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5 U.S. Athletes Qualify for 2026 Freeride World Tour After Arapahoe Basin, CO, Challenger

Five U.S. athletes have secured their spots on the 2026 Freeride World Tour (FWT) following standout performances at the final Challenger Series event held at Arapahoe Basin in Colorado. The competition, which concluded on April 16, marked the culmination of the Region 2 (Americas) qualifying circuit.โ€‹ Related:ย Historic Day for Skiing as Massive Tricks Meet the Planetโ€™s Most Dynamic Terrain at […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | April 21, 2025
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Freeride World Tour Returns to Alaska in 2026 with YETI Alaska Pro

After nearly a decade, the Freeride World Tour (FWT) is heading back to Alaska. The FIS Freeride World Tour by Peak Performance has confirmed that one of its six global stops for 2026 will take place in Haines, Alaskaโ€”a location long considered the pinnacle of big-mountain freeriding. The competition, titled the YETI Alaska Pro, will be held in March 2026 […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | April 15, 2025
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Yeti Xtreme Verbier 2025: Inside the Freeride World Tour Finals

Report from March 20-23, 2025 We were on the ground in Verbier for all four days of the 30th anniversary of the Freeride World Tour Finals weekendโ€”boots in the snow, camera in hand, and full access to the competition, the riders, and the events. From pre-dawn visual inspections to the final podium celebrations, we witnessed everything that makes the Yeti […]

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Brett Ploss | March 24, 2025
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Verbier, Switzerland, Report: On Snow During the Freeride World Tour Weekend

Report from Friday, March 21, 2025 The morning after the final stop of the 2025 Freeride World Tour in Verbier, Switzerland, we met at the Mammut booth in the heart of the Freeride Villageโ€”geared up and ready for a full day in the mountains. The mission: sharpen avalanche safety skills, explore gear trusted by professionals, and ski alongside one of […]

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Brett Ploss | March 24, 2025
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Records Fall and New Stars Rise at Freeride World Tour Season Ender

The 2025 Freeride World Tour ended in dramatic fashion on the legendary Bec des Rosses in Switzerland, with record-setting runs, rookie breakthroughs, and major titles for North American riders. The tour delivered exactly what freeride fans hoped for: high-stakes descents, bold lines, and leaderboard shakeups on the final stop of the season. Canadaโ€™s WeiTien Ho claimed his first win on […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | March 20, 2025
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[VIDEO] Arc’teryx Presents: Weazy

This isnโ€™t just another ski edit. Weazy follows pro skier Craig Murray through a season of pushing limitsโ€”not just in the air, but in how he connects with the mountain community thatโ€™s shaped him. While his technical precision and fearless style make for jaw-dropping moments, itโ€™s his personal evolution and quiet reverence for the mountains that make Weazy stand out. […]

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Freeride World Tour Georgia Pro Postponed Due to Dangerous Avalanche Conditions

The FIS Freeride World Tour (FWT) by Peak Performance has postponed the Georgia Pro after extensive efforts to secure the competition face and ensure safe riding conditions. Recent stabilization work on the Kaseb face triggered significant avalanches, rendering it unsuitable for competition. As a result, organizers have decided to relocate the event to an alternative venue. The competition will be […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | February 23, 2025
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Freeride World Tour Returns to Kicking Horse, BC: Ski Men Bring Intensity and Innovation to the Ozone Face

On Saturday, February 10, 2025, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in Golden, British Columbia, welcomed the worldโ€™s top freeride athletes for the highly anticipated stop of the Freeride World Tour (FWT). Known for its steep chutes, wide-open bowls, and technical terrain, Kicking Horse provided an epic stage for athletes to showcase their skills. The event was held on the Ozone Face, […]

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Brett Ploss | February 12, 2025
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