Very cool scenes from the slopes of Utah where the ISMF kicked off the 2025/26 World Cup at Solitude Mountain Resort, marking the first time an ISMF World Cup was hosted in the United States. The action continues today so if you are skiing at Solitude make sure to pop over and check out the action.
As the final qualification opportunity for athletes ahead of ski mountaineering’s Olympic debut at Milano-Cortina 2026, this event will bring together the world’s top competitors for two high-stakes days of Mixed Relay and Sprint racing. Check out the full replay from the day one below:
World Cup Ski Mountaineering comes to Salt Lake City, Utah on December 6-7, 2025.
“The ISMF is proud to open the 2025/26 World Cup season at Solitude Mountain Resort — marking the first time an ISMF World Cup will be hosted in the United States. As the final qualification opportunity for athletes ahead of ski mountaineering’s Olympic debut at Milano-Cortina 2026, this event will bring together the world’s top competitors for two high-stakes days of Mixed Relay and Sprint racing. We’re pleased to partner with USA Skimo and Solitude to showcase the sport’s continued progression on a new and important international stage.” – Ramone Cooper, general director of the International Ski Mountaineering Federation

Sunday, December 7, 2025 Scheduel
SPRINT
- 8:40 am – Pre-start TCM
- 9:00 am – Track inspection
- 9:50 am – Qualification Begin
- 1:20 pm – Awards Ceremony
- 4 pm – 5:45 pm Closing celebration in Last Chance, light snacks and music.

