Welcome to the 17th edition of the Scandinavian Big Mountain Championships, May 12-14, in Riksgränsen, Sweden!

Arranged annually since 1992, the Scandinavian Big Mountain Championships is the world´s original big mountain competition. Hosting ski area for the event is the small resort of Riksgränsen, located above the arctic circle on the border between Sweden and Norway.

The SBMC is not only a race for glory and prize money. It is also the grande finale of the European freeride season with midnight sun skiing and partying in a relaxed atmosphere.

The competition

Qualification and finals

There will be one qualifying run for all riders on the first day. The qualified riders will then have one, two or three final runs during the second and third day, depending on snow and weather conditions. Judges look at five different criteria:

- Choice of line

- Control

- Fluidity

- Technique

- Aggressiveness

Classes

There will be separate classes for men and women in the disciplines:

- Alpine ski

- Snowboard

- Telemark

The arena

The legendary Nordalsfjäll

The venue for the Scandinavian Big Mountain Championship is located to the north face of Nordalsfjäll, a 20 minute hike from the top of the Riksgränsen ski area.

Photo: Nicklas Blom