We talk to Pete Wagner about why the "indie" ski scene is so confusing; the Wagner factory and the unique connection with Telluride; what about their ski-building process that Pete is most proud of, and more.

TOPICS & TIMES:

• Why the “indie” ski scene is so confusing (2:43)
• Of the potential customers coming to check out Wagner Custom, what is it that they care about the most? (4:55)
• Pete’s new shop, and the unique connection between Telluride and Wagner Skis (6:54)
• Ski Construction 101: Wood Cores - Do they really matter? How do they differ? (11:38)
• Re: downhill performance, are you impressed by the new lighter-weight materials you’re seeing and working with? (18:15)
• Is Wagner Custom getting more orders for backcountry skis these days? (24:27)
• What are your particular challenges as a small, custom ski builder? (28:14)
• Is it easier or harder today to be a small ski builder? (31:17)
• What are you most proud of in terms of your specific ski-building process? (34:34)

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