Outdoormix Winter Festival

Cross-country skiing: a new format for the first time at the Outdoormix Winter Festival.

Five men and five women took to the slopes from the boardercross for a one-of-a-kind demonstration of the ascent-descent format. Combining endurance and technical skills, the very physical course was surprisingly dynamic. Some participants added a touch of freestyle with small jumps at the start and finish. This event, combining intense effort and innovative spirit, brilliantly met the challenge of modernizing this classic discipline.

The festival vibrated to the rhythm of Oai Reggae Party and Pochatt’ Crew

After an adrenalin-filled day, the party continued in a festive atmosphere. Kris 10 opened the evening with a before-concert, setting the scene for the fiery performance of Oai Reggae Party. Finally, Pochatt’ Crew took over with an electro set, bringing the first day to a close.

Snowkayak in the spotlight

Saturday was marked by a series of spectacular competitions, with snowkayaking the star event. In the morning, some thirty kayakers set off at full speed on a bordercross course specially prepared by the resort’s teams.

The twists and turns added a dose of adrenalin to this competition, the only one of its kind in France. Balance was the key, as participants had to constantly adapt to a terrain that was out of the ordinary for this discipline.

Tom Dollé, world kayak champion, brilliantly won the competition for the third time in succession, demonstrating absolute mastery of his kayak, both on water and on snow. He was followed on the podium by Nils Biermans and Nicolas Chassing.

Combined: bordercross and Mass Start downhill

Boardercross event

Around forty mountain bikers took part in a combined mountain bike race, combining a boardercross event on the snow front and a downhill event on the piste, starting from the Chabrières telemix in mass start format. The objective was simple: first to the bottom wins the race. These results then defined the starting order for the downhill race.

Mass Start Downhill

From the summit of the Télémix de Chabrières, participants raced to their mountain bikes, positioned just a few metres away, to face the technical challenges and slopes that awaited them. A crucial start for taking the lead and tackling the descent in the best possible conditions.

Derby de l’Outdoormix Winter Festival

The derby, the Outdoormix Winter Festival’s flagship event, attracted over 60 ski and snowboard enthusiasts. From the top of the Vars Speed Master, competitors set off on a 6 km run with an 800 m vertical drop. In less than five minutes, the fastest skiers crossed the finish line to a standing ovation from the public.

The festival vibrated to the rhythm of Superbus and Darkside Events

After a day rich in competition, the festival continued in a festive and musical atmosphere. Milkwater set the dancefloor alight at the before-concert. This was followed by a showcase by Superbus, who thrilled the audience with their best-known hits. Darkside Events then took over until 11pm with a series of electronic sets.

Throughout the weekend, entertainment added a touch of conviviality and relaxation. Participants, spectators and skiers were introduced to original activities such as pétanque on ice, wooden games and a DVA escape game.

A snowskate contest and trial demos kept the public entertained all weekend.