John Gerndt has been working as Burton Snowboards Field Validation Coordinator for over 30 years and has tested and refined almost every single deck Burton has ever pressed since the late 80’s. John’s passion in life is sharing his love of snowboarding with his son Zaine and finding powder stashes in the woods at Stowe. What a life:
Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture.... More by Francis Xavier