FWT And Orage Join Forces For The Next 3 Years

In a significant development, FWT and Orage have joined forces, announcing a new partnership. This agreement marks Orage’s ascension as the presenting partner of the FWT Challenger.

Orage takes center stage, fueling the FWT Challenger series with fresh energy
FWT Challenger by Orage shows its commitment to promoting and developing sport

Orage, a brand that was born from a profound passion for skiing and a deep-seated love of the mountains, is now stepping into the limelight.

“Since its genesis, Orage was built around progressive snowsports, skiers’ aspirations and authenticity. It only made sense that in this brand’s new era, Orage would cross paths with an initiative as candid and grassroots at the FWT Challenger series. With the intention of supporting the sport we love and its aspiring athletes, we’re extremely excited to bring a new flavor to a dynamic addition to the Superbowl of Freeriding. said Simon Brizard, Head Of Brand, Orage

Having a brand like Orage, known for its commitment to the sport and the environment, stepping in as the presenting sponsor of this competition series sends a powerful signal. It’s a true testament to the recognition and legitimacy that the FWT Challenger series has earned over the years.

The FWT Challenger series was designed as a stepping stone to the FWT, serving as a platform for emerging talent to showcase their skills, and has seen a surge in interest from media outlets and fans from all over the world.

Now, this series is evolving into the FWT Challenger by Orage. We are thrilled and energized by this development. Our commitment to building up this series remains steadfast, backed by a long-term vision and a solid foundation. We are eager for what the future holds and excited to continue promoting the sport we love so much.

“The FWT Challenger is the stepping stone to the FWT Pro, showcasing the future of the sport through its intense competition. The level of skill exhibited here is exceptionally high, reflecting the sport’s continuous evolution. We are very proud to associate this series with Orage, a brand that has upheld freeriding as its core value since its foundation." said Nicolas Hale-Woods, FWT Founder

The FWT Challenger calendar gets more intense and attractive every year. And FWT is proud to collaborate with such renowned resorts, which make these events even more special.

The FWT Challenger has just confirmed a new event, the 2024 X-OVER Ride Kitzsteinhorn FWT Challenger, which will take place from March 21 to 24 in Kitzsteinhorn Zell am See-Kaprun, Austria. Over the years, Kitzsteinhorn has established itself as a popular venue for freeride competitions. The face offers numerous line options, steep terrain and opportunities for technical riding. The usually consistent snow conditions make the Kitzsteinhorn the ideal spot for a big mountain event like the X OVER RIDE.

To make sure you don't miss out on any action, here's the updated FWT Challenger calendar.

Region 1: Europe and Oceania

March 14-17, 2024 - Monterosa Challenger (Italy) - organized by Monterosa
March 21-24, 2024 - 2024 X-OVER Ride Kitzsteinhorn FWT Challenger (Austria)
March 29 - April 1, 2024 - French Freeride Series Avoriaz Challenger (France) - organized by Evolution 2 Avoriaz
April 4-7, 2024 - Open Faces Obertauern Challenger (Austria) - organized by Open Faces