YETI Xtreme Verbier by Honda: The Most Legendary Event in Freeride is Back

Three FWT titles are still up for grabs as the world’s best riders prepare to conquer the iconic Bec des Rosses.

• The weather window initially planned from March 22 to 30, 2025, now is extended with a possible first competition day on Thursday, March 20, due to forecasted weather challenges later in the week.
• 30th Anniversary: Celebrating three decades of shaping freeride history at the sport’s most iconic event.
• FWT Finals: The steep and technical Bec des Rosses will decide the 2025 Freeride World Tour Champions

The YETI Xtreme Verbier by Honda marks the highly anticipated conclusion of the FIS Freeride World Tour by Peak Performance, as the world's best freeriders prepare for the ultimate test on Bec des Rosses.

This year’s edition is particularly special, as it celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Xtreme Verbier, an event that has defined freeride competition since 1996. Originally a snowboard-only contest, it welcomed male skiers in 2004 and female skiers in 2006 before evolving into the official Freeride World Tour Finals in 2008. Over the years, it has been the proving ground where freeride legends were made, and 2025 will be no different.

With three world titles still undecided, the battle for the crown will come down to one final performance on the most technical face in FWT history. Who will rise to the challenge and carve their names into the sport’s history books?

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The Ultimate Test: Bec des Rosses Awaits

The Bec des Rosses is synonymous with extreme freeriding. Towering at 3,223 meters, with a 600-meter vertical drop and 50-degree slopes, it is the steepest, most complex terrain on the FWT circuit.

Riders will navigate a labyrinth of tight couloirs, exposed ridges, and massive cliffs, choosing lines that balance technical precision and progressive freestyle elements. The high-stakes nature of the FWT Finals means competitors must take risks—but only those who execute flawlessly will claim victory.

For three decades, freeride’s most iconic champions have conquered this mountain. Now, the next generation of freeriders will test themselves on the same legendary face.

Rankings Update: Three Titles Still in Play

Noémie Equy (FRA) has already secured the Snowboard Women’s title, but in the remaining categories, everything is still to play for. In Ski Men, Marcus Goguen (CAN) leads the standings after an exceptional season with two victories and a podium, yet the title is far from decided. Swiss rider Martin Bender is closing in fast with strong momentum, and 2023 FWT Champion Valentin Rainer (AUT) is always a threat.

In Ski Women, Justine Dufour-Lapointe (CAN) and Astrid Cheylus (FRA) are locked in a tight battle, with the Canadian holding a slight advantage. Meanwhile, Swiss rider Jenna Keller has been on a late-season charge and will have the home crowd behind her as she fights for a spot on the podium.

Victor de Le Rue (FRA) remains at the top in Snowboard Men as he chases a record-breaking fourth FWT title, but he still needs a strong result to claim it. Liam Rivera (SUI) and Cody Bramwell (GBR) have been unstoppable in the last two events, swapping first and second places at the Georgia and Fieberbrunn Pro, making them serious contenders heading into the final showdown.

Weather Window Update: First possible competition day on Thursday, March 20

The forecast calls for clear skies and stable conditions until Thursday, March 20, before a strong southern weather system moves in, bringing rising temperatures, strong winds, and possible rain up to 3,000 meters by Friday. The weekend looks stormy and overcast, with uncertain conditions in the following days—either heavy snowfall with high winds or minimal snowfall and poor riding conditions.

Right now, the Bec des Rosses has a solid snowpack with fresh snow from earlier this week, but recent dry weather has created a weak layer that could become unstable if major snowfall arrives. To ensure the best and safest conditions, organizers are preparing for the possibility of running the competition on Thursday, March 20.

This does not guarantee the event will take place that day, but it’s currently the best window. While this may impact fans hoping to watch in person, freeride fans worldwide can still experience all the action live at www.freerideworldtour.com/live.

However, the celebrations in Verbier are far from over—the event village on Rue de Médran will be open from Friday at 12 PM until Sunday at 6 PM, offering a full weekend of activities. Fans can enjoy DJ sets, brand activations, and signing sessions with the riders, while on Saturday and Sunday, the Ski Test Village at Ruinettes will give visitors the chance to test the latest gear. Don’t miss out—discover everything happening here.