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Chason Russell takes podium spot at the first stop of the Subaru Freeskiing World Tour

Friday, February 13th, 2009

Wagner Custom Factory Team Rider, Chason Russell, took third place at the 2009 Subaru Telluride Freeskiing World Tour Qualifier. Some of the best freeskiers in the world faced hardpack and boney conditions at the Telluride event. I was relieved that no one was seriously injured given the challenging nature of the course and snowpack. The [...]

The American Solar Energy Society recognizes the Wagner Custom ski factory’s energy and recycling initiatives

Sunday, November 23rd, 2008

The American Solar Energy Society featured Wagner Custom skis’ ultra-modern, clean and green ski factory in its December 2008 issue of Solar Today magazine.  Solar Today recognized Wagner Custom for its industry leading energy and recycling initiatives. Wagner Custom is by no means perfect.  However, the company has several energy and waste reduction [...]

Ski Design Guidelines and Tips for Buying Skis

Saturday, October 11th, 2008

About 7 years ago I purchased a pair of skis that seemed perfect for me.  They received great reviews in the ski buyers guides.  I talked to people at ski shops who recommended them.  They were made by a respectable ski company.  I flexed them at a ski shop and thought they would be ideal [...]

2009 Winterstick snowboards now available

Sunday, September 7th, 2008

Available only through Winterstick.com, the first 2009 Winterstick boards are ready.  Wagner Custom worked closely with Winterstick rider/owner/designer Tom Burt to create the 2009 line-up that includes the legendary Swallowtail, ST 162, ST 166, and Tom Burt Pro 172 models. If you’re looking for the ultimate powder snowboard (the Winterstick Swallowtail, of course) or [...]

Legendary Rider Tom Burt Steps into Owner Role for Winterstick Snowboards

Monday, September 1st, 2008

I’m really excited that Tom Burt, big-mountain snowboarder icon, is now an owner/rider for Winterstick snowboards.  The Wagner Custom crew is going into its second year of designing and producing Winterstick boards.  Last season, we worked closely with Tom Burt to develop the 2009 line-up of Winterstick boards which are available now, exclusively through