Riksgränsen [Raw] feat. Phil Casabon, Henrik Harlaut, Jacob Wester, and Kim Boberg
A raw compilation of footage from Riksgränsen, Sweden May, 2014. Thanks to Riksgränsen Resort for the hospitality. Music by Darkside armadaskis.com
Henrik Harlaut
Henrik Harlaut, born in 1991 in Stockholm and raised in Åre, Sweden, is one of the most iconic and creative freestyle skiers in the history of freeskiing. From an early age, he fell in love with park and street skiing, developing a signature style instantly recognizable by his baggy pants, dreadlocks, and hip-hop-influenced mannerisms. He changed the game in Big Air by landing the first nose butter triple cork 1620 and has racked up over thirteen X Games medals, including eight golds, mainly in slopestyle and Big Air. He also represented Sweden at the Winter Olympics in Sochi, PyeongChang, and Beijing, notably earning a bronze medal in Big Air in 2022. Beyond podiums, Henrik is celebrated for his approach to skiing focused on creativity and style, often choosing to film segments or ride events like Kimbo Sessions over strict competition. Through films, standout video parts, and his own series with Level 1, Armada, and Harlaut Apparel, he has played a huge role in reshaping freeski culture. His positive energy, laid-back philosophy, and authenticity continue to inspire the entire freestyle ski community.
Jacob Wester
Jacob Wester is a Swedish skier born in 1987 in Stockholm. He started skiing at a young age and rose to prominence in the international freeski scene in 2005, thanks to standout performances in Big Air and slopestyle. He earned two bronze medals at the X Games in Aspen in 2008 and 2009, known for his creative and bold aerial style. In the 2010s, Jacob shifted away from competitions to focus on freeride and backcountry skiing. Now based in Chamonix, he blends big-mountain skiing with freestyle influences, embracing a freer, more expressive approach to the sport. He has appeared in numerous ski films and independent video projects. Off the mountain, Jacob is passionate about surfing, fishing, and tattooing. He lives close to nature and often shares his outdoor lifestyle with his partner, photographer Sofia Sjöberg. With a free-spirited and thoughtful mindset, he represents a modern vision of skiing rooted in adventure, creativity, and environmental awareness.
Kim Boberg
Kim Boberg is a Swedish freeskier born in 1991 in Älvdalen and based in Kläppen, the resort where he grew up skiing. A long-standing Armada athlete (over 16 years), he became known for his standout video parts and major influence on freeski culture. He is best known as the founder and organizer of the renowned Kimbo Sessions—a spring park gathering at Kläppen that brings together the world’s top skiers in a laid-back, creativity-focused “anti-stress” atmosphere. His park, designed and built under his direction with expert shapers, features unique modules and skate-inspired transitions, with every inch fully skied. Kim embodies community spirit, style, and innovation, making him a living legend in the freeski movement.
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.
Riksgränsen
Riksgränsen is the northernmost ski resort in Sweden, located about 200 kilometers above the Arctic Circle, right by the Norwegian border. It ranges from 520 to 909 meters in elevation, offering around 400 meters of vertical drop and nearly 21 kilometers of runs served by six lifts. Known for its exceptional natural snowfall, the resort relies entirely on nature without artificial snow and enjoys a long season stretching from late February into June, allowing skiing under the midnight sun in spring. Riksgränsen provides a mix of beginner, intermediate, and expert terrain, with a highly regarded freeride area perfect for off-piste and heliskiing. With its small village, authentic Arctic atmosphere, and chances to see the northern lights, it’s a truly unique destination for a remarkable Nordic experience.
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.
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