Extreme Skiing - Colorado Freeride Series

Event Description

The Colorado Freeride Series & Championship is a three-day competition for skiers and snowboarders. Some of the biggest names in the industry come out to play on the cliff-littered terrain of Snowmass, creating a wild show for spectators. The expert-only terrain requires cutting-edge skills from the over 100 participating athletes who continue to push the boundaries of their sport. The Colorado Freeride Championship is a stop on the IFSA North American Freeride Tour, allowing competitors to gain overall points for a national title.

Registration information please visit the Aspen / Snowmass website

Schedule

The Helly Hansen Colorado Freeride Championships brings guests a weekend of steeps, cliffs and monster hucks. Qualifying runs take place Friday, February 27 on Snowmass’ famed Hanging Valley Headwall from 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. The championships take place on Saturday, February 28 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on the Burn Side Cliffs with viewing from Gwyn’s High Alpine, located at the top of the Alpine Springs lift. Sunday, March 1 is reserved for a weather day if needed.

Competitors this weekend include Frank Shine, Brandon Clabaugh, Jesse Wright and Jennifer Allen. Past champions include local skiers Kiffor Berg and Ted Davenport as well as two-time U.S. National Freeskiing Champion, Rex Wehrman.

Colorado Freeride in Snowmass Video

Package Information

For all-inclusive event packages, including lodging, airfare, rental cars, or anything else you may require, call one of our local vacation experts at 888.649.5982 , or e-mail info@stayaspensnowmass.com to have a customized quote sent to you via e-mail.

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Colorado Freeride Series & Championship

Colorado Freeride Series & Championship

Colorado Freeride Series & Championship