It’s official, after much waiting around by the pool, winter is finally here. Some of Europe’s best pro’s, the best brands, biggest media and thousands of excited riders all showed up to Hintertux for the Hotzone Hintertux Opening to kickstart the season in style.

Roope Tonteri was on fire during the Session of the Dudes and walked away with first place.
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One of the best things about the Opening is how all the riders get together without their national teams and ride as a crew.
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Hintertux local and all round nice guy Werni Stock shone bright and won best trick with a huge Sw back 12. Here he is getting captured on the iphone of yours truly.
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Marko Grilc has so much style, how legit is this handplant during the Alarm Clock Battle?
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Jacco Bos flexing during The Transform Cash For Tricks Rail Battle.
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Zoltan Strcula collecting some prizes at the Transform Cash For Tricks Rail Battle.
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