Methodology

Methodology returns to Gunstock Mountain Resort on Saturday, Jan. 31, at 9:15 a.m. Methodology is a snowboard-only event open to riders of all ages. Riders will be timed as they navigate a bank slalom course before performing their best Method Air Grab. Time will be deducted from each participant’s course time based on their method execution. (Courtesy photo)

GILFORD — Methodology returns to Gunstock Mountain Resort on Saturday, Jan. 31. Methodology is a snowboard-only event open to riders of all ages.

The speed competition, with an added freestyle element, is scheduled to start with practice runs at 9:15 a.m. on Gunstock’s Smith Trail. Riders will be timed as they navigate a bank slalom course before performing their best Method Air Grab. Time will be deducted from each participant’s course time based on their method execution.

Winners in eight categories will claim sponsor prizes. A raffle, open to all, will take place during the awards presentation in Gunstock’s Historic Lodge following the competition. All snowboarders are welcome, and two runs are allowed per entry.

Proceeds benefit Boarding for Breast Cancer is a 501(c)3 nonprofit foundation founded in 1996. Their mission is to prepare young people with education on early detection, promote the importance of maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle as the best means of breast cancer prevention, and provide survivor support for those affected by breast cancer.

Registration is limited and a Gunstock lift ticket or season pass is required to participate. To register, visit methodologysnow.com. For participants who are not Gunstock season passholders, event-only lift tickets are available at gunstock.com. Helmets are required.

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