Barely Made It Photo Book by Patrick Armbruster

Barely Made It is an extensive and intimate documentation of snowboarding during the 1990's and 2000's as captured by a photographer on the front lines as riding culture went from being a fringe tribe of fun seekers to becoming a full fledged cultural phenomena. A must read for those who pine for the days when rules were bent, barriers were broken and lifelong bonds created. With stellar photography, insightful words and an overall "remember when" vibe Barely Made It is a worthy addition to every snowboarders bookcase. From humble beginnings, snowboarding grew into a global sports juggernaut in a few short decades. For those involved, it was more than a sport. It was a lifestyle, a movement that had its roots in skateboarding and surfing. Initially powered by core media magazines and videos, showcasing the best freestyle riding from backcountry to competitions in every edition, a plethora of new brands and events had entered the scene by the mid-nineties. In less than a decade, prize m