Snow conditions were good and the sun was out when the final day of the SBMC went down with an enthusiastic crowd on site. Thousands of online viewers also watched the spectacular show live via national swedish television, SVT Play.

Last year’s women’s snowboard champion, Iina Kurunsaari from Finland, defended her title with solid riding and large, controlled jumps. Tova Nejne (Sweden) once again had to settle for second place, ahead of Claudia Bings from Germany.
In the men’s snowboard category, the leader from the first two days managed to hold his position. This year’s champion is Jonas Nordenström, just ahead of last year’s winner Arvid Gustafsson. Third place went to Collin Viklund, only 16 years old, who impressed with his excellent technique that made riding the Nordalsbranten look easy.

The telemark class had the fewest participants, but the athletes were all the more impressive. As in many previous years, Erik Nordin claimed the title. He was challenged by Iisko Kuusisto from Finland in second place, followed by Oscar Ahlqvist.

The women’s ski class was a close battle over all three competition days between last year’s winner Maria Rydén and challenger Lovisa Rosengren. After a demanding run in the Nordalsbranten, Lovisa Rosengren emerged victorious by the narrowest margin. Maria, always at high speed, was overtaken by Lovisa, who chose a more challenging line and landed a double jump in the cliff section. The day’s biggest jump came from local Riksgränsen skier Selma Palmkvist, who earned a well-deserved third place.

In the men’s ski class, all three competition days were a stunning showcase by world-class skier Max Palm. Max chose extremely difficult terrain where any mistake would have serious consequences. Nevertheless, he managed to complete the biggest jump of the day—a backflip over the cliffs in Nordalsbranten—with full control. Last year’s champion Edvin Olsson, competing for the first time since an injury earlier this winter, took second place with his signature style, high speed and flawless technique. William Larsson, always among the top in Riksgränsen, finished third after a very impressive run in Nordalsbranten. Check out all the results:
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Photo: Lucas Lindfors/SBMC 2025

Today’s finals in Nordalsbranten are casted live by national Swedish television. Link below is active from 10.00 am. First start at 10.30.

Check it out at https://www.svt.se/nyheter/lokalt/norrbotten/se-svts-sandning-fran-nordiska-masterskapen-i-extremskidakning

The athletes delivered fantastic performances in Ravinen today. Riders with early start numbers enjoyed great snow conditions and a partly clouded sky. During the day the upper part of the venue turned cloudy. As the starting order was reversed to the qualification results, some of the top riders had to struggle with poor visibility, which made their performances even more impressive.

Snowboard
In the women’s snowboard category, all the finalists performed strong runs without big mistakes. Claudia Bings from Germany is still in the lead ahead of Tova Nejne (Sweden) and Iina Kurunsaari (Finland). Jonas Nordenström (Swe) repeated his strong riding from the qualification and extended his lead. Arvid Gustafsson is in second place ahead of Colin Wiklund, only 16 years old.

Telemark
Among the telemarkers, Erik Nordin, once again linking airs with fast and fluid riding, is in the lead ahead of Iisko Kuusisto (Finland), and Oscar Ahlkvist (Swe).

Women’s Ski
Maria Rydén (Swe)showed her skills with a perfectly executed line including exposed terrain, airs and fluidity. Lovisa Rosengren (Swe) is in second place ahead of Selma Palmkvist (Swe), who was in the lead after the qualifications. With one day to go, the women ski podium is separated with only 0,7 points.

Men’s Ski
Max Palm (Swe) received the highest score of the day with his signature style of riding, finishing his fast run with two huge 360’s. Edvin Olsson (Swe) chose a similar line, executed perfectly, awarding him the second place. Young Max Håkansta (Swe), showed why he was awarded the Rookie of the year title in 2024. He pulled of a straight air from the highest take off of “Klumpen”, finishing his run with a huge 360.

Check out all the results:
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Check out todays video edit

Day 1 of 3. The SBMC Qualification run is completed after a full day of riding for about 150 competitors at “Sadeln” on Nordalsfjäll in Riksgränsen. Riders and the enthusiastic crowd enjoyed great snow conditions and sunny weather, with degrading visibility in the afternoon. The athletes delivered strong performances, especially from the big names.

Snowboard
In the men’s snowboard category, August Coster and Jonas Nordenström from Sweden are tied in top position. Cladia Bings from Germany stood out with a strong run, ahead of  of last years champion Lina Kurunsaari from Finland, and Tova Nejne (Swe).

Telemark
Among the telemarkers, the reigning champion Erik Nordin, as usual with fast and fluid tele turns, is in a solid lead. Oscar Ahlquist (Swe) is second and Iisko Kuusisto (Finland) is in third position.

Women’s Ski
The women delivered impressive performances. Selma Palmkvist (Swe) is in a strong lead after clean run that ticked all the boxes. Lovisa Rosengren (Swe) and the reigning champion Maria Rydén (Swe) are tied in second place.

Men’s Ski
The judges had a hard time to separate the men’s ski category, with only 0,5 points difference among the top six riders. Max Palm (Swe) is in the lead after finishing a different line with high speed and a perfectly executed side flip. The 2024 champion Edvin Olsson (Swe), who did his first comp after an injury, is only 0,2 points behind. Alex Hackl (USA) is in third place with his typical creative and crowd pleasing style.

Check out all the results:
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Stay tuned for todays video, will be published later today.

Check out: Startlista_Qualification_2025

Check out all the riders at the 2025 SBMC in the preliminary entry lists

Prel Entry list 2025 SBMC 250501

By train
Some riders have experienced problems at www.sj.se when trying to book a train ticket from Stockholm to Riksgränsen with departure Stockholm on May 4 and arrival Riksgränsen on May 5. This is due to railway maintenance  between Gällivare and Riksgränsen. However, tickets are now possible to book (the last part of the train ride will be by bus) The train works as usual other dates, including departure from Riksgränsen on May 9.

By air – enjoy 1000 SEK discount for transfer Kiruna airport – Riksgränsen
There are two SAS flights arriving in Kiruna on May 5, at 09.55 and 13.20. Kiruna Buss will treat you with a discount, SEK 1000, when you book a shared taxi/bus from Kiruna airport to Riksgränsen! Just add promo code SBMC when you book your taxi at https://kirunabussab.rezdy.com/637980/shared-taxi-from-kiruna-airport-to-riksgr-nsen The total ticket cost is SEK 200. The taxi/bus will leave the airport at 10.25 (arr Riksgränsen 12.25) and at 13.50 (arr Riksgränsen 15.50).

Welcome to the 2025 edition of the Scandinavian Big Mountain Championships in Riksgränsen on May 6-8. The starting field is limited, secure your spot, register today and get the early bird discount! 

The SBMC is not only a championship for fame and glory in the freeride community. It is also the grande finale of the European freeride season with a few days of unforgettable atmosphere, camaraderie and partying in the arctic light. The SBMC is an open freeride competition where amateurs and skilled beginners have the chance to compete against some of the best skiers and snowboarders in the world. Freeride world tour competitors like Kristofer Turdell and Carl Regner together with challengers like Max Palm have already signed up for the SBMC 2025. Sign up now and secure your early bird discount.