This is where Slopestyle’s biggest moments come together.
In a major step forward for the evolution of Slopestyle Mountain Biking, Crankworx and the Freeride Mountain Bike Association (FMBA) introduced a reimagined competitive structure designed to elevate the sport, expand opportunity, and sharpen the pathway for athletes at the very top. The Slopestyle Super League (SSL) brings the pinnacle of Slopestyle events under one global banner, uniting legendary venues, next-level courses, and the riders pushing progression forward every time they drop in. From massive crowds to career-defining runs, this is the stage where Slopestyle history gets written.
The result: a clearer, more dynamic global format built to showcase progression, reward consistency, and deliver unforgettable moments on Slopestyle’s biggest stages.
The Structure
The Slopestyle Super League (SSL) introduces a league-based format featuring a Regular Season followed by Playoffs, culminating in the crowning of the Slopestyle Super League World Champions.
Regular Season & Playoffs
Throughout the Regular Season, athletes accumulate points across designated SSL events, building momentum toward the most high-stakes competitions of the year. When the dust settles, the Playoffs begin – where seasons are defined and champions are made.
- In 2026, all Gold and Diamond Level Events on the FMB World Tour are part o the Slopestyle Super League
- SSL Regular Season events contribute to an athlete’s cumulative league total
- For the inaugural 2026 season, all Regular Season results will count
At the conclusion of the Regular Season:
- The remaining contenders battle it out in Round 1 of the Playoffs
- The top 3 men and top 2 women automatically qualify for the Slopestyle Super League Finals
Playoffs Format
Round 1
- In 2026, this round will be hosted at Crankworx SilverStar
- 18 Men and 9 Women compete for the final spots at the SSL Finals
- The top 7 men and top 3 women advance
SSL Finals
- In 2026, the biggest showdown of the season will go down at Crankworx Mont-Sainte-Anne
- A total field of 10 Men and 5 Women, combining Regular Season qualifiers and Playoff advancers
- One event. One stage. One set of World Champions.
Events That Shape the Season
The Slopestyle Super League opens the door to more riders, more events, and a broader global presence at the highest level of competition. Beginning in 2026, the SSL replaces the Crankworx FMBA Slopestyle World Championship (SWC), setting a new benchmark for elite Slopestyle competition.
| 2026 Slopestyle Super League – Regular Season | 2026 Playoffs |
| February | Gold: Ōtautahi Slopestyle at Crankworx Christchurch (New Zealand) March | Diamond: Slopestyle in Memory of McGazza at Crankworx Rotorua (New Zealand) May | Gold: Bikefest Kálnica (Slovakia) July | Diamond: Red Bull District Ride in Groningen (Netherlands) August | Diamond: Crankworx Whistler Slopestyle (Canada) | Round 1 | Gold – Crankworx SilverStar Slopestyle (Canada) SSL Finals | Diamond – Crankworx Mont-Sainte-Anne Slopestyle (Canada) The first-ever Slopestyle Super League Finals |
Titles, Recognition & What’s on the Line
Athletes who qualify for the SSL Finals in Mont-Sainte-Anne, Québec, will be competing for the ultimate title: Slopestyle Super League World Champion.
In addition, the Regular Season Points Champions – the top male and female athletes based on cumulative Regular Season points – will earn: Automatic pre-qualification for all Diamond Events in the following season
Invitation Criteria
Regular Season (Gold & Diamond Events)
- Invitations based on FMB World Ranking, as outlined in the FMBA Rulebook
- SSL events award points in line with the existing FMB World Tour points structure
- Top 3 men and top 2 women qualify directly for the SSL Finals
- Men ranked 4–9 and women ranked 3–5 qualify for Playoff Round 1
Playoffs
Round 1
- 12 men and 6 women from SSL Regular Season standings
- Additional 6 men and 3 women invited via FMB World 52-week ranking
- Total field: 18 men, 9 women
- Event points count toward FMB World Ranking
SSL Finals
- 3 men and 2 women pre-qualified from the Regular Season
- Top 7 men and 3 women advance from Round 1
- Event points count toward FMB World Ranking
The 2026 season will serve as a condensed inaugural year, running from January to September.
Beginning with the 2026/2027 cycle, the Slopestyle Super League will transition to a dual-year format, running from October through August, creating a clearer rhythm for athletes, events, and fans alike.
The Slopestyle Super League has been introduced to strengthen Slopestyle Mountain Biking at every level, providing clarity, opportunity, and a compelling season-long storyline that rewards both performance and progression.
The Slopestyle Super League is reflected in the updated FMBA Rulebook.