Head ski racers dominated the 2024–25 season, with Rossignol close behind | Image: FIS Alpine

The 2024–25 FIS Alpine World Cup season has ended, and the numbers tell an exciting story. Each year, the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) tallies points scored by athletes across the circuit and ranks the ski brands behind them. These rankings show which companies supply the fastest gear, and how equipment shapes competition at the highest level.

While all the brands in the field create world-class skis, five clearly led the way this season. Here’s a closer look at the leaders, their star athletes, and the disciplines where they shined.

5. Atomic

Atomic skis | Image: Mynewsdesk

Atomic remained a force on the circuit, particularly in Slalom. Despite Mikaela Shiffrin’s limited season due to injury, Atomic athletes still collected enough points to keep the brand in contention. Rising stars like Zrinka Ljutic and Lucas Braathen carried the Atomic name through consistent Slalom performances. The brand finished just behind Rossignol and Head in that discipline, proving its depth even without its most famous racer on the course.

4. Stöckli

Stöckli skis | Image: Snow Academy

The boutique Swiss brand Stöckli might sponsor fewer athletes, but its racers pack a punch. With podiums in Downhill and Super-G, Stöckli showed that smaller teams can still challenge the giants. Their success highlights how precise engineering and athlete-brand alignment can matter more than sponsorship numbers. For skiers who value craftsmanship, Stöckli’s strong season reinforces its reputation as a high-performance brand with loyal athletes.

3. Fischer

Fischer skis powering racers | Image: FIS Alpine

Fischer carved out its spot among the top brands this season through consistent results across disciplines. Known for technical excellence in both speed and technical events, Fischer athletes collected valuable points in Giant Slalom and Slalom. The brand’s balanced presence on both the men’s and women’s tours kept it firmly in the top five, even against competitors with larger sponsorship budgets.

2. Rossignol

Rossignol ski | Image: Ski Utah

Rossignol had a stellar year, especially in Giant Slalom. Italian star Federica Brignone, the overall season champion, contributed heavily with multiple race wins. Switzerland’s Loic Meillard and Norway’s Alexander Steen Olsen added strong results for the men’s team. Rossignol finished the season with more than 12,000 points, driven by its dominance in technical events. With history, innovation, and athlete trust, Rossignol once again proved why it is one of the most iconic brands in skiing.

1. Head

Head Rebels team on the podium

No brand matched Head in 2024–25. With over 15,800 points, Head skiers dominated across every discipline. Stars like Lara Gut-Behrami, Sara Hector, and Conny Hütter delivered top-five finishes on the women’s side, while Atle Lie McGrath and Vincent Kriechmayr carried the men’s team. Head ruled in both Downhill and Super-G, nearly doubling the points of its closest rivals.

Head’s dominance comes from both talent and scale. With one of the largest athlete rosters on tour, the brand can spread risk across events and conditions. Still, its engineering and testing program continue to set the bar for ski racing performance.

The Bigger Picture

The rankings show that while big names like Head and Rossignol often lead, smaller brands like Stöckli and Fischer can still break through with precision and strong athlete partnerships. At this level, ski racers spend months testing equipment to find the right match for their style, making brand choice both technical and deeply personal.

For recreational skiers, the skis used in World Cup racing are far too specialized, but these rankings still highlight which companies are pushing technology forward. If you ever get the chance to demo a race ski, you will quickly feel the difference in precision and power.

Shredder’s Take

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