# agentsite-static-version=b8891f7d-8765-4429-bdb9-5d971f0bc551 # wagnerskis.com > AI-optimized mirror of wagnerskis.com containing 250 pages totalling 75,964 words of clean markdown content, structured data, and semantic HTML. Original source: https://wagnerskis.com. Last updated: 2026-10-26T16:17:30.291Z. Each page is available as HTML (with JSON-LD structured data) and Markdown (text-only, ideal for LLMs and RAG). ## Homepage - [Custom Fit and Precision Crafted Skis](/content/site-root.html): Ski better and have more fun on the mountain with Wagner Custom Skis. We design and precision-craft your custom skis to exactly match your unique Skier DNA. Skiers around the world say Wagner Custom is the best at fitting people into their perfect skis (1,037 words) ## Articles & Blog Posts - [Vanagon](/content/products/vanagon/index.html): "Vanagon" is a loving visual ode to quiet mountain nights spent in the owner's VW Vanagon. This graphic was also chosen as your 2023-2024 "fan favorite" graphics with 34.8% of the votes. While we cannot re-create this custom graphic for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us a (72 words) - [Music](/content/products/music/index.html): Music-themed or band-themed skis are very popular. Copyright laws often make it challenging to do the first concept that pops into your head, but with a little leg-work for artwork permission(s) it is possible to get the ski that you dreamed about! While we cannot re-create these custom graphics for you, you can use th (107 words) - [Jackson](/content/products/jackson/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (112 words) - [Alt Rock](/content/products/alt-rock/index.html): I remember the moment I realized I was an alt-rock girl. At the gym in Telluride, realizing that I knew every word of every song that was on the 90's alt rock station. This graphic definitely hits that spot. (66 words) - [Mountain Sunsets](/content/products/mountain-sunsets/index.html): A sunset in the mountains? Now that's the stuff of dreams! It's the perfect combo of infinite beauty and epic scenery - and you'd be crazy not to love it. While we cannot re-create this custom graphic for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us and see what we can do.   (81 words) - [San Joaquin](/content/products/san-joaquin/index.html): Wagner’s former intern created these graphics both as an art project for school credit, but also as an entry into Boot Doctor’s former graphics competition. The six color variations reflect different seasons and times of day in the mountains.   (75 words) - [Focus](/content/products/focus/index.html): Our interest in outer space is limitless. This graphic commemorates the initial image captured by the James Webb telescope as it powered on. This moment signified the beginning of its journey, with every moment after bringing further clarity. (68 words) - [Figured Walnut](/content/products/figured-walnut/index.html): Walnut, native to the eastern U.S. and Canada, is prized for its deep chocolate color, fine texture, and unique swirling grain. Often used in high-end furniture, gun stocks, and musical instruments, walnut veneers are strong, durable, and lightweight. With excellent shock resistance, a fine, straight grain, and distinctive color variations, they offer exceptional visual appeal and a smooth finish. Resistant to decay, walnut is the perfect choice for long-lasting, beautifully crafted pieces—making it an ideal topsheet for Wagner skis. (110 words) - [pages/newsletter-sign-up/index.html](/content/pages/newsletter-sign-up/index.html) (55 words) - [Jackson Hole](/content/products/jackson-hole/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (83 words) - [Wild](/content/products/wild/index.html): Pete McBride and Wagner Skis collaborate on the Watershed Series—custom skis inspired by rivers, snow, and the water that sustains the West. View Wild. (196 words) - [Father and Daughter](/content/products/father-and-daughter/index.html): A father/daughter pair of skis for a close-knit ski family.  While we cannot re-create these custom graphics for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us and see what we can do.   (56 words) - [Big Sky](/content/products/big-sky/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (113 words) - [Tetons](/content/products/tetons/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (112 words) - [Alta](/content/products/alta/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (112 words) - [Alta/Snowbird](/content/products/alta-snowbird/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (82 words) - [Snowmass](/content/products/snowmass/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (82 words) - [Koozie](/content/products/koozie/index.html): We love the outdoors. And we love beer in the outdoors. And Sometimes a good Koozie is all it takes to make the perfect day outside even better. Warm hands, cold beers – how can it get better than that? (69 words) - [Salomon T MTN + brake bindings](/content/products/copy-of-salomon-t-mtn-brake-bindings/index.html): The MTN heel body pivots underneath the binding top plate so the flippable lifters are always pointing forward. It features a wider 40 mm footprint, a full 30 mm of fore/aft heel adjustment, and three release value options (you need to swap the spring to change release value). At just under 400 grams for the version wi (88 words) - [Snowmass](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/snowmass/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (82 words) - [Figured Beech](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/figured-beech/index.html): American Beech is a hard, strong wood known for pale cream base coloration and warm golden waves of figuring. Our Figured Beech topsheet has a moderate natural luster and uniform texture. Beech is often overlooked and is a classic veneer option. (72 words) - [Deer Valley](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/deer-valley/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (83 words) - [Rat Pack](/content/products/rat-pack/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (69 words) - [Black Limba](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/black-limba/index.html): Black Limba is a beautiful West African species. This veneer is a dusky gold background characterized by grey and black grain striping and a subtle shimmer. (57 words) - [Glacier Peak](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/glacier-peak/index.html): You know him as the “man behind the maps.” But James Niehues has more talent up his sleeve: His pencil "sketches" of iconic American landscapes are jaw-dropping. Wagner Custom has paired up with Nihues again this year to do a very special release of graphics based on his pet project. (91 words) - [Glitch](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/glitch/index.html): Glitch takes a more digital approach, layering fractured geometric patterns and vivid gradients that fade seamlessly from one shade to the next. Its deep blacks, neon bursts, and shifting textures feel like the mountains have been translated through the lens of a glitching computer screen. Both futuristic and moody, it (94 words) - [A-Basin](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/a-basin-1/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (82 words) - [Ropey Black Walnut](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/ropey-black-walnut/index.html): Every piece of wood tells a story. Sandy East, owner of American Antique Lumber, harvested the wood for the Cherry topsheets from an old dairy barn in the Ohio River Valley. The wood is more than 600 years old, which means it was growing long before Christopher Columbus set sail for the New World. (87 words) - [Abstraction](/content/products/abstraction/index.html): What if you took our favorite landscapes and times of day and reduced them to their simplest forms? "Abstraction" would be the result. Through simplification, "Abstraction" distills the beauty of simplicity in plain sight. (61 words) - [Tang](/content/products/tang/index.html): Charlotte Coughlin is a surface pattern designer/graphic designer and outdoor enthusiast with a love for bright colors and bold patterns. (102 words) - [Genus](/content/products/genus/index.html): Genus brings a wild streak to Wagner’s house-graphics collection. Designed in-house by Jack Plantz, the series pairs canine, ursine, feline, and cervine motifs with distinct color palettes, giving each design its own character and energy. Choose the animal—and colors—that feel most like you, and take a little of the wi (82 words) - [Dripped](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/dripped/index.html): Inspired by skateboard punk and graffiti art, Dripped offers a subtle nod to the subversive — all while staying sophisticated and understated. (53 words) - [Chameleon](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/chameleon/index.html): Charlotte Coughlin is a surface pattern designer/graphic designer and outdoor enthusiast with a love for bright colors and bold patterns. (102 words) - [Rasta Curves Reboot](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/rasta-curves-reboot/index.html): We're bringing back a classic! "Rasta Curves Reboot" pairs clean black space with curving red, yellow, and green lines that echo motion, rhythm, and unity down the ski. (51 words) - [Pixelflaked](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/pixelflaked/index.html): Somewhere between "pixelated" and "snowflake", we fused these two concepts together to create something a bit techno. Six color choices complete this classic design. (53 words) - [Ski Buyer's Guide: Ski Length - Wagner Custom Skis](/content/blogs/journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-1-ski-length/index.html): Skiers often crux on one of the simplest parts of designing a new ski: the length. There are a lot of factors that influence the right length for you—and we’ll walk you through every one of them. Let’s get started. (1,037 words) - [Textured](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/textured/index.html): Get ready to dive into the world of materials, where both real and generated textures will captivate you. Drawing inspiration from ceramic glazes and industrial materials, these designs will cement you firmly in the real-world. (62 words) - [Local Redux](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/local-redux/index.html): We've taken a fresh look at our "Local" graphic and expanded it! Now you can be a local in the San Juans, Cascades, Tetons, or Sierra Nevadas. Note: you can mix-and-match colors should you prefer one mountain range but a different existing color combination. Just let us know when you choose your graphic! (84 words) - [blogs/journal/nitty-gritty-graphics-wood-veneers-part-2-5/index.html](/content/blogs/journal/nitty-gritty-graphics-wood-veneers-part-2-5/index.html) (683 words) - [Halftone](/content/products/halftone/index.html): When you are in the mountains, what color neighboring ranges look can be somewhat of an illusion – this pays homage to that exploration. Each colorway represents a different view of mountains – from a bluebird day in Colorado to the desert sun in Arizona, from dark nights to the blinding brightness of a winter’s day.   (83 words) - [Alta/Snowbird](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/alta-snowbird/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (82 words) - [Shandoka (Wilson Peak)](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/shandoka/index.html): You know him as the “man behind the maps.” But James Niehues has more talent up his sleeve: His pencil "sketches" of iconic American landscapes are jaw-dropping. Wagner Custom has paired up with Nihues again this year to do a very special release of graphics based on his pet project. (102 words) - [Yetis](/content/collections/custom-inspiration/products/yetis/index.html): Yetis are another popular theme on skis. While we cannot re-create these exact custom graphics for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us and see what we can do. (58 words) - [Colony](/content/collections/artist-series/products/colony/index.html): Andrew Barker is a mixed-media artist who creates intricate, illustrative works that are themed around the flora, fauna, and landscapes of the American West. (82 words) - [journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-5-ski-stiffness-and-flex-pattern.html](/content/journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-5-ski-stiffness-and-flex-pattern.html) (667 words) - [Plumage](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/plumage/index.html): Paradisaea rubra (the red bird-of-paradise) and Paradisornis rudolphi (the blue bird-of-paradise) find themselves as the inspiration for these colorful graphics. Sprinkle in some art-deco accents and voila! You've got a topsheet that's graphically perfect! (59 words) - [Disco](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/disco/index.html): Charlotte Coughlin is a surface pattern designer/graphic designer and outdoor enthusiast with a love for bright colors and bold patterns. (102 words) - [Gift a pair of Wagner Custom Skis](/content/products/gift-a-pair-of-wagner-skis/index.html): The perfect-fit ski gift! We'll send you/them a ski gift packet or we can email the recipient directly to let them know they are getting custom skis from you. The gift packet includes information about Wagner Custom skis, a letter that explains how to start the ski design process, a hat, and stickers. If you'd like to (207 words) - [Jackson Hole](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/jackson-hole/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (83 words) - [Lock + Load](/content/products/lock-load/index.html): While we cannot re-create this custom graphic for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us and see what we can do. (42 words) - [Ski Santa Fe](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/ski-santa-fe/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (84 words) - [Great Wave](/content/products/great-wave/index.html): The Great Wave Off Kanagawa - also known as simply "The Great Wave," is the most famous woodblock print by the Japanese artist Hokusai. It was published sometime between 1829 and 1833. From waves to snow, this timeless piece of artwork can be with you on the mountain.   (70 words) - [Alpenglow](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/alpenglow/index.html): Explore the Watershed Series by Pete McBride and Wagner Skis—custom ski designs tracing the journey of water from alpine headwaters to desert rivers. View Alpenglow. (216 words) - [Snowmass - Factory Skis](/content/products/snowmass-factory-skis/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (85 words) - [Our Employees: Herb Manning, Ski Jedi Master](/content/blogs/journal/our-employees-herb-manning-binding-tech-ski-design/index.html): Here at Wagner Custom Skis we employ the highest quality ski-bums, powder-hounds, shop-dogs, skiers, and snowboarders. Each is as passionate about creating awesome shred-sticks as they are about getting out and playing on them. Here we introduce Herb "Danger" Manning, our Mounting Man and Ski Shape Designer and overall (306 words) - [Gift Factory Skis - Flow Bundle Upgrade with House Graphic](/content/collections/gift-wagner-factory-skis/products/gift-factory-skis-flow-bundle-upgrade-with-house-graphic.html): A great ski package for your skier who is harder on their gear. This option includes the "Flow Bundle" which includes the World Cup base for better glide and faster acceleration, as well as Aramid Impact Resistance for improved resistance to core shots, compressed edges, and blown sidewalls. We'll send you/them a ski g (247 words) - [Gift Custom Skis - Essential Ski](/content/products/gift-skis-essential-ski/index.html): The perfect-fit ski gift! We'll send you/them a ski gift packet or we can email the recipient directly to let them know they are getting custom skis from you. The gift packet includes information about Wagner Custom skis, a letter that explains how to start the ski design process, a hat, and stickers. If you'd like to (213 words) - [Wall Bomb](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/wall-bomb/index.html): Dynamic, explosive, and full of energy—WallBomb is all about motion. With sweeping strokes of magenta, orange, teal, and black layered over crisp white, this design feels like street art come alive on snow. It’s a bold choice for skiers who want their skis to echo the adrenaline rush of a perfect run.  (80 words) - [Black Water](/content/products/black-water/index.html): With a reference to linoleum or wood-block prints, these fauna-inspired graphics are a stark contrast to our usual approach of color and pattern. These unique designs showcase intricate details and a bold, modern style. They're a departure from the norm, perfect for anyone looking to keep it black and white on their sk (81 words) - [Famous Works of Art](/content/collections/custom-inspiration/products/famous-works-of-art/index.html): It is possible for you to use a piece of artwork from your personal collection on your own skis. If this is something you would like to do, you will need to have it photographed and send the files to us. Please contact us to learn more. If you want to use a public domain image, know that other people can request the sa (233 words) - [How to Custom Graphics: Part 3 (Original and Existing Art)](/content/blogs/journal/how-to-custom-graphics-part-3/index.html): You've decided to do a custom graphic for your skis, but now what? While some people see this as an immense opportunity for creativity, others find it overwhelming. This "How to Custom Graphics" series is here to help you out. This article talks about using existing art or having original art created for your skis. (1,456 words) - [blogs/journal/nitty-gritty-graphics-photography-part-4-5/index.html](/content/blogs/journal/nitty-gritty-graphics-photography-part-4-5/index.html) (1,057 words) - [journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-4-ski-materials/index.html](/content/journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-4-ski-materials/index.html) (1,346 words) - [blogs/journal/hiring-artist-and-illustrators/index.html](/content/blogs/journal/hiring-artist-and-illustrators/index.html) (1,456 words) - [Ski Santa Fe](/content/products/ski-santa-fe/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (84 words) - [Gift Custom Skis - Ultra Package](/content/collections/gift-skis/products/gift-skis-ultra-package/index.html): This is the ultra combination of the lightest, toughest, and highest performance materials plus the best travel case. We'll send you/them a ski gift packet or we can email the recipient directly to let them know they are getting custom skis from you. The gift packet includes information about Wagner Custom skis, a lett (259 words) - [Ski Buyer's Guide, Part 2: Ski Width - Wagner Custom Skis](/content/blogs/journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-2-ski-width/index.html): Choosing your ski’s waist-width is one of the most important parts of the ski-buying process. It’s the biggest determining factor of what terrain your skis will be best suited for. In this article, we help you determine what waist-width is best for you. (870 words) - [Next Level Skiing S8E9: Advice for Every Skier](/content/blogs/journal/next-level-skiing-s8e9-advice-for-every-skier/index.html): Eight seasons of wisdom from skiing’s top voices. Tune in to the Next Level Skiing podcast for tips, mindset, and better days on snow. (437 words) - [Yellowstone Club](/content/products/yellowstone-club/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (83 words) - [Marker Jester Bindings](/content/products/marker-jester-id-bindings/index.html): Marker Jester Bindings.   Binding price includes mount on Wagner Skis. (14 words) - [Artist Series 2026: Lexi Dowdall](/content/blogs/journal/artist-series-2026-lexi-dowdall/index.html): Lexi Dowdall is an artist—a supremely talented one at that—but her art is just one (beautiful) bullet on her diverse resume. A fifth-generation Utahn, she’s about as outdoorsy as you’d expect: mountain biking, hiking, trail running, and skiing (and by that we mean shredding) are as second nature to her as breathing. He (1,056 words) - [Snake Farm](/content/collections/artist-series/products/snake-farm/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (109 words) - [Gear Junkie: Wagner Skis Launches New Factory Summit Series](/content/blogs/journal/gear-junkie/index.html): The Factory Summit Series (which dropped in spring 2022) provides a more accessible made-to-order ski setup with a faster turnaround and more economic price tag. (166 words) - [The Ultimate Guide to Skiing Europe](/content/blogs/journal/the-ultimate-guide-to-skiing-europe/index.html): Ski Europe like an insider. From Chamonix and Andermatt to St. Anton and La Grave, our guide breaks down the best Alpine destinations for terrain, culture, après, luxury, and value. (1,142 words) - [Fleck](/content/products/fleck/index.html): Fleck uses a subtle, classic fabric pattern to create a sleek and sophisticated look. The timeless design makes this "Fleck" a great choice that will stand the visual test of time. Like the pattern, but want a different color option? Just ask! We'll even have you name the color to go up on the site when we're done.  (85 words) - [Jake Hutchinson's 2026 6-Week Ski Prep Program](/content/blogs/journal/jake-hutchinsons-2026-6-week-ski-prep-program/index.html): A six-week ski fitness program from Jake Hutchinson, a ski patroller for 26 years. Three workouts a week, a few kettlebells or dumbbells, and a sturdy step. (655 words) - [Next Level Skiing S8E8: Smarter and Harder Skiing with Ingrid Backstro](/content/blogs/journal/next-level-skiing-s8e8-smarter-and-harder-skiing-with-ingrid-backstrom.html): Pro skier Ingrid Backstrom shares insights on training smarter, mindset in the backcountry, coaching, recovery, and skiing strong at every stage of life. (517 words) - [Why Tuning Matters](/content/blogs/journal/why-tuning-matters/index.html): If you live on the East Coast, you can skip this article and move on to your next procrastination—you folks know what a sharp edge is. But the rest of us soft-snow snobs may need a little nudge to schlep our gear to the shop or even learn how to do it on your own. This is why tuning matters. (754 words) - [The Idiot’s Guide To Buying Skis](/content/blogs/journal/the-idiot-s-guide-to-buying-skis/index.html): Walking into a ski shop and being confronted with a dizzying array of skis can be overwhelming. Get the knowledge you need to make an informed decision about skis (and not feel like an idiot). (1,410 words) - [JOURNAL](/content/blogs/journal/tagged/snow-safety/index.html) (283 words) - [Why Choose Wagner Custom?](/content/blogs/journal/why-choose-wagner-custom/index.html): We know you have a lot of options out there when it comes to skis—and we also know Wagner Custom skis are a big investment. So why buy Wagner as opposed to mainstream brand skis that are cheaper and faster to get delivered to your door? Let us count the ways. (849 words) - [Figured Sassafras](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/figured-sassafras/index.html): Sassafras is native to North America and is widely known for its sweet aroma and brute strength. Our veneer captures the essence of this golden-hued wood in the rippling effect of the grain and coarse texture. (67 words) - [JOURNAL](/content/blogs/journal/tagged/hard-goods/index.html) (1,078 words) - [Warrior](/content/collections/custom-inspiration/products/warrior/index.html): While we cannot re-create this custom graphic for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us and see what we can do. (87 words) - [Summit](/content/products/summit/index.html): Mountains change color in the distance, depending on atmospheric conditions, as well as how far away they are from the viewer. This design captures that concept with many different color options.   (61 words) - [JOURNAL](/content/blogs/journal/tagged/fitness-nutrition/index.html) (954 words) - [JOURNAL](/content/blogs/journal/tagged/athletes-creators/index.html) (1,027 words) - [Bloomberg: "Wagner Skis, How To Make Skis"](/content/blogs/journal/bloomberg-wagner-skis-how-to-make-skis/index.html): Pete Wagner wasn’t stuck. The mechanical engineer and programmer, now in his early 40s, had a successful career writing software that optimized the performance of golf clubs. He did miss the mountains, though, and wondered if he could apply his skill at interpreting the physics and kinesiology of golf to skiing. (154 words) - [JOURNAL](/content/blogs/journal/tagged/adventure-travel/index.html) (920 words) - [Wagner Factory Skis](/content/collections/factory-skis/index.html): Want Wagner handcrafted quality in less time? Enter our Factory skis, our collection of stock models that are customized for you. What are “stock” models? Well, we’re going to let you in on a little industry secret: they’re what those other ski brands call “custom.” Using the same top-of-the-line materials we use in ou (166 words) - [Dwell: The Science and Art of Building the Perfect Bespoke Skis](/content/blogs/journal/dwell-the-science-and-art-of-building-the-perfect-bespoke-skis.html): A thoughtfully designed, well-made custom product fits the owner like a glove, whether it’s an Italian suit or a bespoke motorcycle. But when it comes to sports and active hobbies, something magic happens. (113 words) - [Rapid](/content/collections/artist-series/products/rapid/index.html): Photographer Pete McBride partners with Wagner Skis on the Watershed Series featuring custom ski designs telling the story of water from snow to river. View Rapid. (196 words) - [Custom Skis vs Mass-Produced Skis](/content/blogs/journal/custom-skis-vs-mass-produced-skis/index.html): The truth is there are a lot of good skis out there, wrapped in cellophane and priced competitively on the ski shop rack. With all these offerings, you might be wondering why you should invest in full custom skis.  (1,116 words) - [Gift Factory Skis - Flow Bundle Upgrade with Artist Series or James Ni](/content/collections/gift-wagner-factory-skis/products/gift-factory-skis-flow-bundle-upgrade-with-artist-series-or-james-niehues-graphic.html): A great ski package for your skier who is harder on their gear and wants an upgraded graphic from either our Artist Series or James Niehues Collection.  This option includes the "Flow Bundle" which includes the World Cup base for better glide and faster acceleration, as well as Aramid Impact Resistance for improved res (264 words) - [Powder Fox](/content/collections/artist-series/products/powder-fox/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (109 words) - [Hero's Spruce](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/heros-spruce-1/index.html): In summer 2025, the Aspen Snowmass’ Mountain Planning team harvested Engelmann spruce trees during the glading of the new Hero’s terrain on Aspen Mountain. (97 words) - [Grateful Dead](/content/collections/custom-inspiration/products/grateful-dead/index.html): The Grateful Dead are a popular theme. While we cannot re-create these custom graphics for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us and see what we can do.   (93 words) - [Rat Pack](/content/collections/artist-series/products/rat-pack/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (109 words) - [Spring Pro Special Deposit](/content/products/spring-pro-special-deposit/index.html): Summer Pro Special Only (91 words) - [Get Fitted](/content/pages/skierdna/index.html): With some information about where and how you ski, we can create custom ski designs and dimensions to fit your needs., Turn data collection into an experience with Typeform. Create beautiful online forms, surveys, quizzes, and so much more. Try it for FREE. (207 words) - [Palisades](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/palisades/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (82 words) - [Telluride Front Side](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/telluride-front-side/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (84 words) - [Maroon Bells](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/maroon-bells/index.html): You know him as the “man behind the maps.” But James Niehues has more talent up his sleeve: His pencil "sketches" of iconic American landscapes are jaw-dropping. Wagner Custom has paired up with Nihues again this year to do a very special release of graphics based on his pet project. (90 words) - [Steamboat](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/steamboat/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (82 words) - [Yellowstone Club](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/yellowstone-club/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (83 words) - [Salomon Strive 14 MN](/content/products/salomon-strive-14-gw/index.html): Salomon Strive 14 Bindings. Binding price includes mounting to Wagner skis. (16 words) - [Grand Teton](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/grand-teton/index.html): You know him as the “man behind the maps.” But James Niehues has more talent up his sleeve: His pencil "sketches" of iconic American landscapes are jaw-dropping. Wagner Custom has paired up with Nihues again this year to do a very special release of graphics based on his pet project. (90 words) - [Ski Tune (Factory Drop Off/Pick Up)](/content/products/ski-tune-no-shipping/index.html): Your Wagner Custom Spa Tune will restore your Wagner skis to the original factory condition, or as close as possible. We do not tune/Spa Tune any other brand of skis. A Spa Tune includes:• Repair any base damage• Grind skis flat• Reinstall factory structure to bases• Deburr and sharpen edges• Reinstall factory specifie (110 words) - [Gift Custom Skis - Essential Ski](/content/collections/gift-skis/products/gift-skis-essential-ski/index.html): The perfect-fit ski gift! We'll send you/them a ski gift packet or we can email the recipient directly to let them know they are getting custom skis from you. The gift packet includes information about Wagner Custom skis, a letter that explains how to start the ski design process, a hat, and stickers. If you'd like to (209 words) - [The Essential Wagner Custom Ski](/content/products/the-essential-wagner-ski/index.html): Our custom skis all start with the "Essential Wagner Custom Ski." There is no need to commit to the full package price now–place a deposit on the next page and schedule a call with a ski designer. During that call, you and your ski designer will work out your exact build and package needs for increasing durability, spe (217 words) - [Gift Custom Skis - Silver Package](/content/products/gift-skis-silver-package/index.html): A little extra for that extra-special skier. We'll send you/them a ski gift packet or we can email the recipient directly to let them know they are getting custom skis from you. The gift packet includes information about Wagner Custom skis, a letter that explains how to start the ski design process, a hat, and stickers (255 words) - [Local Redux](/content/products/local-redux/index.html): We've taken a fresh look at our "Local" graphic and expanded it! Now you can be a local in the San Juans, Cascades, Tetons, or Sierra Nevadas. Note: you can mix-and-match colors should you prefer one mountain range but a different existing color combination. Just let us know when you choose your graphic! (84 words) - [Bubinga Pomelle](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/bubinga-pomelle/index.html): Bubinga is a glossy, deep reddish brown wood with fine darker graining throughout the veneer also known as African rosewood. Colors and aesthetics of Bubinga can vary widely, but the pomelle grain emphasizes the natural beauty and smooth finish of the wood. (73 words) - [Quilted Maple](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/quilted-maple/index.html): Our Quilted Maple wood veneer has a wavy, quilted pattern, similar to ripples on a body of water. It is named for its resemblance to patchwork patterns and is not a distinct species of maple but a growth/grain anomaly. You can learn more about it here. (77 words) - [Brutalist](/content/products/brutalist/index.html): Brutalist buildings emphasize simplicity and structural elements rather than ornamental design. Our approach focuses on core components like color, texture, line, and even breaking our logo down to its simplest, legible parts. (59 words) - [Textured](/content/products/textured/index.html): Get ready to dive into the world of materials, where both real and generated textures will captivate you. Drawing inspiration from ceramic glazes and industrial materials, these designs will cement you firmly in the real-world. (62 words) - [Pixelflaked](/content/products/pixelflaked/index.html): Somewhere between "pixelated" and "snowflake", we fused these two concepts together to create something a bit techno. Six color choices complete this classic design. (53 words) - [The Wagner Behind Wagner Skis: Q&A with Pete Wagner](/content/blogs/journal/how-i-made-this-q-a-with-pete-wagner/index.html): Pete Wagner does not fit they typical profile of a ski bum who started a ski company in his garage. He does not sport an ironic mustache, rarely uses the word “bro,” and geeks out about things like harmonics in flex patterns. Find out more about the man behind Wagner Skis. (1,200 words) - [Ski Buyer’s Guide: Ski Stiffness & Flex Pattern - Wagner Custom Skis](/content/blogs/journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-5-ski-stiffness-and-flex-pattern.html): A ski that’s too stiff will tire you out and feel unresponsive. A ski that’s too soft will be overpowered and make you feel like you’re “going over the handlebars.” Here’s what you need to know about flex patterns. (667 words) - [Brutalist](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/brutalist/index.html): Brutalist buildings emphasize simplicity and structural elements rather than ornamental design. Our approach focuses on core components like color, texture, line, and even breaking our logo down to its simplest, legible parts. (59 words) - [Wall Bomb](/content/products/wall-bomb/index.html): Dynamic, explosive, and full of energy—WallBomb is all about motion. With sweeping strokes of magenta, orange, teal, and black layered over crisp white, this design feels like street art come alive on snow. It’s a bold choice for skiers who want their skis to echo the adrenaline rush of a perfect run.  (81 words) - [Plumage](/content/products/plumage/index.html): Paradisaea rubra (the red bird-of-paradise) and Paradisornis rudolphi (the blue bird-of-paradise) find themselves as the inspiration for these colorful graphics. Sprinkle in some art-deco accents and voila! You've got a topsheet that's graphically perfect! (59 words) - [Wagner Custom Ski Saber](/content/products/wagner-custom-ski-saber/index.html): Hack your way to apres-ski infamy by opening up a bottle of your favorite bubbles with a recycled ski saber. What better way to honor a retired Wagner Custom ski than to turn it into a ski saber (or shot ski)? Our inventory of ski sabers is always changing. Call us and we'll send photos of what we currently have in sto (94 words) - [Dripped](/content/products/dripped/index.html): Inspired by skateboard punk and graffiti art, Dripped offers a subtle nod to the subversive — all while staying sophisticated and understated. (53 words) - [Strata](/content/products/strata/index.html): Inspired by the layers of the earth and the colorful textures of geology, Strata is bright, bold, and unapologetically vibrant. With its rippling, stacked bands of color, it recalls everything from mineral formations to psychedelic topography. Whether in cool blues, energetic greens, or fiery reds, Strata makes a state (88 words) - [Ski Trip Checklist](/content/blogs/journal/ski-trip-checklist/index.html): The Only Ski Trip Checklist You Need Planning a ski trip should feel exciting, not stressful. But we’ve all been there: borrowing sunscreen from strangers, wearing the same questionable baselayer for days, or attempting a last-minute tune with a hotel iron. So here it is: the only ski trip checklist you need. Not the o (982 words) - [blogs/journal/nitty-gritty-graphics-part-1-4-vector-art/index.html](/content/blogs/journal/nitty-gritty-graphics-part-1-4-vector-art/index.html) (473 words) - [Salomon T MTN + brake bindings](/content/collections/bindings/products/copy-of-salomon-t-mtn-brake-bindings/index.html): The MTN heel body pivots underneath the binding top plate so the flippable lifters are always pointing forward. It features a wider 40 mm footprint, a full 30 mm of fore/aft heel adjustment, and three release value options (you need to swap the spring to change release value). At just under 400 grams for the version wi (88 words) - [Artist Series](/content/collections/artist-series/index.html): Wagner Custom Skis continues to partner with exceptional visual artists through our artist series collaboration. Each artist receives a commission from your artist series top sheet purchase. (61 words) - [Our Guarantee](/content/pages/our-guarantee/index.html): If you aren’t totally satisfied with your skis, we’ll take them back and make it right. We stand behind all our products. Quality, built-to-last skis accumulate character and meaning through extended use, tunes, and repairs. Scratched, dinged, repaired, and tuned skis are happy skis because they’ve been enjoying advent (139 words) - [Patriot Barn Ash](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/patriot-barn-ash/index.html): Every piece of wood tells a story. Sandy East, owner of American Antique Lumber, harvested the wood for the Sycamore topsheets from an old dairy barn in the Ohio River Valley. The wood is more than 600 years old, which means it was growing long before Christopher Columbus set sail for the New World. (164 words) - [Blister Review: 2021-2022 Wagner Custom Summit 105](/content/blogs/journal/blister-review-2021-2022-wagner-custom-summit-106/index.html): This February at our inaugural Blister Summit, one of the participating brands was Wagner Custom Skis. Typically, Wagner only makes fully custom skis — but specifically for the Summit, Wagner made several different skis. (191 words) - [Patriot Barn Cherry](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/patriot-barn-cherry/index.html): Every piece of wood tells a story. Sandy East, owner of American Antique Lumber, harvested the wood for the Cherry topsheets from an old dairy barn in the Ohio River Valley. The wood is more than 600 years old, which means it was growing long before Christopher Columbus set sail for the New World. (222 words) - [Strata](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/strata/index.html): Inspired by the layers of the earth and the colorful textures of geology, Strata is bright, bold, and unapologetically vibrant. With its rippling, stacked bands of color, it recalls everything from mineral formations to psychedelic topography. Whether in cool blues, energetic greens, or fiery reds, Strata makes a state (88 words) - [Abstraction](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/abstraction/index.html): What if you took our favorite landscapes and times of day and reduced them to their simplest forms? "Abstraction" would be the result. Through simplification, "Abstraction" distills the beauty of simplicity in plain sight. (61 words) - [Unofficial Networks: "Why You Should Think Custom"](/content/blogs/journal/unofficial-networks-why-you-should-think-custom-when-it-comes-to-backcountry-skis.html): There are plenty of great brands out there making excellent touring skis. But, what if there is another option besides stock models? One that can have you more dialed in than ever when transitioning from the resort to the backcountry. Turns out, there is, and maybe it’s time for you to start thinking custom. (168 words) - [Shockwave](/content/products/shockwave/index.html): With intense, electric colors, Shockwave strikes the eyes and reverberates through the mind. It’s a visual echo — like music made visible, bouncing off the walls in waves of pure energy. (58 words) - [Black Water](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/black-water/index.html): With a reference to linoleum or wood-block prints, these fauna-inspired graphics are a stark contrast to our usual approach of color and pattern. These unique designs showcase intricate details and a bold, modern style. They're a departure from the norm, perfect for anyone looking to keep it black and white on their sk (81 words) - [Custom Graphics Inspiration](/content/collections/custom-inspiration/index.html): Need ideas for your new Wagner Custom Skis? Explore this gallery of unique graphics we’ve created in the past. Our in-house designers can work with you on personalizing your skis using existing artwork, photos, paintings, or simply an idea. Or, if you prefer to work with your own designer, we can give you a template of (51 words) - [JOURNAL](/content/blogs/journal/tagged/factory-tour/index.html) (626 words) - [Ski Buyer's Guide: Ski Shape - Wagner Custom Skis](/content/blogs/journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-3-ski-shape/index.html): Shape means exactly what it sounds like: the dimensions of the tip, waist, and tail, as well as the profile (camber and rocker). While the waist-width is part of the story—determining the general habitat your ski will prefer—the shape of the ski determines its personality. Let's dig deeper. (1,316 words) - [Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)](/content/pages/faq/index.html): Frequently Asked Questions (2,934 words) - [Datura](/content/products/datura/index.html): Andrew Barker is a mixed-media artist who creates intricate, illustrative works that are themed around the flora, fauna, and landscapes of the American West. (82 words) - [Sauce](/content/products/sauce/index.html): Denver-based multimedia artist Zane Colton Lerew draws inspiration from the clash of urban structure and nature's vibrant flow. A self-taught creator with roots in film and design, Zane's work merges abstraction, psychedelia, and the music that moves him. (121 words) - [Custom Graphic Topsheet](/content/products/custom-graphic-topsheet/index.html): This is an upgrade product to add to Wagner Ski packages. (15 words) - [Maintaining Your Skis - Wagner Custom Skis](/content/blogs/journal/maintaining-your-skis/index.html): Skis, in general, are tough, but do need regular maintenance. Here’s what you need to do to keep your skis tuned and maintained to perfection. (1,215 words) - [getstarted/index.html](/content/getstarted/index.html) (217 words) - [How to Custom Graphics: Part 5 (Putting it all Together)](/content/blogs/journal/how-to-custom-graphics-part-5/index.html): You've decided to do a custom graphic for your skis, but now what? While some people see this as an immense opportunity for creativity, others find it overwhelming and don’t know where to start. This "How to Custom Graphics" series is here to help you out. (618 words) - [How to Custom Graphics: Part 1 (Vector Art)](/content/blogs/journal/how-to-graphics-vector-art-part-1-5/index.html): You've decided to do a custom graphic for your skis, but now what? While some people see this as an immense opportunity for creativity, others find it overwhelming and don’t know where to start. This "How to Custom Graphics" series is here to help you out. This article focuses on vector art. (473 words) - [Genus](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/genus/index.html): Genus brings a wild streak to Wagner’s house-graphics collection. Designed in-house by Jack Plantz, the series pairs canine, ursine, feline, and cervine motifs with distinct color palettes, giving each design its own character and energy. Choose the animal—and colors—that feel most like you, and take a little of the wi (86 words) - [Figured Walnut](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/figured-walnut/index.html): Walnut, native to the eastern U.S. and Canada, is prized for its deep chocolate color, fine texture, and unique swirling grain. Often used in high-end furniture, gun stocks, and musical instruments, walnut veneers are strong, durable, and lightweight. With excellent shock resistance, a fine, straight grain, and distinctive color variations, they offer exceptional visual appeal and a smooth finish. Resistant to decay, walnut is the perfect choice for long-lasting, beautifully crafted pieces—making it an ideal topsheet for Wagner skis. (109 words) - [How to Custom Graphics: Part 4 (Photography)](/content/blogs/journal/how-to-custom-graphics-part-4/index.html): You've decided to do a custom graphic for your skis, but now what? While some people see this as an immense opportunity for creativity, others find it overwhelming and don’t know where to start. This "How to Custom Graphics" series is here to help you out. This time we are talking about using photography on your skis. (1,057 words) - [Whistler/Blackcomb](/content/collections/james-niehues-collection/products/whistler-blackcomb/index.html): James Niehues is famous for his trail map paintings, and now you can have your favorite mountain on your skis. If you don't see your favorite resort here, just ask! He has painted hundreds of trail maps over his 30-year career, we can likely get your favorite. Learn more about James Niehues, and see more of his work on (82 words) - [What Wagner Skis Can Do for Women](/content/blogs/journal/what-wagner-skis-can-do-for-women/index.html): At Wagner Custom, we don’t make women’s skis—we make skis for women, each one custom-built to fit the individual skier perfectly. (850 words) - [How to Custom Graphics: Part 2 (Wood Veneers)](/content/blogs/journal/how-to-custom-graphics-part-2/index.html): You've decided to do a custom graphic or wood veneer for your skis, but now what? While some people see this as an immense opportunity for creativity, others find it overwhelming and don’t know where to start. This "How to Custom Graphics" series is here to help you out. This article talks about wood veneers. (565 words) - [Ski Buyer’s Guide, Part 6: Putting It All Together - Wagner Custom Skis](/content/blogs/journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-6-putting-it-all-together/index.html): Too long, didn’t read? Here are the cliff notes on ski width, length, camber, stiffness, and materials by category. A bite-size guide with everything you need to know when picking your next pair of skis. (792 words) - [JOURNAL](/content/blogs/journal/tagged/graphics-inspiration/index.html) (1,000 words) - [JOURNAL](/content/blogs/journal/tagged/skiing-pod/index.html) (1,153 words) - [Red Gumwood](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/red-gumwood/index.html): Red Gumwood is a domestic wood found in the Southeastern US. It has a fine texture and silky luster. Gumwood's light pink sapwood creates contrasting dark reddish brown streaks, and gives our veneer a flare effect. (66 words) - [Padauk](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/padauk/index.html): Padauk is a hardwood that is native to central and tropical west Africa. It has a very distinct reddish orange coloration that tends to darken over time, and the wood is sometimes referred to by the name "Vermillion." It is considered very durable, and has a good natural luster. (96 words) - [Hero's Spruce](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/heros-spruce-1/index.html): In summer 2025, the Aspen Snowmass’ Mountain Planning team harvested Engelmann spruce trees during the glading of the new Hero’s terrain on Aspen Mountain. (97 words) - [Camp Bird Spruce](/content/collections/wood-veneers/products/camp-bird-spruce/index.html): Every piece of wood tells a story—if you know how to read it. The Camp Bird Spruce comes from a beautiful 120-year-old alpine spruce tree at the famous Camp Bird Mine between Ouray and Telluride. “There’s a picture of that spruce tree taken in the 1880s when it was about 6 feet tall,” East said. (162 words) - [Topo Home](/content/collections/custom-inspiration/products/topo-home/index.html): While we cannot re-create this custom graphic for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us and see what we can do. (73 words) - [Home Resort](/content/products/home-resort/index.html): While we cannot re-create this custom graphic for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us and see what we can do. (85 words) - [The Wagner Custom Promise: More Fun](/content/blogs/journal/the-wagner-custom-promise-more-fun/index.html): We don’t all ski the same way. A ski that’s built just for you will perform exactly the way you want it to, everywhere you take it. We know you have a lot of options when it comes to skis—and there are a lot of good ones out there. So why should you buy custom skis from Wagner? It all boils down to versatility. Mainstr (653 words) - [True North](/content/products/true-north/index.html): Andrew Barker is a mixed-media artist who creates intricate, illustrative works that are themed around the flora, fauna, and landscapes of the American West. (88 words) - [Of Bloom](/content/products/of-bloom/index.html): Andrew Barker is a mixed-media artist who creates intricate, illustrative works that are themed around the flora, fauna, and landscapes of the American West. (83 words) - [Black Limba](/content/products/black-limba/index.html): Black Limba is a beautiful West African species. This veneer is a dusky gold background characterized by grey and black grain striping and a subtle shimmer. (57 words) - [Bubinga Pomelle](/content/products/bubinga-pomelle/index.html): Bubinga is a glossy, deep reddish brown wood with fine darker graining throughout the veneer also known as African rosewood. Colors and aesthetics of Bubinga can vary widely, but the pomelle grain emphasizes the natural beauty and smooth finish of the wood. (73 words) - [The Boss](/content/collections/artist-series/products/the-boss/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (109 words) - [journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-2-ski-width/index.html](/content/journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-2-ski-width/index.html) (882 words) - [Pets](/content/collections/custom-inspiration/products/dogs/index.html): Who do people love more than their children? Their pets! If you have some good photography or artwork of your beloved fur baby, we can easily make it so that your best friend can "ski" with you.   (74 words) - [Salomon Shift 2 bindings](/content/products/salomon-shift-bindings/index.html): Salomon Shift 2 13 MN Bindings. Binding price includes mounting to Wagner skis. (27 words) - [Ink](/content/products/ink/index.html): With a cheeky nod to a classic Line ski graphic – as well as elements of Japanese sumi-e paintings – "Ink" balances itself between edgy and classic. (59 words) - [Snowflake T](/content/products/snowflake-t/index.html): This unisex jersey t-shirt offers a timeless fit to last through its lifetime, with shoulder taping, double stitched seams, and 100% cotton fabric* for comfort. Its true-to-size fit, tear-away label, and various color options provide a great look. *Fiber content may vary per color. (59 words) - [Flow](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/flow/index.html): The Watershed Series pairs Pete McBride’s river photography with Wagner Skis to connect skiing, water, and the systems that sustain the West. View Flow. (216 words) - [Flora](/content/collections/custom-inspiration/products/flora-1/index.html): Flora (and associated fauna) are a very popular ski graphic theme.  While we cannot re-create these custom graphics for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us and see what we can do. (76 words) - [Mountain Sunsets](/content/collections/custom-inspiration/products/mountain-sunsets/index.html): A sunset in the mountains? Now that's the stuff of dreams! It's the perfect combo of infinite beauty and epic scenery - and you'd be crazy not to love it. While we cannot re-create this custom graphic for you, you can use the concept to create something similar for yourself. Talk to us and see what we can do.   (81 words) - [Powder Fox](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/powder-fox/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (109 words) - [Rat Pack](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/rat-pack/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. (109 words) - [Wild](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/wild/index.html): Pete McBride and Wagner Skis collaborate on the Watershed Series—custom skis inspired by rivers, snow, and the water that sustains the West. View Wild. (196 words) - [Rapid](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/rapid/index.html): Photographer Pete McBride partners with Wagner Skis on the Watershed Series featuring custom ski designs telling the story of water from snow to river. View Rapid. (216 words) - [Rasta Curves Reboot](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/rasta-curves-reboot/index.html): We're bringing back a classic! "Rasta Curves Reboot" pairs clean black space with curving red, yellow, and green lines that echo motion, rhythm, and unity down the ski. (51 words) - [The Boss](/content/collections/featured-graphics/products/the-boss/index.html): Peggy Flavin is a Utah-based artist, muralist, and professional mountain guide whose work is shaped by extended time in wild, awe-inspiring places. 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(1,362 words) - [Cie Hoover | Landscape Examples](/content/products/cie-hoover-landscape-examples/index.html): Mountains, desert, ocean, forest, sky – or any combination of these – are your inspiration for this direction of Hoover's work. Take a cue from nature and get lost in that which surrounds you.  Once you have chosen a wood veneer and direction for him to pursue, you’ll be connected via phone or email with Hoover for an (132 words) - [Curls](/content/collections/house-graphics/products/curls/index.html): A little retro ‘60s and a touch of glam, Curls turns up the style and steals the spotlight. If only our skiing could match the vibe this graphic gives us! 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We do not tune/Spa Tune any other brand of skis. A Spa Tune with shipping includes:• Repair any base damage• Grind skis flat• Reinstall factory structure to bases• Deburr and sharpen edges• Reinstall (166 words) - [Wood Veneers](/content/collections/wood-veneers/index.html): Our Wagner Custom Skis wood veneers are unique, hand-finished, limited-batch pieces of actual wood that will age gracefully with your skis. Bear in mind that your skis’ shape may not exactly match these sample images, but the topsheet will closely resemble these unique wood grain depictions. (84 words) - [Cie Hoover](/content/pages/cie-hoover/index.html) (277 words) - [Ski Tune (Factory Drop Off/Pick Up)](/content/collections/ski-tunes/products/ski-tune-no-shipping/index.html): Your Wagner Custom Spa Tune will restore your Wagner skis to the original factory condition, or as close as possible. We do not tune/Spa Tune any other brand of skis. 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(1,277 words) - [Gift Factory Skis - Flow Bundle Upgrade with House Graphic](/content/products/gift-factory-skis-flow-bundle-upgrade-with-house-graphic.html): A great ski package for your skier who is harder on their gear. This option includes the "Flow Bundle" which includes the World Cup base for better glide and faster acceleration, as well as Aramid Impact Resistance for improved resistance to core shots, compressed edges, and blown sidewalls. We'll send you/them a ski g (248 words) - [Ski Buyer's Guide: Ski Materials - Wagner Custom Skis](/content/blogs/journal/ski-buyers-guide-part-4-ski-materials/index.html): Sure, shape, profile, and length determine many attributes of a ski, but the materials are really the meat—and bread—of the proverbial sandwich. We’ll explain here what each material does for a ski, and how it can help (or hinder) your personal skiing. (1,346 words) - [Gift Factory Skis - Factory Ski with House Graphic](/content/collections/gift-wagner-factory-skis/products/gift-factory-skis-factory-ski-with-house-graphic/index.html): A great ski package for your easy-on-their-skis-skier! We'll send you/them a ski gift packet or we can email the recipient directly to let them know they are getting Factory skis from you. The gift packet includes a letter that explains how to choose their skis and house graphic, a hat, and stickers. If you'd like to personalize the letter with a short note, just let us know. This packet provides all the information your lucky recipient will need to get started (and of course we are here if there are any questions along the way). (200 words) - [Featured Graphics](/content/collections/featured-graphics/index.html): Wagner Custom Skis' Featured Gallery highlights our most recent and most popular topsheets. 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(113 words) - [The Wagner Spa Tune](/content/collections/ski-tunes/index.html): Your Wagner Custom Spa Tune will restore your Wagner skis to the original factory condition, or as close as possible. Perfect for your skis after a big trip or before you put them away for the season! Please note we only tune/Spa Tune Wagner skis. (69 words) - [Topsheet Gallery](/content/pages/topsheet-gallery/index.html): Personalize the look of your new Wagner Custom Skis. We offer a wide selection of graphics from which to choose, as well full-custom designs and other unique finishes. 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