What good technique is really about – Joshua shows it
A video that shows how calm, clean and effortless skiing can look – and how much a perfectly tuned setup can change everything.
Why this video matters
In his new setup video, Joshua Duncan-Smith explains why he’s riding ORIGINAL+ for the 2025/26 season. He talks openly about the skis he chooses and why a custom-built setup is essential for his work as an instructor and coach.
Custom, not compromise: What Joshua explains
1. Skis built the way he needs them
ORIGINAL+ builds skis exactly to his specifications: length, flex, torsion, edge finish – all precisely tuned. Joshua puts it simply: “Once I mount the ski, it works exactly the way I need it to.”
2. His daily driver: Mod 6X (179 / 17 m)
For lessons, training and camps, the 6X is his most reliable ski. As he says: “It does everything. Stable, precise, reliable.”
3. Precision through real numbers
Joshua shows how ORIGINAL+ measures flex and torsion in Newtons – and why these values support his technique and stability.
4. Different models for different tasks
Alongside the 6X, he rides the 6S/Slalom (165 / 13 m) and a longer GS-style setup. His conclusion about switching to O+: “I love the skis – and I’m excited to keep developing them.”
Why we work with Joshua
Joshua embodies everything that matters to ORIGINAL+:
- technical understanding
- a genuine passion for skiing and equipment
- honest, clear insights
- versatile use on and off the piste
He fits with us because he truly understands how skis work – and what precision in construction can change.
More from Joshua
If you watch the video, you’ll want more. Here you’ll find his projects, background and personal story:
Joshua Duncan-Smith – ORIGINAL+ Ambassador
Looking for the perfect setup yourself?
With the ORIGINAL+ ski configurator, you can find the model that fits your body, your style and your goals – in just a few minutes.
