Maddox Matte and Mela Stalker Crowned Champions at Red Bull Heavy Metal Montréal
Montréal’s Parc olympique played host to the Red Bull Heavy Metal snowboarding competition on February 28th, drawing a large crowd to witness over 30 riders navigate a challenging course featuring massive gaps, kinks, ledges, a hip, and a quarterpipe. The event showcased top snowboarding talent, culminating in victories for Maddox Matte in the men’s division and Mela Stalker in the women’s division.
Event Overview
Red Bull Heavy Metal Montréal is a premier street snowboarding competition known for its innovative course design and high level of competition. This year’s event, held at the iconic Parc olympique, featured a diverse range of obstacles designed to test the skills of the participating snowboarders.
Champions Crowned
Quebec native Maddox Matte secured the overall championship for the men, demonstrating exceptional skill and consistency throughout the competition. Australian rider Mela Stalker, recently competing at the Olympics for Team Australia, claimed the top spot in the women’s division Red Bull.
Rider Lineup
The competition featured a strong roster of riders, including:
- Mela Stalker
- Tanner Davidson
- Hinano Sakamoto
- Pat Fava
- Gwyneth Park
- LJ
- Maddox Matte
- Oliver Hume
- Tosh River Krauskopf
- Oliver Grey Hume
Looking Ahead
The success of Red Bull Heavy Metal Montréal has generated excitement for future events. Organizers hope to return to Montréal next year, continuing to push the boundaries of street snowboarding. Instagram