One fresh ski track carved in linked turns down a rugged, snow-covered mountain face while snow falls.

Less learning curve.|More mountain.

Monoflow is a seated snow rider. A completely new way down the mountain.

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A whole new way down.

No special boots, no bindings, no years of practice. Just sit down and ride.

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The ride

Everything in one compact ride.

A supportive bucket seat, a short metal-edged ski, an adjustable handle, suspension and an automatic braking concept, built as one. Designed for intuitive control.

Concept rendering of the Monoflow: navy bucket seat on a shock absorber, an adjustable handle, and one short metal-edged ski.
Reclined bucket seatHolds you low, supported and locked in.
Adjustable handleSet it to your height and steer with your lean.
SuspensionSoaks up chatter, ruts and bumps.
Automatic brake conceptDesigned to stop the ride if you come off.
Short metal-edged skiGrip for controlled turns and hockey-style stops.
Concept rendering · close to final design
  • Reclined bucket seatHolds you low, supported and locked in.
  • Adjustable handleSet it to your height and steer with your lean.
  • SuspensionSoaks up chatter, ruts and bumps.
  • Automatic brake conceptDesigned to stop the ride if you come off.
  • Short metal-edged skiGrip for controlled turns and hockey-style stops.
Why Monoflow

The mountain is fun. Getting started isn't.

Traditional snow sports can mean expensive gear, uncomfortable boots and days of falling before it ever feels fun.

Sometimes, you just want to sit down and ride.

What makes it different

One ride. No special boots.

More approachable

Designed to take the intimidation and frustration out of learning to ride.

All in one

No ski boots, no snowboard boots, no separate bindings. Just sit down and go.

Built to carve

Metal edges give you the grip for controlled turns and hockey-style stops.

Designed around the rider

Reclined seat, suspension, adjustable handle and braking, working together as one.

Try it

Hold to lean in.

That's the feeling.

  1. Boots down.
  2. Glove down.
  3. Edge in.
Who it's for

Not just for beginners.

First-timers

A more approachable way onto the mountain.

Skiers and snowboarders

Something completely new for riders who've done it all.

Anyone who'd rather sit

Keep riding without standing all day.

The Monoflow prototype: black bucket seat, aluminum frame and handle, coil shock and spring brake arm on a navy ski.
Prototype
The build

Built to be tested. Shaped by riders.

Monoflow is in prototype development. Next comes real-world testing on snow: stability, turning, stopping, comfort and rider safety. Your feedback helps decide what Monoflow becomes.

Now testing
  • Frame
  • Seat
  • Suspension
  • Handle
  • Ski interface
  • Auto-brake concept
Concept rendering of the Monoflow from behind: navy seat with the white F mark, shock absorber and both brake arms.Concept rendering
From behind
Concept rendering of the Monoflow head on: the handle rising in front of the seat.Concept rendering
Head on
Concept rendering of the Monoflow from above: textured seat pad, handle and the navy ski with white swoosh graphics.Concept rendering
From above

Renderings show the design we're building toward. The prototype is where it stands today.

Our story

Born in Colorado. Built in Utah.

Monoflow was founded by University of Utah student Clay Smith. After years of skiing, Clay wanted something new: all the excitement of the mountain, without another massive learning curve.

That search became Monoflow, developed at the University of Utah, where mountain culture meets hands-on invention.

Clay Smith, founder

FAQ

Good questions.

Is it hard to learn?

Monoflow is designed to feel stable from your first run. You sit low with your feet near the snow, so there's less to fall from and more to balance on.

What happens if I fall off?

Monoflow is being designed with an automatic braking concept: spring-loaded brakes meant to stop the ride when you come off. It's one of the systems we're testing now.

Can I take it on the chairlift?

Many resorts allow sit-down snow rides like ski bikes on chairlifts, usually with a safety leash. Rules change from resort to resort, and even lift to lift, so check your resort's policy before you go.

When can I get one?

Monoflow is in prototype development and isn't for sale yet. Join the First Run and you'll hear first about testing and availability.

The First Run

Be first in line, and first down the mountain.

Join the First Run for prototype updates, testing opportunities and first access when Monoflow becomes available.

Future product concept. Prototype currently in development.

For resorts

Give more guests another way down.

Monoflow is being developed as a compact rental experience that could help resorts attract curious first-timers, adventurous returning guests and riders looking for something different.