In December 2008 we wrote about Norwegian freeskier Fred Syversen who jumped into the spotlight by half-accidentally breaking the world record of cliff dropping. Fred was filming with Perfect Moment in Swiss mountains when he missed the right cliff and dropped 107 meters. In Homeboy’s Fred Syversen interview he describes that amazing day in detail.

Few days ago here in Homeboy headquarters we wondering “whazzup with our buddy Fred?” and decided to ask him. Here’s a quick update from Fred Syversen, the Norwegian Viking.

Homeboy: What up, Fred? How is life treating you?

Fred: I am preparing for winter, it’s already on here in Norway. Couple of ski stations opening this weekend. Otherwise I have been busy with SteepZone, our company. Next week I am going to a skishow in London in order to promote my new skisponsor Whitedot Freeride, and later I will travel to the factory to produce a pro model. This is the same factory that produces Burton snowboards. Otherwise looking for some sponsors for this winter.

Homeboy: What kind of plans have you got for the upcoming ski season?

Fred: Well, it depends a little on the snow conditions.. Most probably I will start the season here in Norway and then I will be on my way to Chamonix. I have also planned a roadtrip in Canada in end of January, and that will include visiting a number of ski resorts. I am really looking forward to that trip.

Fred: There will also be some filming in Norway in the end of February and probably March. I will also film with Perfect Moment / Nuit de la Glisse, I’ll go on a cinema film tour with them in the beginning of this season.

Homeboy: What were the highlights of last season?

Fred: Last winter was very good in Europe, and I had a good season. I had some really good filming with Perfect Moment / Nuit de la Glisse and some good pics done, so it was a blast, even though I would have liked to have some more filming done. I’ll see to that this winter!

Homeboy: Couple of years ago you broke the world record on cliff dropping. Did anything change in your life after that huge 117 meter fall?

Fred: It’s been going off ever since, it’s pretty crazy. Now I hope more people can get to know my skiing

Homeboy: Who do you think will win Freeride World Tour this year?

Fred: I am not so much into comps, much more interested in filming. Filming is forever, nobody remembers who won a comp last year. Is it 2 or 3 world tours now, I lost track. Honestly, I have no idea who is up for a win this winter, it’s a bunch of good skiers out there. But I wish everybody a good winter

Thanks Fred for this quick update! We hope you have a great season. See you in Chamonix!