Phil Casabon's "Ensemble" (2020)
Phil Casabon and Brady Perron are proud to present an all new short form visual. Their athletic-visual chemistry continues in 2020 with a poetic approach. While embracing Phil’s mysterious side, Ensemble nods to his intrigue for martial arts, love for his home city and connection to music. “Working ensemble with trustworthy friendz is an essential piece, for a good turnout, in the hostile environment that street skiing may be.” -Phil Casabon Starring/Produced/Directed by Phil Casabon Shot/Edit/Directed by Brady Perron Animations by Matthew Milewski and Corey Ryan Title Art by Joseph Toney Music by Ben Van, Jessee Pépin and Anika
Brady Perron
Brady Perron is an American freeskier from New Hampshire, now based in the western U.S. He first gained attention with his smooth style and impactful segments in 4bi9 and Level 1 films before shifting focus to ski filmmaking and editing. He holds two gold medals from the X Games Real Ski and is known for his creative approach, blending park, street, and backcountry while emphasizing style and visual aesthetics. Collaborations with athletes like Phil Casabon and Henrik Harlaut highlight his influence in the freeski culture through artistic storytelling
Philip Casabon
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
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
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.
Blue Tomato
Blue Tomato is an Austrian company founded in 1988 from Gerfried Schuller’s snowboard school, which transitioned from a garage storefront to its first proper shop in 1994. It has grown to become one of Europe’s leading retailers for snowboard, freeski, surf, skate, and streetwear, operating over 85 physical stores across nine countries and a multilingual online shop. The brand offers over 450,000 products from hundreds of established and emerging labels. Blue Tomato focuses on an omnichannel approach—combining brick-and-mortar stores, e‑commerce, and interactive customer service—while deeply engaging with action-sports communities through team riders, events, and collaborations.
Full Tilt
Full Tilt was a legendary American ski boot brand that revived a classic 1980s design originally known as the Raichle boot. Famous for its three-piece shell, progressive flex, and heat-moldable liner, Full Tilt quickly became a favorite in the freestyle ski community. Its boots were known for comfort, shock absorption, and precision, especially in the park and urban settings. With popular models like the Drop Kick and First Chair, the brand built a strong identity and was supported by top athletes such as Tom Wallisch and Henrik Harlaut. In 2022, Full Tilt was merged into the K2 brand, which continues to carry on its technology and design legacy.
Monster Energy
Monster Energy, founded in 2002 in the United States, is best known for its energy drinks with the iconic green claw logo. Early on, the brand heavily invested in extreme sports to build its bold, rebellious image. In skiing, Monster sponsors some of the world’s top freeriders and freestylers like Sammy Carlson, Henrik Harlaut, and Tom Wallisch, supporting both their competitions and film projects. Through these partnerships, Monster Energy has become a major force at the X Games and in top ski productions, helping push the sport’s boundaries. Beyond sponsorships, the brand also organizes and funds dedicated events that showcase skiers’ creativity and style. Today, Monster stands as a symbol of performance and freedom in the freestyle and freeride ski world.
Tall T Productions
Tall T Productions is a ski video collective founded by Paul Dowell and Josh Haupt, based in Denver. From the outset, the studio focused on creative ski films blending street, backcountry, and park styles. They produced notable videos like Nevermind, Roasted, and segments for Level 1 such as Zig Zag and Pleasure, featuring riders including Keegan Kilbride, Phil Casabon, Sammy Keena, and Tanner Hall. Alongside their film work, Tall T offers a line of action-ski lifestyle apparel and accessories—t-shirts, hats, ski straps—distributed through specialized shops and events. The duo emphasizes an artistic, community-driven vision, combining filmmaking, branding, and active engagement with the independent freeski culture.
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