Craig Kelly is often considered the godfather of snowboarding. He was a legend in his own time. His friends will tell you that was smart, carefree, seasoned, aggressive and down to earth. Terje Haakonsen, considered a legend himself, says Kelly is the best snowboarder of all time, and you'd be hard pressed to find anyone who disagrees. After quitting being a pro snowboader, he died in an avalanche in Canada.