FWT

2026 Shymbulak Freeride Week Qualifier

Shymbulak mountain resort is located 30 mins away from the city center by car. It reaches altitudes of 2'200 to 3'200 meters and will celebrate the 71st jubilee in the upcoming season! 

The plan is to compete and enjoy a freeride week consisting of one event having enough snow and sun in February. 

FWT • Home of freeride • 
17-22 Feb, 2026
Shymbulak
2200 M

The city of Almaty is the southern capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan. It is a modern city at the footprint of Northern Tien Shan mountains with surrounding peaks of up to 5'000 meters above sea level.

Please follow the upcoming newsletters, we will inform you on the snow conditions, best hotel offers, transfers and other useful hints. Being true fans of freeride, our team is very excited about hosting this FWT event in Kazakhstan!

Welcome to Almaty!