On March 22nd, 2025, Mt. Ellen came alive with energy, speed, and style for the 9th Annual Side Surfers Banked Slalom. Hosted in partnership by the Sidesurfers and Sugarbush PARKS, this beloved community event welcomed riders of all ages to take on a custom-built course packed with berms, tight turns, and technical features designed to test skill and stoke alike. With two timed runs and the best one counting, the competition was fierce, but the spirit of camaraderie and good vibes ruled the day. Whether you came to race or just to cheer from the sidelines, this year’s Slalom was a true celebration of snowboarding and community.
Check out the results below to see who took home the fastest times!
Girls U12
1 – Eleanor S. – Best time: 60.57 sec
2 – Natalie B. – Best time: 63.55 sec
3 – Lucy P. – Best time: 92.15 sec
Boys U12
1 – Jack P. – Best time: 54.60 sec
2 – Gigi D. – Best time: 54.66 sec
3 – Owen E. – Best time: 57.78 sec
Girls 12-17
1 – Sage W. – Best time: 51.93 sec
2 – Ava F. – Best time: 54.98 sec
3 – Marley M. – Best time: 55.56 sec
Boys 12-17
1 – Avery B. – Best time: 48.48 sec
2 – Felix K. – Best time: 48.55 sec
3 – Brooks W. – Best time: 49.37 sec
Women 18-29
1 – Hailey S. – Best time: 48.89 sec
2 – Noelle E. – Best time: 49.23 sec
3 – Emma S. – Best time: 51.65 sec
Men 18-29
1 – Alexander G. – Best time: 46.14 sec
2 – Stacy R. – Best time: 49.22 sec
3 – Sammy H. – Best time: 49.49 sec
Women 30-39
1 – Caroline P. – Best time: 50.75 sec
2 – Jessica G. – Best time: 51.18 sec
3 – Holly G. – Best time: 51.58 sec
Men 30-39
1 – Charles S. – Best time: 43.73 sec
2 – Tucker S. – Best time: 44.62 sec
3 – Kyle C. – Best time: 45.19 sec
Women 40+
1 – Christine V. – Best time: 55.90 sec
2 – Lisa F. – Best time: 57.1 sec
3 – Cori D. – Best time: 57.17 sec
Men 40+
1 – Whitney P. – Best time: 45.45 sec
2 – Ryan Flynn. – Best time: 45.89 sec
3 – Ian F. – Best time: 46.95 sec
