Monoskis & Plastic Wings; History of Freeride #3 from The Perfect Moment
Taking Chamonix by snowstorm in the 70's were freeride entrepreneurs such as Perfect Moment founder, Thierry Donard.
His monoski straight-lining skills are impressive and so are Bernard Garcia's early attempt at speed-flying.
If you have enjoyed these epic video moments then be sure to check the feature length movie, La Nuit de la Glisse - showing at the cinema in 3D.
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See allLatest News & ReviewsChamonix hosts a wide range of sporting events throughout the year. The biggest ones include the Mont Blanc Marathon in June and the UTMB trail running race in August. In March, the Unlimited Festival brings ravers to the mountains while Musilac Mont Blanc takes place a month later. At the end of July, the Cosmo Jazz Festival hosts concerts all around the valley.
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