Émile Allais, ski pionneer passed away in his sleep last night at 100.

[MadPatSki]

Probably the last of his era.

An amazing man who's contribution exceeded his native France.

Here are two blogs posts from Ski Mad World. The first one was done in celebration of his 100th birthday in last February. There is a video, but also a small bio on who he was. He is also part of the US Ski Hall of Fame.

Second posted just minutes ago.
Friday Night Video: Émile Allais

http://madpatski.wordpress.com/2012/02/24/friday-night-video-emile-allais/


Émile Allais, pionnier du ski, est mort à 100 ans

http://madpatski.wordpress.com/2012/10/18/emile-allais-pionnier-du-ski-est-mort-a-100-ans/

Repose en paix monsieur.

 

[snowmonster]

RIP, monsieur. Your memory is intertwined with Rossignol, my favorite ski company. I will take a run on my S7s in your honor.