Snowboard Slopestyle Scoring
6 judges, drop high/low, average 4. 60% tricks, 40% overall impression. Best of 3 runs.
Why This Sport Matters
Why: Slopestyle is judged. Understanding scoring helps riders and fans. Gold typically 88โ93.
How: Enter trick count, difficulty, execution, amplitude, variety, creativity. Calculator simulates judge scores.
- โ6 judges, drop high & low.
- โZoi 92.88 Beijing 2022 gold.
- โFall: 5โ10 pt deduction.
Milano-Cortina 2026 โ Men's & Women's Snowboard Slopestyle
Best of 3 runs, 6 judges, drop high/low. Simulate scores like Red Gerard, Su Yiming, Zoi Sadowski-Synnott.
๐ Olympic Scenario Examples โ Click to Load
Trick Details
Execution
Style Points
Best of 3 Runs (Optional)
Trick Breakdown (Radar)
Run 1 vs Run 2 vs Run 3 Comparison
Score Composition
๐ Calculation Breakdown
๐๏ธ Winter Sports Facts
Zoi Sadowski-Synnott's 92.88 at Beijing 2022 is highest women's Olympic slopestyle score.
โ Olympics.com
๐ Key Takeaways
- โข Slopestyle uses 6 judges scoring 0โ100; the highest and lowest scores are dropped, and the remaining 4 are averaged
- โข 60% of the score comes from tricks (difficulty, execution, variety); 40% from overall impression (amplitude, flow, creativity)
- โข At the Olympics, riders get 3 runs in the final; only the best score counts toward the final standings
- โข A fall typically costs 5โ10 points; hand drags and unstable landings also incur deductions
- โข Gold-medal runs typically score 88โ93; Zoi Sadowski-Synnott's Beijing 2022 gold was 92.88
๐ก Did You Know?
๐ How Slopestyle Scoring Works
FIS (Fรฉdรฉration Internationale de Ski) governs snowboard slopestyle scoring at the Olympics and World Cup. Judges evaluate each run on a 0โ100 scale using specific criteria.
Judge Panel
Six judges score each run. To reduce bias, the highest and lowest scores are dropped. The remaining four scores are averaged to produce the run score. This is the same method used in many judged sports.
Trick Difficulty
Difficulty is based on rotations (180, 360, 540, 720, 900, 1080, 1260, 1440, 1620), axis (cork, double cork), and grabs. A double cork 1620 is among the hardest tricks. Base difficulty is multiplied by execution quality.
Overall Impression
Judges evaluate amplitude (height and style), flow between features, creativity, risk, and use of the course. A rider who uses every section effectively and links tricks smoothly scores higher.
Drop Scores Rule
Dropping the highest and lowest scores prevents a single judge from skewing the result. It also reduces the impact of outliers due to human error or differing interpretation.
Best of 3 Runs
In finals, riders get three runs. Only their best score counts. This format rewards consistency and allows riders to recover from a fall or bad run.
๐ฏ Expert Judging Tips
๐ก Amplitude Matters
Higher jumps with clean landings score better than low, safe tricks. Riders who go big are rewarded.
๐ก Variety is Key
Repeating the same trick on different features hurts your score. Use different rotations, directions, and grabs.
๐ก One Fall Can Cost the Podium
A single fall typically deducts 5โ10 points. At Beijing 2022, Red Gerard's 83.25 with 1620s left him 4th; a clean run could have changed the medal order.
๐ก Flow and Creativity
How tricks connect matters. Smooth transitions and creative use of rails/jumps boost the overall impression score.
โ๏ธ This Calculator vs Manual vs Broadcast
| Feature | This Calculator | Manual Calculation | Watching Broadcast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Judge score simulation | โ | โ | โ |
| Trick difficulty breakdown | โ | โ ๏ธ Complex | โ |
| Medal zone analysis | โ | โ | โ |
| Best of 3 runs comparison | โ | โ | โ |
| Score composition (Radar/Doughnut) | โ | โ | โ |
| Olympic scenario examples | โ | โ | โ |
| Export & share results | โ | โ | โ |
| AI-powered analysis | โ | โ | โ |
โ Frequently Asked Questions
How many judges score slopestyle runs?
Six judges score each run. The highest and lowest scores are dropped, and the remaining four are averaged to produce the run score. This reduces bias and outlier effects.
What is the difference between trick score and overall impression?
Trick score (60%) evaluates difficulty, execution, variety, and creativity of individual tricks. Overall impression (40%) evaluates amplitude, flow, risk, and use of the course. Both are combined for the final score.
Why was Su Yiming's Beijing 2022 result controversial?
The head judge later admitted a "glaring error" in scoring Max Parrot's run. Some observers believed Su Yiming's run deserved gold. No official appeal was filed, and Parrot retained the gold.
What is a double cork?
A double cork (or double flip) is an off-axis rotation where the rider completes two full flips while spinning. Double cork 1080 (two flips + three rotations) and 1260 are common in elite slopestyle.
How much does a fall cost?
A fall typically deducts 5โ10 points depending on severity. Hand touches, unstable landings, or using hands for balance also incur smaller deductions.
When did slopestyle become an Olympic sport?
Snowboard slopestyle made its Olympic debut at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics. Sage Kotsenburg (men) and Jamie Anderson (women) won the first gold medals.
What is the best of 3 runs format?
In Olympic finals, riders get three runs. Only their best score counts. This allows riders to take risks on later runs if an earlier run was safe or had a fall.
What is amplitude in slopestyle?
Amplitude refers to the height and style of jumps. Riders who go higher and land cleanly score better than those who play it safe. It is one of the key judging criteria.
Who is Zoi Sadowski-Synnott?
Zoi Sadowski-Synnott is a New Zealand snowboarder who won gold in women's slopestyle at Beijing 2022 with a score of 92.88. She was the first New Zealander to win a Winter Olympic gold medal.
๐ Slopestyle by the Numbers
๐ Official Sources
โ ๏ธ Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on FIS judging principles and typical scoring patterns. Actual Olympic and World Cup scores are determined by real judges. This tool is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Not official FIS or IOC scoring.
For educational and informational purposes only. Verify with a qualified professional.
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