PROVE LIBERE TOUR 2026: preview of the 2026/27 ski collections in Folgaria on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 February

Il Prove Libere Tour 2026 stops in Folgaria (TN) for its sixth and highly anticipated seasonal event, scheduled for Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 February, offering the public an unprecedented testing experience.

Enthusiasts will be able to preview and test the main new ski models for the 2026/2027 winter season and will have the opportunity to be “accompanied” on the slopes by National Instructors, the highest authorities in alpine skiing technique and teaching in Italy.

Organised by Pool Sci Italia, the official supplier consortium of the Italian National Alpine Ski Teams, the Prove Libere Tour confirms itself as the largest free ski test event in Italy and, above all, a key platform for those who want to approach ski equipment in a conscious way, experiencing snow as a combination of innovation, safety and fun.

The Trentino stop comes with high expectations, following the numbers recorded so far: 2,465 total participants and 5,920 pairs of skis tested.

The village will be set up in Fondo Grande, near the departure of the Sommo Alto chairlift, with opening hours: Saturday 14 February from 09:00 to 15:30 and Sunday 15 February from 09:00 to 14:30.

A GUIDED TEST WITH NATIONAL INSTRUCTORS

The distinctive feature of the Folgaria stop will be the presence of National Instructors, divided by each ski brand present, who will accompany the first registered enthusiasts on the slopes. This exclusive, highly technical service was designed by Pool Sci Italia to maximise the testing experience, offering skiers the opportunity to interact with and receive feedback from top-level professionals. The National Instructors will guide participants during the tests, explaining the characteristics of the new equipment, providing technical advice on how to use it at its best, and sharing expertise gained at the highest levels of alpine skiing instruction and practice. A truly unique opportunity to experience snow in an educational and engaging way.

FULFIL SLOPE: TECHNIQUE, SAFETY AND SPECTACLE

After the experience in Pila, Folgaria represents the second seasonal opportunity to use the exclusive FULFIL slope, which will run alongside the regular slopes open to the public during the test days. A reserved track, closed to the public, ideal for safely testing the latest 2026/27 ski innovations in a technical and controlled environment.

The FULFIL slope will be closed and prepared with optimal snow conditions to help skiers achieve correct turn execution, making the testing experience even more effective and precise. The National Instructors will also perform a demonstration of style and technique on the FULFIL slope, turning the test moment into a spectacular experience with high educational value.

SKIAREA ALPE CIMBRA – FOLGARIA AND LAVARONE.

The vast ski carousel of the Folgaria–Lavarone Skiarea offers 104 km spread across 66 beautiful slopes where everyone can enjoy skiing in Trentino. The Alpe Cimbra Skiarea is a large area featuring magnificent and varied landscapes, highlighting the beauty of the surrounding territory. On our ski lifts in Trentino, you can enjoy all your favourite winter sports with your loved ones, such as alpine skiing, ski touring, snowboarding, freeriding and cross-country skiing, and more: special activities such as fat biking will make your ski holiday in Trentino unforgettable.

THE TEST VILLAGE AND THE SUPPORT OF THE SKIMEN
At the Prove Libere Tour 2026 village, participants will be able to test free of charge the models provided by the Pool Sci Italia companies, with the constant support of professional skimen, ready to recommend the most suitable equipment based on technical level and personal ambitions.

SUPPORTING PROVE LIBERE TOUR 2026
A pool of excellence has also been confirmed among the partners, starting with ITASNOW, which will offer advice on slope safety, followed by FULFIL, Nutella and Pocket Coffee, while the Snowit Team is the digital partner of the tour. Together with FISI – Italian Winter Sports Federation, the Italian alpine ski champions will be celebrated live on a LED wall. Finally, with AMSI – Italian Ski School, participants will be able to receive personalised advice from snow professionals. The presence of FERRERO with iconic brands such as Nutella, Pocket Coffee and FULFIL confirms the commitment to offering participants a complete and positive snow experience, capable of combining sport, energy and conviviality.

POCKET COFFEE – A coffee break, even on the slopes. The pace of a day on the snow requires enthusiasm and determination. Pocket Coffee, with its perfect balance of chocolate and coffee, offers free tastings directly on the slopes, accompanied by engaging and interactive activities.

NUTELLA – Breakfast at altitude. At every stop of the Prove Libere Tour, Nutella welcomes the public with its unmistakable “breakfast at altitude”. Inside a dedicated kiosk, ski enthusiasts can enjoy exclusive specialties, such as the classic “bread and Nutella”, also available in a plant-based version, and Nutella Biscuits, to start the day on the slopes. For a tasty break, Nutella B-Ready and Nutella Muffin are available, making every moment on the snow even more special.

FULFIL – Your partner to achieve your goals. FULFIL, the new line of protein and vitamin bars, takes centre stage in the downhill areas. Skiers and visitors can take part in fun skill-based games, challenging friends and family to win FULFIL bars and discover a great-tasting protein snack during a day on the slopes.

MEDIA PARTNERS. Dovesciare, Neveitalia, OutDoortest, Sciare Magazine, Scimagazine and SnowBusiness, which follow each stop with dedicated content, amplifying the event’s visibility.

The Prove Libere Tour 2026 will continue on: 21–22 February in Madesimo (SO) and 7–8 March in Ponte di Legno – Tonale (BS).

POOL SCI ITALIA: A MODEL OF EXCELLENCE IN THE ITALIAN SKI SCENE
Pool Sci Italia, founded at the end of the 1960s, represents a true benchmark in the world of ski equipment. Created with the aim of technically and financially supporting the Italian National Alpine Ski Teams, the consortium has evolved over the years into a unique platform for collaboration among the leading companies in the sector. Today, Pool Sci Italia is synonymous with excellence, technology and innovation, making it a virtuous example of cooperation even within a competitive commercial environment.

Pool Sci Italia boasts over 50 years of history, during which it has made a significant contribution to the international success of Italian skiing. Today, the Consortium brings together 28 brands that supply technical equipment to the Italian National Alpine Ski Teams. The member companies, leaders in their respective sectors, continuously invest in research and development to offer increasingly high-performance and safe equipment, demonstrating how Pool Sci Italia represents a virtuous model of collaboration among companies sharing the same passion for skiing and innovation. The Pool Sci Italia Consortium is made up of 28 brands divided into eight categories: skis, boots, bindings, poles, helmets, goggles, gloves and protections.

PRODUCT CATEGORIES – BRANDS
• SKIS. Atomic – Blizzard – Dynastar – Fischer – Head – Nordica – Rossignol – Salomon – Völkl
• BOOTS. Atomic – Dalbello – Fischer – Head – Lange – Nordica – Rossignol – Salomon – Tecnica
• BINDINGS. Atomic – Fischer – Head – Look – Marker – Salomon
• POLES. Rossignol – Gabel – Leki – Komperdell – Vola
• HELMETS. Atomic – Bollé – Briko – Dainese – Head – Oakley – Rossignol – Salomon – Smith – Uvex
• GOGGLES. Atomic – Bollé – Briko – Dainese – Head – Oakley – Rossignol – Salomon – Smith – Uvex
• GLOVES. Dainese – Energiapura – Leki – Level – Ziener – Reusch
• PROTECTIONS. Dainese – Energiapura – Gabel – Leki

Alpe Cimbra, 12 February 2026