Located at the south-west of Linz on the way to Graz, Hinterstoder is a small unspoiled place with a happy and friendly atmosphere. It maybe a modest ski area compared to others, but its racing hill is one of the most demanding on the World Cup. Three men's races took place there in recent years and they were a huge success. Over ten thousand fans came to watch the best technical specialists in the world battle the treacherous conditions. The winners were Kjetil Aamodt and Michael von Gruenigen in GS and Armin Bittner in slalom and they were most deserving of their achievements. The race organizers do a great job in creating a tough run on a bumpy course needing great a physical conditioning and an outstanding technique. Austrians haven't won there yet, but hope springs eternal for this season's mens races.