Sapporo's legendary rider, Kenji "ANDY" Ando, joins the TACTICS team!
His versatile and innovative approach has earned him acclaim both at home and abroad, and he rides any slope with ease, from backcountry to groomers and parks. He effortlessly handles a wide range of features, including cliffs, pillows, steep slopes, and ground tricks, all on a single snowboard, and his unique style and advanced techniques have earned him the respect of snowboarders of all generations.
In 2023, RIDE SNOWBOARDS will release the "ANDY x DAYZE WARPIG," the first signature model by a Japanese rider. Based on the iconic "WARPIG" that Andy has used for many years, this special model features artwork by renowned artist Ryosuke Horii, symbolizing Andy's contributions to the snowboarding world. In addition to snowboarding, Andy is also well-versed in skateboarding, BMX, and fly fishing, and these diverse activities have had a major influence on his riding style. Andy's passion and technical ability belie his age, and he continues to attract attention from younger generations.
As a symbol of innovation and perseverance in the Japanese snowboarding world, Andy is expanding his influence globally. Known in the snowboarding world as a "genius of play," Andy is a key figure in driving the evolution of snowboarding culture.
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