To commemorate the life of late freeride ski athlete Kyle Smaine, Fischer is releasing a limited addition version of the Ranger 108 ski that is adorned with a design created by Blaz Bajzelj that speaks to Kyle’s legacy of kindness, his passion for skiing, and his desire to spread the stoke for the sport he loved.
The Ranger 108 is powerful yet playful and represents how Kyle approached life and skiing. “The Kyle Tribute Ski beautifully honors Kyle’s legacy, blending cherished memories of his passions—biking, surfing, and especially skiing,” says Jenna Dramise, Kyle’s partner. “He played a key role in developing the Ranger 108, which not only allows everyone to experience the joy of riding in deep powder, but also enhances performance for an unforgettable ride. It serves as a heartfelt tribute to the sports he loved and the active, vibrant life he lived.”
A portion of each sale of the Kyle Tribute Ski will go to The Smaine Fund, a charity founded by Dramise in Kyle’s memory with the mission to help up-and-coming athletes succeed through financial assistance, mentorship, and training opportunities.
“Kyle Smaine was the hardest working athlete that I have the privilege of working with in my career,” remembers Brian Landrigan, US Marketing Director at Fischer Sports. “From producing high quality content to owning the product development process Kyle helped shape the Ranger line of skis and I will be forever grateful for the opportunity to be able to work alongside him. His legacy lives on in all the models, and our process for developing new products. It was an honor to be able to develop this tribute ski in his honor.”
