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Dirksen Derby 18 Snowboard Rally Race
The Dirksen Derby 18 Snowboard Rally Race returns to Mt. Bachelor this December 19-21, 2025! This iconic event invites the international snowboard and sit-ski communities together for an incredibly fun and memorable weekend. This event features 100% hand-crafted parallel banked slalom race courses, which have been built at a different location on the lower mountain of Mt. Bachelor every year since the Dirksen Derby’s inception in 2007.
More About the Dirksen Derby
The Dirksen Derby takes place December 19 through 21, an event hosted at Mt. Bachelor that brings together more than 500 riders in 24 divisions to showcase skill, and build camaraderie and connection. Founded in 2007, the Derby began as a fundraiser for Tyler Eklund, a Bend snowboarder who was paralyzed as a teenager after a fall at a national competition that year. Since then, the event has benefited other causes and nonprofits, including Oregon Adaptive Sports, ProtectOur Winters, and the Central Oregon Avalanche Association.
“I know that donations mean a lot to the individuals and nonprofits that receive them,” founder Josh Dirksen said.
“But I also realize they need more than just money. They need awareness, kindness, understanding, volunteer support and a strong connection to the greater community.”
In the past, the Derby has registered racers from 6 to 76 years old, whether professionals or the playful—categories are elite, yogi, mini-shred, “older & wiser” and more. But, “One of my biggest joys each year is seeing our original inspiration (and fundraising recipient), tetraplegic rider Tyler Eklund, race down our Green course together with Kendall Cook from Oregon Adaptive Sports,” Dirksen said. See more at dirksenderby.com.