Steve Mayer

At 15 years old, Steve Mayer was chasing his ski-racing dreams living in France. A slalom specialist, Mayer’s technique was never the problem—but his size seemed to limit his ability to reach his top speed.

 So what did he do? He looked up. High in the alpine of the French Alps Mayer saw steeps that wouldn’t hold back his need for speed, and he came to a realization— if it’s steep enough, everyone goes the same speed.

Since then, Mayer has hunted steep descents all over the world from La Grave to Hokkaido, Ryksgransen to Cerro Casto, and Alaska to British Columbia. Today, he’s one of the most technically sound guides who knows the mountain like the back of his hand.

First season working for Whistler Blackcomb: 1989

Certifications: CSIA 4, CSCF 2, Examiner lvl 2

Favourite ski run: Wild Side to Bad Attitude