About STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® Series

What do you get when you combine the power of STIHL tools with the performance of some of the country's best lumberjack sports athletes? The STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® Series delivers high-octane action and razor-sharp competition.

STIHL TIMBERSPORTS®—The Original Extreme Sport—features the nation’s best lumberjack sports athletes. Competitors go head-to-head using razor-sharp axes and high-powered chainsaws in six thrilling disciplines: the underhand chop, stock saw, standing block chop, single buck, springboard chop, and hot saw. STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® started in 1985 at regional U.S. logging competitions and has grown to become a worldwide phenomenon with National Championships in 27 countries, culminating in the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® World Championships (Individual and Team Relay). The sport now includes an impressive roster of Men, Women, and Rookie Divisions.

Fans can follow all of the sport’s heart-pounding action via social media by visiting Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

Athlete Applications

Athletes can apply to compete in the 2024 United States season by downloading and submitting the 2024 Athlete Application by January 31.