About Us: Our Philosophy, Team, and Motto
Radical Sports handcrafted excellence since 1984
Radical Sports is a Swiss manufacturer of snowboards, skis and splitboards that played an important role in the early development of snowboarding in Europe.
We have been developing handmade high-tech boards and skis with passion and precision for over 40 years. Our goal remains unchanged: Only the best boards guarantee the ultimate skiing experience.
The unique Radical boards are based on the many years of experience of our founder Mark Farner, a snowboard pioneer and former successful World Cup rider. Together we are constantly developing innovative shapes and construction methods to take performance and riding fun to a new level.
Radical stands for top quality, sustainability and timeless design. We specialise in small series and customised sports equipment.
Radical has always been owner-managed and remains true to its roots – by winter sports enthusiasts for winter sports enthusiasts, with heart and passion.
Mark Farner / Founder
Only the best boards are good enough for the ultimate riding experience!
Philosophy and passion
Our journey began with the aim of creating the ultimate driving experience. A vision turned into a brand that stands for high quality and timeless design. We build boards and skis that we ourselves love and ride with passion – and we want you to share this enthusiasm.
At the same time, the sustainability of our products and processes is particularly important to us. Although the production of carbon is not always environmentally friendly, we consciously rely on a combination of materials that enables exceptionally durable products.
Every product we develop is an expression of our dedication to the sport. It’s not just about technology, it’s about that special feeling that draws you back to the snow again and again. That’s our philosophy – and we look forward to sharing it with you.
Our Slogan: “Radical makes you ride better”
Our slogan stands for our tireless endeavour to take the riding experience to a new level. With our handcrafted products, we set new standards in the industry – because life is too short to settle for anything less than the best.
Our unique and finely tuned shapes make riding more intuitive and allow you to get the most out of yourself and your equipment. The technique becomes easier, the feeling safer and you will experience how you outgrow yourself.
As pioneers, we are not only constantly developing our product collections, but also offer technical courses and guided tours so that you can utilise the full potential of our equipment.
To snowboard, or not to snowboard? That is the question. The answer, my friends, is Radical.
Patrick
CEO. Owner
Ensures that all the threads come together. With Radical since 2013.
Florian
CTO, Owner
The expert for precision and expertise. With Radical since 2009.
Niki
IT, TOURGUIDE, RD, Owner
Splitboardguide, Webmaster, Fotograf und Gipfelstürmer. Seit 1996 bei Radical.
Dominic
Graphics and Owner
Responsible for the Radical catalogues and designs. With Radical since 1992.
Mark
Founder, Former Owner, Sales
A pioneering figure in the European snowboard scene who has played a key role in the development of high-performance boards over four decades. With Radical since 1984.