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01/27/2026
SHOPS 1st TRY 2026
From January 18 to 20, the new models for the 2027 season were presented in Zillertal. All the big names in snowboarding were there. A huge test area, inspiring talks with the manufacturers, an incredible number of visitors and exciting panel discussions make a visit to the "1st Try" store the perfect start to the event season.
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01/26/2026
SnowFlurry 2 2025/26 | "Under the magnifying glass"
"Under the magnifying glass" is a series of articles by Lydia and Linus. We are both at the SLF in Davos this winter, where we are studying snow from a scientific perspective. As we regularly take a close look at the snow in our surroundings - both during our field work and at weekends - we'll be taking you with us from time to time this winter. We will explain our snow profiles to you, what the individual observations mean and what snow science topics arise from the current profiles. Today: How the orientation of a slope - i.e. its exposure - influences the development of the snowpack and why north-facing slopes often offer particularly good snow, but also the most dangerous conditions.
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01/26/2026
Splittie of the Week | Big feet = problem feet
This winter, my square toes could have been used more often than before on ski tours when I stepped out during a forest fire on the Nordkette in Innsbruck. This gave me enough time to get to grips with my own equipment. In doing so, I came across a few topics that had been on my mind in previous winters.
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01/25/2026
Gear reviews | POC Fornix BC
With the Fornix BC, POC has a helmet in its range that offers pretty much all the safety features for ski helmets and is also very light. This of course makes it ideal for touring. We have tested how it performs in practice for you.
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01/25/2026
Gear of the Week | Mammut Rime Light IN Hybrid Jacket
If I had to choose a must-have piece of equipment that you need for practically all mountain sports, I would probably choose a thin insulating jacket. The new hybrid version of the Mammut Rime Light is just such a jacket, and I really like it!
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01/23/2026
Snow depth prediction game | Freeride Testival Hochfügen 2026
The legendary PowderGuide snow depth prediction game will be held four times this winter at the Freeride Testival stops - and each time you can win great prizes. PowderGuide will be present at all stops to hand out the prizes directly. It starts with the stop in Hochfügen from January 23 to 25, 2026, where you can take home prizes from Korua, Head, Dynafit, Deuter and of course PowderGuide worth 1,400 euros!
Event calendar
January 2026
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Freeride World Tour
Freeride World Tour 2026 (Val Thorens Pro)
Second stop: France for the second time – Following the premiere of the Val Thorens Pro last year, the Freeride World Tour is returning to France this year. Nestled in the famous Les Trois Vallées, Val Thorens has already become an unmissable stop on the tour. Known for its incredible terrain and high altitude location, the energy is sure to be high again at this new venue. -
safety & camps
risk 'n' fun Freeride Session Fieberbrunn-Saalbach-Hinterglemm (Level 2)
Level 2: Your own tours – Level 2 is your next step into the terrain. Tour planning 1:1 in the sense of "perceive - assess - decide" is on the programme. Are you ready for the next level? -
talks & Events
Ladies Freeride Night with our partner Penguin Powderwear (Zurich)
Ride. Relax. Connect. – On 28 January 2026 there will be a get-together in the Penguin Shop - Girls Only. Be there and spend a cosy evening with like-minded people and exchange ideas on freeride topics. -
movies & talks
Patagonia Snow Movie Night (Trento)
Patagonia presents a series of short films about the joy of moving in the snow – The three short films show the diversity of movement in the snow - from technology and freeriding to community and commitment. The Snow Motion film evenings tour mountain resorts in Europe and combine film, discussions with guests and insights into local environmental initiatives. -
movies & talks
Patagonia Snow Movie Night (Chamonix)
Patagonia presents a series of short films about the joy of moving in the snow – The three short films show the diversity of movement in the snow - from technology and freeriding to community and commitment. The Snow Motion film evenings tour mountain resorts in Europe and combine film, discussions with guests and insights into local environmental initiatives. -
movies & talks
Patagonia Snow Movie Night (Davos)
Patagonia presents a series of short films about the joy of moving in the snow – The three short films show the diversity of movement in the snow - from technology and freeriding to community and commitment. The Snow Motion film evenings tour mountain resorts in Europe and combine film, discussions with guests and insights into local environmental initiatives.
February 2026
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Contests & Freeride World Tour
FIS Freeride World Championships 2026 (Andorra)
Historic first edition in Ordino Arcalís – The first edition of the FIS Freeride World Championships will take place in Ordino Arcalís (Andorra) from 1-6 February 2026. In four categories - ski & snowboard, men & women - the world's best freeriders will compete for the world championship crown in one run each. The weather window will decide the day of the competition. -
safety & camps
risk 'n' fun Freeride Session Hochkönig (Level 1)
Take your freeriding skills to a new level! – In the risk'n'fun Level 1 session, you will learn to make your own decisions in open terrain. With expertise from experienced guides, like-minded freeriders and hopefully fresh powder! -
camps
SPLITBOARD CAMP 1
Expand your powder horizons! – Let's go and find some powder together: Four days of splitboarding in the Lötschental, accompanied by professionals - perfect for motivated snowboarders. -
camps & testival
Arc'teryx Freeride Academy 2026
For the fifth time, Arc’teryx brings the Freeride Academy to St. Anton am Arlberg. – From February 5 to 8, 2026, the Arc'teryx Freeride Academy once again invites you to St. Anton am Arlberg. Experience four unforgettable days full of fresh tracks in the snow, exciting clinics, and free events in the Freeride Village in one of Europe's most renowned freeride destinations. -
camps
Arc'teryx Academy: Ski touring fundamentals for Women (Ski)
You spent the money and got all that fancy gear. You look like you know what your doing. Now it's time to take it out of bounds. Well there's one little thing you're missing. Experience. – Time to dial your equipment, take note of the terrain, and begin your freeride journey. You'll be taught what all this gear is for and how to use it. Ski Touring for beginners.
