HEAD: Austrian precision in skiing

HEAD: an iconic ski brand

HEAD has over 70 years of technical expertise in all forms of skiing: racing, piste, all-mountain, and freeride. Racing skis, competition boots, technical clothing: every product combines power, control, and reliability. For skiers looking for speed and pure thrills on the snowy slopes!

Did you know?

In 1950, Howard Head revolutionized the world of skiing with the first aluminum-magnesium ski, 10 times stronger than the wooden models of the time. This Austrian-American genius laid the foundations for the technical revolution that would propel HEAD to the top of the world rankings.

Cutting-edge engineering at HEAD 

It is in Liezen, Austria, at the foot of the Alps, that HEAD forges its DNA of industrial precision. Since the 1960s, the brand has equipped the greatest champions and made its mark in World Cup competitions. This proximity to the skiing elite inspires innovations that redefine standards: from Austrian laboratories to snow-covered slopes around the world, HEAD continues to push the limits of performance.

Innovation made in HEAD: Graphene and EMC

At the heart of Head's DNA is a perpetual quest for innovation. The brand has pioneered the use of graphene, the thinnest, lightest, and strongest material in the world. Strategically integrated into the cores of skis, it allows for optimal weight distribution and exceptional responsiveness. More recently, HEAD introduced EMC (Energy Management Circuit) technology, the world's only electronic vibration damping system. By converting kinetic energy into electrical energy, this technology reduces negative vibrations to provide a smoother ski and unmatched stability, even at high speeds.

Iconic ranges for all terrains

Head segments its offering to precisely meet the needs of every skier:

• Kore: A true revolution in the world of freeriding, the Kore range combines extreme lightness with exceptional torsional rigidity, allowing you to float in powder snow and dominate the slopes with ease.
• Worldcup Rebels: The benchmark range for the slopes and competition. These skis are designed for those seeking maximum grip and lightning-fast acceleration, benefiting directly from the technologies used by the world's best athletes.
• Supershape & Shape: Versatile and intuitive piste skis, perfect for perfecting your technique and having fun whatever the snow conditions.

HEAD, the choice of champions

Wearing Head equipment in competition means joining a long list of champions. The brand dominates the world rankings with legendary athletes such asAlexis Pinturault, Lara Gut-Behrami, and Cornelia Hütter. 

The choice of champions is not just a question of speed; it's a question of confidence. At such a high level of competition, there is no room for error. This extreme reliability translates into robust equipment that maintains precise grip on the hardest snow and offers maximum safety when cornering, regardless of how intensely you ski.

This expertise, acquired at the highest level of competition, is incorporated into all of the brand's products, enabling it to offer every user reliable, robust, and high-performance equipment.

Commitment and spirit of the HEAD brand

Aware that its field of expression is directly threatened by climate change, the Head brand has launched the "HEAD Rethink" program. This cross-functional initiative aims to reduce the company's environmental footprint at every stage of production. This translates into concrete actions:the use of renewable energy in its main factories in Austria, the gradual elimination of plastic in its packaging, andthe optimization of industrial waste management.

Beyond manufacturing, Head's philosophy is based on sustainability through excellence. By designing exceptionally robust products, the brand combats obsolescence and encourages more responsible consumption. Finally, through its long-standing partnership with the Cool Earth organization, Head is actively involved in the fight against deforestation, protecting carbon sinks that are essential for stabilizing the climate on which our winters depend. For Head, performance only makes sense if it is part of a deep and lasting respect for the mountains.