :: boots, bindings, boards, hoodies, tees, etc....


ALSO, enclave was featured in a magazine! Woo!
Check out www.steezminimag.com and ch-ch-check us out!

US Open :: Do not Miss This!

Alright folks, spring riding is here and the end of the season is near... And the biggest snowboarding event of the year is going on this week with the finals this weekend in Stratton, VT. So, call out of work, find a babysitter, returns cans for some dough and find a way to get up to the hill. You do not want to miss world class riding and Olympic athletes competing for the titles. Plus some pretty cool prizes. If you roll up there with 4 or more people in your car, Burton will give you a raffle ticket that could give you (and your carpool peeps) to win 2010 GMP gear. Siiiiiick.

ALSO, RJD2 will be performing Friday night and Santogold will be performing Saturday! BOTH are FREE!Hope to see you there. Enclave will be there in full force and expect pictures to follow next week!

FREE RJD2 Concert
Friday, March 20 at approximately 8:00 p.m.
Sun Bowl base area at Stratton Mountain Resort, Vermont
Get there early to watch US Open quarterpipe finals at 7:00 p.m.
For more information on RJD2, head to: http://www.rjd2site.com/

FREE Santigold Concert
Saturday, March 21 at approximately 4:30 p.m.
Sun Bowl base area at Stratton Mountain Resort, Vermont
Get there early to watch the US Open halfpipe finals at 2:00 p.m.
For more information on Santigold, head to: http://www.myspace.com/santigold

Come get your green!!!

Happy early St. Patty's Day! Tomorrow is the New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade and if you've ever been to one before then you know that this town does it right. But beware, if you aren't wearing the traditional green be prepared to get pinched.... or worse! New Havenites take this seriously. But don't fear, we've got you covered. Stop in and pick up one of the items down below to save yourself some harassment. We've got hoodies, backpacks and if the ladies really want to get crazy we have bikinis and flip flops to show 'em you really know how to get down St. Patrick's style. Have fun tomorrow and be safe!

NEW(er) SPRING 2009 PRODUCT

Another spring update!! New stuff from Sector 9, Volcom, Matix.... Here are some pictures to give you a taste of what we have. So much more is coming in every week so be sure to check our facebook + myspace pages plus this blog!







WOMENS:

Bills for Spills :: Rail Jam

We're inviting you to New Haven's first snowboarding event. It's about time! On Saturday, March 28 at 7pm, head downtown to the courtyard behind Temple bar and grill and the Ivy Lounge (956 Chapel Street). It'll be a night filled with snowboarders, music, giveaways, SNOW, prizes.... Bound to be a good time!

The event, called Bills for Spills, will help hundreds of young athletes—some learning to build self-esteem through sports, others injured extreme athletes who must fight their way back to health. Bills for Spills is a benefit to support the work of HEAL Clothing and The Chill Foundation.

Other sponsors include: Red Bull, ENCLAVE, Academy Print wear, Heal Clothing, Hunter Mountain, DB Studios, The Ivy Lounge.

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=58111121764 :: Facebook page event

What is happening to the industry?

I found an article about this new snowboard to hit the market... and it made me laugh, cringe and then wonder who would actually spend an obscene amount of money on this. Ladies and gentlemen, CHANEL has crossed over to our side and entered the snowboard market. Now you can match your designer bag, with your designer moon boots with your designer snowboard.
Ok, so who would actually buy it? No one I know, unless some of my snowboard bum friends have been holding out on me. I doubt the board even performs well, and after doing some research I could not find any reviews on the board, etc. It says it is made out of wood, resin and fiberglass. I hope that they 'forgot' to mention some other ingredients otherwise this board would be an interesting ride. I wonder how many sizes it comes in?
I have a small feeling that whoever does purchase this board is much more concerned with fashion, image and brand-names then actually riding. The most action this board probably sees is the roof rack and the ski rack or wall outside of the lodge/bar.

Carl's Jr. + Rob Dyrdek

Skater Rob Dyrdek sure has a lot going on. With his new show Fantasy Factory, a line of toys called Wild Grinders, a feature film called Street Dreams and now he has teamed up with Carl's Jr. to bring you collectors cups! Because fast food and skaters go oh so well together.
The press release had this to say, "In stores now and while supplies last, fast food and skateboarding fans can visit their local Carl’s Jr. and pick up a 42 oz. limited edition Rob Dyrdek collector’s cup when purchasing a large drink or a combo. The cups feature three designs by Rob – one introducing his exclusive toy line, Wild Grinders; Rob’s feature film Street Dreams; and his signature DC shoes. All three cups feature Rob’s version of the Carl’s Jr. iconic Happy Star, now with 50% more muscles!"

Interesting, and awesome. I'm sure Big Black is happy to have unlimited access to fast food!!

We have new Spring Product!!!!

Spring has sprung in enclave (sort of) and we received some new product in -- with lots more to come! We have new sneakers from Gravis for the men and women... Plus flip flops! New Analog tees, long sleeved button ups, jeans, new Gravis suitcases, backpacks and purses perfect for the beach! Also, new bikinis from Hurley and Billabong. Come check them all out! Here are some pictures:

Stop New York's Ski Tax!

New York ski areas are banding together to fight a proposed tax on lift tickets and lessons that Governor David Patterson has put forward to help balance the state's $15 billion dollar state deficit. Ski areas are not required to collect sales tax on life tickets or lessons and the ski areas want to fight this!
Within New York's 47 ski resorts, collecting the ski tax would not only impact the recreational skiers but also the after-school programs that participate in skiing or snowboarding. The extra sales tax could make it unaffordable for some children.
Skiing in New York represents a $1.1 billion industry during the prime four winter months. The ski industry, statewide, employs more than 18,000 people and attracts more then 4 million people!
Stop the sales tax! Keep snowboarding and skiing affordable!

Loon Mountain :: Red Bull Buttercup

Loon Mountain is up next for the Red Bull Buttercup stops. So head north and go see what it's all about. Go get your butter on in this jam-format contest and win prizes from Oakley, Rome, New Era, Red Bull and most importantly CASH!! Registration is at 4pm. Practice is at 6pm. Jam starts at 6:45 and finals are at 8pm.

What is Redbull buttercup? They have this to say:
Red Bull Buttercup is an extra creamy new contest series on the East Coast. Set at the base of your local mountain, under the lights after the lifts are closed, Red Bull Buttercup is all about how much style you can spread onto the custom-made butterpad. Jib, bonk, tap and slide your way across the multi-featured pad, however you like, just make sure you lay it on with a lot of smooth buttering.

See you at Loon!!!

NeW.......

Enclave is gearing up for spring. So come check out what we've gotten in!

-new Alien Workshop DVD "Mind Field"
-Diamond Tee's. Super Fresh.
-Women's shorts from women's Quiksilver and Roxy
-Men's Volcom Shorts
-Lucky Brand dresses, cardigans and tee's!

Plus, we still have fall/winter on clearance. Only a month or so left of winter so come get it now before it's all gone! Stuff from Burton, Special Blend, Oakley, Anon, Analog....

Women's spring is already lookin' good in the store. So come take a stroll down to enclave and see what its all about!

Ladies, Ladies, Ladies...

Hey ladies! Come check out some of our new spring product that we got in. Including Billabong bikinis, roxy shorts and women's Quiksilver shorts, dresses from Lucky Jeans and so much more! If you are still in winter mode, all of our winter/fall stuff is marked down ridiculously low! Winter jackets, socks, sweaters, jeans... Come check it out before it's all gone.

Burton & 2010 Olympics

Burton and Gore-Tex have combined forces to create the U.S. snowboarding team's uniform for the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver.

Jake Burton had this to say, "I’ve never been a fan of uniforms, but if anyone is going to outfit the U.S. Olympic Snowboarding Team, we’re the company that should step up and do it right,” said Jake Burton, Founder and Chairman of Burton Snowboards. “As with everything we design and manufacture, we have already brought together our creative people with some of our country’s best snowboarders to ensure that the final product will represent the riders, the sport and the U.S.A. in an authentic way. Our partnership with GORE-TEX enables the riders to rest assured that regardless of the weather in Vancouver, they will be warm, dry and free to do their best.”

Burton Women's Learn to Ride Snowboard Camp

Hey ladies, think snowboarding is super cool and want to get into it but don't have anyone to show you the ropes? Check out Burton women's learn to ride camp. They'll help anyone from beginner to advanced with tips, tricks and give you knowledge to master the sport. Everyone starts out as a beginner and works their way up. Burton is here to help make that 1st day as fun as possible since that's what snowboarding is all about!
Check out one of the camps and go to www.burton.com for more information!

The answer for freestyle riders?

ATTN: Freestyle Riders...

Featuring a park-specific flex and cushioning system and available in wine-country purple, these kicks will drive you to be the best you can be. The results? Great snow feel and nimble on rails and butters; power balanced with precision.
Cue the 2010 Burton Grail Boot.


This boot replaces the Sabbath boot in the 2010 Burton boot line-up. Burton is saying that this is The boot for all-mountain, freestyle riding.
Burton says it has "a slimmer profile eliminates toe drag and weight, while the fully flared liner lets you press and butter in ways that would make doves cry. Worried about that “Holy Shit” landing ending your existence? Your sole is saved with the most advanced cushioning system ever developed that addresses the medial/lateral support, response, and canted cushioning benefits that park riding demands.”

Can't wait to see all of the other 2010 product!

Upcoming Events!

Hello out there in Internet world... The snowboard industry has a lot going on in the next few months so hope you have some travel funds saved up because some of these events you do not want to miss. Actually, I'm just excited there are still major events going on with all of the sponsors dropping like flies and contests being cancelled! Gotta keep the spirit up and show up to these events! Anyways.... Some to check out:

Waterville Valley, NH turns pink: for the 4th year, Waterville turns pink to support Boarding for Breast Cancer on Super bowl Sunday, Feb 1st. There's a "pink rail jam" sponsored by Oakley, raffles to win all sorts of goodies. In the last 3 years, Waterville Valley has raised $20,000 in it's support. So get out there and go pink!

Red Bull Snowscrapers, NYC: Thursday, February 5th 2009: 16 amazing riders will descend upon the East River Park in New York City to compete for 850 TTR ranking points and a beefy $100 000 prize purse in what is sure to be a throw down of epic proportions. Bundle up, it is supposed to snow that night! Gates open at 3pm.

Red Bull Buttercup; Mount Snow: Feb 28th head North to Mount Snow for the newest contest series on the east coast. " Red Bull has built a super fun, custom butterpad that will be traveling to each resort in the series. Set at the base of your local mountain, under the lights after the lifts are closed, Red Bull Buttercup is all about how much style you can spread onto the butterpad. Jib, bonk, tap and slide your way across the multi-featured pad however you like, just make sure you lay it on with a lot of smooth buttering." Winning finals could make you $1,000 richer. Get that paper.

And the biggest snowboarding event on the east coast is Burton's US Open. Taking place March 16-22nd at Stratton Mountain, VT. Always a good time, outstanding riders and parties that seem to last for daysssssssssss.