Volkl

Völkl was founded in 1923 when Franz Völkl converted his father Georg Völkl's horse-drawn carriage production into ski manufacturing. Initially operating under the name 'Vöstra' (a contraction of Völkl Straubing), the company established itself in Straubing, Germany. The brand pioneered significant technical innovations: the first ski built in sandwich construction and revolutionary designs including the zebra pattern featured on the legendary Racetiger. Today Völkl remains one of the largest and one of the last remaining ski manufacturers in Germany—a century-old operation in an industry where most production has moved abroad. The company celebrates its longevity through the '100 Years of Made in Germany' milestone, emphasizing its commitment to domestic production. Current offerings span ski designs engineered for different mountain conditions and skiing styles, with performance and durability as core design drivers. The brand occupies a recognized position in European and North American ski culture, known for technical precision and German engineering standards.