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2025 Rule Changes

“Tie breakers for final ranking is formalized. Tie breakers include head to head and number of competitors faced. Qualifying also plays an important part.” Rules 2025 Changes to the Rules WGSF released the rules for the 2025 season. The changes to the rules are highlighted in yellow. Several minor clarifications …
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2025 Selected Athletes and 2026 Selection Criteria

WGSF is pleased to announce the athletes for the 2025 WDSC Championship Tour. In continuing to recognize participation in international events, WGSF selected the podium from the World Skate Games 2022, in addition to selecting the top 2024 selected riders as well as the top athletes from the 2024 Qualifying …
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Tie Breakers

As we head into the final race of the 2024 season, Roan Mountain, there are three Open Stand Up racers vyeing for the 2024 World Championship, with a possiblity of a three way tie! But WGSF doesn’t have a tie breaker listed in the rules. While WGSF will not normally …
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Back Protectors and Helmets

Downhill is inherently a dangerous sport. WGSF is constantly re-evaluating our rules to keep our members as safe as possible. Starting in 2025, WGSF will require CE level 1 or better back protector for all stand up competitors. Back protectors can be a part of the leathers, worn under the …
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2024 and 2025 WDSC Qualifications Explained

The 2024 season is just around the corner. WDSC events will be limited to 60 competitors, by selection only. The first round of competitors were chosen from the 2022 and 2023 WDSC rankings as well as the 2022 World Skate Games. A few competitors may also earn a spot through …
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