Bomber Ski collaborated with Bentley to create a limited-edition, luxury ski line with designs that include 24-karat gold-plated inserts. The partnership in celebration of Bentley’s 100th anniversary introduces the Centenary Edition and the Black Diamond Edition in limited quantities, both of which take 32 hours to make by hand with layers of wood, fibers and Titanal. As such, the skis are said to offer "an experience that no machine-made ski can reproduce."
The design of both skis are not only aesthetically interesting with their geometrical 3D details but reinforced to provide greater support for skiers in areas that need them most. Notably, the designs include diamond details that reference the motifs, textures and patterns unveiled in the EXP 100 GT concept car launched in 2019.
Gold-Plated Luxury Skis
The Bomber for Bentley Line of Skis Boasts Gold-Plated Inserts
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Ski Equipment - The trend of luxury ski equipment is growing, with potential for innovative materials and designs that incorporate elements of high-end automotive design.
2. Collaboration for Special Editions - Partnerships between well-known luxury brands can create special editions that appeal to collectors and enthusiasts, with potential for incorporating unique and unexpected design elements.
3. Handcrafted Ski Manufacturing - Handcrafted ski manufacturing is gaining popularity among luxury consumers who value bespoke, artisanal products, with potential for incorporating new materials and production techniques.
Industry Implications
1. Ski Industry - The ski industry can capitalize on the trend of luxury ski equipment by developing premium lines that incorporate unique and high-end design elements.
2. Luxury Automotive Industry - The luxury automotive industry can create collaborations with ski equipment brands to develop special edition equipment that incorporates design elements from their products.
3. Artisanal Manufacturing Industry - The artisanal manufacturing industry can benefit from the trend of handcrafted ski manufacturing by developing new techniques and sourcing unique materials for bespoke, high-end ski manufacturing.