The Freeride World Tour returns for its second stop! The world’s best freeriders will take on the breathtaking Lac Noir face in Val Thorens, France, promising an epic showdown of skill and creativity.
Competition confirmed for this Wednesday, January 29.
Lac Noir stands out as the ideal choice, offering excellent snow and varied terrain for this competition.
VAL THORENS, France – January 27, 2025: The FIS Freeride World Tour by Peak Performance is thrilled to confirm that the Val Thorens Pro will take place this Wednesday, January 29, on the spectacular Lac Noir face. Known for its technical and playful terrain, Lac Noir is set to challenge the world’s top freeriders in an event that promises thrilling performances.
Lac Noir: A Freeride Playground
Lac Noir, standing tall with a summit altitude of 2,500 meters and a finish line at 2,010 meters, is one of the season's most exciting and technical freeride venues. This dreamy face is a haven for freeriders, boasting an average steepness of 37 degrees and a maximum pitch of 43 degrees. Constant snowfalls over the past week have blanketed the mountain in deep powder, setting the stage for an explosion of turns, incredible jumps, and soft landings that will undoubtedly elevate the riders' performances.
The venue begins from a wide ridge, offering a playground of possibilities. With its natural terrain movements, big rock features, and a ridge with countless line options, Lac Noir is a canvas for creativity. Divided into three distinct stages, the venue provides a mix of challenges and opportunities that will test the riders' skills and orientation. Rollovers and terrain transitions create moments of difficulty, requiring precise navigation and control. Starting with an immediate jump off the ridge, competitors will have to bring their A-game from the very first moment.
For snowboarders, the conditions are particularly thrilling, and many have expressed their excitement about leading the competition on this face. Feedback from forerunners has been overwhelmingly positive, praising the snow quality and the variety of features. Riders are already stoked, energized by the promise of big lines, playful turns, and endless opportunities to push their limits.
Event Schedule
Live coverage begins: 8:15 CET
First rider drops: 8:30 CET
Stay Connected
Catch the Val Thorens Pro live at www.freerideworldtour.com/live. Follow @freerideworldtour on social media for real-time updates, exclusive content, and event highlights.
About the FWT
FWT Management SA is based in Verbier, Switzerland, and has been organizing premier sports events globally in mountain resorts since 1996. The company founded the Xtreme Verbier, an iconic event in freeride skiing and snowboarding and, in 2008, it turned this single competition into a prestigious series of worldwide events, called the Freeride World Tour (FWT). The company has since grown to include multiple competition series that fall under the FWT brand – including FWT Challenger, FWT Qualifier and FWT Junior – with events across all formats taking place in Europe, North America, South America and Oceania. Since December 2022, FWT is part of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS). Discover more at www.freerideworldtour.com
About Peak Performance
Born in the Scandinavian mountains out of a love for skiing in remote, untouched terrain, our passion for adventure and nature runs deep. Our purpose is simple: we bring the freeride spirit to the world. As for our products, they all have the same purpose – empower the freedom to be adventurous and follow your own line. Whether it be horizontally or vertically, on skis, by bike, or on foot, they offer a balance of style and performance. Our Scandinavian heritage is ever present and our commitment to doing better things in a better way is our never-ending responsibility. For more information, please visit www.peakperformance.com.
Contact Information
Marianna Dallabetta Armani
Communication Manager
marianna@freerideworldtour.com
+39 392 3254391
