Though each skier represented a different nation, all three ride for a single brand: Volkl Skis.
That podium sweep solidified what we already knew, Volkls competition skiers are at the top of the game.
However, the success of their competition athletes often leads to a misconception that Volkl is only competition brand.
Yet, many of skiings ‘other’ big names spend their winters with Volkls on their feet.
For the past decade Volkl has been quietly supporting these sorts of athletes to do what they do best.
They have supported me for multiple years without asking an unrealistic amount back.
Ahmet quickly proved to be a key member of Volkls team with an ever-growing resume of film appearances.
He made a name for himself with urban segments in Meathead Films and Rage Films.
Invitations from other production companies quickly followed, including Level 1 and Good Company.
Ahmet has been on the Volkl team for over ten years now.
Year after year they have been behind my skiing helping me fund what I do best.
For the upcoming winter, Ahmet has an ambitious filming plan laid out.
We cannot wait to see what he comes up with.
Ahmet styling above Mont Blanc.
That comp was a huge deal back then and gave me credibility, Tanner told us.
The demo reel led to a park segment in Matchsticks now iconic 2004 film, Yearbook.
The film certainly had a big effect on my ski career, he said.
For the past four years Tanner has been supported by Volkl.
Volkl has been a huge help.
The gear is unbeatable, they continue to innovate and keep the highest quality.
I feel very fortunate.
Tanner Rainville surfing the wave.
Photo: Sean Logan.
Most recently, Tanner has been a key part of filming with The Big Picture.
Ive always loved just skiing around with friends, Tanner said.
Volkl helps out with travel budget for some of the films, explained Tanner.
As for Tanners plans for the upcoming winter?
Ski deep pow whenever I can, CO needs a big winter!.
Tanner Rainville skiing some deep pow not in Colorado.
Volkl are still endeavouring to provide for a generation of upcoming shredders who stay away from the competition spotlight.
The French skiers passion for skiing and visual art often intertwine.
Im as much of a filmer as a skier.
One has inspired the other and vice versa, thats for sure, he explained.
Both his skill on skis and skill behind a camera have been supported.
They followed all of my concepts and ideas.
The Frenchman also emphasized the teams personal involvement in designing the skis.
We get involved in the building and improvement of the skis, he said.
Its amazing to take part in the creation such iconic skis.
Making skis that help us ride better, its the best kind of support.
Tom Ritsch greasing a rail with Fabio Studer.
Tom plans to continue producing backcountry edits this upcoming winter rather than just park.
Were working together as a team and everyones opinion gets heard, I like that.
It’s a relationship that seems to pay off in terms of allowing classic ski porn output too.
