I think everyone that comes in (regardless of whether they ride a bike or not) has been amazed by this bike. So happy they are here! Come take a look, but be careful, you'll want one.

RK1&Friends - Keystone from RK1 on Vimeo.


It's amazing how insane snowboarding has gotten now. Seems like yesterday when a method was all you needed, now kids are double corking off of 10 foot jumps.

They got a fresh dusting of snow overnight and they're blowing more by the minute. Also I just read that lift tickets are $37 dollars! No holiday rates! So if you're wanting to go ride or ski this weekend, get yo butts to Springs!

"Books? I don't get books for christmas!"


Happy Holidays!

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The Streets from Seven Springs Terrain Parks on Vimeo.


Pat Moore and Nic Sauve tell you what's good.

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Game of: In Your Face: Ft: Jossi Wells from torstein horgmo on Vimeo.

This one's pretty funny because I don't think either of them have any idea of what the others discipline calls their tricks.


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 Also, what up 200th blog post!

 

I always forget how awesome Lauri is on street rails. It seems that nowadays you see him hitting big backcountry jumps and park booters. But his video part this year shows that he is still the amazing street rail guy that he was with the Forum Team years ago. Plus he's really really funny!

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Travis Rice, Baldface Mountain, and Red Bull are putting on the next level of snowboard competitions. Taking on what they learned from the Natural Selection series several years ago at Jackson Hole, the have been working in the mountains of B.C. to bring forth the next level in progression. The main idea is to bring the two main influential groups of snowboarders (competition riders and video riders) together so that the two can teach and learn from one another to bring forth the most well rounded snowboarders on the planet. With over 100 wooden features such as kickers, man-made towers to hold snow for pillow lines, and even ladder sections suspended into the trees, this looks to be one of the wildest competitions out there.

For the full article check it out at ESPN.COM

Contest event is Feb.2-9th.

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If your looking for an awesome, do everything ski, than look no further than the Line Celebrity 90's. It doesn't matter if you're carving great turns or hitting the terrain park every once and while, these skis will keep you happy the whole time. Come on in and check em out!

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Danny Knows!

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Tom Wallisch Wins the first stop of the Dew Tour Ski Slopestyle Finals! Amazing that this guy grew up at Wisp Resort.


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How to change the lens on your Oakley Airbrake goggle from OAKLEY on Vimeo.

If your looking for the latest greatest goggle this winter. The AirBrake is it. Check out the video on how these babies work. Two lenses that are super easy to switch!

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Exciting to see that Todd Richards is still putting new video's out there. Really miss the Todcasts! But this will do for now.

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Sunday at mtn high from Polar Opposites on Vimeo.

It's nice to watch these guys ride the same park as everyone else and do tricks that don't require a helicopter or a $5,000 snowmobile with 12,000ft mountains. Makes em look a little more human...

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Opening Day 2011 from Seven Springs Terrain Parks on Vimeo.

They're open! Pathfinder Team's going up tonight after we get done slinging holiday treasures!

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This is seriously insane. I don't know what is crazier; the fact that he warms up with the easiest looking doubles or the actual triple cork.

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Again, Shaun White went bigger than anyone has ever gone before in the pipe. And he did it all wearing his leather "Slash" outfit. Maybe those tight pants help him spin better??

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C2 POWER BANANA – C2BTX: from Lib Tech on Vimeo.

"AWARD WINNING BANANA CAMBER COMBO TECH! with MAGNE-TRACTION!
C2-Power Banana is designed for aggressive all terrain freestyle riders and features Banana Tech rocker between your feet combined with camber at each end of the board. This Banana Camber combination offers the best features of Banana Tech…float in powder in both directions, carving on hardpack and ice and a catchfree freestyle performance with the best features of camber…end to end stability, and extra pop for strong aggressive riders. C2 Banana Tech is perfect for aggressive freestyle riders who demand pop power and tip to tail stability for critical lines, landings and takeoffs. Travis rode his everywhere from backyards, to Alaska to winning the X Games big air….

Twin All Terrain Freestyle Freeride Excels: in all conditions. Epic: big landings & critical lines."

Yeah Lib's Got It!!

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Magne-Traction - MTX: from Lib Tech on Vimeo.

If you haven't ridden it, your missing out. Looking for the ultimate Holiday Gift? Lib Tech Skate Banana with Magnetraction!

Our Partner to the North; Seven Springs has been working their tails off putting together the next level of global terrain parks. The Streets by Forum is set to open January 19th and will add to the amazing credability of the Best Park on the East Coast.

Cant wait to get up there and ride!

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Check the link for the full story
Transworld: The Streets

Tipping Barrels from Sitka on Vimeo.

I know we don't have any surf stuff (stupid landlocked state), but this movie is pretty amazing. Check out Arran and Reid Jackson on their amazing journey into one of the last great untouched areas of our continent!

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Game Of In Your Face: Matt (?) from torstein horgmo on Vimeo.



That was awesome!

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switchup Monday's: Stian @ Northstar from torstein horgmo on Vimeo.


"Camped out at Starbucks because he's mad stoked on frappuccinos"

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The Season Is Back! from torstein horgmo on Vimeo.

Torstein is back and destroying Keystone again!
Snowshoe opens today and Seven Springs should be open next week! I can feel the excitement, can you.

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After his long battle back from injury, Kevin Pearce is hitting the slopes. Congrats!

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With the temperatures dropping this week make sure that you're staying warm out there. One comfortable way to do that is to get the right lightweight base layer.

Patagonia Capilene 2 and 3
North Face Summit Series Merino Wool:
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Johnnie Paxson tells you what he thinks!




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With Saturdays Motown Throwdown coming up this weekend, we wanted to kick the weekend off with a bang! Friday Night Capita/Union Pro Riders TJ Schnieder, Cale Zima, Scott Stevens, Mike Ravelson, and Brandon Rego will be in town to sign autographs and party with Morgantown at Lazy Lizard.

HERE'S THE AWESOME PART!
-3 Movies Being Premiered ( Defenders of Awesome, Art of Flight, and Seven Springs Video)
- There is NO COVER, ITS FREE!
- 18+

THE CAPITA CREW WILL BE HERE AT PATHFINDER FROM 7-8PM FRIDAY NIGHT
MOVIE PREMIERE PARTY STARTS AT 8:30 AT LIZARD!

ANY QUESTIONS CALL PATHFINDER (304)296-0076

Lets Kick the SEASON OFF!!!

Music By DJ ZIMMIE!!!

Pathfinder of West Virginia would like to Congratulate Team Member Gary Rodosta for becoming the West Virginia State Masters Champion last weekend at Monster Cross!

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SnowFlex Team Trip from Josh Zerkel on Vimeo.
"Between disrupting bible studies, interfering with professional photo shoots, and being reprimanded by every employee at SnowFlex, ya bois found two hours to film this little gem of an edit. 


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Get Yours while it lasts!

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That Danny Davis is such a nice boy.




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France #1 - "Random" from torstein horgmo on Vimeo.

Pretty damn funny. Ikka at the end is the best part.

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Yup It's Here....




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Nike Vapen Sessions Episode 2 from Nike 6.0 on Vimeo.

Round Two, hit em up.

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Scotty Stevens, Simon Chamberlain, Chris Grenier, and others tear it up in NZ


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Nike Vapen Sessions Episode 1 from Nike 6.0 on Vimeo.

The Nike 6.0 Team headed to Norway for the first installment of the Vapen Sessions. Pathfinder's first installment of Nike 6.0 clothing should be here soon. But for the time being come in and check out the boots! 


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Big Thumbs Up to you, whoever you are, for riding this logoed peice of awesomeness around WVU. Keep up the good work, and if you ride it to the store and show it off to us, we'll give you something! For Free!

Red Bull and Quicksilver Present

The Art of Flight



Is there anything Travis Rice can't do....



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The end of the summer has arrived and that means that Pathfinder is swtiching itself around to get ready for the Fall Season! Look for all Summer Clothing to be Buy One Get One Free starting this Friday and Saturday September 2nd and 3rd!

Also we have all of our New Burton, Lib Tech, DC, Forum, Nike, and Oakley hardgoods and apparell out!



New North Face and Patagonia Fall Fleece, Rain, and Casual Wear is also out on the floor.


Hope to see you all this weekend!

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Jordan Never Took Breaks from Josh Zerkel on Vimeo.

Josh Zerkel and AJ Lawson have travelled to New Zealand to work at the Remarkables for the summer months. Although there really isn't any snow yet, Josh managed to throw together this little edit for us.

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This spring Pathfinder of West Virginia has been excited to offer Osprey's full line of amazing backpacks. The Atmos 50 and the Aura 50 are two packs within their line that have really impressed me with their ability to have the best of both worlds, weight and comfort. Both of these packs carry heavier loads up to the 40-45 pound range comfortably but are still light enough to be considered in the lightweight options that we already carry from Lowe Alpine and Granite Gear. With plenty of pockets and a frame that sports a newer trampoline air system. These packs are without a doubt the missing link in your backpacking arsenal. Not to mention that they both come in $20-$40 lower than the competition at $199.99!

"The Atmos 50 provides the ideal volume for your next superlight backpacking experience. At 3000 cubic inches and with an average weight of 3.5 lbs / 1.5 kg, you can carry your superlight essentials with ease and comfort. A traditional floating top pocket/top load design and twin front pockets with welded water resistant zips makes loading easy. Other features include an internal hydration sleeve, zippered mesh pockets on the hipbelt and removable sleeping pad straps."

Oakley has released only a handful of these guys worldwide,  and with four different colors to choose from there is something for everyone. If you think these frames look good against a white background just wait until you go into the sunlight with them. Limited Edition with only several pairs left.

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Our Whitewater section is finally finished now that our shipment of Shred Ready helmets has arrived. With new gear for Immersion Research, Astral, WaveSport, Dagger, Werner, and now Shred Ready we are set for the season. Just in time for the Cheat Festival next weekend! So if you're passing through and looking for some new gear to take down with you, stop on by!



Shred Ready Super Scrappy: $69.99
- Style, Comfort, Protection, Adjustability, and Price, These are the five reasons you should buy this helmet over anything else out there. It's very hard to find a WhiteWater helmet that is fully adjustable and offers superior protection in the $70 range.



Shred Ready Standard Half Cut: $69.99
-Lightweight and comfortable, this helmet also has more coverage than the minimalist Super Scrappy. Fully Adjustable twist lock system in the back (H.O.G. Lock Retention System) allows for comfort and adjustability on the river.





Shred Ready Shaggy Kevlar: $139.99
- Similar to the Super Scrappy in design, but built to last the test of time. The Shaggy is a Kevlar helmet that provides bomb-proof material, with comfortable and adjustability. Probably regarded as one of the best Kevlar designs out there, this helmet is only $140.







Shred Ready Shaggy Deluxe Carbon/Kevlar: $199.99
- For the diehard boater, spending lots of time on the river. This helmet is light, comfortable, and amazingly strong. All these things are possible by the superlight Carbon/Kevlar design that makes up this helmet. The same fit as the Kevlar Shaggy, just lighter and more durable.








Also in Shred Ready Tsunami Elbow Pads:














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So I know its been a while, and I'm sorry. But the good news is that the reason why this hasn't been updated in a while is because we have a whole store full of new amazing gear for the Spring/Summer. We have expanded our current brands and filled the store with some pretty exciting things. To kick off this new influx of gear, I wanted to start with some of the more exciting stuff. Check it out!


These GSI Cooksets and Accessories are insane! Lighter and more compact than anything out there for the price, they blow the doors off just about everything else on the market. The Dualist system allows you to have two cups (w/ sip lids), two bowls, two sporks, a cooking pot with draining lid, and also all the gear included in this system nests into itself with a stove for a size that is smaller than a Nalgene bottle! The Ketalist allows for super quick solo travel where boiling water for dehydrated food is a must. This ultralight system is inexpensive at $34.99 and still allows the user to have cups and bowls and a nesting feature. Last but not least is the new Spice Missile! This thing can carry up two 6 different spices and is super portable!


Glacier Stainless Dualist:

Crushproof lid made of Glacier Stainless steel prevents deformation of your pot/lid and includes an integrated strainer. Convenient folding handle locks into place for cooking and secures entire set for transport, eliminating the need for a stuff sack. Unique bowl + mug solution with low center of gravity and Sip-It virtually eliminates spills while the integrated insulating sleeve keeps your drinks hot. Ingenious, welded stuff sack holds set while traveling and doubles as a sink or wash basin in camp.


Halulite Kettalist:


Classic, low-profile design provides the capacity of a 1 liter ultralight boiler in the easy-to-pour profile of a tea kettle for boiling water or melting snow on solo adventures. Convenient folding handle locks into place when boiling to save your finger tips from burns. Unique bowl + mug solution with low center of gravity and Sip-It lid virtually eliminate spills while the insulating sleeve keeps your drinks hot. Stuff sack’s nylon bottom panel and short sides help to keep soot and char off your clothes and other gear.




Spice Missile:


Waterproof caps and shaker modules screw together to keep spices dry and flavorful Twin compartment shakers include single sided dispensing screens which twist into position and remove easily for cleaning Convenient filler cap stores below the base and makes it easy to refill any of the compartments Clever modular design is infinitely expandable to carry any number of spices Clear copolyester resin body is lightweight, clear and resilient




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 Pathfinder of West Virginia is hosting this year's BANFF Mountain Film Festival in Morgantown, WV. The event will take place Thursday, April 7 at 7pm at the Metropolitan Theatre, 369 High Street.

Tickets are on presale at Pathfinder of West Virginia for $14 for Adults $11 for students and from 6pm to 7pm before the festival at the Metropolitan Theatre for $16 for Adults $13 for Students. Cash or Check only please.

It's beautiful outside, and we want to make sure that you can enjoy the last few weeks of snow! We know there was that board or ski package that you really wanted this year, but it was just out of your price range. That's why from now till the end of the season we're putting all of our Winter Hardgoods On Sale! So come in and get that setup you've been dreaming of!

All 2010/11 Snowboards, Boots, and Bindings are 30% OFF! 
-DC 
-Burton
-Lib Tech (Yup there are still some skate bananas left) 
-Forum
-K2
-Union
-Thirty Two


All 2010/2011 Skis, Boots, and Bindings are 50% OFF!!
-Rossignol 
-K2
-Volkl
-Dynastar
-Lange 
-Dalbello

Make sure to get these deals now while they last!

Also Don't Forget! 

All Winter Jackets, Pants, Gloves, Hats, Winter Related Hoodies, and Winter Related Tees Are Buy One Get One Free!!!

226 Pairs of Vibram Five Fingers have invaded and taken our helpless Kate hostage. Someone please save her!

 

The invading Five Fingers have also made demands. They're forcing us to put ALL of our ski and snowboard clothing on a ridiculous BUY ONE GET ONE FREE Sale! We have to cave to their demands or else Kate is doomed!

Again All SNOWBOARD/ SKI Jackets, Pants, Hoodies, T-Shirts, Gloves, Hats, and Socks are BUY ONE GET ONE FREE!!!

HOLY CRAP!
Just when you thought snowboarding movies couldn't get any better, This Happens...

Head over to Transworld and WATCH THIS VIDEO!

http://snowboarding.transworld.net/the-art-of-flight-teaser/.

Well the time has come, and they are finally here! I know that it's taken a while, and you've all been waiting. Get em while they last...

Some insane stuff going down at Wisp nowadays!
Great edit from Josh!

WISP on the come-up from Josh Zerkel on Vimeo.

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January has been huge for Pathfinder so far, but the excitement isn't over yet.  With SIA in Denver and Winter X-games XV in Aspen on the schedule, look for plenty of updates coming soon!

In the mean time, check out what Pathfinder mobile team rider Corey Snyder has been researching in Colorado:



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Good song choice!

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 3- "POP" from Nick Visconti on Vimeo.

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Ahh Keystone....next week my friend, next week. While I keep dreaming of Colorado, you should watch this video.

Aaron Biittner from torstein horgmo on Vimeo.

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So this last year saw some pretty awesome improvements to the DC Boot lineup. All of the boots got a makeover and were slimmed down, made more comfortable, and were based around 1:1 last to liner ratios improving the fit. The three main boots that you saw this in were the Judge, the Park Boot, and the introduction of a new boot called the Ceptor.

 The Judge has been an industry standard for years being one of the first double Boa boots to fit and give proper adjustment where you need it.

The Park Boot has also been around for years, but it really wasn't until this year that it got a complete make-over. The biggest thing with the Park Boot is the use of a new liner that drastically improves the amount of mobility you have while in the boot.

The liner was cut down to the size of a small bootie that looks like a low top shoe. This liner is pretty different and follows a trend with some others in the industry to give to rider a looser feel when in the park or just cruising around the mountain.

The Ceptor on the other hand gives the rider a much stiffer feel and is the perfect boot for all mountain park riding. Where as the Judge may be too stiff for some and the Park Boot can be too soft, the Ceptor is just right. This boot does everything really well, and it has a great flex point. The best part about the Ceptor though is the amount of comfort it has. The new Unilite Outsole, Outlast Liner, and the introduction of a new liner and boot combo that actually breaths out through the two layers in a technology called AeroTech.

So last week there was some bad news in the Euro Snowboarding scene when Eero Ettala re-injured his knee. He went under the knife to get it repaired, but even though he is out of commission, his crew is still getting it done. Check out this edit with DC pro Lauri as they keep the scene alive!


Elbow Session from Eero Ettala on Vimeo.

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Torstein shows off his acting skills!

Auditions from torstein horgmo on Vimeo.

The latest installment of In Your Face!


Game Of In Your Face: Ulrik Badertscher from torstein horgmo on Vimeo.


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The DangerZone crew brings us back to Snowboarding's roots.  I think I saw one of my old boards from the early 90's in there. Brohomie, Keep Rippin that gnarly pow...

"Tribute to when boarders were just boarders! Fast Boarding, Sorel Boots, Cold Beers, Best Bros, Hot Babes, Insane Tweaks, and Terrible Fish Eyes!" 


Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 2- "Tribute to Sorels" from Nick Visconti on Vimeo.

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Well, this guy just outsourced my job. If anyone has any doubts on why Mervin MFG boards are amazing feats of snowboard awesomeness, you should watch this video.

If you are on this site and looking for a new snowboard...watch this video!


Mervin Factory 101 from Lib Tech on Vimeo.


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Well folks, the time has come. Pathfinder of West Virginia is now Morgantown's newest Patagonia dealer! The first shipment from our Winter/Spring order was priced and put out on the floor today. We have and will continue to have everything in Patagonia's vast lineup from insulated down and synthetic jackets to Capilene and Shell Jackets! Make sure to come in and check out our selection and we look forward to servicing all your Patagonia needs!

Here is a taste of what we have in stock right now!


Patagonia Mens Down Sweater: $199.99















Patagonia Womens R3 Hi-Loft Hoody: $179.99
















Patagonia Mens Ascent Stretch Jacket: $299.99
















See you all soon!

Came across this video from  I Heart Snowboarding Productions. It does a really good job of showing off how good riders from the East Coast really are. Also look for several of the 2010 Motown Throwdown riders...they're in there.


The Peace Process from ianpostvt.com on Vimeo.


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Check out this new edit from one of Pathfinder's newest editions, Never Summer. These boards really are something special, with their cutting edge Rocker and Camber design. Made everyone realize that Rocker and Camber can exist in perfect harmony.

Thought this looked amazing, but to all you kids out there, don't go getting any ideas. These fellas are trained professionals.

Man as much as I love my Lib Tech, I dunno about this one...but if some kid catches Travis Rice riding one I'm sure everybody will want one.


The Pow Pod from Lib Tech on Vimeo.

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So I know that you all probably don't have 15 minutes of free time to sit here and watch this whole movie...what's that you say...oh wait you do? Well sweet, because this is probably one of the most influential and exciting things  I've watched recently. If this doesn't make you want to snowboard more and be more positive while doing so, than you got something wrong with you. Just listen to Todd, the guy's a legend.



The Electric Chair Show: Todd Richards Part.1 from METHOD on Vimeo.

And if you really like it, watch Part. 2

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After scouring the intraweb I stumbled upon Oakley team rider Eero Ettala's video blog on Vimeo. Here's a little taste of what it has to offer.


Drop Rail Fest from Eero Ettala on Vimeo.


Happy New Year! from Eero Ettala on Vimeo.

Enjoy!