- Owen Leeper
- From: Aspen, CO
- Ambassador since: 2022
- Outdoor activities: Mountaineering, Mountain Biking, Climbing, Camping, Surfing, Hiking
Achievements:
- Skiing Mt. Cook in New Zealand and a number of the highest peaks in the U.S.
Owen Leeper is a big mountain specialist who has become one of the most recognizable faces in modern freeskiing. Originally from Aspen, Colorado, Owen spent his youth honing his skills in the terrain park before moving to the rugged Teton Range of Wyoming in 2013. Known for his "all-in" style and his ability to self-produce viral mountain content, Owen has redefined what it means to be a professional athlete in the digital age.
Where did you grow up?
Aspen, CO
Where do you currently call home?
Jackson, WY Activity Big Mountain Skier
What year did you join the Norrøna family?
2022
What current items on norrona.com are some of your go-to favorites?
The Lofoten Pro Jacket for skiing & Lyngen Down for out on the town
What do you actively do to cut back on your carbon footprint?
I live in and enjoy exploring my local mountains close by, rather than driving all over to find new zones.
Career highlights/accomplishments
Skiing Mt. Cook in New Zealand and a number of the highest peaks in the U.S.
Where is your favorite place in the world?
Switzerland for skiing and Chocolate!
What advice would you give your 10-year-old self?
Aim high, even if you fall short, you'll achieve way more than with realistic goals
What hobbies do you enjoy participating in?
Ski Mountaineering, biking, climbing, camping, surfing, cliff jumping, and hiking.
What is/are your hidden talent(s)?
Stock trader and financial guru
If you could choose a superpower, what would it be and why?
Teleport, so I could transport to the top of my ski lines!
Owen Leeper in action
