Athlete Anna DeMonte’s passion for mountain sports began in the most unlikely of places: the swimming pool. Years of competitive training taught her the importance of precision, focus, and honed technique, but after four gruelling years of college swimming and Olympic trials, burnout hit hard. Trading the flat Midwest for the towering Rockies, Anna found freedom in climbing and skiing and fully immersed herself in the mountains.
High in the heart of Chamonix, one of the world’s most iconic alpine playgrounds, mountain guide and Rab athlete Pierre Idris “Pim” Mehdi reveals what it truly takes to build a life in the mountains. A Guide’s Book follows Pim through steep ski lines, complex terrain, and the daily balance between personal ambition and guiding clients safely in some of the Alps’ most demanding environments.
Balancing Act is a short film about our ambassadors, JF Plouffe and Marie-Andrée Racine, who navigate the highs and lows of family life while chasing their love for the mountains. This project shows that it’s possible to share your passions with your kids while embracing life’s adventures together. A celebration of resilience, teamwork, and the joy of exploring the outdoors together as a family. Full film launching this winter!
From the Blackfoot near Missoula to a spring creek outside Bozeman, the Madison at Three Dollar Bridge, and a drift down the Missouri River by Craig, she chases the legendary early-season Salmon Fly and Pale Morning Duns (PMDs) hatches. Along the way, she discovers Montana’s vibrant fly fishing culture - visiting fly shops, meeting passionate anglers, and immersing herself in a community where wild rivers and trout are part of everyday life.
Since 1987, Karin and Lennart watched and recorded the weather every third hour, day and night, seven days a week, every day of the year, from their station by the lighthouse in Falsterbo, Sweden. Earning “a lousy salary, and a fantastic life” they remained steadfast through childbirth, illness and snowstorms—not missing a single observation in 36 years—while thousands of stations around the world fell to automation. Told through the eyes of their daughter Maja, this extraordinary and heartwarming love story shows lasting happiness exists in profound connection with nature and everyday rhythms.
Shimano Ambassador Manon Lloyd documented an incredible and incredibly tough journey through her homeland of Wales—her longest ride to date. Supported by friends, sharing her raw experience, and showing her strength and resilience in the Welsh, unforgiving weather.
From the dunes of Morocco to the summits of Europe, Elhousine Elazzaoui entered the world of competition by chance. But he never stopped running.
Beyond his victories, including the Golden Trails World Series title, Elhousine is known for something deeper. His ability to transcend borders, earn respect and build lasting friendships. Now, for the first time, he shares the story behind the stride.
The Nomad is about where he’s from, how far he’s come and the people who moved with him.
Ryland Bell has always been a dark horse. Born in Alaska and based year-round in Haines, the notoriously hardcore snowboarder and lifelong commercial fisherman spends his winters quietly hiking world-class spines from his backyard. In April of 2025, he headed deep into his home mountains in search of the biggest line of his life.
This is a story of searching — for snow, for meaning, and for the feeling that keeps bringing us back to the mountains. Welcome to a season in the Swiss Alps.
What does it really take to turn a childhood dream into Olympic gold? For Swedish skier Frida Karlsson, the path wasn’t about following the traditional formula for success in cross-country skiing. She had to carve out her own way in a sport defined by rigid structures and endless endurance.Following a breakdown, she then rebuilt herself, rediscovering joy in the process, and unlocked the strength to chase her dreams on her own terms. This is the untold story of her journey - from obsession to burnout, from struggle to triumph.Frida’s competitive spirit has always driven her to be the best, but understanding that being an athlete is just one part of her identity allowed her to find balance. Her story isn’t just about medals - it’s about learning, growing, and discovering the power of pushing beyond limits while staying true to yourself.
