Since the 1980s, half-pipes contain an extended flat bottom between the quarter-pipes. The original style half-pipes are no longer built. Flat ground provides time to regain balance after landing and …

Feb 19, 2026 · Snowboarding’s most-famed contest, the half-pipe, is performed in a half tube of snow. Half-pipes are approximately 11 to 22 feet (3.3 to 6.7 meters) high, with slopes between 16 and 18 …

4 days ago · Eileen Gu recovered from a nervy start to imperiously claim women's halfpipe gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Jul 10, 2025 · Learn how Olympic snowboard halfpipe works, including the official rules, judging criteria, and competition format for Milan Cortina 2026. Get a clear breakdown of scoring, progression and …

Oct 31, 2025 · In halfpipe, riders must show a well-rounded mix of tricks rather than repeating the same spin or grab each hit. Judges look for runs that include rotations in both directions (frontside and …

Nov 5, 2025 · In its simplest terms, halfpipe skiing and snowboarding are freestyle snow sports that see an athlete perform tricks on skis or a snowboard on a U-shaped course made of hard-packed snow.

Nov 22, 2024 · In this article, we’ll focus on three events held in both disciplines - halfpipe, slopestyle and big air - exploring their basic features and format, while explaining the differences between each …

5 days ago · Alex Ferreira wins gold in the men's freeski halfpipe final, becoming Olympic champion in his third Olympic Games.

Sep 22, 2022 · The snowboarding halfpipe is one of the most famous elements of the snowboarding world, but approaching it can be daunting. Here’s a handy intro!

5 days ago · American freeskier Alex Ferreira won the men's halfpipe final at the Milan Cortina Winter Games to complete his collection of Olympic medals.