 
Whether is is tree skiing, cliff jumping, hike-to-get-to runs or back country ski mountaineering, John Egan lives it.. To John, it means pushing his own personal limits.
Known throughout the world for his extreme talent, John has skied 70 degree slopes, hurdled 110 feet through the air, and skied some places he wished he never even tried. Extreme skiing has taught John to persevere and focus acutely. It has taught him that the only real obstacles in life are those self-imposed.
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Johns dream began a s a little boy in the family driveway in a Boston suburb. He discovered the thrill of big air from a flying jump off a picnic table atop an adjacent hill. That was only the beginning. In the seventies, John made Sugarbush, Vermont his home. In the era of the ski bum, he did it better than anyone - washing dishes by night, competing and racing in the pro tour by day. Discovered by master of the film industry, Warren Miller, John quickly became a regular in ski films, and was referred to by Miller as the ATV of skiers - the boldest and most innovative to come along.
During the early eighties, John honed his skills in Chamonix, France with all-time skiing great, Patrick Valacent. In 1988, John was joined by brother Dan and the Egan Brothers went on to dominate ski magazines and films worldwide. They have directed and produced numerous award-winning films. As dynamic spokesmen and advocates for the sport, the Egan Brothers have been featured in commercials, advertisements, and promotions both in and out of the ski industry.
Continuing to pursue his love of steep, deep, and untracked terrain, skiing is John's way of life. He has achieved over 30 first descents in remote locations such as Greenland, Siberia, Turkey and Romania. Whether John is teaching extreme clinics in Chile, Wyoming, British Columbia, France or Vermont, its not just about skiing. What sets John apart from a generation reared on a bungee cord is his desire to help others achieve their personal goals - not just wow them. Egans passion for skiing is infectious. His attitude is everything.
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John's love to share his experiences with others has lead to the creation of John Egan's Big World Pub and Grill. in Waitsfield, Vermont. Not only is the food World Class, but the atmosphere and collection of Memorabilia plastered all around you makes the whole experience. A sign over the front door says, Sit long, Talk Much , so come by for a visit, grab an Extreme Ale.
Stats: HEIGHT: medium, WEIGHT: 150 lbs AGE: 39 yrs BIRTHPLACE: Boston, Ma
HOME: Sugarbush, VT. MARITAL STATUS: yes...wife, Carolyn and son J. Hayden
(6 month old.)
Hobbies: Work is my hobby, but I try not to take my hobbies to seriously
Sports: my favorite sport is life, there are no time outs and it doesnt matter how you play the game.
Sponsors: John Egan Big World Pub and Grill, Dynastar, Look, Lange, Sugarbush, Leki, Snitch, Fila
Home mountain: , Sugarbush Vermont!
Best ski run in the world: It depends on the day you ask me, right now a run in Greenland I named Dessert comes to mind.
Where is the most exotic place you have ever skied: The most exotic place Ive skied was down the side of an active Volcano in the Russian Peninsula of Kamichatka after feasting with the worlds last tribe of nomadic Raindeer herders!
Describe your ultimate dream ski adventure : To climb one side of a mountain range, ski down the other side - jump in a raft and white water a couple of days to a tropical beach. As I jump onboard an awaiting yacht, the wind whips up and I sail away
Historical influences/idol: Stein Erickson, Patrick Valencent, Sylvon Sudan
describe the most horrendous ski conditions you experienced: Ten inches of hoar frost (from the steaming volcano) on top of rock-hard ice with a little wind blown thrown in! All this on a 30% pitch that dropped off on the left side with a steep cliff.
What is your definition of a perfect ski day: Any day I'm on a mountain with snow!
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