Reno, Nevada – In a thrilling display of skill and speed, Austen Silva emerged victorious at the 2024 Race For The Rail, claiming the title of Men’s Onewheel World Champion and a grand prize of $10,000. The event, held on August 17th at Sky Tavern Ski Resort, saw 26 of the world’s best Onewheel riders compete in an intense boardercross-style race down the slopes.
Silva’s performance was nothing short of spectacular, navigating the challenging course with precision and speed to secure first place. Tyler James finished in second place, earning $2,500, while Tyler Erickson took third place and a prize of $1,000.
The competition was fierce, with riders pushing the limits of their abilities and their boards. The event drew a large crowd of enthusiastic spectators, cheering on their favorite riders.
Race For The Rail continues to be a highlight in the Onewheel community, showcasing the sport’s top talent and providing an exhilarating experience for both participants and fans alike. This year’s event has undoubtedly cemented new legends in Onewheel history.
Oskar Fällman, founder of FallmanTech, is a seasoned Onewheel rider and a visionary system engineer with a master’s degree in Industrial Management and Engineering from Lund University. With thousands of miles under his belt, he blends deep technical expertise with a passion for innovation, safety, and the future of personal electric vehicles.
As a leader in the Onewheel community, Oskar champions responsible riding, emerging technology, and the growth of the sport. Beyond micro‑mobility, he is an accomplished inventor with 22 international patents in advanced medical‑device engineering. His patented work spans thermal‑management systems, fluid‑control architectures, sensor‑driven diagnostics, machine‑learning‑based safety algorithms, and reliability testing for life‑sustaining equipment — innovations that strengthen modern peritoneal dialysis systems used worldwide. Whether developing next‑generation medical technology or exploring new frontiers in electric board sports, Oskar’s work is driven by curiosity, precision, and a commitment to making complex systems safer and smarter. LinkedIn, Academia profile, Contact, Twitter, Patents.
Oskar Erik Frode Styrbjörn Fällman (Karlsson)
