Friendly Freeski Competition

Published On March 10, 2022

Mad River Glen, the birthplace of New England’s competitive freeskiing is proud to be hosting a Friendly Freekski competition. If you have been curious about entering the competitive freeski arena then this event is for you! The freeski friendly is a fun event designed to give everyone a new perspective on competitive freeskiing. This event is open to all age groups. It is a one run competition. The freeski friendly, hosted by the Mad River Glen Freeski Team is a fundraiser for the Mad River Glen Ski Club. There are NO REFUNDS.

Important Registration Information:

• Registration Cost – $30 (Lift tickets are required but not included).
• Registration is ONLINE and open until 4:00 pm Saturday, March 25th.
• Day-of-event registration $40 CASH ONLY!
• The competition is a one-run event.
• U18 helmet & back protector required.
• The venue is to be determined and will be revealed in the competitor’s meeting.

Judging Criteria

1. Line Choice: Each competitor chooses their line down the course. High scores are given for choosing difficult routes. Difficulty is determined by steepness, exposure, air, snow and course conditions.
2. Control: Competitors must remain in control at all times. Any loss of control will result in a lower score. Skillful recoveries will reduce penalties.
3. Fluidity: Constant direction towards a goal. This includes continuity, pace, and smooth transitions between sections of the course. Falling or stopping can have a negative impact in this category
4. Technique: Competitors are judged on style and turn quality relating to big mountain freeriding.
5. Style & Energy: This encompasses the pace, energy and creativity with which a competitor attacks or descends his/her chosen line or route. Style focuses on freestyle execution of maneuvers.

Age Categories

U10 Male & Female

U12 Male & Female

U14 Male & Female

U18 Male & Female

U40 Male & Female

Over 40 Male & Female

Event Timeline

Competitor Check-in/Bib Pickup
Sunday, March 26th from 9:00 to 9:30 am

Mandatory Safety Meeting
9:30 am on the deck

Course Inspection
10:00 am – 10:30 am

Event Start
11:00 am

Awards

4:30 pm on the deck of the Single