Big-Punisher
Member
Before I begin, let me start by saying that I REALLY didn't want to have to do this, but I now feel that it is necessary. Furthermore, I am not an ass kisser by any means, nor do I care what people on this website think of me. Take a look at my post count, Ive been a member for around 2 years, and I have yet to exceed 400 posts. Anyway, here goes:
It is important that everyone know both sides of the story. You can judge these guys all you want, and that is fair. However, I think that it is really important to recognize that the judgements you make are not based on the person, but the character that they play in the ski world. I think it is obvious that, in order to be a marketable entity, skiers might tend to play up a certain image. That's all part of the game. At the same time, you have to recognize that, outside of the industry, they are ACTUAL people with real cares and concerns. For example, what do you think about Sarah Burke's words in SBC Skier, that she is really hurt by some of the shit posted here about her life? Anyway, back to the point. Sure Simon rocks the ghetto steeze, has a short fuse, and likes to shoot of his mouth. Most of the time, it's fucking funny/retarded. But you should also know that he has donated a good chunk of change to youth centers in his area, that he's actually really generous to the people around him, especially his close friends, the Bethel, Maine douche bags, and that his folks are good people. Now take that video for face value, and enjoy the entertaining/ridiculous/what the fuck did he just say that words of Simon Dumontttttttt!
It is important that everyone know both sides of the story. You can judge these guys all you want, and that is fair. However, I think that it is really important to recognize that the judgements you make are not based on the person, but the character that they play in the ski world. I think it is obvious that, in order to be a marketable entity, skiers might tend to play up a certain image. That's all part of the game. At the same time, you have to recognize that, outside of the industry, they are ACTUAL people with real cares and concerns. For example, what do you think about Sarah Burke's words in SBC Skier, that she is really hurt by some of the shit posted here about her life? Anyway, back to the point. Sure Simon rocks the ghetto steeze, has a short fuse, and likes to shoot of his mouth. Most of the time, it's fucking funny/retarded. But you should also know that he has donated a good chunk of change to youth centers in his area, that he's actually really generous to the people around him, especially his close friends, the Bethel, Maine douche bags, and that his folks are good people. Now take that video for face value, and enjoy the entertaining/ridiculous/what the fuck did he just say that words of Simon Dumontttttttt!
