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Riders and fans converge at Bear Mountain Lodge for the Slash & Berm Banked Slalom in Killington—a fast, tight snowboard race that also raises funds for a local skate park. Expect packed berms, strict helmet rules, and a lively lodge hub for check-in and community vibes.
Riders and fans converge at Bear Mountain Lodge for the Slash & Berm Banked Slalom in Killington—a fast, tight snowboard race that also raises funds for a local skate park. Expect packed berms, strict helmet rules, and a lively lodge hub for check-in and community vibes.
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On a bright March morning at Bear Mountain Lodge in Killington, Vermont, riders line up for the Slash & Berm Banked Slalom — a high-octane snowboard event that fuses grassroots competition with community purpose. Held on Killington's steep, wooded slopes in the heart of the Green Mountains, this team-and-individual race tests edge control, low-line speed and the kind of rail-free technique banked-slalom specialists live for. The event opens with a shop-team invite on Friday at Bear Mountain Lodge and expands Saturday to all snowboarders, with timed individual runs and the returning Switch Run for ultimate bragging rights. All proceeds support Momentum Action Sports Fund to help design and build a skate park in Killington, making the race as much a fundraiser as it is a winter throwdown.
The course itself is a sequence of carved berms and tight turns cut into packed glacial till and alpine spruce — a terrain that rewards riders who can read changing snow and carry speed through rhythm sections. There’s no spectator area along the course, so the day centers on the lodge for check-in, gear prep and post-run celebration; check-in runs 8:00–9:30 a.m. on the third floor. Competitors must complete waivers in advance and wear a properly fastened snow-sports helmet during inspection and competition. Rules are strict: missed gates disqualify runs, and Friday’s team scoring combines the top three times from four riders.
Beyond the race, Killington’s landscape earns its own applause. The Green Mountains’ winter forests and rock outcrops create wind-sheltered lines and pockets of variable snow, while Killington Resort’s lift network delivers the vertical for multiple runs and freeride exploration after the event. For visitors, the lodge address—Bear Mountain, Killington, VT 05751, USA—serves as the practical hub for check-in and socializing. Beginners should skip the competition, but experienced snowboarders will find the banked slalom format clean, fast and gratifying.
Plan to arrive early, tune boards for cold, and bring spare layers for the lodge. The Switch Run and charity angle add extra stakes: you’re racing for time and community projects. Whether you come to compete, crew a team, or watch the post-race atmosphere at Bear Mountain Lodge, the Slash & Berm Banked Slalom in Killington is a compact winter spectacle—part sport, part fundraiser, wholly rooted in local terrain and the New England snowboard scene.
Expect variable New England winter conditions—icy crust in the mornings, softer corduroy mid-day—and plan wax accordingly. Local shops service rental and repair needs at the base, and Lift tickets are available through Killington’s ticketing site. Parking near Bear Mountain fills early; carpools and shuttles are common. Whether chasing a podium or supporting the skatepark fundraiser, this weekend captures the competitive pulse and communal spirit of Vermont winter sports.
Saturday’s competition is open to all snowboarders; Friday’s shop-team event is invite-only for local shops.
No—due to course location there is no spectator area on the course; the lodge serves as the gathering zone.
Check-in is 8:00–9:30 a.m. on the third floor of Bear Mountain Lodge; fill out the Express Assumption of Risk waiver before arrival.
Yes. All participants must wear a properly fastened snow-sports helmet during practice, inspection and competition.
On Friday, four team members take two runs each; the top three individual times combine for the team score; missed gates disqualify a run.
Lift tickets are not included by default; participants should secure lift access independently or through Killington’s ticketing options.
Killington is a year-round outdoor events destination in Killington, Vermont, known for a diverse calendar of seasonal competitions, festivals, and community gatherings. The property hosts summer golf events, including the Michelob ULTRA Golf League at Killington Golf Course, a Thursday night 9-hole scramble series running from June 12 to August 28 with prizes, dinner, and local giveaways. In autumn, Killington stages Killington Brewfest at Pico Mountain, featuring live music, food, and craft offerings from about 40 breweries, ciders, and seltzers against Vermont foliage. Winter events include organized competitions at Bear Mountain Lodge such as the Bear Mountain Mogul Challenge and amateur races with age divisions and discounted lift tickets, plus volunteer-driven activities supporting safety and operations. Spring highlights include the annual Pond Skim and volunteer opportunities that aid participant safety and event logistics; the kparks Spring Send-Off jam in Timberline Park; the Slash & Berm Grom Slalom for riders 13 and under supporting Wings for Life; and a lively Mini Shred Madness at Pico with crew support. Killington also presents community gatherings such as an Easter Sunrise Service reached via the K-1 Gondola with a non-denominational service at Peak Lodge and a shared breakfast. Multiple volunteer roles are available across events, offering lift tickets, meals, and hands-on experience. Each event listing emphasizes safety, community involvement, and competitive or celebratory elements, providing visitors and volunteers clear expectations and organized programming. The Bear Mountain Mogul Challenge accepts the first 150 registrants for competition, with course inspection, safety measures, and volunteer support available.
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