Brage Vestavik's Perfect Eulogy for the GT Era
Brage Vestavik is bidding farewell to GT in the most memorable way possible: a 10-minute Viking funeral-themed retrospective shred fest. This marks the end of his wild five years with the brand, a journey that has transformed both Vestavik and GT.
Vestavik's departure comes after signing with brandfive, a pivotal moment that set him on a new path. During this time, his career and GT's trajectory have diverged, with both facing significant changes. While GT struggles with its current state, Vestavik is celebrated for his role in the freeride revival, blending old-school raw riding with a bold, burly style and a touch of new-school influence.
In his heartfelt tribute, Vestavik reflects on his time with GT, expressing gratitude for the incredible experiences. He shares how GT supported his vision of a riding career, allowing him to explore and be himself fully. Despite moving away from competitions, GT's backing fueled his passion. Vestavik and his crew, Blur Media, traveled the world, filming projects they never imagined, from local woods to Alaska's mountains, even featuring GT logos on a helicopter.
He compiles his favorite clips, collaborating with Herman Bøgeberg, and selects LA WOMAN by Jim Morrison and The Doors as his signature riding song, symbolizing the good times. Vestavik extends his thanks to everyone involved with GT, calling it the best time of his life and a journey that's just beginning.
'Thank you, GT,' he says, 'You will forever feast in Valhalla!'
