Discover the hidden gem of European skiers: Andorra By Nils Schlebusch Andorra is a snowcapped paradise in the Pyrenees. It used to be a smuggler’s enclave between France and Spain. I know about it because my grandfather fell in love with the country as a young man, and for the next sixty years he made […]
Read ArticleMIA MARIE OVERGAARD Danish illustrator Mia Marie Overgaard has always been an artist at heart, but her path towards a professional career in the arts has been long and winding. Now a sought-after professional living in Toronto, she enjoys coffee in the morning (especially the Hawaiian kind), freestyle knitting, long hikes through the woods, searching […]
Read ArticleMONSIEUR Z Monsieur Z is a French illustrator who combines the lush atmosphere of the French Riviera (circa 1950) with the clean lines of mid-century California architecture. As a Traffic NYC artist, he recently teamed up with Wagner Custom Skis to create five pairs of playful, elegant skis. Here is the collection, and an exclusive […]
Read ArticleThe Road to Recovery By Jake Hutchinson Gravity and speed are a wonderful combination. That’s a large part of why skiing is so damn fun. Unfortunately, the human body doesn’t absorb impact without damage, with obvious result in the occasional truncated season. In my 20 plus years ski patrolling, I’ve seen and stabilized all kinds […]
Read ArticleAn inside look at how we make custom skis Have you ever given thought to how skis are made? The process inside our slopeside factory, located steps from Telluride Ski Resort, differs significantly from big brands that are mass produced. Each pair of skis we build is precision crafted to match that particular skier’s needs, […]
Read ArticleA How-To on Avalanche Rescue By Jake Hutchinson This article is a refresher for backcountry skiers on the topic of avalanche rescue technique. This is not a substitute for an avalanche rescue course or snow-safety class. The more education you can receive and real-life practice you can perform, the better. In my experience, many skiers […]
Read ArticleEpisode 8: Chris Davenport – Speaking The Language Of The Mountains Chris Davenport is our apostle of skiing, spreading his fiery passion for a floating turn across the hills. On this episode of Next Level Skiing, the lifelong student of skiing shares how learning the basics, grabbing the bull by the horns, opening all your […]
Read ArticleGive a one-of-a-kind gift this season “Wagner Custom is a small US ski factory that helps people find their mountain mastery through its unbelievably sweet, custom-fit, tailor-made skis.” – SNOW Magazine Every year, Wagner Custom handcrafts just a few of the world’s best skis. Each ski we precision craft is dedicated to an individual skier’s […]
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