Do want to know more about our Telemark Athletes? Then you are on the right place! Each week in Summer we introduce one athlete of the Telemark family.

This Week: Nicolas Michel, Switzerland

First Name: Nicolas

Last Name:  Michel

Birthdate: 02.02.1995

Language: French, German, English

Material: Ski: Stöckli / Poles: Exel / Helmet & goggles: Giro / Boots: Scarpa / Binding: Rottefella

Sponsors: THYON - 4 VALLEES

Profession: Cabinet Maker / Student: Bachelor in Wood Engineering

Hobbies: Motorsports / Climbing / Basketball / Hanging out with friends

Motto: The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.

Why do you Telemark? Because I like the fact that we have a feeling of freedom and proximity to the snow when we are skiing, but also the spirit that is connected to this sport. It is often said that Telemark is a family and this is true. Everyone knows each other and the atmosphere is always cheerful and positive. In competition, I like the fact that several disciplines are combined in a single race (skating, jumping and slalom).

What is your favorite Telemark discipline? Sprint because if you miss the first run there is still a second one to do better. But I kinda like parallel too because the head to head format brings more Adrenaline.

How often do you train per Week? Whats your favorite Training? Between 4 and 5 times during the week at the gym and on weekends all day on skis. My favorite training is the one that happens on the snow, because it is the one where you have the most sensation and fun.

What was the best experience of your career so far? Winning the overall World Cup 2018 and receive the crystal globe at the finale races in my own Country (Switzerland) with all my family and friends.

Whats your favorite race on the World Cup Calendar? Thyon (SUI), because it's my Hometown Ski Resort and the organization is just perfect.

**Tell us something  we should know about you...**Bastien Dayer taught me Telemark when I was a child and he gave me the motivation for competitions.

Last but not least..what do you wish for the Future? That more and more people and nations are practicing this sport. That there are more athletes who choose this competitive sport. Gain greater recognition and media coverage in this sport. Become an Olympic sport. That this sport get more support to continue his development.

Want to know more about Nicolas Michel? Here some quick links to the Homepage, Sponsors, Partners...

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolasmichelofficial/

Instagram: _nicolas_michel_

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