No “insane party shot” here. Although the day was spent with close friends and comrades, Jacob hardly had a party to celebrate his 22nd birthday. With friends and family miles away, he escaped for a few minutes to filter through some calls, before heading back out to work. Forum would like to wish you a happy one Jake. Keep it up.

Some behind the scenes photos courtesy of Forum Staff Photographer, Ian Ruhter. Ian’s been so busy traveling with the team and getting Grade A photos that it’s been hard to catch up and get an update. When the emails aren’t coming from him, it’s safe to say we can find out what his deal is right here.

Well, not really. But in honor of his recent inauguration, we present you with this little nugget of patriotism. Forum, not Against’em.

Forum Filmer/Editor Extraordinaire, Jeremy Pettit, was kind enough to take this desktop screen-grab of several of the clips he’s recently filmed on a recent team trip. Yes, a team trip that involved filming. What could that possibly mean?

Here is some recent media coverage from the March 2009 issue of Snowboarder Magazine. Highlights include Jake Blauvelt (4) and Pat Moore (8) making it into the Top 10 Riders of the Year, Peter Line’s award for Comeback of the Year, and his Colon.

On Joni’s driving skills during his first rail trip…

“So far this has been the best little time of my life…and you sliding the truck down those last two streets just added to it.”

Looks like the folks over at Maxim Magazine are backing The Hundred’s collaboration with Forum. We suggest doing a bit more than hanging it on your wall, but whatever floats your boat.

On his recently broken arm and upcoming X-Games strategy…

“My arm won’t move and I can’t tie my own boots. It’s awesome. I’m not allowed to fall.”

Here is a view of the world from Finland’s Finest, Joni Malmi. These photos came from a recent urban trip, straight from Joni’s point-and-click. Enjoy these non-revealing pics for now, as the bangers will surely be documented in the not so distant future.

Recent editorial coverage from Onboard Magazine. Highlights include a Lucky 13 with Stevie Bell, and a ten page story rail story in Moscow with Forum Euros, Ethan Morgan, Gerben Vereij, and Simon Gruber.

The Forum Team is at it again, on the road, filming for the next video project. Below are some non-revealing, behind the scenes shots of the crew, courtesy of Forum Staff Photographer, Tim Peare.

European mini-ripper, Jan Scherer, put together a solid run in the European Open “Trick Ditch” and pulled a second place finish in the Mens 14 and under division. Congratulations Jan, first round’s on us…get back to you in a few years bro!

Media coverage from the February 2009 issue of Transworld Snowboarding. Highlights include a John Jackson interview, Proform with Stevie Bell, and a Check Out with Daniel Ek.

Here is media coverage from the January 2009 issue of Snowboard Magazine. Highlights include a cover shot and short write-up from John Jackson, along with a gallery shot of Joni Malmi.

Pat Moore is all over the place these days and everyone is picking his brain. Here are the latest online nuggets from High Snobiety and ESPN for your viewing pleasure.

Legendary park tool builder / Forum Staff Filmer, Kurt Heine, has recently developed an urban tow-in winch capable of speeds up to 40mph. Eddie Wall dropped in on the bad boy pictured below, and will be using this piece of artillery with the rest of the Forum team on urban street assaults all season long. Want to pick up one of your own, or see what else Kurt’s offering up? Click the link above or the picture below.

With such deep roots stemming from New Hampshire, East Coast Snowboarding decided that Pat would be the perfect pick for guest editor of their magazine. We couldn’t agree M00RE. Go pick up a free copy in your favorite East Coast based shop, or just check out some of these digital highlights below.

Here is some recent coverage from the February 2009 issue of Snowboarder Magazine. Included in this issue are shots from Pat Moore, Peter Line’s Colon, and Nic Sauve’s Forum Ad.

Some might think it’s a bit early to start thinking about next year’s product, but Transworld just leaked this photo, along with a few others, of Pat and his 2010 Promodel. Thought his Slayer graphic was gnarly? Well, how ‘bout this new piece?