Winter X Games 12

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  • 2008
  • 1 Season

Winter X Games 12, also known as WXG 12, was an extreme sports competition held in Aspen, Colorado, from January 24 to 28, 2008, and it aired on ESPN. This event brought together the world's top athletes in snowboarding, freeskiing, skateboarding, and snowmobiling, who competed in various disciplines and categories to prove their skills, creativity, and courage in front of a live audience and millions of viewers worldwide.

The Winter X Games 12 was a thrilling experience from start to finish, as it featured high-speed runs, massive jumps, dizzying spins, and intricate tricks that left the audience and judges in awe. The competition was divided into several events, including Big Air, Superpipe, Slopestyle, Snowmobile Freestyle, and Snowboarder X, each with its own challenges and rewards.

The Big Air event was perhaps the most breathtaking of them all, as it required athletes to launch themselves off a massive ramp and perform their most daring and spectacular maneuvers in midair. Snowboarders and skiers alike wowed the crowd with their spins, flips, and twists, some of which involved spinning multiple times and landing backwards or sideways. The judges assessed these tricks based on their difficulty, execution, and style, giving the competitors scores that determined their rank and chances of advancing to the finals.

The Superpipe event was another crowd-pleaser, as it showcased the athletes' ability to soar high and gracefully through a giant halfpipe, while performing an array of tricks and combinations. The pipe was impeccably groomed and maintained, with walls up to 22 feet high, which allowed riders to build up speed and amplitude before launching into the air. The standout performers in this event included Shaun White, who won gold in both the men's snowboard and skateboard Superpipe, and Sarah Burke, who won gold for the women's ski Superpipe.

The Slopestyle event was a test of versatility and creativity, as it required the athletes to navigate a complex course filled with rails, jumps, and other obstacles, and perform a fluid and unique run. This event also involved strategic planning and risk-taking, as athletes had to choose the best lines and tricks to impress the judges and outdo their competitors. Highlights of the Slopestyle event included Tanner Hall's triple cork, Torstein Horgmo's frontside 1080, and Jamie Anderson's switch backside 180, which earned them high scores and enthusiastic applause.

The Snowmobile Freestyle event was a relatively new addition to the X Games, but it quickly became a fan favorite, as it pushed the limits of what was possible on a motorized snow vehicle. Competitors rode their snowmobiles up a tall ramp and launched into the air, where they performed a variety of stunts and maneuvers, such as flips, turns, and no-handed grabs. The judges gave scores based on the difficulty, creativity, and execution of these tricks, as well as the height and distance of the jumps.

Last but not least, the Snowboarder X event pitted several riders against each other in a high-speed race down a course filled with banked turns, jumps, and rollers. The objective was to be the first one to cross the finish line, while avoiding collisions and maintaining control of the board. This event required not only speed and skill but also strategy and endurance, as the riders had to navigate through multiple heats and semi-finals before reaching the medal rounds.

Throughout the Winter X Games 12, the athletes proved that they were not only skilled and dedicated but also passionate and creative about their sports. They shared their stories, personalities, and camaraderie with the audience, who cheered them on and respected their achievements. In addition, the event showcased the beauty and excitement of snow sports, as well as their potential for innovation and inspiration.

Overall, the Winter X Games 12 was a fantastic show that captured the essence of extreme sports and brought it to life on the global stage. It combined thrill, art, and drama in a way that left a lasting impression on anyone who witnessed it. Whether you're a fan of snowboarding, freeskiing, skateboarding, or snowmobiling, or simply a lover of sports and entertainment, the Winter X Games 12 was a must-watch event that delivered on all fronts.

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Seasons
Best of Snowmobile
7. Best of Snowmobile
January 25, 2008
Winter X Games Twelve welcomed a brand new event called Snowmobile Speed & Style which rocked the house on Night One of the Games. However, see who would end up rocking the Gold Medal Bling in the very Best of Snowmobile!
Best of Snowboarding
6. Best of Snowboarding
January 30, 2008
Shaun White, Gretchen Bleiler, Andreas Wiig, Torah Bright, Nate Holland, Jamie Anderson, Kevin Pearce, and Lindsey Jacobellis make riding a snowboard look magical. Watch these "Snowboarder Magicians" as they left the Aspen crowd in utter disbelief at Winter X Games Twelve. This is the Best of Snowboarding!
Best of Skiing
5. Best of Skiing
January 30, 2008
The very best Winter X Games skiers from around the world ventured into battle with gold on their minds. However, when the smoke finally cleared many of those awesome skiers were laying in an Aspen hospital bed. Watch to see who survived to take home gold and who just survived.
X Center Day 4
4. X Center Day 4
January 29, 2008
It was labeled "Survival Sunday" on this Day Four of Winter X Games Twelve and the fans came out to say good bye to the Winter X Games athletes of 2008 watching them compete for gold medals.
X Center Day 3
3. X Center Day 3
January 28, 2008
It was a busy day as gold medals were awarded in Snowboarder X, Snowboard Slopestyle, Snowmobile SnoCross, and Snowboard Big Air in Aspen. Host Todd Harris recaps the action and welcomes Winter X Games Twelve stars: Kevin Pearce, Torstein Horgmo, and 4-Time Winter X Games Gold Medalist Janna Meyen to the show.
X Center Day 2
2. X Center Day 2
January 26, 2008
Aspen's "Favorite Daughter" Gretchen Bleiler captured a gold medal in the Women's Snowboard SuperPipe, then visited X Center to talk about the accomplishment and what the future has in store for her. Actor Hayden Christensen also stopped by as the Winter X Games fan talks about the Skiing Big Air competition and his role in the upcoming movie "Jumper" which debuts February 14th.
X Center Day 1
1. X Center Day 1
January 25, 2008
This year's Winter X Games welcomes a new event called Snowmobile Speed and Style as a champion gets crowned. Professional skateboarder Jake Brown shares his views on Day One of Winter X Games Twelve competition and discusses his dramatic recovery from the horrific fall he experienced while competing in the 2007 Summer X Games. While the always popular Sal Masekela previews the Top 10 stories of Winter X Games Twelve and gives predictions on who he feels will be collecting gold medals.
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  • Premiere Date
    January 25, 2008