On Saturday, February 22nd, it was time again – the legendary Jeizi Powderstash entered its 11th round! Thanks to the dedicated organizing team led by Andreas Schelling and Jan Stapelfeldt, the event once again became a true highlight. Over 50 motivated freeriders from all over Switzerland made their way to Jeizinen to experience an unforgettable day in the snow together.
Kickers, lines & lots of style
The days before the event were used to pimp the face with a few kickers – after all, it wasn't just about skiing, but also about stylish freestyle moves.
The Ascent – First sweat, then shoot
Around 11:00 a.m., the first riders shouldered their backpacks and set off on the one-hour trek to the start. Everyone trickled in one by one, while the later starters were able to celebrate the first spectacular runs of their competitors.
Flat light & wild falls
As the day progressed, visibility deteriorated, forcing the last riders to throw themselves almost blindly into each other's faces. This led to some unintentionally creative exits and plenty of laughter from the crowd.
Cardboard or powder?
While the sun softened the lower part of the slope, the upper section remained rock-hard – for many, more of a "Jeizi cardboard stash" than a powder stash. But hey, freeriders take it in their stride!
Bratwurst, beer & fresh prices
A festive crowd in a great mood awaited the finish line. The riders were rewarded with a well-deserved bratwurst and a cold drink. At the subsequent awards ceremony, there were also some great prizes: homemade ginger liqueur, the finest mountain cheese from the Turtmann Valley, exquisite Oggier sausages, and, of course, exclusive HAE products.
See you in 2026!
What's left? A huge thank you to everyone who made this event possible! We're already looking forward to next year, when it'll be Jeizi Powderstash 2026 – let's go! 🚀
Photos by Ralph Imstepf
Video contribution from Canal9