Snowboarders kick off winter season at the Hintertux Park Opening 2022
The Hintertux Park Opening is the very first Opening of the season and went successfully down last weekend from September 30th – October 3rd at Hintertux glacier. Riders were so hyped to be back on their snowboards, that they didn’t care much that the weather wasn’t on their side this weekend. Betterpark Hintertux was the place to be with many riders showing up to ride the perfectly prepared setup. Best conditions for the first days back on snow. Winter returned just in time with fresh snow last week to stoke riders with some powder runs. A perfect start into the new season!
WHAT’S HAPPENING?
Werni´s Big Air Session by Quiksilver
GOING BIG Zillertal local Werni Stock hosted Werni’s Big Air Session by Quiksilver at Betterpark Hintertux. On Saturday morning weather and wind conditions allowed the jam session to happen on the big jump. The international field of riders like Halldor Helgason, Mons Roisland and Stale Sandbech, provided many wow-moments. Outstanding rider of the was Norwegian Torgeir Bergrem, who started the session with a Cab 9 and was going big until the end.
Host Werni Stock said:“I am so happy we were able to pull off the Big Air Session, we really weren’t lucky with the weather. Sick riding from all, the fun level was high! It was another great Opening!”
Results Werni’s BigAir Session by Quiksilver
Best Man Torgeir Bergrem (NOR)
Best Woman Enni Rukajärvi (FIN)
Best Trick Torgeir Bergrem (NOR) – Cab 9
Best Style Bendik Gjerdalen (NOR) – FS 7 Nose
Most Creative Rider by Quiksilver Fridtjof “Fridge” Tischendorf (NOR)
Best Line Mons Roisland (NOR)
Best Slam Torgeir Bergrem (NOR)
Sane! Metal Battle Night rail Jam
DANCING ON THE RAILS – What a night! The 2nd edition of the SANE! Snowboarding Metal Battle Rail Contest went down on Saturday at the valley station of Hintertux glacier. The bad weather had no impact on the motivation of the riders, who delivered a truly crazy show on the stair set. Fabian Fraid (AUT) and Maisie Hill (GB) were happy about the main titles! “The riding level was super high despite challenging conditions. Riders destroyed the setup pretty much. It couldn’t have been any better!” says Michi Schatz from the SANE! Crew. Great atmosphere with many spectators who defied the bad weather. Host and DJ Max Glatzl kept everyone in good spirits and provided best tunes thanks to Soundboks. After the prize-giving everyone headed directly next doors to Hohenhaus Tenne for the big Opening Party.
Results SANE! Snowboarding Metal Battle
Best Overall Men Fabian Fraidl (AUT)
Best Overall Girl Maisie Hill (GB)
Best Trick Men Fridtjof “Fridge” Tischendorf (NOR)
Best Trick Girl Maisie Hill (GB)
Best Style Men Davide Boggio (ITA)
Best Style Girl Mia Brookes (GB)
Soundboks Master of the Legends: Simon Pircher (AUT)
BETTERPARK HINTERTUX
Since nearly two decades Betterpark up on Hintertux glacier is the first choice for riders from all over the world to start into the new winter season in early autumn. As usual Betterpark Hintertux will offer lines and features for all riding levels, freestylers – no matter if beginner, advanced or pro – will have fun at the park. Wille Kaufmann and his team provide an ever-changing setup until December 4th, including the Halfpipe.
Kids Shred
SMALL BECOMES BIG – The Kids Shred is a long-standing tradition at the Opening. Snowboard legends Gigi Rüf and Steve Gruber took over the coaching roles and assisted the kids with the support of the Grilogang (Nina Grilc and kids). Photographer Markus “Fischi” Fischer captured these unforgettable moments. DJ Row won the kids hearts with his DJ workshop. The enthusiasm and the motivation of the little ones is truly inspiring, the future of the sport is in good hands.
BURTON QUARTERPIPE CASH FOR TRICKS SESSION CASH FOR TRICK SESSIONS RAILS (QUALI METAL BATTLE!)
EARN SOME CASH – The Cash for Tricks Session on the rails and the Burton Quarterpipe Session offered the perfect opportunity to earn some extra pocket money. Both top riders as well as up-and-coming riders joined in. Despite the fact it’s just the beginning of the season, many technically difficult tricks have been seen. Especially Mia Brookes (GB) stood out.
Ride movie premiere night
Friday evening is movie time at the Tux Center. All eyes are on the new video releases from riders and brands, including the premiere of the new RIDE team movie “Sincerely Yours”. Free entrance!
opening nights
The parties at the Hintertux Park Opening are legendary. Make sure to get your weekend ticket already now, it includes entrance to all parties in the valley.
Line Up: Paragraphic b2b Goeffl, Gutzisun, DJ Row, Mad Simon & Big Belly Boi, special guests…
Free Snowboard TEst
Test before you buy. This is key. If you are interested to check out the new gear of the 2022/23 winter season, plan a visit to the demo village the Fernerhaus. The snowboard industry is onsite with their quiver of brand-new products to test on-site.
