Judd Henkes grew up a surfer in Southern California. He found a way to transfer his skills to become one of the best snowboarders in the US. But how does he navigate these two worlds with two distinct communities and support groups as he fights for a spot on the 2026 Olympic Team?

Home Mountain: I spent all of my formative years at Mammoth Mountain in Mammoth Lakes, California. I still consider Mammoth my home mountain.

Name one thing that makes for an ultimate day on the mountain: Snowboarding with a good group of friends and riding some great snow!


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