- Benjamin Forthun
- From: Bergen, Norway
- Ambassador since: 2020
- Outdoor activities: Skiing, Mountain Biking, Climbing, Surfing, Skateboarding
Achievements:
- Chasing good adventures in Mother Nature over chasing medals.
Benjamin Forthun is a prominent Norwegian professional freeride skier and one of the country's most influential figures in action sports media. Originally from Bergen, he has built a unique career by focusing on creative content and viral stunts rather than traditional competition medals.
Where did you grow up?
Grew up in Bergen, Norway
Where do you currently call home?
Bergen
What's activities are you into?
My main activity is skiing, but I also do a lot of mountain biking, climbing, surfing, and skating.
What year did you join the Norrøna family?
2020
What current items on norrona.com are some of your go-to favorites?
The lofoten Primaloft80 Anorak, lofoten Gore-Tex Pro Jacket, tamok Gore-Tex Pro Bib and svalbard Flannel Shirt.
What do you actively do to cut back on your carbon footprint?
Minimize the use of plastic, recycle, buying quality products that last longer, less consumption in general.
Career highlights/accomplishments
Being able to make a career from skiing without chasing any podiums. For me chasing gold medals isn’t the thing that makes skiing or any of the activities I do, fun. For me, every good ski trip or adventure I do with my friends is a highlight of my career, and also in my life in general.
Chasing good adventures in Mother Nature over chasing medals.
Where is your favorite place in the world?
Eikedalen Skisenter
What hobbies do you enjoy participating in?
Skiing, mountain biking, skating, surfing, climbing, disk golf, cliff diving, and camping
What is your hidden talent?
One of Bergen’s best disk golf players.
If you could choose a superpower, what would it be and why?
Flying! Because it would be cool 🤘
Benjamin Forthun in action
