Snow MTB
On this edition, for real, we’re going to let off the brakes! So grab your DH or Enduro, and let’s get shredding!
On the program: the two legendary events of this competition.
A tough first qualifying round on the Boarder Cross, followed by the MassStart Downhill from the summit of Chabrière.
New for 2025, we’re offering a Freestyle Invitational with our guest dirters. Come along to the park on Friday and Sunday mornings, and take in the sights!
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Snow MTB Registration
50 places available
Prize Money
500 €
and lots of other prizes!
Registration fees
10 €
Mandatory Documents
FFC or FMB license up to date or
Medical certificate less than 3 years old for competitive cycling.
50
riders
100
tires
+ 100 000
crampons
F.A.Q.
How to register?
Where can I register for the Snow mtb challenge?
Online sports registration for the Snow MTB Challenge is open! Click here to register
It will also be possible to register on site during the festival from January 17 to 18, 2025.
What documents do I need to enter Snow MTB Compétition ?
To take part in the Snow MTB Challenge, you will need to provide one of the following documents:
- A medical certificate issued less than 3 years before the competitions stating that you are able to take part in MTB competitions
- An FFC license
- An FMB license
Minors will also need to provide parental authorization.
Is there a minimum age to take part in the Snow MTB competition?
The Snow MTB Challenge is open to all from age 15.
We remind you that for all under-age athletes, a parental authorization must be provided at the time of registration.
What are the prices and the number of places available for this competition?
50 places are available at the price of 10€.
In the event of bad weather, is a postponement solution planned?
Yes, in the event of bad weather or snow conditions preventing the competition from running smoothly. A postponement may be proposed for the afternoon of Sunday January 19.
Reception & Bibs
Where and what time is the snow MTB competition briefing?
The briefing will take place on Saturday January 18 at 12 noon at the foot of the “Télémix” in front of the festival reception on the Vars les Claux snow front.
Competitors must be present at the briefing. Failure to attend will result in automatic disqualification.
What's on the program for the Snow MTB Challenge?
Where and how can I get my number for the snow MTB competition?
Plates can be collected from the festival reception during check-in:
- Place: Vars tourist office
Visible and legible installation of the numbered plate on the front of your bike is compulsory to take part in the competition.
Any participant arriving without a plate at the start of the race will be automatically disqualified.
What time does the Snow MTB competition podium take place?
It will take place at 6:00 pm on Saturday, January 18, 2025, in front of the concert tent on the snow front.
Equipment & Protection
Required equipment
All-suspension mountain bikes are accepted in the Snow MTB Challenge:
- Enduro
- Freeride
- DH
The following equipment must be worn during the competition:
- Off-road tires
- Front and rear brakes
- Front suspensions
The organizer strongly reccomand using rear suspensions too.
Prohibited equipment
The wearing and use of the following equipment is strictly forbidden during competitions:
- Semi-rigid mountain bikes
- Rigid mountain bikes
- Fat bikes
- All types of electrically-assisted mountain bikes
- Studded tires
Mandatory protection
The following equipment must be worn during the competition:
- Full-face helmet
- Back protector
- Knee pads
- Gloves
The following equipment is strongly recommended by the organization:
- Shin guards
- Bibs (chest protections)
- Elbow pads
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