Sammy Carlson Re-Releases Timeless Short Films

Featured Image: Brody Jones | Skier: Sammy Carlson

Sammy C, the prodigal son of freeskiing, is back in the news as he's officially uploaded his films from the last few years on his personal YouTube channel. When we say these are some of the hardest hitting films of all-time, that's no exaggeration. From AK to BC to Japan and back again, Sammy's projects are a testimate to his ability to make the impossible look easy.

You can now check out "VISION", "Grown", "Echo", "YUP" "North of Now" and "Kamase" in one place, with the latter three being the latest editions that Carlson chose to upload. We can only speculate as to why he decided to switch the projects over, but no matter the reason, we're more than happy to revist these films as winter 2025/26 slowly creeps closer.

The more you watch Sammy's riding, the more mezmerizing it becomes. While we can easily become numb to greatness thanks to overexposure, the oposite effect is sometimes true. The sea of content will help the truly profound stand out when it comes across your plate. That's what we find to be the case right here. Dive into each of these outstanding projects below.

From YouTube:

Vision, it's not what you see, but how you see it. Once you obtain a clear vision, Believe in it.

"VISION" – a Film by Sammy Carlson, showcasing 95% POV footage.

The footage highlights lines captured during the filming of "North Of Now" & "YUP", as well as unseen moments from past winters spent free riding in his backyard.

From YouTube:

The wait is over – GROWN is here.

This project has been a labor of love. I’m excited to share GROWN with you. Featuring an epic two-part Alaska segment filmed entirely at Black Ops Valdez, GROWN showcases some of my most unforgettable lines and years of Growth in the mountains.

I hope this film gets you fired up for the season ahead and reminds you why we do what we do. Thanks for watching, and for being part of the journey.

Hit play, sit back, and enjoy the ride. Have a good winter! 🫡

From YouTube:

We’re back again! To keep the winter stoke alive, we’re excited to present our latest short film, ‘ECHO’.

Filmed during the winter of 2024, just before our expedition to Alaska, ‘ECHO’ showcases the breathtaking landscapes of British Columbia and captures the essence of backcountry skiing. Despite facing a season with limited snowfall and challenging conditions, we embraced the opportunity to venture out and stack some memorable clips. While the lack of precipitation and a stable snowpack hindered our plans for certain pillow lines, it didn’t deter our passion for getting out into the mountains—a warm-up for Alaska, if you will. ‘

ECHO’ is a tribute to all the dedicated riders out there. “I hope this film gets you fired up for the days ahead and reminds you why we do what we do.” -Sammy

From YouTube:

See Sammy Carlson adventure to the high mountain peaks of Alaska & British Columbia to the push the boundaries of what is possible deep into the mountains. This back country terrain proved to be the perfect canvas for Sammy to push the limits of skiing. Joined by his friends Vinzenz Keller & Todd Ligare the crew spend the winter of 2022 in some of the world’s most remote locations. The film is shot entirely in 4K and utilize drones to capture all the incredible action. Sammy partnered with award winning filmmaker Blake Vincent Kueny to bring all the great footage to reality. Falling mountains prove that no pressure will hold Sammy back from his goals to redefine what is possible in the back country.

Athletes: Sammy Carlson, with appearances by Vinzenz Keller and Todd Ligare

Locations: British Columbia Backcountry and Alaska

From YouTube:

Drawn to steep, featured lines with ample opportunity for creative route-finding, Sammy searches out next-level terrain in North of Now, though more than the technical zones he drops into, it’s the flow that he finds in each descent that continues to set his riding apart. North of Now is a testament to what surfing has instilled in the Oregon native’s skiing: an ability to find the spontaneous in the mountains, to flow with the topography, and to instill his raw and powerful, yet effortlessly smooth style into every line.

Athletes: Sammy Carlson, with appearances by Mikey Wright, Vinzenz Keller, and Yu Sask.

Voice Over: Gerry Lopez

Locations: British Columbia Backcountry and Alaska

From YouTube:

Immerse yourself into the raw power and creativity of backcountry freeskiing with KAMASE, a short film starring Sammy Carlson as he explores the remote terrains of Japan, British Columbia, and Alaska.

Navigating complex pillow zones and knife-edge spines with seamless control, KAMASE transforms high-consequence terrain into a fluid visual symphony—spotlighting Sammy Carlson’s precision, power, and unmatched ability to turn raw mountains into moving art.

Athletes: Sammy Carlson, with appearances by Vinzenz Keller, Todd Ligare, Yu Sasaki, and Yoshiya “Bull” Urata

Locations: Japan, British Columbia backcountry, and Alaska