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Did you see that?! Take a trip through FREESKIER's recap of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy as we revisit the highlights and results from freeski halfpipe, slopestyle and big air.

Hard-charging skis and low-volume boots are becoming harder to find as brands shift toward more versatile, accessible gear. This story explores why aggressive ski equipment is fading from the mainstream, how skier preferences have changed and what options still exist for expert riders in 2026

The Atomic Bent 100 helped redefine modern freeride skiing, influencing everything from athlete-driven design to the rise of playful 100 mm all-mountain skis. From artistic topsheets to versatile performance, the Bent line reshaped how brands build skis for everyday skiers and helped create one of the most competitive categories in the industry.

Over the last two years, Ryan McElmon has been stomping sevens and stacking clips. Now, FREESKIER and K2 Skis are proud to present his personal project edited by Dicky Thomas, "Third Wheel."