Win Your Spot at Swatch Nines MTB 2025 in Sölden!
In 2025, Swatch Nines returns with an epic two-part event - bringing the world's top riders to Green Hill Bikepark and Bike Republic Sölden. This will be more than just a contest, Swatch Nines is all about celebrating creativity, progression and community. This event will not only showcase elite-level riding but also offers fresh talent the chance to earn a wildcard and ride alongside the best and maybe even get the chance to join the GHOST pack. How to take this chance? Better keep on reading.
Swatch Nines - Progression without Pressure
Swatch Nines MTB is one-of-a-kind event series that blurs the line between competition and creativity. Since 2011, it has offered a pressure-free playground for the world's best riders to innovate, collaborate, and inspire - far from the constraints of traditional contests. With custom-built courses, breathtaking locations, and a strong focus on content creation, Swatch Nine redefines what a mountain bike event can be: an open invitation to dream big, shred hard, and leave a track on the sport's future. With 2025 Swatch Nines has a very special offer which includes events at two MTB-hot spots in Germany and the Austrian Alps.
Green Hill Bikepark - Bold progression in the heart of Germany
Green Hill Bikepark, located in Schmellenberg, Sauerland is a rising star in the European freeride scene. It opened in July 2022 and ever since stood out in the biking scene of Germany. Known for its bold lines, cretive features, and ever-evolving terrain, Green Hill offers the perfect spot for the Swatch Nines Big Air Session. The venue embodies a spirit of progression and innovation, with a custom-built slopestyle setup designed by and for the athletes. Its central location and vibrant local riding community make it an ideal venue for pushing limits and capturing world-class MTB content.
Bike Republic Sölden - Alpine Flow with a Freeride Spirit
Set in the stunning Ötztal Alps of Austria, the Bike Republic Sölden is more than just a bike par - it's THE Hub for riding culture. With a passport system for trails, inclusive events and a strong focus on sustainability, Sölden invites riders from all backgrounds to explore its legendary flow trails, rugged mountain lines, and expansive terrain. For Swatch Nines, it provides the perfect backdrop for creative freeride sessions and a unique chance to connect with the public during the on-site festival experience.
GHOST Bikes as a sponsor
In 2025 GHOST Bikes will be one of the main sponsors of the Nines. We are incredibly proud to be part of the event and support riders on their journey in mountainbiking. To provide the best possible equipment a community that will feel like family. The GHOST pack is built for the rough - and THIS is your chance to join the pack.
Win a Wildcard to Swatch Nines in Sölden:
"Becoming a Nine" is your ticket to the big leagues. We're looking for standout riders - women and men - who bring creativity, style and good vibes. The best entries win a wildcard to Swatch NInes MTB and a week of epic sessions happening September 12-14 2025 at Bike Republic Sölde, Austria! PLUS: GHOST bikes is offering a one-year sponsorship to one lucky winner!
Who can enter?
ANYONE, ANYWHERE, no age limit, no pressure. Already sponsored? No problem: you can try your luck anyways.
How to enter?
film a vertical instagram reel (max. 45 sec) showing your best, most creative riding
post it on instagram, tag @thenines.cc, and use #SwatchNines and #BecomeANineBike
Send your clip via WeTransfer to nini@distillery.cc with your:
name, email, phone number, age, instagram handle and a picture of yourself
DEADLINE: Sunday, August 17
How will the Winner be selected?
The Swatch Nines crew, GHOST bikes and Bike Republic Sölden will pick at least one female and one male winner.
Now it's on you to show us what you got!
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