The eighth iteration of the LAAX European Freeski Open is slated for March 19 to 21, 2015. As per usual, top-riders representing nations from across the globe will battle with up-and-comers for a spot on the podium, and for a piece of the prize-money pie (30.000 CHF). Registration for the event is now open, here.

145 starting spots (120 men/ 25 women) are available. Registration is open through March 2, 2015. The event is slopestyle only, and certified AFP Gold.

Previous winners include Jesper Tjäder (SWE, 2014), Elias Ambühl (SUI, 2011), Henrik Harlaut (SWE, 2009), Russ Henshaw (AUS, 2008), PK Hunder (NOR, 2007), Simon Dumont (USA, 2006) and Virginie Faivre (SUI, 2006-2008), Kaya Turski (CAN, 2009), Emma Dahlstrom (SWE, 2011) and Johanne Killi (NOR, 2014).