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Daron Rahlves

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Daron Rahlves

Skier
American·b. 1973
Known for:
Most decorated American male World Cup downhill racer. Won the Kitzbuhel Hahnenkamm downhill and Super G. Four-time Olympian. Founder of the Rahlves' Banzai Tour big-mountain ski-cross race.
Sponsored by: Atomic, Red Bull, Flylow Gear, Giro, Reusch, Wend Wax, Therm-ic, Palisades Tahoe

Daron Rahlves was born June 12, 1973, in Walnut Creek, California, and grew up skiing at Lake Tahoe. He won 12 World Cup races, three World Championship medals (including gold in 2001 Super G), seven national titles, and competed in four Olympic Games. After retiring from racing, he transitioned to big mountain skiing, filming with TGR, Sweetgrass Productions, and Warren Miller Entertainment. He launched the Banzai Tour ski-cross race at Palisades Tahoe in 2011; after a decade-long hiatus, the event returns in April 2026.

Daron Rahlves's Gear List(3)

Backland FR 109

Atomic

Product description

Measures 135-109.5-124mm in 184cm at 1,505g per ski. 25% tip / 55% camber / 20% tail rocker with beveled HRZN 3D tip. Built with Sage Cattabriga-Alosa and Dana Flahr for aggressive backcountry and freeride terrain. Discontinued after two seasons.

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Freeride/backcountry model
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Flylow Gear Apparel

Flylow Gear

Product description

Denver-based ski outerwear brand co-founded in 2005, making separate lines for resort, freeride, and backcountry touring. Z-Line is the most technical backcountry tier using waterproof, highly breathable fabrics. Construction emphasizes reinforced knees, articulated patterning, and multi-day durability. Distributes through independent specialty retailers.

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Outerwear partner
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Last updated March 18, 2026

Reusch Lobster Gloves

Reusch

Product description

Lobster-style gloves splitting the hand into a trigger finger and three-finger chamber for warmth with dexterity. Multiple constructions including R-TEX XT softshell, Gore-Tex with down fill, and cowhide leather with removable Merino liner. Heat Capture System and ergonomic pre-curved finger shaping for pole grip. Popular among freeride and all-mountain skiers.

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Glove sponsor
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