Cushing Crossing
- May 02, 2027
- Palisades Tahoe
- Free
- Website
The Ultimate Guide to the Cushing Crossing at Palisades Tahoe
The legendary Cushing Crossing at Palisades Tahoe is back for another thrilling spring spectacle! If you love big sends, massive splashes, and non-stop laughs, you cannot miss this iconic event. Every spring, brave skiers and riders attempt to skim across the chilly waters of Cushing Pond. They will perform in front of celebrity judges and two of the best emcees in the business.
Because creativity is key, custom costumes are highly encouraged for all participants. Read on to get the full schedule, mandatory safety rules, and official scoring details.
Essential Event Details
To help you plan your day, here is the official schedule for the competition:
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- Date: Sunday, May 2
- Time: 1:00 PM
- Location: Cushing Pond, Palisades Tahoe
- Awards Ceremony: Immediately following the event at Cushing Pond
Competition Categories and Prizes
The Cushing Crossing at Palisades Tahoe features five distinct divisions. Winners in each category will receive fantastic prizes from our official event partners. These partners include Smith, Darn Tough, The North Face, Smartwool, Chomps, and Honey Stinger.
Competitors can register under the following categories:
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- Men’s Ski
- Men’s Snowboard
- Women’s Ski
- Women’s Snowboard
- Unlimited Division: This category includes any unique apparatus that originates from winter sports but is not a standard pair of skis or snowboard.
Official Scoring Rules
Celebrity judges will score each run based on a 50-point maximum scale. Therefore, you need both skill and showmanship to take home the crown.
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- Creativity and Style: Worth up to 25 points.
- Successful Pond Crossing: Worth up to 25 points.
Note: The overall winner is determined by the highest combined score from two dynamic runs. In the event of a tie, a second-run ski-off will determine the champion.
Mandatory Competitor Rules
Palisades Tahoe prioritizes safety because this is a family-friendly environment. Please review these rules before signing up:
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- Registration: Participants must be at least 18 years old. You must be present to register, as no one can sign up on behalf of another competitor.
- Safety Gear: Approved helmets and Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) are strictly mandatory. Please bring your own PFD if possible, though limited loaner vests are available.
- Apparatus Control: Your snow sliding apparatus must have a clear winter sports origin. Additionally, you must remain in total control of your vehicle at all times. If you have multiple competitors, you must all be securely attached to the same apparatus.
- Conduct: No pyrotechnics or open flames are allowed on the course. Furthermore, we do not permit inappropriate clothing or profanity. If you would not do it in front of your grandmother, do not do it here!
Event Address: 1960 Olympic Valley Road Olympic Valley, CA 96146
