The No Joke Tele Race

No Joke Tele Race 2026 at Powder Mountain – Fastest Free-Heel Banked Slalom

The No Joke Tele Race 2026 returns to Powder Mountain in Utah on Saturday, April 4, 2026, inviting telemark skiers from across the world to test their speed and skill on one of the most exciting banked slalom courses of the season. Hosted on the legendary Turn N Burn banked slalom track, this event blends competition, community, and telemark culture into a single high-energy day.

This year’s No Joke Tele Race once again promises thrilling runs for both men’s and women’s divisions with cash prizes for the fastest racers and valuable swag for second and third place finishers. Competitors will have a chance to immortalize their names on the prized No Joke Tele Race Trophy in a competition that celebrates speed, style, and free-heel technique.

Race Format and Course Highlights

The No Joke Tele Race is organized around a banked slalom format, where skiers navigate a series of berms, rollers, and high-speed turns on a dedicated course originally built for the Turn N Burn event. Although it’s officially a race, the focus remains on fun, freeriding spirit, and telemark culture.

Racers will need a season pass or lift ticket to participate. Throughout the day, competitors can warm up on the course, sharpen their edges, and prepare for multiple timed runs aiming for the fastest overall time.

Costumes are optional but highly encouraged, reinforcing the festival atmosphere where telemark skiing meets creativity and self-expression.

Vendor Village and Gear Demos

In addition to the race itself, the Vendor Village at the Timberline Lodge base area will host gear demos featuring the latest telemark equipment, including skis, bindings, and boots. This provides participants and spectators the opportunity to test new gear and connect with telemark brands in a relaxed, social environment.

For many free-heelers, the No Joke Tele Race is one of the highlights of the Powder Mountain event calendar. Not only does it challenge racers, it also creates space for community engagement, gear exploration, and unforgettable memories on snow.

Telemark Culture and Community at Powder Mountain

No Joke Tele Race has quickly become a signature telemark event at Powder Mountain, known for its welcoming vibe and inclusive spirit. Whether racers aim for podium glory or simply want to experience high-speed banked slalom, the event brings together free-heelers of all backgrounds in one place.

This race also highlights Powder Mountain’s broader commitment to telemark skiing. In past seasons, the resort has celebrated telemark events as part of its winter calendar, with No Joke standing out as a beloved community tradition.

Prepare for the Race

Racers planning to compete in the No Joke Tele Race 2026 should prepare their telemark gear early and secure their registration, season pass, or lift tickets ahead of the event date. Spectators interested in telemark culture, competitive runs, and community energy will find Powder Mountain in early April a perfect place to be.

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