Our Story
About Kindred Snowboards & Skis
Nicole Kelly
Niki is a snowboarder, adventurer, photographer, and vanlifer focused on living life to the fullest. She calls Kicking Horse Resort her home mountain. We first caught wind of Niki when her employer contacted us. They wanted us to build a high-performance custom snowboard for a special employee who would be spending her winter season competing in as many of the Freeride Qualifying competitions as she could. When Niki used that first board to qualify and compete for Canada in the 2019 Freeride World Tour we knew that we wanted to continue to support her journey. This woman throws down!
Follow Niki's adventures on Instagram @niki.kelly
Each board and ski is an intentionally created work of functional art that reflects our values
In the shadow of the Beaufort Range on Vancouver Island, we craft bespoke snowboards, splitboards, and skis tailored to the individual needs of the discerning rider.
Using a blend of traditional handiwork and precision technologies to shape and adorn our work, we create beautiful custom and limited-edition pieces that celebrate the natural environment. Each piece we create reflects our values of quality craftsmanship, artistry, and uniqueness.
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Every KINDRED is manufactured in house. We apply strict quality control to all components and the final products. Acute attention to detail means you can trust the build quality in even the most demanding conditions.
We personalize flex and feel by utilizing the highest quality composites, like carbon fibre and fiberglass in varying weaves, titanal, and rubber to suit each build.
We offer several options for original wood marquetry designs to adorn each Limited Edition build.
Get the custom-built snowboard or skis of your dreams
Whether you’re after certain functional specifications or elaborate topsheet artwork, we work with you to make your vision a reality so you can hit the slopes your way.
By using low VOC Entropy bio resins, locally sourced Cypress lumber, and minimizing plastics, we aim to reduce our footprint as much as possible.
We build our cores in house using select Vancouver Island Cypress. Cypress has an excellent strength to weight ratio and superb feel that is unmatched across the industry. Marquetry topsheets include an array of FSC certified domestic and exotic wood species.
Acute attention to detail means you can trust the build quality in even the most demanding conditions.
Connecting with nature, and one another
The act of snowboarding or skiing is so much more than just sliding on snow – it’s about connecting with your surroundings and the people who share the experience with you.
There’s nothing quite like charging through fresh powder surrounded by the euphoric hoots and hollers of your friends. Being outdoors, appreciating the beauty of the mountains, and sharing the joy for powder, peaks, and park features is what Kindred is all about.
An appreciation for this alpine lifestyle and the supportive family, friends, and community who embody its magic both on and off the slopes is our inspiration for the name Kindred. We invite you to join the Kindred family by ordering your unique piece of rideable art today.
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