Skibau

The opening ceremony of the Dynafit Headquarter in Kiefersfelden was an absolute highlight, not least because of the ski workshop. A whole day was filled with our own ski construction and the subsequent opening ceremony with drinks and music.

A freeride camp where you have the opportunity to learn from the pros, refresh your knowledge of avalanche safety and get valuable first-hand tips on ski care and repair.

Canadian Eric Hjorleifson, better known as Hoji, has been shaking up the freeski scene for 20 years. He first made a name for himself as a young talent in MSP's films, but is now increasingly drawn towards material development. We spoke to Hoji about his beginnings as a pro, current developments in the sport and, of course, about equipment.

Frederic Andes and the Valhalla team build high-quality skis by hand, which are manufactured entirely in Freiburg. The shapes are aimed at the freeride touring sector and are correspondingly light, with particular attention paid to a durable construction during production. I took a look at Valhalla and asked Freddi a few questions. I also took a ski with me to test, you can find my impressions after the interview.

Who hasn't always wanted to shape their own board? Your own pro model, so to speak! Exactly the shape you've always wanted for your board? The CLARK from YES Snowboards makes it possible! All you need is an idea and a jigsaw!

In spring, I was actually in Altenmarkt for something else when I was asked by Atomic's marketing department: "Would you like to have a look at our ski production?" Of course, I didn't have to think twice. It's not every day that you get the opportunity to see one of the big ski production facilities from the inside!

What skier doesn't dream of owning a ski that they have built and designed themselves? From the base to the length, waist, stiffness and design - everything is tailored to your own wishes. DREAMY! A small Bavarian company is now turning this dream into reality: at Build2Ride in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, you can build your own (winter) sports equipment as part of a two-day workshop with a little bit of manual skill. Of course, we didn't want to miss out on this and paid the guys in Garmisch a visit.