Risk, Reward, and the Chase: A Snow Kiting Story from Victor Ruotti

Sometimes, the best sessions come from taking a chance. What started with doubt—questioning the wind, the snow, and whether the mission was worth it—turned into an unforgettable ride for Victor. With winds gusting up to 40mph and some of the best snow in years, the reward was pure magic. From overpowered 6m sessions to a 3-hour journey that became just as memorable as the destination, this one was about more than just the conditions. It was about the chase, the crew, and those moments where everything clicks. Victor, an F-One ambassador from Wisconsin, shares some of his recent highlights snow kiting this season below!

A story of doubt, pursuit, and the relentless pull of the wind—a journey where hesitation meets the undeniable urge to ride.

 
 It starts with doubt. Local winds were weak, the snow wasnt bonded. Couldve call it. But something said go. So I chase. North, searching. Then, it clicked. Lit on a 10m the board carved the edgy snow, the wind was clean. Effortless. Weightless. Magic. That’s the chase—you never know… Until you do.
– Victor Ruotti
 
Yesterday’s ride was nothing short of legendary. With winds gusting up to 40mph, the snow was hands-down the best I’ve ridden in years. Overpowered 6m sessions had us pushing the edge, riding that fine line between control and chaos. But the adventure wasn’t just about the conditions—it was the 3-hour journey that matched the stoke of the destination. Huge gratitude to the crew who turned this mission into something unforgettable.
At the end of the day, it’s not just about chasing the wind—it’s about the stories we create along the way. The journey, the company, and those shared moments often outshine the destination itself.
– Victor Ruotti