Unparalleled Bliss, Unparalleled Devotion. In 1923, Franz Volkl began producing skis in his carriage building factory in the Bavarian town of Straubing, Germany. Volkl skis have been recognized ever since for their unparalleled innovation and performance. Pioneers of the fiberglass ski, Motion system, and the first true women-specific ski, Volkl continues to push the envelope of modern ski technology.