GoPro Ace News Ken Block
Image: Baldface Lodge

Nothing beats a fresh powder run on Christmas Day. Ken Block does exactly that in Canada and all filmed on GoPro

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Seen at Baldface Lodge, Nelson, British Columbia – Ken Block switches gears and takes a turn for powder riding.  With over 32,000 acres of skiable terrain, open bowls, peaks, perfectly spaced trees and 500 plush inches of snow – No wonder riders never have to worry about competing for fresh tracks at Baldface Lodge.

GoPro Ace News Ken Block
Image: Baldface Lodge

Block’s day job is being a pro rally driver with the Hoonigan Racing Division, formerly known as the Monster World Rally Team. Block is also one of the co-founders of DC Shoes.  He is featured as a driver in the popular video game Dirt 2, along with his Subaru Rally Team USA Impreza. In Dirt 3 he is seen as a driver and Gymkhana teacher, his Monster World Rally Team vehicles are available in the game, including the Ford Fiesta GYM 3, and the Ken Block Ford Focus WRC.

Back to Baldface, the lodge has hosted snowboarding legends such as Jake Burton, Travis Rice, and Shaun White. People also pay the premium price for the exuberant winter experience.  Plan ahead, a three and four day trip to Baldface could cost anywhere from $2,100 to $4,500.  Baldface also received international recognition for being the “Best Catskiing Destinations in North America”

GoPro Ace News Ken Block
Image: Baldface Lodge

For a high-powered athlete like Ken Block, it is always nice to see some decent family time incorporated in the routine. The video shows Ken with his son shredding down the mountain.  Filmed solely by Ken on Go Pro HERO4.  The extension pole looks to be aftermarket – GoPole REACH

 

BALDFACE LODGE, NELSON B.C, CANADA

Featured Image: Baldface Lodge, Ken Block via YouTube

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