SNOWBOARDING
FREERIDE WORLD TOUR CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
2023/24:
1st @ 2023 Las Lenas IFSA Qualifier 2*
2022/2023:
4TH OVERALL CHALLENGER TOUR 2023
1st @ 2023 Kirkwood IFSA Qualifier 4*
3rd @ 2023 Snowbird IFSA FWT Challenger 4* #3
1st @ 2023 Cerro Bayo Freeride SA IFSA FWQ 2*
2nd @ 2023 El Colorado Freeride Sudamérica IFSA FWQ 2*
2021/2022:
3rd @ 2022 Kicking Horse IFSA FWQ 2*
3rd @ 2022 Whistler IFSA FWQ 2*
3rd @ 2022 Taos IFSA FWQ 2*
Alenka is a backcountry snowboarder, BASE jumper, and life lover based in Squamish, BC. Following the nomadic footsteps of her parents, she grew up between Argentinian Patagonia and the Alps. The two alpinists raised her and her brothers, believing that anything is possible with determination and persistence. These days she focuses on remote international expeditions where she explores places unknown to her, in pursuit of self-discovery.
The beginnings...
In 2021, she started competing on the FWQ while continuing to participate in races like Super G, banked slalom, and other local events. In her second season on the FWQ series, she had already qualified for 4* events and ended up winning the legendary Kirkwood 4* competition in California in 2023. That year, she also qualified for the Challenger series and finished 4th overall worldwide.
Alenka is based out of Squamish and trains full-time in Whistler. She enjoys BASE jumping while bagging peaks in search of new couloirs and pretty faces that capture her attention. Her summers are spent BASE jumping in Europe and shredding the Patagonian backcountry for the second dose of winter! In 2023, she founded an organization called LUX SNOW, where she invites women from all over into the world of ski touring and splitboarding.
In 2024, Alenka accomplished a big goal of snowboarding off a cliff and opening a parachute. Her first snowboard BASE jump! The process was highlighted in a beautiful cinematic film called "The Beginning" by Pachamama Films.
My Story"As a winter athlete, I chase the season on both hemispheres. Northern ones are usually spent in BC, while the summers are reserved for Argentina and Chile. My idea is to keep my plans fluid and set low expectations before the season, so I stay grounded and open to new possibilities. The road takes me to different places every year, and that's the best part. Getting to know different places, riding untouched peaks, and shredding with my homies. Chasing the dream, studying the snow, snowboarding mindfully while staying safe in the backcountry, and putting a lot of effort and thought into planning and preparation for my trips.
I find joy in little moments. Being alone, in the middle of nowhere, where I can hear my heartbeat, is one of my favorite things to experience in the backcountry. There's something special about winter camping. I always find pleasure in the fine line between extreme sports and survival.
![“Fuhrer Finger” • Mt Rainier [4390 m]
Super nice yet very hot window presented an opportunity to finally get after this line. Since we have never been to Rainier, we decided to boot it straight up (which I wouldn’t recommend).](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69a71530c7ce1e49a63ad26e/1778257908049-XULY2UHEH79W5D2FZ59N/image-asset.jpeg)
Trip Reports / Ascents & Descents
Großglockner, Austria (12,461 ft) Alenka Mali & Grega Mali 2021
(FD) Diagonal Couloir On Rethel Mountain – Whistler / Garibaldi Provincial Park, BC 2021
Bugaboos – Early Season Trip 2023
(FA) Cerro Boris, Cholila, Argentina 2024
Monzino/Homenaje Route on Torre Norte ~ Torres del Paine 2024
Mont Blanc Traverse 2025
Cerro Balmaceda – Winter Style 2025
”The Beginning” Film 2024
The Beginning follows Alenka Mali, a freeride snowboarder who set out to combine two of her biggest passions into a snowboard BASE jump. She achieved her dream in the winter of 2024, a feat that not only pushed the limits of her sport but also honored the adventurous spirit her mother instilled in her. The film won the Audience Choice Award at Whistler Film Festival and was nominated for Best Cinematography and Best Editing at the IF3 awards. Featured in over 42 festivals worldwide, and Girl Winter Film Tour around the USA, the Gutsy Girls Film Tour in Australia and NZ & Slovenia Ski and Snowboard Festival.
Director: @crisfromchile Producers: Cristobal Ruiz & Alenka Mali
Production: Pachamama DOP: @viktorwallmark Drone operators: @digitalanthill @nickmcdonogh & @filmbyjg Music: @goran.magister Color: @jpmhomem BTS and CA: @filmbyjg // Photography by Jimmy Martinelo
”What It Takes” Film 2025
Three women venture from British Columbia to Patagonia to explore what’s possible, only to be met with harsh conditions, unexpected challenges, and their own limits.
Drawn by wild landscapes and the promise of exploration, the expedition begins with excitement and ambition, but Patagonia has other plans. As unpredictable weather, logistical breakdowns, physical exhaustion, and self-doubt set in, the journey quickly becomes less about the destination and more about resilience.
Produced by: Alenka Mali – Director: Alex Clapin
Featuring: Alenka Mali, Isi Assler, Irie Smith
”Airtime” Film 2025
“Airtime” follows ski, snowboard, and air sports athletes through their journey, love, and freedom of spending time in the air.
Directed by Alex Clapin for Intersection 2025
Had the best time working with @griffinelsley on this project and the best crew to bring it to life @alexclapin @llexxartt @leon.butler1 @alenkaamali @finnbilous @carter_durlacher @jaymarcx @axeljtukieneres @jo.riba @morganski_mcfly @je_paq @aktaevyis @thestoryofb @mountainmikeb trizzo21 @acairns_insta @thomasrozsypalek @jason_kruk @ekko1_
“Alenkis” 2023
A 3-part series, following Alenka Mali on her competitive 2023 snowboard season.
From qualifying for the 2023 Freeride Challenger Tour to her life in the finals. Lastly, the off-season BASE jumping to top off a great year!