Golden BC hosts the Freeride World Tour in 2025. The world’s best freeriders take on Kicking Horse Mountain Resort from February 7-13, marking the eighth edition of this stop of the Freeride World Tour.
· Event Dates: The Kicking Horse Golden BC Pro runs from February 7-13, 2025
· Fan-Favorite Stop: Back for its eighth year, this iconic event is a season highlight. Check out last year’s event here.
· Event Wildcard: Parkin Costain joins as a wildcard, bringing his big-mountain expertise
KICKING HORSE GOLDEN BC, Canada – February 3, 2025: After two intense European stops, the FIS Freeride World Tour by Peak Performance now heads to Canada for the Kicking Horse Golden BC Pro. This marks the eighth edition of this legendary freeride event, where athletes will battle on some of North America’s most dynamic and challenging terrain.
With a weather window from February 7-13, organizers will select the best competition day to ensure optimal conditions. This stop is a key moment in the 2025 season, with riders looking to lock in crucial points before the Tour moves into its final stages before The Cut.
A True Big-Mountain Freeride Destination
Nestled in the Purcell Mountains of British Columbia, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is one of North America’s premier freeride destinations. Known for its steep chutes, deep snowpack, and natural features, the resort provides the perfect canvas for world-class freeriding. Its rugged terrain offers a mix of technical descents, massive airs, and high-speed open faces, testing the skills of even the most experienced athletes.
Since first hosting an FWT event in 2018, Kicking Horse has earned a reputation as one of the most exciting and demanding stops on the Tour. The mountain consistently delivers prime freeride conditions, drawing riders and fans alike to witness the sport at its highest level.
Beyond the competition, Golden, BC, serves as the perfect freeride hub, with a strong local ski and snowboard community and breathtaking backcountry terrain. The town’s passion for freeriding creates an electric atmosphere, making this stop a highlight of the season for both athletes and fans.
Rankings Update: The Battle for the Golden Bib
With two stops completed, the 2025 FWT rankings highlight a season full of impressive performances as athletes head into Stop 3. In Ski Men, Austria’s Valentin Rainer leads with 16,000 points after a commanding start to the season, with Switzerland’s Martin Bender close behind at 15,520 points, making every run count. In Ski Women, the competition is incredibly tight, as France’s Astrid Cheylus and Canada’s Justine Dufour-Lapointe are tied at the top with 18,000 points. Italy’s Arianna Tricomi remains in the mix, determined to gain ground in the next event.
