Andy Finch and his violin are confirmed

Nationality: American

Birth Date: 3/20/81

Rides: Goofy (27°,-12°)

Sponsors: Palmer, Ripcurl, Adidas, Giro, Fox, Monster, The Collection, Kicker


Board: Palmer Finch Pro Model

Boots: APX Vintage

Bindings: Burton Cartels

Go big or go home. That’s the motto of Andy Finch. Take a look at any footage of Finch riding pipe or big air and you’ll understand. He’s willing and able to push himself as far as he can go to the point just before injury. And he does this simply for the love of going big and progressing his riding.

Originally from Fresno, California and currently residing in Truckee, California, Andy Finch claims Shawn Farmer as the first pro rider to which he looked for inspiration. Learning to ride at age 12, Andy poured over videos and magazines, soaking in as much of the snowboard culture as he could. He started competing in events during his high school years, but as soon as high school was over, he hit the road and he hasn’t looked back since.

A member of the 2006 US Olympic snowboard team and strong competitor on the Swatch TTR World tour, the 07/08 season promises to be a good one. Finch already has a TTR Title under his belt placing first in the Half Pipe at the TTR Four (4) Star Garnier Fructis Australian Open 2007. He also placed in the top ten, finishing fourth in the Slope Style at the same event.

Overcoming a broken wrist that had him sidelined for most of last season, Andy Finch will be back with a vengeance, looking to push his heights both in the pipe and in the rankings, aiming for a shot at the Swatch TTR World Title.

Pics by Mooney