Suppose you could be the “Greatest Skier within the West”? Think about hoofing it to Solar Valley, Idaho, subsequent month.On March 13 and 15, the ski resort is internet hosting The Solar Valley Stampede, a contest introduced by POWDER, that is about determining who can rip the toughest. Registration simply opened, and those that advance by means of the qualifiers could have the prospect to compete towards invited professionals and fan-voted wildcards. This isn’t a racing, ski cross, or freestyle competitors. Properly, not precisely. It’s extra like all three. Throughout a course that features all the pieces from moguls and jumps to massive slalom, the Stampede is about rewarding well-rounded skiers. You’ll be scored on model and pace, so approach fundamentals and a deep bag of methods will each show helpful. So will robust legs: the course is ready to span about 1,000 vertical ft and take round two minutes to finish.Like several good ski occasion, the enjoyable on the Stampede extends off the mountain. Stay bands and DJs are set to carry out, becoming a member of a Vendor Village that includes native manufacturers, demos, and giveaways. Spectating the motion is a sport, too. Welcome to the ski social gathering you’ve been searching for.The 2026 POWDER Picture Annual is right here! Search for a print copy on a newsstand close to you, or click on right here to have a duplicate shipped on to your entrance door.
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Solar Valley Stampede Course Breakdown
Carving Part
Athletes open with a excessive pace carved section designed to reward exact edge management, clever line alternative, robust steadiness, and clear transitions. This part is introduced as a twin GS course straight out of the beginning.
Mogul and Variable Terrain Part
The course drops dramatically right into a mogul or combined snow zone that challenges athletes to soak up terrain, keep rhythm, and adapt rapidly. This part assessments composure and technical management beneath strain.
Air and Freeride Function Zone
The ultimate zone options elective airs, banked turns, and inventive terrain parts that permit athletes to precise model, amplitude, and management. Sensible line alternative and assured execution are rewarded all through.
General Circulate
The course is designed to ski as one steady mountain run from begin to end. It’s not three separate occasions, however a fluid check of full all mountain snowboarding.
Picture: Courtesy Solar Valley Resort
Solar Valley Stampede Schedule
Friday, March 13
2:00–4:00 PM: Athlete Registration (Heat Springs Lodge)2:00–5:00 PM: Stay music by Aaron Golay and the Authentic Sin (Heat Springs Plaza)
Saturday, March 14:
9:00 AM–3:15 PM: Qualifying Rounds9:00 AM–5:00 PM: Vendor Village Open12:00–2:00 PM: DJ BearSkinRug set (Heat Springs Plaza)2:00–5:00 PM: Stay music by Hook & The Huckleberries (Heat Springs Plaza)
Sunday, March 15:
10:00 AM–2:00 PM: Finals9:00 AM–5:00 PM: Vendor Village Open12:00–2:00 PM: DJ Locomotive set (Heat Springs Plaza)2:00–5:00 PM: Stay music by Kris Lager Band (Heat Springs Plaza)3:30 PM: Awards Ceremony
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