 Emilio Previtali
Emilio Previtali  Inspired by the mountains and powder which are in his soul, Emilio lives for the challenge of sport and for the challenge of using his sport to inspire others. He is a true endurance athlete - pushing the envelope in so many disciplines - from sport climbing to ironman triathlons, from snowboard freeride contests to ultra-distance cycle racing. From his earliest years he has sought to challenge himself. Beyond the world of competition Emilio has become world-renowned for his high altitude snowboard descents. His purity of style and approach to these adventures have gained him tremendous respect. Between his adventures Emilio is also chief editor of FREE.rider magazine. This is the other side to Emilio’s explorations; pushing the limits and living his adventures Emilio believes in the importance of sharing, of telling his stories with images, words and ideas. Living the dream; the plans, the hopes, the river of emotions and feelings, the execution of the adventure. His hope is to stimulate and to inspire those who listen, to encourage them to explore their own limits and to live more intensely. But this is not only for the stranger; for Emilio part of his life adventure is to share his explorations with his wife and children, while being true to his own calling in his challenges and expeditions. We are privileged when we accept the fear and difficulty to take risks in territory that is unknown to us, not only on the mountain but in all we make in life. For Emilio this is life; the emotion that you have when you achieve something you thought not to be possible, when you realise a dream. Website: Birthdate: 5/3/1967 Nickname: Amalio, Waldo Favorite Destination: Every place with deep powder, mountains and no people around. Favorite The North Face Product: Catalyst JKT. Ultralight, ultrawarm, ultracool. Proudest Moment: Me and my 3 kids riding powder in snowboard, few days ago. Cause(s): Everything about kids. Words To Live By: Keep going. Never give up. Favorite Cook and Dish: Bread and sparkling water. My wife Michela's apple cake. Favorite Book: Zen and the Art of Archery Most Recent Epic: Only a few minutes in your life are really epic. When I dropped inside the North Face of Shishapangma with my snowboard, that was epic. Most Humbling Moment: In 2000, I fell for over 40 meters over a cliff, riding my snowboard. It took one year of hard work to recover. Three year to teach to my body and my mind that I can keep going. Inspiration Within the Sport: People who are able to innovate yet retain respect for the past. Favorite Mountain: Everest North Face; Monte Misma, the small hill behind my house. Favorite Films: La Vita è Bella, with Roberto Benigni. Greatest Fear: To die. How I relax: Running at slow pace. Philosophy: Too much philosophy kill creativity. Life Highlights:
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