{"id":2228648,"date":"2026-10-30T11:41:31","date_gmt":"2026-10-30T08:41:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2228648"},"modified":"2026-10-30T11:41:31","modified_gmt":"2026-10-30T08:41:31","slug":"freeride-world-tour-announces-six-stop-calendar-for-20th-anniversary-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2228648","title":{"rendered":"Freeride World Tour announces six-stop calendar for 20th anniversary season"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Freeride World Tour is turning 20 in 2027, and it\u2019s marking the occasion with a six-stop calendar that brings back a familiar face. Snowbird, Utah, returns to the Tour for the first time since 2014, joining five European stops on a schedule that will take riders from the Pyrenees to the Bec des Rosses.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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The 2027 season will feature 53 athletes competing across four regular-season events, followed by two FWT Finals. The top 60% of riders will make it through The Cut, with each athlete\u2019s best three results from the opening four events counting towards qualification. Those who survive the cut will then face two very different challenges: the steep alpine terrain of Snowbird and the technical big-mountain lines of Verbier.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how the season will play out.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Stop 1: Baqueira Beret Pro by Occident<\/h2>\n

January 16\u201317, 2027 | Spain<\/strong><\/p>\n

The season kicks off in the Spanish Pyrenees, with riders returning to the demanding Tuc de Baciv\u00e8r. The venue has already delivered some memorable Tour moments, and there will be plenty of familiar faces looking to add another win. Max Palm, who won here in 2022 and 2023, and Justine Dufour-Lapointe, back-to-back Ski Women winner in 2025 and 2026, will both be looking to continue their strong records.<\/p>\n

Weather window: January 16\u201321.<\/em><\/p>\n

Stop 2: Val Thorens Pro<\/h2>\n

January 25\u201326, 2027 | France<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Tour heads to the French Alps for its second stop, where the steep face of Cime Caron will provide the playground. With 14 French riders on the 2027 roster, including five from Val Thorens itself, the home contingent should have plenty of support. Defending event winners Victor de Le Rue and No\u00e9mie Equy return, while local siblings Lou and C\u00e9sar Barin will be hoping to make the most of home advantage.<\/p>\n

Weather window: January 25\u201330.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Stop 3: Georgia Pro<\/h2>\n

February 20\u201321, 2027 | Mestia, Georgia<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Tour returns to Mestia for its fourth visit to the Caucasus, with riders taking on the popular Kakhiani face. Last season\u2019s event was cancelled due to snow conditions, so there\u2019ll be plenty of anticipation around a return to Georgia\u2019s renowned powder. Marcus Goguen, a two-time winner at the venue, will be chasing a third victory.<\/p>\n

Weather window: February 20\u201326.<\/em><\/p>\n

Stop 4: Fieberbrunn Pro<\/h2>\n

March 3\u20139, 2027 | Austria<\/strong><\/p>\n

A Tour fixture since 2011, Fieberbrunn\u2019s Wildseeloder face hosts the final regular-season event and The Cut. With the top 60% advancing to the Finals, this is where the season gets serious for anyone still fighting for a place. Last year\u2019s event was cancelled due to snow conditions, adding another layer of anticipation for the return to the Austrian venue. Max Hitzig, who first made his name on the Wildseeloder, will be one to watch.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Final 1: Snowbird Pro<\/h2>\n

March 16\u201317, 2027 | Utah, USA<\/strong><\/p>\n

Snowbird makes its long-awaited return to the FWT calendar, having last hosted the Tour in 2014. The Utah resort has a deep history in American freeriding, with competitions dating back to 1998, and its combination of steep alpine terrain and reliable snowfall makes it a fitting venue for the first Final.<\/p>\n

Mount Baldy will host the competition, where riders will need to find their way down technical terrain while making smart line choices under pressure. Local athletes Ross Tester and Hannah Baldwin will be among those hoping to qualify and take advantage of home snow.<\/p>\n

Weather window: March 16\u201322.<\/em><\/p>\n

Final 2: Xtreme Verbier<\/h2>\n

March 27\u201328, 2027 | Switzerland<\/strong><\/p>\n

As always, the season reaches its conclusion on the legendary Bec des Rosses. The Xtreme Verbier is one of freeriding\u2019s most iconic venues, and the 2027 edition will once again decide who takes home the four FWT Champion titles. With thousands of Swiss fans expected, there\u2019ll be extra support for the home contingent, including Sybille Blanjean and Martin Bender<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a fitting place to wrap up 20 seasons of the Freeride World Tour \u2014 and there\u2019s no room for a cautious finish.<\/p>\n

Weather window: March 27\u2013April 4.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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