The defining face behind one of newschool skiing’s flagship brands is moving on.
After spending close to two decades working with Orage, Mike Nick is leaving the company.
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In an email circulated earlier today, Nick thanked his long-time friends and supporters.
“Its with mixed emotions that I email you to announce my departure from Orage,” he said.
“Its been 2 amazing decades and Ive experienced things I never imagined.
Newschoolers: To put it bluntly, why are you doing this?
Mike Nick: It’s just that time.
For no negative reason, simply because it was time.
So between LINE, Siver and Orage that’s 20 years right there.
NS: What are you most looking forward to as you step away from the controls at Orage?
Its a completely blank slate right now.
MN: The Siver Young Gun Open still remains one that I’m most proud of.
Matt Walker, Joe Schuster, Shea Flynn and LJ Strenio are still crushing it.
NS: Stepping away, how do you feel about where you’re leaving Orage?
Is it in good hands?
MN: Orage is in good hands.
It’s always interesting how things work when they come full circle.
NS: Any advice for youngsters looking to follow down the path you’ve cleared?
MN: Honestly, its probably way harder now than back in my day… MN: My dad for teaching me to ski… this is probably all a result of that.
It’s been a great ride, and i’ll see you on the mountain.
