[Q&A] BlackStrap Athlete Maggie Voisin Displays on her 2024 Season

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First off, how’s Haines? What are you able to inform us in regards to the venture you’re engaged on with TGR?

It was such an unimaginable journey to Haines, and we actually lucked out with nice climate and plenty of sunshine. Being out within the mountains in Alaska is in contrast to something I’ve ever skilled. It’s not simply the depth of how large and steep the mountains are, however it’s the wild rollercoaster of feelings that comes together with snowboarding them. My journey to Haines was with Teton Gravity Analysis, and we had been filming for his or her latest film, which might be touring this Fall. I’m excited to be part of the Haines, AK journey, together with the Jackson, WY phase. 

Inform us about your first time commentating at this yr’s X Video games! Is that one thing you see your self persevering with to do?

I’m not going to lie, going into X Video games week I used to be so unbelievably nervous. I had solely commentated on a run or two earlier than, however it wasn’t something critical. I put loads of strain on myself. However the second I received into it I discovered my stream, and I had the very best time ever. It’s an honor to nonetheless be part of the X Video games, and a good larger honor to be a voice that helps signify the ladies who proceed to push the game. I hope to proceed commentating the Ladies’s ski occasions at X Video games for years to come back.

Wanting again at this season, what are your largest highlights and takeaways?

After I look again at this season, my largest highlights have been persevering with to push my snowboarding in an entire new route. I took the season off from competing in Slopestyle and Massive Air, which is what I’ve been centered on for the final 9 years of my profession. It’s been thrilling to take a step again from contests and put my total focus into snowboarding backcountry. It’s an entire totally different world. I’ve a lot nonetheless to be taught, however I like it a lot. I really feel like a rookie yet again, and it’s been actually particular to really feel like I’m snowboarding for nobody else however myself. There’s no competitors, and nobody is judging me or giving me a rating on the finish of my runs. I’m really falling in love with snowboarding yet again, and I can’t wait to see what the longer term holds. 

What received you enthusiastic about working with BlackStrap?

What received me enthusiastic about working with BlackStrap is, first off, that I’ve been rocking their balaclavas for years. I like their merchandise, and it’s an honor to be part of the group. However what actually received me excited was their enthusiasm for the route I’m taking my profession. It means all the pieces to be a part of a model that actually believes in my passions and a brand new imaginative and prescient for the longer term.

What Blackstrap gear are you sporting presently, and what are you excited to strive?

The BlackStrap gear that I’m presently sporting out within the mountains is the Expedition Hood Balaclava and the Twin Layer Tube Neck Hotter. I’m excited to strive different BlackStrap chilly climate gear, such because the Workforce Hood Balaclava. I like the perform and vogue of a person styled hood. 

What are your plans for the rest of spring and into this summer time?

Haines was my final large journey for the season, however for the rest of spring I plan on having a minimum of one spring snowboarding journey. And summer time, for me, is de facto my time to recoup and unwind. It’s my favourite season to get my thoughts and physique proper, and for me meaning going residence to Montana. I like being again within the mountains I grew up in, and spending high quality time with my family and friends. There’s nothing like going residence! It fills my cup and will get me prepared once more for the winter months. 

Any recommendations on conserving in ski form all through the summer time?

My tricks to maintain in form for the summer time are easy. I’m all about cross coaching. I feel it ought to be particular person to the particular person. Transfer in a method that you just get pleasure from, that feels good for you, don’t be afraid to combine it up, and maintain it constant. For me, I actually get pleasure from and prioritize energy coaching, yoga, mountaineering, and biking. Not solely am I centered on my bodily well being, however getting my thoughts proper performs an enormous position in my total wellbeing. Being in nature is all the time primary for me, together with meditation, breath work, and nervous system regulating workouts. A mix of all these issues make me really feel my greatest.