The "SNOWBOARD MASTERS (SBM)" contest, which determines "Japan's best snowboarder," will be holding a banked slalom event this year, unlike previous years. The venue is the Yamabiko B course at Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort. Anyone 18 years of age or older with a registered address in Japan can enter
Normally, SBM is a competition based on the overall ability of competitors in two events: "Freeride Performance," in which competitors use the various terrains on the course to perform, and "Obstacle Slalom," in which competitors compete for time while clearing various terrains. However, due to the rising temperatures and snowfall and melting snow this season, it was determined that it would be impossible to create a course that would allow competitors to perform well. This resulted in the cancellation of the event in the usual format
What is banked slalom anyway?
Banked slalom is a sport in which skiers compete for time by clearing corners while making use of the banks (slope) on the course. Simply skiing the shortest distance can result in a loss of time, so the key to shortening your time is how well you use the banks to accelerate. It can be enjoyed by people of all ages, and in recent years the number of banked slalom courses has been increasing at ski resorts all over the country
Event Overview
Schedule Friday, March 29, 2024 - Open practice Saturday, March 30, 2024 - Main competition Venue Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort, Yamabiko B Course Number of participants 150 men, 100 women Target Snowboarders Participation fee 2000 yen JSBA/PSA members 1000 yen Eligibility 18 years of age or older and a resident of Japan Entry period Saturday, March 9, 2024 - Tuesday, March 26, 2024 until 23:59 How to enter Access the application site from the official website
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