Naku Receives His First Shred Care Package

Antti-Juhani “Naku” Piirainen – the Finish 2007 Snowboarder of the Year – is a man of few words.  He prefers letting his riding do the talking.

Antti-Juhani Piirainen was awarded “The Snowboarder Of The Year” at the Slammer Gaala Awards (a riders poll of the Finnish snowboarding magazine). While  other categories were selected by public voting, the award Naku won was voted on by a special jury of his peers. He was later told that the decision was unanimous!

“I’m speechless from this kind of honor and accomplishment, especially when it could have been any other Finnish pro rider… Jussi Oksanen, Heikki Sorsa, Eero Ettala etc…” – Naku

And now, in 09/10 season, he’ll be sporting Shred goggles and shades. “Naku” signed on with Shred, loving the fact that it’s an athlete inspired brand which caters to the true core shredders out there. He had several other options, but ultimately chose Shred. Their loud style balances out his otherwise reserved demeanor.

We’re stoked to have you on board, Naku! We hope you put in some sick sessions for all of us other mortals who aren’t as lucky as you and can’t quite get as much snow time in as you.

Keep the pics comin’!

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Shred Optics at Boston's Fenway Park

Red Sox fans delight in the Sir Edmonds Shreds.

If that isn’t one of the sweetest dining table views, I don’t know what is.

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The snow looks hella soft, but hey, if you want to hit it in the summer time in the northern hemisphere, Mt. Hood is about as good as it gets. In this video, Shredder Luke Allen looks like he’s in top shape!

Any one else get out there this summer in the north? Let us know and shoot us a comment below!

Mt Hood Edit from Luke “Ocho” Allen on Vimeo.