Montec athlete Felix Wiemers: Big lines from Fieberbrunn to Alaska

Name: Felix Wiemers
Bio: Freeride Skier · Montec Team · Freeride World Tour Podium
Age: 37
Hometown: Biedenkopf/Germany
Based in: Zillertal/Austria

Felix Wiemers grew up in the middle of Germany, far from big peaks, but skiing was always part of his life thanks to his parents, who were both ski instructors. Every free minute was spent in the Alps, and it wasn’t long before he found his way from the parks into freeride. That path eventually took him onto the Freeride World Tour, where he stood on podiums in Fieberbrunn and put down a line in Alaska that he’s still proud of today.

Now a long-time member of the Montec family, Felix keeps chasing big mountain days with the same motivation he had as a kid. Whether it’s touring, competing, or riding with friends, he brings a mix of experience, style, and passion to everything he does. In this interview, he shares some of the highlights, the people who inspired him, and the moments that continue to fuel his love for skiing as each new winter approaches.

When and how did your skiing journey begin?

I started skiing with my parents, who were both ski instructors as well as teachers. Even though I grew up far from real mountains in the middle of Germany, we spent every free minute we could in the Alps. I fell in love with skiing young and I still can’t get enough.

How would you describe your riding today, and how has it evolved through the different chapters of your career?

When I was young, I did a lot of gymnastics, and that still influences my riding today. Back then, I loved throwing flips in big mountain runs, at a time when not many riders were doing that. These days I’m always looking for big freeride lines, but I still like to mix in tricks whenever I can. Traveling has also shaped my skiing over the years, pushing me to adapt to new terrain and conditions.

How did your connection with Montec start, and what does being part of the team mean to you?

My long-term skiing buddy Fabio Studer was already part of the team, and I really liked the style of his outerwear. So I just sent a classic request to become part of the family. I’m super stoked it worked out, and now I can already look back on three years in Montec outerwear and it’s never disappointed. Long touring days, big lines, wet snowfall… all approved. Montec is like a big family, and I really enjoy connecting with other like-minded riders and the ambitious team behind the brand.

What’s a highlight or proud moment from your skiing career that stands out when you look back?

In Fieberbrunn, I managed to stand on the podium of the Freeride World Tour twice, which was a huge honor. But I think I’m even more proud of my fourth place at the legendary Alaska stop of the Freeride World Tour. It was such a massive face, and I managed to bring home a big line that I was really stoked on.

Who are the people or crew that make your riding journey special?

I spent a lot of time skiing with Roman Rohrmoser and Basti Hannemann. Basti was competing on the Freeride World Tour, and he told me I should give it a shot too. That fired me up, and after just one year in the qualifiers I made it onto the Tour. I ended up spending seven years there, riding with some of the best skiers in the world. Along the way I met so many people, made friends all over the globe, and those connections have influenced my skiing more than anything else.

What are your favorite places to ski, and what makes them special to you?

I really like skiing in Norway. Cruising down big lines all the way to the sea is something truly special. Norway has amazing terrain, reliable snow, and a light that’s unlike anywhere else. Experiencing a sunset that lasts for hours is something you can only find far up north or south, and it makes skiing there unforgettable.

What advice would you give to riders who want to follow a similar path?

Have fun skiing and don’t care too much about what others say. There will always be reasons not to go, but if you really love it, there are always more reasons to grab your skis and have fun.

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