Snowboard aficionados can show off their acumen at Gunstock event

Methodology returns to Gunstock for a fourth consecutive year next month. (Mike Azevedo photo)

GILFORD - Methodology returns to Gunstock for a fourth consecutive year on Feb. 8.

Methodology is a snowboard-only event open to riders of all ages. The speed competition with an added freestyle element is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Gunstock's Smith trail. Riders will be timed as they navigate a bank slalom course before performing their best Method Air Grab. Time will be deducted from each participant's course time based on their Method execution.

Winners in eight categories will claim sponsor prizes. A raffle, open to all, will take place during the awards presentation in Gunstock's Pistol Pub following the competition. Prizes are provided by event sponsors.

All snowboarders are welcome, and two runs are allowed per entry. Proceeds benefit the Chill Foundation, an organization that encourages youth to overcome adversity through boardsports.

Registration is limited and a Gunstock lift ticket or season pass is required to participate. The registration fee is $26.05. Riders can secure their place in the competition, and learn more about Methodology, at methodologysnow.com. For participants who are not Gunstock season passholders, event-only lift tickets are available and priced at $50 at gunstock.com. Helmets are required.