Big mountain freeriding doesn’t simply require an expert’s skills, it also demands an athlete’s performance. An uncanny combination of strength, stamina, conditioning, and balance allows riders to sustain massive g-forces while turning and still stomping cliffs with precision…

…it’s that kind of playful, joyful exuberance his coaches see too. Head snowboard coach for Team Palisades Tahoe Wes Pyatt has been working with Tavo for almost 13 years now. He says. “Tavo the kind of guy who shows up for practice when it’s raining and still has a smile on his face. He has that kind of enthusiasm and passion for the sport.”