Full Movie - https://youtu.be/OmJTHnPCewo?si=j-dayEesJaymIWS0 https://www.instagram.com/casablunt/ https://philcasabon.com Song by : Paul Averginos - Get busy on it 2 Filmed by : Brady Perron, Raph Sevigny Edited by : B-Dog Skiing by : Phil Casabon, Henrik Harlaut, Kim Boberg, Liam Downey, Mike Hornbeck and more
Philip Casabon, born in 1989 in Shawinigan, Quebec, is regarded as one of the most creative and influential street and park skiers of his generation. He rose to fame through Level 1 films and numerous videos with Armada, winning the X Games Real Ski twice and being named Skier of the Year in 2018. Loyal to Armada for nearly two decades, he helped design his own pro model, the BDog. Active in street, park, and backcountry, Phil stands out for his smooth style, boundless creativity, and exemplary work ethic.
Shawinigan, located in the Mauricie region, has a special connection to ski culture, mainly thanks to Vallée du Parc ski resort just a few minutes from downtown. This family-friendly alpine center offers 33 runs, a terrain park, and an alpine luge track, drawing skiers and snowboarders from across the area every winter. Shawinigan has nurtured many enthusiasts who made their mark in freestyle and alpine skiing, taking advantage of nearby facilities to develop their skills from a young age. Ski culture also thrives at Parc de l’Île-Melville, a favorite spot for cross-country skiing and winter activities, with varied terrain along the Saint-Maurice River. Beyond sports, the town celebrates its love of winter through local events and the lively atmosphere of microbreweries and cafés where skiers and families gather after a day on the slopes. Shawinigan thus blends small-town life, a strong sense of community, and a passion for the mountains, making it a vibrant little hub of Quebec ski culture.
Armada was born in 2002 from a vision shared by a small group of professional skiers and friends, including Tanner Hall, JP Auclair, Julien Regnier, and photographer Chris O’Connell. Frustrated by big traditional brands that didn’t understand the booming needs of freestyle and freeride skiing, they decided to build their own company, dedicated to this new generation of skiers. Their goal was simple: design skis by riders themselves to push limits in parks, powder, and big mountain terrain. Based in Costa Mesa, California, Armada quickly earned a reputation for its innovative, independent spirit. It developed iconic models like the ARV for freestyle and the JJ for backcountry. Thanks to the direct involvement of its founders in design and marketing, the brand cultivated an authentic, rebellious image closely tied to freeski culture. Even today, Armada remains true to the legacy left by its founders, keeping passion and creativity at the heart of its identity.