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Headline: RAW VIDEO: French Snowboarder Pierre Vaultier Performs Astonishing Jumps Over Lake
Caption: **VIDEO AVAILABLE: CONTACT INFO@COVERMG.COM TO RECEIVE** French snowboarder Pierre Vaultier’s latest project, Floating Shapes, sees the two-time Olympic champion seamlessly gliding over ice and water in an astonishing display of skill and precision at Pontillas Lake in the French Alps. Riding a pump track constructed on a lake’s thin ice, he demonstrated an unparalleled mastery of control, proving that even the most extreme conditions can become a playground for innovation. The challenge required meticulous accuracy, as sections of the track narrowed to just 50 centimetres. A deviation of mere centimetres could have sent Vaultier plunging into the freezing waters below, where temperatures hovered at just 1°C. Every turn and carve had to be executed with flawless precision, showcasing the fine balance between risk and control. Speaking about the project, Vaultier reflected on the uniqueness of the challenge. “The idea was to create something completely original, something we haven’t seen before,” he explains. “The lake provided the perfect setting to push those boundaries. The images and aesthetics of this project are unlike anything in snowboarding.” Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the resort of Serre Chevalier, Vaultier’s performance shows new ways to challenge the conventional limits of the sport. Since 2019, he has embarked on a series of ambitious projects, including Shapes, Reshapes, and Red Bull Dual Shapes, each designed to push the discipline into uncharted territory. With Floating Shapes, he has once again blended technical precision with creative vision, transforming snowboarding into an art form that thrives on fluidity, balance, and grace. Rather than relying on explosive tricks, the project emphasised a seamless, flowing motion, allowing Vaultier to ‘paint’ his movements onto the lake’s frozen canvas. Vaultier’s latest project was supported by luxury sportswear brand Prada Linea Rossa, whose cutting-edge gear provided him with the flexibility and insulation required to perform under such demanding conditions. The synergy between high-performance apparel and elite-level athleticism added an extra dimension to the visual storytelling of Floating Shapes.
Keywords: snowboarding, alps, skiing, jumps, stunt, red bull, feature, photo, video
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