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Skijoring is galloping to new heights, as the sport’s first professional series kickoffs on January 16 in Heber City, Utah. PRO Skijor’s Frontier Tour is scheduled to host six races in three states this winter, with the final being the championship event in Salt Lake City, Utah. Saddle up and enjoy the sport’s best teams as they compete for cash prizes on the biggest stages across Utah, Montana, and Idaho.
Skijoring is a unique blend of skiing and ranching, as teams consist of a skier, horseback rider, and of course a horse. Skijoring typically takes place in an arena or somewhere with adequate space, like a fairground. Powered by a horse, a skier is pulled around a course lined with jumps, gates, and rings they must collect. Skijoring comes down to time, so riders aiming for the podium need to finish fast and avoid penalties.
This high-speed sport has typically flown under the radar, with most races taking place in small mountain towns across the American West. While PRO Skijor is featuring a professional division, they are also hosting races for other divisions such as sport, novice, youth, century, lil’ buckaroo, ponies only, women’s, snowboard, and switcheroo. In the switcheroo format, the skier and rider trade roles, ensuring each competitor both skis and rides the horse.
Like many sports, tailgating is a staple for a great day at the course. PRO Skijor has tailored its events to give the fans the best experience by offering different ticket packages to match whatever fans are looking for. Whether it’s tailgating all day or enjoying VIP access, PRO Skijor offers a variety of options for fans. For those who can’t attend the event in person, the Cowboy Channel will stream the races live.
PRO Skijor is putting money on the line, with over $250,000 in cash prize payouts throughout the course of the Frontier Tour. The 2026 season is lining up to be the biggest opportunity for skijoring to reach its largest audience. Skijoring’s popularity has seen a surge in popularity over the past 10 years. Now you can join in on the cultural crossover and experience what these fast pace races are all about.
2026 PRO Skijor Frontier Tour Schedule
- Heber City, Utah: January 16 & 17
- Bozeman, Montana: January 24 & 25
- Logan, Utah: January 30 & 31
- Boise, Idaho: February 6 & 7
- Driggs, Idaho: February 21 & 22
- Salt Lake City, Utah: February 27 – March 1
Tickets for all the above events can be found online on PRO Skijor’s website.
