Fast, furious, and intense come to mind when I think of the hours i've spent playing this game. The graphics are crisp and clean, as i've come to expect from high profile Gamecube games. The controls can be awkward at first but once the controller setup is grasped, you'll be shredding the slopes with ease. Most importantly, the game is at all times a great experience. It little matters whether i'm flying out front in a race or bringing up the rear, the game maintains its fun factor. The ability to free ride and the inclusion of "Big Challenges" add considerably to the game's already lengthy life span. The soundtrack fits the game and the announcer is uncommonly smooth among recorded video game announcers. Nearly everything about you boarder can be customized from their hairstyly to their backpacks. Each of the peaks offer great challenges and ease the player into more and more difficult slopes. I cannot praise this game enough, it's quite simply put...great. 9.6/10