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On December 21st and 22nd, the 7th edition of the Zillertal VÄLLEY RÄLLEY hosted by Blue Tomato & Ride Snowboards will be kicking into the new season with the first stage at Hochzillertal-Kaltenbach. Zillertal´s most popular Amateur Series come along with freebie freestyle coachings and an open slopestyle contest for snowboarders of all age groups and freestyle levels.

Contest day of last year's stop #1 of Zillertal VÄLLEY RÄLLEY hosted by Ride Snowboards, in Hochzillertal / Kaltenbach, Austria, December 22, 2018.

6 Dec 2019   |  

GIRLS OWN THE PARK – that’s not just the slogan of the Girls Shred Sessions, it’s a mission! Therefore, all freestyle ladies can look forward to an event from girls for girls with a clear intention: Bringing girls into the snowparks, empowering them and fostering the female freestyle community!

QParks Girls Shred Session at Snowpark Obergurgl, Austria, January 2018.

5 Dec 2019   |  

The outlook for the season 2019/20 in Obergurgl is sparkling! After all, the only all-female shape crew of the Alps, the Diamond Girls Crew, will once again provide you with rad facilities and perfectly shaped elements.

Snowpark Obergurgl, Austria, February 2019.

5 Dec 2019   |  

The Riderpark Pizol is the homebase for all freeskiers and snowboarders at Pizol. The playground is easily reached with the chair-lift Furt-Gaffia. Here, riders of all levels will find their perfect shred challenges: Whether you’re a freestyle-pro or a beginner, everyone’s welcome at the Riderpark. No matter if your agenda features joint hike sessions or as many runs as possible – the Riderpark offers something for everyone. And all freeride fans will definitely get their money‘s worth on powder days as well!

Action at Riderpark Pizol, Switzerland, March 2019.

5 Dec 2019   |  

Mountain Dew® and the Adventure Sports Network Group (ASNG) announce the initial schedule for the annual winter Dew Tour ski and snowboard competition and festival to be held in its new home of Copper Mountain, Colo., February 6-9, 2020. Additionally, media credential applications are now being accepted online at DewTour.com for media on editorial assignment to cover the event.

Klaudia Medlova (SVK) during 2018 Dew Tour at Breckenridge Ski Resort, Colorado, USA, December 14.

3 Dec 2019   |  

When it comes to Alta Badia, most people may think of Ladinian kitchen and pizza, unique mountain ranges in combination with picturesque villages, legendary ski races and of course a lot of Dolce Vita. But wait, there’s more! Besides mainstream tourism, there’s a special highlight nobody should miss: the Snowpark Alta Badia!

Snowpark Alta Badia, Italy, January 2017.

2 Dec 2019   |  

Winter is here and the Schladming mountains already shine white with all the pow. Ain’t that good news? This means that Superpark season is about to kickstart! Besides the fine setup, some decent park events are waiting for everyone who’s pumped for contests or laid-back sessions with other shredders at Superpark Planai. So, get ready – the send is near!

Superpark Planai, Schladming, Austria, March 2019

29 Nov 2019   |  

The first snow has fallen and our stoke levels rise. Why? In a few weeks, Penken Park opens its gates again and welcomes us to endless shred sessions. Read here what to expect this season and find out about this season’s events at Penken Park. By the way: this includes a rad European premiere!

Kevin Trammer (BEL) at Penken Park, Mayrhofen, in March 2018.

29 Nov 2019   |  

The Superpipe Trainingsweeks at Kitzsteinhorn, Zell am See-Kaprun, Austria, are in full swing–and the international halfpipe stars have been practicing in perfect conditions since the beginning of November! Many of the world’s best freestyle skiers and snowboarders from Europe, Asia, Australia and North America are working on their runs for the World Cup season until December 1st, 2019. From December 4th, 2019, the Superpipe will be open for all riders, amateurs and pros alike! Currently, they already enjoy the kickers and rails of the Glacier Park, which also offers excellent conditions. From the upcoming weekend on, the Glacier Park and the Superpipe will be even easier to reach: The 3K K-onnection opens on November 30th, 2019 and connects the centre of Kaprun directly with the Kitzsteinhorn via the Maiskogel Family Mountain!

Taylor Gold (USA) in action at Kitzsteinhorn's Superpipe, Zell am See-Kaprun, Austria, November 2019.

28 Nov 2019   |  

While you have prepared yourselves for the upcoming season in the glacier parks and gyms of this beautiful world, the team of the QParks Tour has prepared everything to give you once again a season full of professional contests for riders. Below, you find the first info about the new Tour Stops and the new contest formats.

28 Nov 2019   |  

By now, it is as deeply anchored in Mürren´s DNA as a certain British special agent with a preference for shaken Martini: The SKYLINE SNOWPARK Schilthorn! The XL Snowpark will once again be an important part of the world-famous Schilthorn-panorama in winter 2019/20.

Oakley Schilthorn Open, one of the QParks Tour stops, at SKYLINE SNOWPARK Schilthorn, Switzerland, March 2019.

18 Nov 2019   |  

The LAAX OPEN 2020, Europe’s most prestigious snowboarding event, takes place on 13-18 January 2020. Over the course of a week, snowboarding and freestyle will take centre stage on the mountain around Crap Sogn Gion and GALAAXY mountain station. World and Olympic champions, newcomers and fans will mingle amongst one another on the journey to the valley, where freestyle will also be celebrated off-piste at rocksresort with a festival atmosphere. The closing highlights are the open-air concert from MIA. and the top-class DJ line-up at Riders Club.

Iouri Podladtchikov (SUI) during Laax Open 2019.

16 Nov 2019   |  

From January 11th to 15th the Black Yeti will celebrate the 15th edition in Livigno. Early Bird registrations, great program, and huge prizes: put your hands up and let's party!!

Qualification day at World Rookie Fest Livigno, at Mottolino Snowpark, Italy, January 2019.

15 Nov 2019   |