Cool Runnings

PRO Slalom Invitational 2025

EVENT INFO

Feel the rhythm, feel the rhyme—get on up, it’s bobsled time!

The Cool Runnings PRO Slalom Invitational is a high-stakes, invite-only slalom showdown for professional riders. Fast, fun, and fiercely competitive—this is a best-of-three format where only the best run counts, and 100% of entry fees go straight into the cash prize purse. For riders by riders.

FORMAT

  • 3 timed runs per rider

  • Best time of the 3 runs counts

  • Winner decided by fastest single lap

REGISTRATION

  • Invitational event – Pro riders only

    • Open to professional riders and athletes with top finishes in previous pro-level races

  • Field cap: 100 riders

  • Registration is password-protected

    • Email us to request an invite or for access details

  • Full details available in the Cool Runnings Invitational Rulebook

RACE PLATES (REQUIRED)

  • Race plates are mandatory for practice and racing.

  • Plates must be displayed on bikes at all times during racing and training sessions

  • Pick up location: Top of the Cool Runnings trail

  • Pickup time: Before practice begins on Friday ( Time )

  • Trail access is restricted to registered riders only during these times

PRACTICE & SESSION TIMING

  • Friday: Official practice session ( Time)

  • Saturday: ( TIME )

    • 1-hour practice before racing

    • Race consists of 3 timed rounds

    • Approx. 10-15-minute hike back up to the start

RULES & PROCEDURES

Starts & Timing

  • Riders start at 30-second intervals

  • Missed start = missed run (no exceptions)

Re-Runs

  • A re-run may be granted only if:

    • A major crash occurs directly in front of you, or

    • There is uncontrollable interference (“Act of God”) that clearly impacts your run

Tie-Breaker

  • Ties will be broken by the second-fastest run, then third if needed.

Course Compliance

  • Riders must stay within the taped course

  • Leaving the course may result in disqualification

    • Exception: Rider may re-enter at the exact point they exited

Equipment

  • E-bike motors must be turned OFF during all race and practice runs

COURSE & BIKE RECOMMENDATIONS

  • Approx. 1-minute run

  • Fast, flowing slalom with berms, drops, and jumps - Black trail

  • Full-suspension trail bike recommended

  • Required gear:

    • Full-face helmet

    • Goggles

    • Pads

PRIZE PURSE

  • 100% of entry fees go directly into the prize pool

  • Cash prizes for Top 3 Men & Top 3 Women !!!!!!

SPECTATORS

  • Spectators are welcome outside the tape:) Watch riders in different sections and cheer your favs!!

  • Live MC calling the action from the course

  • Expect nonstop racing and high-energy laps all day

THE EXPERIENCE

This is your chance to race one of the most exciting pro slalom events of the year. With razor-thin margins, elite riders, and perfectly built turns, every run is a chance to lay down a heater. Come ready to race hard—and have a damn good time doing it!!

NO BAD TIMES!

2025 PRO PODIUMS

Hot Laps Pro Men's slalom Podium

PRO SLALOM SCHEDULE

2026 FINALIZED SOON

Friday May 29th

PRO PRACTICE

Saturday May 31st

PRO PRACTICE

PM PRO RACE

2025 RESULTS

2024 RESULTS