Full Schedule Drop: FWT Unveils Six Global Stops
The wait is over, the Freeride World Tour (FWT) has unveiled its 2026 season schedule, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most ambitious yet. Featuring six global stops, this year’s Tour promises a showcase of pure commitment, progression, and style. The season will wrap up with a two-part finale, highlighted by the long-awaited return to the legendary spines of Haines, Alaska.
Built on a foundation of classic European venues, the Tour pushes further this year, expanding into the rugged Caucasus Mountains before charging toward a high-stakes North American finish.
The European Grind: Kicking Off the Season
The journey to the top of the freeride world kicks off in January with a trio of European powerhouses. This opening stretch is crucial as riders fight to build momentum before the mid-season cut.
- Stop 1: Baqueira Beret, Spain (January 16–21) The tour begins in the Spanish Pyrenees, where Baqueira Beret has quickly earned its place as a lively FWT opener. The Tuc de Baciver face delivers a fiery start, combining spicy terrain with energetic crowds. Here, riders must find their rhythm fast, speed, flow, and precision are tested from the very first drop.
- Stop 2: Val Thorens, France (January 24–29) Next, the tour heads north for a long-awaited return to France, debuting at Val Thorens. The sheer scale of the French Alps demands a shift in strategy. Riders must quickly adapt from the Pyrenees’ playful lines to Val Thorens’ high-alpine exposure, navigating complex features that arrive in rapid succession
Expanding the Frontier: Georgia and Austria
As the Tour moves into February, the venues grow more exotic and historically significant. This stretch marks a pivotal moment, the final chance for riders to secure their spot before the cut determines who advances to the finals.
- Stop 3: Mestia, Georgia (February 22–28) From Europe, the tour pushes east into the Caucasus Mountains and the rising freeride hub of Mestia. Nestled among untouched peaks and deep snowpacks, this stop has quickly become a fan favorite. Riders face raw, untracked faces that demand creativity and bold decision-making. The competition here captures the pure essence of big-mountain freeriding.
Sign Up For Our Newsletter
- Stop 4: Fieberbrunn, Austria (March 5–10) Next, the tour returns to familiar ground in Fieberbrunn, Austria, the long-standing “Cut” stop. The Wildseeloder face is a true pressure cooker. Only riders who have delivered consistent, top-tier performances will make the cut and move on to the Grand Finals. For those who do, the final two stops promise the ultimate test in competitive snow sports.
The Grand Finale: Alaska and Verbier
The season concludes with a historic two-part finale, testing freeride mastery across North America and Europe.
- Finals Stop 1: Haines, Alaska, USA (March 15–22) Finally, freeride fans finally get the news they’ve been waiting for: Alaska is back. Nicknamed “The Dream Stop,” Haines offers the ultimate proving ground. Here, massive, sheer spines drop straight to the ocean, demanding absolute control and precision from every rider. TGR has long recognized Alaska as the pinnacle of freeride, and its return to the FWT schedule marks a landmark moment, showcasing the sport at its highest level.
- Finals Stop 2: Verbier, Switzerland (March 28–April 5) Next, the season ends where it all began: the legendary Bec des Rosses in Verbier. This iconic venue boasts a 600-meter vertical drop and pitches exceeding 50 degrees. Ultimately, only the world’s best riders reach the bottom unscathed. Here, world champions are crowned, making this the highest-stakes run in all of action sports.
It’s clear this upcoming FWT season is built for progression and drama. The global lineup requires riders to bring a versatile toolkit, from the speed of the Alps to the technicality of the Pyrenees and the consequential exposure of Alaska. Fans of TGR, who appreciate high-consequence mountain exploration, will not want to miss a single drop.
Watch the entire season live and prepare for the ultimate ride!
