About us
La Paulade was created to make fair, accessible longboard racing a reality.
The original idea wasn’t to start a brand - it was to fix a problem. Competitive downhill racing had become too expensive, too fragmented, and too out of reach for many riders and organisers. What was missing was a system that worked: affordable, high-performance gear and a structure that could support races across Europe.
That vision became the Race Project - a long-term effort to lower the barriers to entry in downhill skateboarding. But to make it happen, we needed more than good intentions — we needed the tools. That’s why La Paulade was launched: a rider-led wheel company built to support this mission from the ground up.
In 2025, it all came together with the Marchaux Revival, the first ever La Paulade Race — and a major step forward for the Race Project. The event brought the community together, proved the concept, and showed what’s possible when organization, gear, and riders align.
Looking ahead to 2026, the goal is clear: bring more La Paulade Races to life, in partnership with organisers all around.
This isn’t just about wheels - it’s about building the future of racing, together.
The Team
At La Paulade, we see ourselves as more than just a company – we’re a family. All members of our team are passionate riders with their own unique story and impressive achievements. Let us introduce you to the team!
Paul Jeantet
The heart and soul of La Paulade, Paul thrives on the adrenaline of downhill longboarding. You’ll find him carving through big open roads, nailing fast curves, and executing precise glove-down slides. His engineering knowledge drives our mission forward, as he designs and ensures the quality of our products.
Barth Rigaud
Our talented videographer and versatile rider, Barthélemy blends freeride and downhill with ease. He’s all about clean lines and isn’t afraid to get ballsy when the moment calls for it. His eye for detail behind the camera and on the board keeps our story alive and kicking.
Lucas Jurain
Lucas is our go-to guy and the motor pushing La Paulade ahead. A true freerider with a heart of gold, he embodies the spirit of camaraderie that defines our team. This year, Lucas is taking on a new challenge by starting to race, bringing his passion and energy to the competition circuit.
Ritchi
Ritchi is our ace of spades, the thrasher pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Known for jaw-dropping stunts like bombing hills with terrible pavement and riding on a wooden plank, he’s a freeride master. This year, with La Paulade’s support, he’s diving into racing, getting faster and more formidable with every run.
Jack Plummer
Meet Jack, the single Brit in our team of Frenchies. A fearless thrasher with a style that perfectly complements Ritchi’s, Jack is also our friendly giant, known for his warmth and camaraderie. He did delivered solid results in racing in 2025, let's see what he can do in 2026!
Adrien Duchatel
Our Frenchy lost in Brazil, Adrien is all about pure racing. Testing his French techniques against Brazilian top guns, he’s committed to conquering new challenges. Keep an eye out for a raw run in Rio – Adrien’s journey is just heating up.
Lukas Klos
Lukas is our 17-year-old Czech prodigy. Despite just beginning his downhill journey in autumn 2022, he has already clinched the No Paws Down Standup Race junior category title at KNK in both 2023 and 2024. Beyond these victories, Lukas has delivered impressive performances in open categories across various regional events, and we are very proud of counting him in the Team!
Our Story
From a side quest to redefining racing - here are the highlights of La Paulade.
2018
La Paulade Trucks
Back in 2018, La Paulade was just a side quest - chasing the dream of a high-performance downhill truck. A few prototypes rolled out over the next few years. Will they ever become a real product? Maybe, maybe not. We’re not in a rush.
2020
The La Paulade Vertical Geometry
In 2020, we introduced vertical geometry to push truck performance even further. It showed real promise, but the design wasn’t dialed enough to become a final product - at least, not yet.
2023
The Race Project
We challenged the status quo with a simple Facebook post:
What if everyone raced on the same wheels, with the same number of sets - finely tuned to each track, but unknown to all before race day?
A level playing field, no gear advantage, just pure riding. The idea resonated within the community. The Race Project was born, and it laid the foundation for what would become the La Paulade company.
2024
Introducing the PolYmers
In July 2024, we launched the PolYmers - first at the Azet Freeride in France, then at KNK in Slovenia. It was wild. Riders loved the wheels, and by August, we were completely sold out.
We couldn’t have asked for a better start. The response confirmed it: we had a solid product - more than good enough to bring the Race Project to life.
2025
The Marchaux Revival
In 2025, we launched our very first La Paulade race - by bringing back the much-loved Marchaux Freeride in France. We tested a brand-new race format: time trials combined with a non-elimination bracket system.
La Paulade provided the race system and, of course, the wheels. The feedback was incredible. Riders loved the format, the vibe, and the fairness. We're definitely aiming to do more of this next year.