John Wells

Originally from Groton, Massachusetts John has searched the globe far and wide (36 countries in all) in search for the "mecca" that is Mt. Baker, WA. John skis everyday and runs unofficial Baker, whether it's 35 mph water-ski turns or dry pow, skiing is john.

Articles by John Wells

GroupHome: Moustache Ride /// 3 weeks of fun ripping BC POW

Three weeks of B.C. fun wrangling. Three Weeks of Perogies, jockeying for couches, wet gloves, legendary meats, Great friends, and good times spent in nature. Enjoy! Film/Cut: Shayne Metos Film: … Read More

Sage POV edit /// Alta Snowbird

Sage ripping pow laps in his backyard of Alta and Snowbird.  You can tell just by the way Sage ski’s into the zones he knows exactly where he is going … Read More

Wrangle the Chute | 2012 by Showtime Films | Highlights & Lowlights

Wrangle the Chute 2012 by Showtime Films. This is a total recap of the event that was.  Logan Pehota was the men’s ski winner.  The legend Eric Pehota has groomed … Read More

A Walk in the Park w/ Adam Delorme /// Jiberish

Some of the sickest tail presses, and butter 3′s out there, Adam Delorme is by far one of the smoothest cats out there.  With his own Pro Model the L-Toro, mad … Read More

“Wu-TANG KILEER BEES” Huge cliff drop by Jesse Collings!

This is a monster drop, to send it this big in a comp is so cool to see.  With 90 Cm’s built up in the rock garden zone off CPR … Read More

Deep Jackson Hole POW with the Lovely Brothers

It really all depends on who you manage to ski with on certain days.  March 19th in Jackson I kept my ears open on the tram and found a couple of … Read More

Dean Potter: Focus – Dean Potter walking slacklines, climbing, and jumping off stuff.

Dean Potter walking slacklines, climbing, and jumping off stuff.  This dude is insanely good.  Takes some serious talent, balls, and meditative thought.  A real look into what it is to … Read More

Jackson Holes Last Big Dump #2 /// Zero Gravity POW

March 19th 2012.  This was a day to remember for sure.  This is the 2nd of 4 videos all from the same day Monday March 19th.  Here is my second run, … Read More

Jackson Holes Last BIG DUMP #1 /// First BOX – March 19th

March 19th Jackson got some much needed snow. After 3 days of skiing in the soft, sun drenched corn, it was time for the snow to come back.  I was starting … Read More

Mt. Baker Conditions Report /// April 15 – Last Day for Park

Sunday April 15, 2012.  Mt. Baker is now in weekend operations for the month of April.  Today was the last day of the Pinky Park being open, and it was sunny … Read More

Best of Web 2 – From the crazy to the INSANE /// multisport madness

From the crazy to the insane “best of web 2″ brings you the best highlight reel of the sickest HD content on the web.  Get ready for a fast, heartpumping … Read More

Ice Climbing /// Sportlife SAGA 2: ICE – Tim Emmett

The Sportlife Saga is about three elements of nature: Water, Ice and Snow. The story of the element ice is told by Tim Emmet. Armed with two axes he pushes … Read More

Mt. Baker POW sessions #4 – The infinity Winter continues

Mt. Baker has been a great place to be this winter. With the most recorded snowfall ever in March this year, it just seems like winter does not want to … Read More

New summer activity /// Banshee Bungee Set Up for Skateboarding

This is the new thing coming up.  With all the speed for flat-land tricks this looks pretty sick.  Tested by the TimeShip Racing crew, the Banshee Bungee slings you zero … Read More

Nick Ennen vs. The Falls: Agua Please /// Winch Wake skating

Skip to 1:20 for the action.  Agua Please, Episode 9: Private Reserve. This week, “Agua Please” cruises across the northwest checking out some of the best private lakes on the … Read More

Pow, spines, and G3′s New Secret Weapon

G3 big mountain freeskiing athlete John Wells just got his hands on some new powder toys from G3, coming out fall 2012. Looks like he’s enjoying them just fine. Mt … Read More

Mt. Baker Conditions Report – March 28th

Wednesday March 28, 2012.  It started snowing again today after a 4 day window of high pressure and sun, followed by 2 days of little to no snow accumulation conditions … Read More

Dakine Poacher Pack /// Gear Review

A trusted veteran of ski patrollers and mountain enthusiasts, the Dakine Poacher Pack is the go-to Pack for your all around mountain needs.  Simple clean design allows good storage and easy … Read More

Mt. Baker POW Sessions #3 – March Deepness

After an unseen amount of snow, something like 140 inches in 6 days, locals have been basking in the repetitive mornings of a foot of new every night for weeks … Read More

Mt. Baker Local Shred – Locals Enjoying the Sunshine & Powder

A look into some locals shredding at Mt. Baker.  Filmed by Pete Durr and Edited by John Wells.  Locals, Jack, Kalex and Pat put down some lines on the infamous … Read More

Ripping Re-Posts /// What I saw at First Episode 4 / In flight Movie PLO style

70 foot Cliff POV.  Is that a big enough drop for you internet jokers? What I saw at First by John Wells’ Episode 4 – In Flight Movie PLO style What … Read More

The Original POV – Circa 2008. Check the dates /// Mindset of the Future POV 09

This goes out to all the haters!  People that do not really know what has been going on and make judgments from a single video.  Do your homework, maybe you … Read More

A Reminder of why Squaw Valley is worth it

I found this promo video for Squaw and I thought it would be a fitting reminder for all you aspiring squally-wood locals that winter isn’t over yet and a couple … Read More

Flylow Tough Guy Glove | Best Bang for the Buck Glove

Flylow – Tough Guy Glove $28.00 MSRP Flylow doesn’t just make great jackets and pants, they have some pretty great gloves too.  The Flylow Tough Guy Glove is the “best … Read More

Rylan Schoen /// Featured Photographer

                              Rylan Schoen is a ski action sports photographer that lives in Seattle, WA. Here is … Read More

What is up with People Pissing in the Backcountry?

A few steps off the boot pack isn’t too much to ask.  Recently I have been very annoyed and downright pissed off that people can’t seem to relieve themselves of … Read More