As part of their return as the presenting partner of the Laax Open, Zalando has been putting together a documentary featuring David Hablützel and Nicolas Huber. Unfortunately, the one and only Hubercop recently sustained a heartbreaking injury, prematurely ending his season. The first episode gets into his mindset before the crash – an entertaining look at one of the most unique personalities in snowboarding. Be sure to check it out, and then keep scrolling for a few words from Nicolas…

What behind-the-scenes moments from filming for the documentary particularly stuck with you?
The good times with the crew and the deep conversations about fate, decisions, and life paths. It was a really inspiring experience.

Looking back, is there a moment in your career that shaped you?
When I finished second at the World Championships in 2017, my life completely changed. That was my entry onto the big stage of the sport and the start of my professional athletic career.

How do you deal with hard times and failures?
I firmly believe that we grow the most as people and as athletes through failure. Failure isn’t an obstacle — it’s the path to success.

Besides snowboarding, acting is a passion of yours. What do you like about it?
Slipping into new roles is incredibly fun for me. It would be too boring to always just be “Nicolas Huber, the athlete.” I love constantly reinventing myself.

What’s the best advice you’ve received? Believe in yourself. Be patient. And pursue your goal with passion — because in the end, the journey itself is the destination.

Get to know more about Nicholas in the next episodes, dropping on January 19th and February 9th on Zalando’s YouTube channel. You can also find the gear he wore in Zalando’s Winter Hub, or by clicking on the images below.