Coming Home for BOT 2018
Every time, the ascent with the Vermuntbahn and the subsequent tunnel bus ride to the Vermuntstausee feels like coming home. No wonder, you meet old acquaintances and friends at the BOT every year. The majority of the contest participants are loyal "repeat offenders" who have been with us since the beginning of Back on Track and appreciate the contest format, the impeccable organization, the relaxed atmosphere and the indescribable freeride opportunities around the Saarbrücker Hütte. These same BOT veterans know the secret of a fast internet connection when it comes to securing one of the coveted starting places for this freeride event. Once again this year, all starting places, including the waiting list, were snapped up in no time at all.
On air on contest day
Like last year, the Winterberg was chosen as the contest slope. The rocky terrain opposite the Litzner Sattel set almost no limits to the creativity and playfulness of the riders. The professional mountain guides from the Montafon Alpine School and the Partenen mountain rescue team secured the terrain perfectly, spurring the athletes on to top performances. They in turn delivered a firework display of spectacular turns, radical lines, high jumps and stylish tricks on one and two boards in front of the camera. The high-fives were flying behind the finish line and the cheers only reached their climax in the evening at the joint riders' judging at the hut.
