The buzz
He's the bleach-haired rowdy who's been in the vanguard of snowboarding from day one. The world champion rider is a tireless evangelist for the sport; he now runs the Delaney Adult Snowboarding Camps in Colorado.

This just in:
Preview the Delaneys' new instructional video (at right). Using clear presentation and great photography, "The Cutting Edge" walks the beginner through the fundamental building blocks that lead to mastery of the sport--from basic stopping moves up to carving like a pro.
To order the video tape, contact any of its three creators: Snow Country Magazine (800-333-2299); Vail/Beaver Creek Resort (800-525-2257); or Delaney Snowboarding (800-743-3790).

Also see:
"Outta My Flight Path, Peewee!" Outside senior editor Hampton Sides joined Kevin on the slopes for a crash course in postadolescent snowboarding.
Shred Sessions Kevin demonstrates the five most essential riding skills.
Extra Sidecut, Hold the Stiffness What you need to know when buying your first board, boots, and bindings.