Markus Finholt
Norway
MAJESTY
Where do you live? Where do you come from?
MARKUS FINHOLT
I live in Volda, studying for my bachelor in PR & Communication, but I’m always on the move. My home town is Skien, Telemark.
MAJESTY
Favorite mountains.
MARKUS FINHOLT
I don’t have a favourite spot, it’s always changing, depending on the snow. Though anywhere in Western Norway is beautiful, and often has good snow.
MAJESTY
Home Spot.
MARKUS FINHOLT
All my home resorts closed down, so I don’t really have any anymore.
MAJESTY
Your first experience with skis.
MARKUS FINHOLT
Probably when my parents put me on a pair of XC skis at the age of 2 or 3. My first real experience skiing was when I got my first pair of twintips at the age of 13. First ventured into the backcountry at 18, and since then I’ve been a freerider.
MAJESTY
Your favorite sports/hobby/activities
MARKUS FINHOLT
Outside of skiing it has to be anything to do with creating content. Videography, editing and colour grading has quickly become a passion for me, after getting a handycam back in 2008. Oh, I also mountain bike, like every other skier.
MAJESTY
Why Majesty?
MARKUS FINHOLT
Mostly the people. I am good friends with the other riders in Majesty Norway, and it’s always great to feel like you’re contributing towards something that values you. The skis are good too :P
MAJESTY
For how long are you with Majesty?
MARKUS FINHOLT
Since January 2021. Hopefully it doesn’t end as quickly as it started.
MAJESTY
What are you achievements with Majesty so far?
MARKUS FINHOLT
Mainly producing video content. I run a YouTube-channel about skiing and mountain biking, and being a Majesty ambassador makes that a lot easier. - Best Trick @xFree 2021.
MAJESTY
What do you want to achieve with Majesty?
MARKUS FINHOLT
Mainly the same goals as I’ve always had. To promote skiing, and the versatility and joy of it. It doesn’t have to be as A4 as the magazines and social media makes it out to be. If I get people out of their chairs, and into the mountains, that’s my job done. Also it would be fun to crush the competition at some freeride competitions, but that’s not my main goal, I’d rather go film stuff.