Rob Machado
Athletes
Follow the athletes who prove those who dare, win.
GLOBAL SURF TEAM
Comprised of some of the most technical abilities the surf scene has witnessed, the global Dragon surf roster is graced with an array of storied and rising talent. Our surf team’s journey continues to take them around the world showcasing their best sets along the way.
Shane Dorian
Seth Moniz
GLOBAL SNOWBOARD TEAM
Hunting for the most technical terrain parks and the fluffiest backcountry pillows, Dragon's global snowboard roster consists of an assortment of storied and rising talent. Accented with a grouping of inspiring influence and sunny personalities, our family of snowboarders continues to write their own journeys that pays homage to the sport.
Danny Davis
Brock Crouch
Bryan Iguchi
GIGI RÜF
Leanne Pelosi
Kimmy Fasani
GLOBAL SKI TEAM
Continuing to slay every feature in the terrain parks and untouched lines in the backcountry, Dragon’s global ski team is making it seem as though winter is the only season all year long. Technical and timeless. Adventurous and Amplifying. This roster of freestyle wizards is pioneering their own paths within the sport.
Jossi Wells
Chris Benchetler
Denis Renalter
Rob Machado
Cardiff, CA
Style master, freesurfer, surfboard designer, and Pipeline Masters Champion. One of the all-time legends of our sport.
@rob_machado
Shane Dorian
Kona, HI
Big wave surfing legend. 2016 Big Wave of the Year Winner. Father. Husband. Hunter. Stunt double. Inventor. There’s not a lot Shane Dorian hasn’t done.
>@shanedorian
Seth Moniz
Youngest of the legendary Hawaiian Moniz surf family. World Surf League Rookie of the year in 2019. The flair in the water is equally balanced by his smile and humble nature.
@sethmoniz
Danny Davis
Hyland, MI
Two-time - X Games Gold Medalist in Men’s Halfpipe. Creator of the Peace Parks. Danny is all about bring his own creativity to snowboarding, allowing his riding abilities and style to stand out.
@travelindan
Brock Crouch
Southern California renaissance man balancing his time surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding. US Snowboard and Surf team member. Rarely stops moving but calls Carlsbad his home.
@brockcrouch
Bryan Iguchi
Los Angeles, CA
Better know as Guch, he is the godfather of backcountry snowboarding in Jackson Hole. There are not many mountains or lines Guch has not touched on his snowboard. He continues to inspire and influence a wide genre of snowboarders.
@bryaniguchi
GIGI RÜF
AU, Austria
Fellow snowboarders have been trying to match Gigi’s style and creativity for the last decade with no success. Through out his career Gigi has had several standout film segments that are timeless and shaped snowboarding into what it is today.
@gigiruef
Leanne Pelosi
Calgary, AB
Known for pushing the limits in women’s snowboarding, Leanne dashed onto the scene in the early 2000s – winning contests at the Vans Triple Crown and the Burton U.S. Open. Winning Rookie of the Year in 2004 and Rider of the Year a year later, Leanne has graduated beyond her legacy in the park and has channeled her namesake into pioneering the vast backcountry.
@leannepelosi
Kimmy Fasani
One of the most progressive riders blending backcountry and park riding. Positivity wins out over adversity. Recently added her most proud accomplishment of becoming a mom.
@kimmyfasani
Jossi Wells
Wanaka, NZ
2016 X Games gold medalist in Men’s Slopestyle, Jossi has a unique style that separates him from other skiers. Coming from a family of brothers, the Wells family is the unofficial family of Freesking.
@jossiwells
Chris Benchetler
Bishop Lakes, CA
Chris has done everything in the ski world. From standing on top of the podium at the biggest events across the globe, to putting out the most iconic film segments for the last decade, Chris has been apart of Dragon or the last 15 years.
@chrisbenchetler
Denis Renalter
Tirol, Austria
Dennis Ranalter, born in 1994 in Austria's Stubaital valley, began skiing at the age of three. Initially involved in ski racing, he transitioned to freestyle skiing during his teenage years, drawn by its creative and expressive nature. His playful style and technical prowess have earned him a wide fan base and the moniker "D-RAN." In 2023, Ranalter starred in "Descendance," a documentary produced by The North Face and Legs of Steel. The film explores his personal journey of self-exploration, examining his relationship with his own skin color and his experiences as a Black skier in a predominantly white sport. "Descendance" received critical acclaim and won the award for Outstanding Camera Work at the 2024 Sports Emmy Awards. Beyond his skiing career, Ranalter is an advocate for greater diversity and inclusion in the sport. Through his personal experiences and storytelling, he aims to inspire others and broaden representation within the skiing community.
@denisrinalter