Park Rat Tom
Tom Haraden is a filmer, photographer, and regular contributor to various snowboard publications. From an early age, he became highly involved in the small, but dedicated, East Coast freestyle movement. With over 16+ years of filming & riding experience, Tom has finally decided to migrate West. Follow Tom and friends as they explore Utah's park & pipe scene from an entirely new perspective.
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Spring Contest Mayhem
Posted by Park Rat Tom on April 12, 2013There's just so much room for activities in the spring...and there's plenty of snow, sun and good times still waiting! Here's a little recap from what you might've missed and what to watch out for...because it's definitely not over.
Wish You Were Here
Posted by Park Rat Tom on March 28, 201325" of snow from this past storm left Brighton and the rest of the Wasatch with one helluva start to the spring-season.
Park City TransAM 2013
Posted by Park Rat Tom on March 14, 2013The TransAM Finals return to PCMR on March 16th, showcasing some of the most creative riding & contest setups in snowboarding.
32 Day at Brighton
Posted by Park Rat Tom on March 6, 2013Quite possibly the funnest event of the season.
Grudge Match 2013
Posted by Park Rat Tom on February 14, 2013Local rippers battle it out for $500 cash at Canyons Resort.
2013 Sprint Grand Prix @ PCMR
Posted by Park Rat Tom on January 21, 2013Watch some of the best halfpipe skiers and snowboarders in the world battle it out for a chance at the Olympics. Free event!
Rat Tales: Here & There
Posted by Park Rat Tom on January 19, 2013Trick stickin' round Snowbasin, Park City, Brighton & the streets of SLC. Snow is everywhere, get outside!
Trick Tip w/ Turbo: The Ollie
Posted by Park Rat Tom on January 7, 2013Tyler "Turbo" Blackburn takes us into the new Neffland Park at PCMR to teach us how ollie.
Dear Santa
Posted by Park Rat Tom on December 19, 2012A few great ways to give back during the holidays!
December Rail Jam Round-up
Posted by Park Rat Tom on December 6, 2012With a solid month of riding under our belts, and a healthy set of storm cycles on the way, December is looking all-time! Check out some of the events headed our way during the month of December.
Rat Tales: Brighton Opening Day
Posted by Park Rat Tom on November 14, 2012With 47" of fresh stuff from our last storm here in Utah, opening day at Brighton went down in proper fashion.
MacGyver's Guide to Preseason Backcountry
Posted by Park Rat Tom on November 1, 2012Nature called, and guess who answered...
Make them say AAHHH: An interview with Greg Stump
Posted by Park Rat Tom on October 15, 2012Greg talks about the trials, tribulations, & techniques of the ski film genre. Greg's new film "Legend of Aahhh's" shows Oct. 25th at Brewvies in Salt Lake City. This is surely an event not to miss!
Thirsty for snow?
Posted by Park Rat Tom on July 9, 2012How about a recap of snowboard highlights from this past season...
Shred On: A Park Rat's Top 5 Spring Activities
Posted by Park Rat Tom on April 16, 2012The sun is warm, the snow is soft, springtime in Utah is really going off!
Local Laps @ Snowbasin
Posted by Park Rat Tom on March 27, 2012Do you ever wonder where to find all the fun side-hits, trees & gaps at a new resort? Follow a local! KC Russell shows us the way...
Spring Fever @ PCMR
Posted by Park Rat Tom on March 19, 2012Mushy-slushy-slippery-fast-sunny fun...and dancing!
Canis Lupis 2012
Posted by Park Rat Tom on March 6, 2012Banks, bumps, rocks & stumps; racing down a double black diamond w/ Josh Scheuerman & friends.
Weekly Park Report: Dawn of the Shred Recap
Posted by Park Rat Tom on January 21, 2012Another fun contest @ Brighton...doesn't get much better!
Weekly Park Report: Rail Jams!
Posted by Park Rat Tom on January 10, 2012This past week was stacked for events and romping good times. Sun, snow & the start of a whole new winter. I have evidence.
Weekly Park Report
Posted by Park Rat Tom on January 3, 2012While we all wait for the snow to start piling up, why not check out the park?
Park City: Three Kings
Posted by Park Rat Tom on December 22, 2011Park City Mountain Resort has their parks dialed...and this is just the beginning!
The Bone Zone
Posted by Park Rat Tom on November 9, 2011Nestled deep in to the woods along Guardsman Pass lies a snowboarder's paradise. Rails, logs, jumps, you name it...the Bone Zone is undoubtedly the holy grail of preseason terrain parks.
Hide Your Couches: The 5 Golden Rules of Surfing
Posted by Park Rat Tom on October 21, 2011Moving to a new shred destination without a place to live can get tricky. Here are a few tips for survival while couch-surfing.
My Winning Submission
Posted by Park Rat Tom on October 5, 2011Hey, here is the video I put together that sealed my spot as the Ski Utah Park Rat Blogger. I'm bummed to have missed the first dusting, but I'm on my and I'll see you soon Utah.
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