Event Type : Copper Mountain

From March 31 – April 12, Copper Mountain Resort is proud to host the United States of America Snowboard and Freeski Association (USASA) National Championships. Almost 2,000 ski and snowboard athletes are set to descend onto the resort for 12 days to compete in disciplines such as GS, SL, slopestyle, boarder/ski cross, halfpipe and rail jam. USASA is a non-profit grassroots organization with 32 regional divisions nationwide. Each of these divisions support athletes of all ages and abilities in local and regional competitions. These events are held in order to not only garner points to qualify for the National Championships but build life skills meant to last. USASA strives to provide a platform for athletes to progress competitively in an environment that’s encouraging and fun.  

Woodward and Copper’s ongoing commitment to empower and inspire youth through sports, community, and culture is demonstrated as 1500+ snowboard and freeski athletes from across the U.S. come together to compete in the winter season finale 

SCHEDULE:

Check back soon for the snowboard competition schedule!

From March 31 – April 12, Copper Mountain Resort is proud to host the United States of America Snowboard and Freeski Association (USASA) National Championships. Almost 2,000 ski and snowboard athletes are set to descend onto the resort for 12 days to compete in disciplines such as GS, SL, slopestyle, boarder/ski cross, halfpipe and rail jam. USASA is a non-profit grassroots organization with 32 regional divisions nationwide. Each of these divisions support athletes of all ages and abilities in local and regional competitions. These events are held in order to not only garner points to qualify for the National Championships but build life skills meant to last. USASA strives to provide a platform for athletes to progress competitively in an environment that’s encouraging and fun.  

Woodward and Copper’s ongoing commitment to empower and inspire youth through sports, community, and culture is demonstrated as 1500+ snowboard and freeski athletes from across the U.S. come together to compete in the winter season finale 

SCHEDULE:

Check back soon for the snowboard competition schedule!

Whether you are a Skimo expert or just beginning with touring, join us for Copper’s Winter Race Series. This exciting program, presented by our partners at Mammut, will welcome uphill skiers of all abilities to come enjoy Copper in a new, different way! You will be bib-timed and have a 2.5 hour window to complete each challenge. The final “Copper Cup” Challenge will award the top male and female competitors in each category: SKIMO, HeavyMetal, & Split Board.

Check back soon for course maps and registration!

Venue

Existing and modified Uphill Routes, all challenges will take place live. All participants must check in with organizers at the event start prior to the race.

Schedule

• Saturday, January 28: Center Village to PHQ
• Saturday, February 18: West Village to top of Timberline
• Saturday, March 18: Center Village to top of Rendezvous
• Saturday, April 15 Copper Cup: Center Village to PHQ, Spaulding Ridge, and down

Registration

• $25 per race or $75 for all four
• Register online at coppercolorado.com (closes at 4pm the Friday prior to the start)
• Open to public

Parking

• Uphill Access users may park in Copper’s interior lots for free until 8:30am.
• Parking hangtags will be available at guest service when obtaining the armband.
• Users who wish to stay after 8:30am will need to pay using the QR code located on parking lot signage
  • Vehicles left after 8:30am without paying may be subject to ticketing or towing of vehicle at owner’s expense

The legacy continues with Copper’s Sunsation, the finest spring festival in all of the Colorado high country. This year’s annual closing weekend celebration will feature 10 Barrel’s Hella Hectic pond skim challenge, stein hoisting contests, swag giveaways, and free live concerts.

To qualify for the 10 Barrel Hella Hectic challenge, competitors must race through a cross-style course into a pond skim at the base of the mountain. Skiers and Riders 18 and older are invited to participate in this free event. Participants must compete in Friday’s qualifiers to make it to Saturday’s finals.

SCHEDULE:

Check back soon for the full Sunsation weekend schedule!