Excellent profile of King of the Flatland aka Benny Milam. Learn how a kid who learned to ride on a hill with a vertical drop of only 300 feet became a world-class snowboarder who keeps climbing competition podiums including this past weekend’s Red Bull Heavy Metal Jam. Minnesota is the land of champions dontcha know.

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