Ski & Snow 2024

ISSUE # 29
WINTER 2024
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2024
CUTTING EDGE SINCE 1998

CALM AFTER THE STORM
For the last twenty-four months, we have
watched the conflict between ‘‘the haves and
the have-nots,’ those who had purchased a
Life Pass for Ruapehu and those who simply
wanted the mountain open. The world is full
of nice and understanding people, but there
are some unpleasant ones among us, and it
seems most of those who live in an internet
world and voice their unpleasant vitriol on
social media, are often not only angry but
uninformed.
People’s jobs were, and I guess still are,
at risk, businesses hung in the balance
and whole communities were in danger
of evaporating. Instead of a community all
pulling together to keep a national treasure
open for us all, there was this horrendous rift.
Let me be clear: we did not and do not have
an opinion (well, that is not true - we do - but
we kept it to ourselves). But as the snow drift
has started to settle, the snow community
seems to be coming back together and the
shadow of Covid starting to dim. We are now
starting to accept global warming may affect
the snow and tourists are trickling back, all
seems to be well.
Last year it was a “hold your breath and wait
and see”; this year, the Ruapehu battle seems
to be currently resolved as Pure Turoa moves
forward, and Whakapapa independently
stands alone. Life Pass holders know where
they stand; that may not be a place they
would have chosen, but that dye has now
been cast. Tourism numbers are beginning
again to flourish, and the queues outside
Fergs Burger are as unbelievable as ever.
As the snow/ski/snowboard industry is
now seemingly back on track, the only
inconsistency we cannot control is the snow,
but we can control our reaction. Support
your local club fields, buy local products. If
you have been thinking about upgrading your
skis, do it this year. Buy a season pass - do
not think of it as an expense, think of it as an
investment. Have the attitude that this will be
a great season, it might be a hundred days
it might be ten, but make the very most of
them, every moment, every turn, while you
can, because we have seen how at risk they
can become.
Have a great season, enjoy the magazine,
and feel free to send us any images of great
conditions or simply of people having fun.
Steve Dickinson / Editor
Special thanks to Guy Fattal / Red Bull Illume,
for the amazing cover image of Connery
Lundin, taken in the Tantalus Range, BC,
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FINN BILOUS
FOR THE FUN OF IT
People ski because of the love of sport, simply for the fun of it. If you think about it, it
is a strange pastime; you go up the snow-covered mountain and then basically slide
down, over and over; why? Because it is fun.
But when what you do for ‘fun’ becomes your profession, it can get really serious
really quick, and the fun evaporates. The pressure, the high-risk factor, the injuries,
the pressure to perform, the constant travelling, the never-ending winter, the list goes
on and on. It is not a surprise that snow sports athletes get burnt out and jaded. What
was once fun can be a bit of a grind.
Not Finn Bilous: we have been following and recording Finn’s sporting path for a
number of years; Finn is, as he was described recently, ‘Fun incarnate’. He runs, he
surfs, he is one of the best skiers on the planet, and it’s all wrapped up with a smile,
good humour and a real sense of what skiing has always been about - fun!
If you send Finn a note saying well done for an event, there is always a reply of
appreciation; if you ask how the season is going, he always responds positively.
In the serious world of FWT, amongst the absolute best skiers in the world, in any
visual record, the guy smiling is always Finn.
Image by Mark Clinton
Finn exudes and amplifies what skiing should be about. It seems that no matter how
far up the performance ladder he climbs, he manages to stay grounded in a sport he
loves — because it is fun!
We caught up with him after his appearance at the Freeride World Tour event in
Verbier, where he made history by becoming the first rider to 360 off the notorious
Hollywood Cliff.
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“THE ‘HOLLYWOOD CLIFF’ REALLY
STUCK OUT TO ME AND I KNEW I
WANTED TO TRY AND BECOME THE
FIRST PERSON TO 360 IT.”
That 360 off the Hollywood Cliff in Verbier even made me feel a bit uncomfortable!
Did you plan that, or did it just happen? I am pretty sure I am right saying it’s the
first one ever off the Hollywood cliff.
Haha yeah, that was a gnarly one. I’d actually been thinking about that run for a full year
before having the opportunity to try it. In April 2023, we went to Verbier for the same contest
and inspected the Bec De Rosses face, for a full week. The ‘Hollywood Cliff’ really stuck
out to me and I knew I wanted to try and become the first person to 360 it. Unfortunately,
the weather/conditions didn’t line up in 2023 and the entire face avalanched the morning
we were supposed to run the contest. To go back one year later, have the conditions line
up and get the opportunity for redemption was a long but very satisfying process.
Some of the big mountain runs look like a mixture of out-of-control and amazing
skiing – where does the control stop and the shut your eyes and hope for the best
begin?
No doubt, it’s a fine balance between those two elements and I think it varies between
riders as to which side of the line they sit on. I try to be as calculated as possible about my
runs. It’s undoubtedly dangerous what we’re doing and you’re facing many uncontrollable
elements. This is why the face inspection and use of visualisation is crucial in our decisionmaking
process as to where we’re going to ski in our runs.
The event you are most stoked with in the last 12 months and why?
I was most stoked with the final stop of this year’s Freeride World Tour in Verbier,
Switzerland. The ‘Bec De Rosses’ is by far the most intimidating and consequential face
that we ski on the Freeride World Tour. Having gone to Verbier in 2023 and not been able
to attempt that run only left the idea, quietly percolating away in the back of my mind. When
we arrived this season and I saw the face, the nerves immediately kicked in, knowing
that’s the run that I was most likely going to try and put down. There’s a significant amount
of sharp rocks below the ‘Hollywood Cliff’ making it a feature you really don’t want to crash
on and therefore, the reason why nobody had done a 360 on it yet. That run demanded a
lot from me mentally and is ultimately why it was the most rewarding event of my season.
Not to mention, ending up on the podium for that run is always a nice icing on the cake.
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“I’VE ALWAYS TRIED TO STAY TRUE TO
WHERE MY PASSION IS STRONGEST IN
SKIING. RIGHT NOW, THAT LIES WITHIN THE
BACKCOUNTRY, TRYING MY BEST TO ADAPT
FREESTYLE TRICKS TO NATURAL TERRAIN
AND INCORPORATING THEM INTO LINES.”
What now seeing you seem spread over a range of disciplines what is your
favourite – why and where do you see the most grow options?
I’ve always tried to stay true to where my passion is strongest in skiing. Right now, that
lies within the backcountry, trying my best to adapt freestyle tricks to natural terrain and
incorporating them into lines. I’m really enjoying the direction I’m going with my skiing and
the people I’m surrounded by in the process. I just want to continue learning and growing
in all aspects of backcountry riding from avalanche safety to building jumps. The limits
are pretty endless in the backcountry and I’m motivated to bring a new approach to that
aspect of skiing.
Year on year, back-to-back winter – how do you deal with burnout and fatigue or
are you simply having too much fun?
Going back to that last question, I think staying true to where your passion is strongest, is
the best way to sustain longevity without burning out. I love what I do, every day. As I’ve
gotten older, I’ve realised how many people in this world don’t get to do that and therefore,
what a privilege it is. As long as I continue to love it, I think I’ll keep chasing this type of
lifestyle.
I am not gonna say you make it look easy because it never looks easy – but how
much training goes into make those runs successful?
I think it takes a lifetime of training and I’m still just learning. When I was competing more
in Slopestyle and Big Air, the runs that we were doing, were very trained, almost like a
routine in a way. I find the runs I’m doing now in Freeride, force me to rely on all of the skills
that I’ve accumulated during my time on skis. You can’t practice or train the runs in the
same way that you’d do with a slopestyle course which means you have to be adaptable
and be prepared for any type of condition/terrain. That layer of unknown is what makes it
so hard but also so rewarding when everything comes together.
If you are not on the snow are you running, at the gym, trampolining, pogo stick?
When I’m not in the mountains, most of my time is spent at the beach. I love to surf in
between winters and find it a nice contrast to the ski life. When I’m back home in Wanaka,
I also love to trail run, skateboard, and mountain bike.
What is on the card for 2024 – 2025 are we going to see you back in NZ?
I plan to return to NZ in late July for the Southern Hemisphere Winter. I’ve got some
filming to do with my sponsors around home in Wanaka. I’ll then head to the USA to do a
film tour with the Matchstick Productions crew. As for 24/25 season, my plans aren’t set
yet. We’ll see…
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“I FIND THE RUNS
I’M DOING NOW
IN FREERIDE,
FORCE ME TO RELY
ON ALL OF THE
SKILLS THAT I’VE
ACCUMULATED
DURING MY TIME
ON SKIS”
Image by J. Bernard Supplied FWT - location Verbier
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EILEEN GU
SPORTSWOMAN, FASHION MODEL AND SCHOLAR
Eileen Gu has been named as the Laureus World Action Sportsperson of the
Year after she came away from the 2022 Winter Olympic Games with two
golds and a silver medal as well as chalking up impressive victories on the FIS
Freestyle World Cup circuit.
The 19-year-old became the first athlete to win three medals in freestyle skiing at
a single Games when she was victorious in both the halfpipe and big air Beijing
events while her FIS World Cup wins included a memorable one for a perfect
record across four rounds of a halfpipe competition.
Gu posted on Instagram: "As the first freeskier to ever win this prestigious
award, I hope to share this moment with all those involved with the sport
and the industry. Knowing that young people have the power and responsibility
to change the world, I want more kids (especially girls & multiracial youth!) to see
representation growing and know there is a place for them here."
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Eileen Gu competes during Women’s Ski Halfpipe at the Toyota US Grand Prix in Mammoth Mountain, California, USA. Image by Christian Pondella / Red Bull Content Pool
“EILEEN IS NOW STUDYING
QUANTUM PHYSICS AT
STANFORD UNIVERSITY
WHILE TRAINING FOR THE
2024 SEASON”
Eileen Gu , model and scholar.
Image by Joseph Roby / Red Bull Content Pool
After winning a 2018–19 FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup slopestyle event for the
USA, Gu switched nationality to China and broke through further when she won
two golds and one silver medal at the 2020 Winter Youth Olympics in Lausanne
across big air, halfpipe and slopestyle respectively.
Two 2019–2020 FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup victories soon followed as she
went on to grab 2021 Winter X Games and 2021 World Championship golds
in halfpipe, superpipe and slopestyle, the latter event even more remarkable
as she competed without poles for the first time in her career to triumph after
fracturing a finger and tearing the UCL in her thumb.
At the time, the then 17-year-old said: "I thought I wasn't going to make it 2 / 2
and then I ended up winning in the finals. It threw me off mentally not having
poles. It’s something that’s taken me a minute to get used to, but now that we’re
past this event, we can safely say I’ve adapted.”
Gu landed the world's first female Double Cork 1440 at the Stubai Prime Park
Sessions in November 2021 and opened the 2021-2022 FIS World Cup with
three December wins in big air and halfpipe, then banked two January 2022
halfpipe wins in Calgary and Mammoth Mountain.
It was her star turn on home snow that truly put her on the global map as she
dealt with the host nation pressure to win two Beijing golds and slopestyle silver
- a feat which saw her win the 2022 Best Breakthrough Athlete and Best Female
Action Sports Athlete ESPY Awards.
After winning two FIS Freestyle World Cup halfpipe events in January 2023, Gu
suffered a bad MCL strain, ACL strain and a bone bruise in training which saw
her withdraw from the Winter X Games.
Fashion model Gu is now studying quantum physics at Stanford University in
the USA as well as undergoing rehabilitation for her injuries so she can compete
when the 2024 season starts this year.
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Kiwi, Marke Dickson, at home in the mountains
MARKE DICKSON
A WINTER AT NORTH AMERICA’S EASTERN MOST SKI RESORT
Marke Dickson grew up in that hotbed of
southern skiing, Gore, drawing trail maps of
imaginary ski areas with colour pencils in his
bedroom (even though he had never skied).
His first job in the industry was at Cardrona
in the days before the clock tower. 31 years
later and well past the mid-station of his
chairlift ride, Dickson has visited more than
100 resorts and worked on snow in Australia,
the United States, and in British Columbia at
must-visit mountains like Panorama and Sun
Peaks.
Career highlights include having a beer with
Eddie the Eagle and designing a real resort
trail map with the legendary American artist,
Jim Niehues.
Recently Marke spent a winter at North
America’s eastern most ski resort, White Hills.
Marke tells the story.
When interviewing for a role at White Hills Resort, as far east in Canada as you can
get, I assured the panel that New Zealanders know plenty about running a ski area in
challenging weather conditions. Wind. Ice. Rain after one metre of fresh. No sweat.
Months later and two days before the lifts were scheduled to spin for the season,
meteorologists warned of freezing drizzle and significant ice accretion. Accretion,
there’s a word I hadn’t heard in a weather forecast before, but I figured that it would
be nothing compared to what they get on Ruapehu. No sweat.
“Yeti stick. B’y, what’s a yeti stick?” Both Newfoundlanders and Kiwis are known for
their colourful additions to the English language, and once again the resort crew
found itself in the middle of a communication breakdown. I pulled up a video from
Tūroa. “See, they give the chairs a couple of whacks with a pick handle and the ice
just peels off. We can’t wait for a thaw, so let’s try it.”
I quickly learned that freezing drizzle is a formidable foe, slowly but steadily locking
down roads, towns, and anything else that moves in Atlantic Canada. This wasn’t
brittle rime from the Tasman. This was the kind of see-through ice that you chip off a
block, with considerable effort, and drop in a margarita.
After 14 hours, several broken yeti sticks, and exhausted arms and hands, the
resort’s one chairlift was clear and ready for operation.
Skiing and riding is not something people in this part of the world take for granted. The
Rock, as the island of Newfoundland and Labrador is known, is not much smaller
than the South Island and at a similar latitude, yet there are only two lift-serviced
resorts. Marble Mountain arguably offers the best terrain and snow on the east coast.
White Hills Resort is more than 500km from Marble, closer to the United Kingdom
than British Columbia, and it’s where I found myself this opening day.
Think of White Hills as a rock on the Rock, and a burly one at that. The base sits at
200 metres above sea level, a mere nine-minute drive from the beach in Clarenville.
From the 356-metre summit there’s a choice of 29 trails. The black diamonds are
rough and tough; blues and greens are groomed like the best you’ll see. No matter
which line you take it’s always a quick run down but for some reason the novelty never
wears off. Perhaps that’s because it feels like a treat, something you do against the
odds. I suspect the same is true at places like Cape Smokey in Nova Scotia, Crabbe
Mountain in New Brunswick, or Tukino and Awakino in Aotearoa. Collecting a ticket
from any of these hills is an achievement.
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Outports like Salvage dot the coast and
are easy to visit in winter
Altitude doesn’t limit attitude at ski areas in Newfoundland and Labrador
“I ASSURED THE
PANEL THAT NEW
ZEALANDERS
KNOW PLENTY
ABOUT RUNNING
A SKI AREA IN
CHALLENGING
WEATHER
CONDITIONS.
WIND. ICE. RAIN
AFTER ONE METRE
OF FRESH. NO
SWEAT.”
Huge views and fun lines from the 356-metre summit
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Yeti sticks aren’t much of a match for the ice in
these parts
A classic Atlantic Nor’easter dumped 56cm in less
than a day
Digging out after another Nor’easter
From first chair to the last, always happy to be out
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Jason lined up for the first chair of 2024
with a couple of hundred others. Opening
was late, one and a half hours late due to
continuing ice build-up, stuck sheaves,
safety circuit faults; all the things that lift
mechanics hate. None of this worried the
crowd though. “It’s Newfoundland, it is
what it is,” was their usual response to the
precipitation of the day.
Like New Zealand’s club fields, a small army
of volunteers prepares the resort for winter
in return for a season pass. Jason and his
b’ys spent their autumn weekends clearing
brush and vegetation from trails, to improve
the chances of actually skiing them. These
days the snow just doesn’t fall like it used to.
Television, radio, and print journalists, are
on the case. Unusual weather and stories
of climate-related struggle make great news
but none of the headlines hold the local
ski community back. No matter what the
weather, no matter the snow conditions,
they turn up each day in their hundreds,
some protected from the elements by highvisibility
outerwear meant for work on oil rigs
and fishing boats. “Just happy to be out,”
was always the mantra.
I heard “happy to help” just as often. Early
one night, the snow grooming fleet of
two well-travelled machines broke down,
almost at the same moment. The prospect
of another closed day resulted in a call to
the local Nordic club, who maintain an
outstanding trail network on the edge of
town. Within minutes downhill slopes were
being tilled by a small cat designed to set
classic cross-country tracks deep in the
forest. There’s a bit of the Number 8 wire
mentality in Newfoundlanders too.
The beating heart of most community ski
areas can be found in the bar, and at White
Hills it’s called Tips Up. Photo albums in
a bookcase tell the tale of 34-years of
endeavour and Carm has been there for
every one of them. Locals know that tables
nearby are reserved for former owners
and managers, but with a glass of rum or
an East Coast IPA in hand, I was always
offered a seat and told the stories behind
the pictures.
Like when a guest from St. John’s returned
their snowboard gear to rentals at the end
of the day. “How was it,” the shop manager
enthusiastically asked. “Best day ever,” the
rider responded, “but one of my feet hurts
bad, really bad.” Then, they handed back…
two, left, boots.
That sums up the winter of 2024 in
Newfoundland and Labrador perfectly. At
the end of the season, when unbuckling
for the last time, any discomfort quickly
subsided and memories jumped to blue sky,
the glistening inlets of the Atlantic Ocean,
and chairlift rides with some of the most
welcoming people in the world of snow.
No matter what the weather, persistence
and optimism comes easy when your
community of skiers and riders is just happy
to be out.

Earning your turns;
about to ski off
Mt Rolleston, Arthur’s
Pass National Park,
New Zealand.
Photo by Tom Hoyle.
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SKIING & BOARDING ACROSS CANADA
Words by Phil Clark - Mad About Travel!
How to decide which resort to ski in Canada?
The age old question! There are soooo many resorts in
Canada to choose from! When you look at their websites,
they all have awesome snow, ski in ski out accommodation,
great for families, couples etc etc. But do they?
After spending the last 10 years helping my clients pick
the best ski resort for them I can categorically say that all
the resorts in Canada are quite different and suit different
people!
Best for Beginner/Intermediate skiers and families:
All resorts have beginner terrain. But some are better
than others and have extensive wide open blue cruisers
which are perfect for building confidence and perfecting
technique. They also have lifts which promote natural
progression to harder terrain, yet have easy runs off them.
SUN PEAKS The famous 5 mile green run from the top of
the mountain gives you 5 miles of wide groomed goodness
with options of harder runs of every length running next to it.
The village is large enough to give a variety of dining and
entertainment options, yet small enough to feel like a
mountain village. With a new lift accessing some seriously
advanced powder tree skiing, Sun Peaks has terrain to
keep powder hounds happy too. It is a resort for everyone!
Mad Tip – Don’t miss the morning tea cinnamon buns at
the Sun Burst cafe
BIG WHITE Has a green run off the top of every chairlift as
well as acres and acres of blue terrain. It even has a 7.2 km
long “Kalina’s rainbow” blue run down to Gem lake.
Known for its cruise the blues program (where kids can get
a badge for every blue run skied) and its amazing apres ski
program for families. Big White has some really, really nice
accommodation options as well as some really affordable
options.
Mad Tip – Check out the retro ski art on some of the local
cabins at Big White.
Best for intermediate/advanced skiers and families (as
well as beginners)
These resorts have lots of great intermediate terrain and
have some seriously spicy runs to keep the die hard
steep skier entertained. They also have really good family
facilities, great apres ski and fantastic accommodation.
SILVERSTAR Nestled in the trees above the Okanagan
valley, this ski in, ski out resort has a huge front face of
glades and blue groomers, plus a seriously legit back bowl
area of double black diamond terrain and steep bump runs.
The village is quaint and old school, with a fantastic range
of accommodation. There is one pub and a few restaurants
and the locals are incredibly friendly.
Mad Tip - Make sure you head to Bugaboos Bakery for an
awesome breakfast and the best coffee on the mountain.
PANORAMA Located right in the middle of “The valley
of 1000 Peaks”, you can’t beat the scenery or the rocky
mountain snow. Panorama has a cat or hike accessed back
bowl as well as an extensive front face of blue groomers.
One of the best “bang for buck” ski resorts in Canada if
you book early, with large discounts on accommodation
and lift passes. Panorama is also a true family resort with
great accommodation, a nice pub, apres ski activities and
hot pools!
Mad Tip – If there’s no snow “Go Heli-skiing” with RK heli
skiing operating straight out of the resort.
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Panorama Mountain Resort - Image by Matt Tuffs

RED MOUNTAIN Right in between the Okanagan
Valley and the Selkirk mountains, Red is a huge resort
which feels like a club mountain. Locally owned and
operated you will get to know the coffee guy by name
by the end of your week here. The mountain has some
seriously steep offpiste terrain as well as some fantastic
runs which you can just continually lap.
Big Red Cats operate straight out of the resort, about
half the price of heli-skiing, this is an awesome option if
you want a powder fix.
Mad Tip – Check out Rossland in the evening for some
quirky bars and restaurants.
WHISTLER BLACKCOMB The legendary Whistler is
a great place to ski with older kids. It has a huge range
of terrain including the awesome Blackcomb glacier
and incredible lift access meaning you can get from
Creekside to the Glacier in just four lifts.
One of the best things about Whistler is the activities
and nightlife in the village. Ziplining, spa treatments,
heli skiing, shopping trips to Vancouver, beautiful hotels,
Whistler has it all.
Mad Tip – if you want a quieter ski in, ski out experience
at Whistler, stay in Creekside.
Best for powder hounds / groups of friends
FERNIE Propped in the rockies on the edge of the great
prairie plain in Canada Fernie gets some incredible
snow. With 6 bowls of incredible terrain Fernie has
everything from epic steeps to smooth cruisers. The ski
in, ski out village at the resort is compact and has just
enough pubs and restaurants to keep you entertained,
but the real life happens 15 minutes down the road in
the eclectic town of Fernie.
Mad tip – Head to Kimberley ski resort for a day trip.
Just 40 minutes away and on the same lift pass, its
worth a look!
REVELSTOKE Steep and Deep describes Revelstoke
perfectly. A steep long fast front face with some amazing
gladed offpiste tree skiing, this is a serious skiers
mountain! The lifts are so fast you barely get time for a
rest between laps. Once you’ve had your powder day
join Selkirk Tangiers heliski for a day of Big Mountain
skiing using a Bell 212 “Huey” as a ski lift.
Accommodation is in a beautiful hotel at the base of the
mountain and the historic town of Revelstoke is just 10
minutes way.
Mad Tip – Revelstoke combines really well with
Silverstar, Red Mountain or Whitewater if you want to
do a road trip.
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Red Mountain - Image by R Flett

Whitewater Ski Resort
WHITEWATER Hidden in the depths of the Columbia river valley
lies the town of Nelson. Just up the road in a small valley (which
seems to attract more than its fair share of powder) is Whitewater
ski resort. Consisting of a day lodge and three elderly fixed grip
chairlifts which access some of the best offpiste powder skiing
in Canada.
Mad Tip – White water is an awesome resort to hit on a powder
day from Red, make sure you get there early!
KICKING HORSE Situated in between the Selkirk mountains
and the Canadian Rockies Kicking Horse has a long gondola
and two short chairs. You can do long laps or short laps of steep
deep powder bowls. You go there to ski! On mountain are three
lodges, a pub and a restaurant. There isn’t much to distract you
from the awesome skiing!
There is a heli / cat ski operator just up the road if the resort isn’t
giving you enough freshies.
Mad Tip – head up to Eagles Rest restaurant for lunch at over
2500m elevation. If you stay the night you get the services of a
butler
BANFF Old school village, mad hotels, and three amazing
resorts to hit on one ski pass sums up Banff. Some of the best
spring skiing I have had has been at Norquay, Sunshine and
Lake Louise. Right in the centre of the Canadian Rockies and
Banff National park, the wild life is intense. You will see wolves on
the valley lakes, caribou, deer, squirrels and all kinds of critters
right through the town of Banff and on the way to the ski resorts.
A real town, Banff has fantastic shopping, restaurants and the
skiing is awesome!
Mad Tip – For the best experience stay in the Hogwarts style
castle Fairmont Banff Springs, or the French style Fairmont
Chateau Lake Louise, or both!
You may have noticed that as we’ve gone through the list of ski
resorts, the further east we go the harder the resorts become.
This relates directly to the mountains! On the coast near Vancouver
the coastal mountains including Whistler are jagged and high,
then become more rolling through the Monashee’s/Okanagan
valley (Sun Peaks, Silverstar, Big White), as we approach the
Selkirks they become higher and steeper again(Red mountain,
Revelstoke). Once past the Selkirks we hit the Columbia River
Valley (valley of 1000 Peaks) (Kicking Horse, Panorama). Finally
we hit the Canadian Rockies proper (Fernie, Banff) after this the
great Canadian Prairie takes us to flat lands for about 1000km.
Once you have the lie of the land choosing a resort is much
easier, but you simply can’t beat the unbiased advice of someone
who has skied them all! Someone has to do it!
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SUN PEAKS, BC
The main access to Sun Peaks is via the airport at
Kamloops but we were roadtripping from Kelowna and
were now free to drive ourselves east towards Calgary
and anywhere else we chose in between. There are
copious ski fields to choose from along the snowcovered
road, and Sun Peaks was one to remember!
Sun Peaks is the second largest ski area behind
Whistler, with a sprawling 4,270 skiable acres (that is
1728 hectares). With nine major hotels and over twenty
restaurants, it still manages to retain a feeling of a quaint
mountain village. Sun Peaks has a real family-friendly
intimate feel about it.
We had spent two weeks in Sun Peaks just before the
world was shut down from the global pandemic and we
experienced two weeks of excellent skiing and loads of
sunshine.
The resort is made up of three mountain peaks.
Sundance offers more mellow-groomed runs for
beginners and intermediate skiers whereas Todd
Mountain has more advanced terrain with open bowls,
gladed runs and long groomers. Mt Morrisey faces
north (the cold side in the northern hemisphere) so this
offers great skiing during spring as the snow holds well
during the warmer months.
What is memorable about Sun Peaks is the longgroomed
runs and the fact that no matter where you
are on the mountain, there was always a green, blue or
black line down. There is a green run called “5 mile” (5
miles) that is so perfectly groomed you could ski it with
your eyes closed. As wide as the length of a football
field, it seems to go on forever. Sun Peaks caters for
everyone, from advanced to beginners and the way
the mountain has been laid out with consideration for
all levels of ability, those with differing capability can ski
together all day.
HIGHLIGHTS FROM SUN PEAKS
• Sun Peaks fondue night, is something not to be
missed. Once (or sometimes twice) per week you
can take the Sunburst Chair to the Sunburst Bar
and eatery. Dressed in your ski gear you enjoy
a delicous fondue experience, before you get to
ski or snowboard down, in the dark. The freshly
groomed 5 Mile run is the way down, with the help
of a head torch and a guide. Or simply turn off the
head torch and let the moonlight guide you down.
• This seems odd, and I am not a foody, but once
you have tasted the cinnamon buns at Sunburst
Bar and eatery, you will be spoilt. They are ready
each morning and you can tell when by the length
of the queue. They are truly to die for. Whether it’s
the quality of the baking or simply the location, they
are truly unique.
BY THE
NUMBERS...
600
The annual snowfall in cm.
4,270
Acres of skiable terrain
139
The number of named runs
10% beginners | 58% intermediate |
32% expert / extreme
13
The number of lifts
8The length, in kilometres,
of longest run
1,255
The height of the village
above sea level in metres
882
The vertical drop in metres
Nancy Greene, a Sun Peaks icon
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Above and below: The many faces of Sun Peaks - images supplied
• Getting to Sun Peaks is easy and once your
car is parked you won’t need it for the rest
of your time here. Enjoy easy lift access
by staying in the ski in, ski out, ski through
village or find another ski-in ski-out location
in the quiet surrounding hills. All three of
our mountains flow back into the village,
making it easy to get back to your hotel or
your favourite après spot once you’re done
on the slopes.
• Other Activities: Snowshoeing, dog
sledding, ice fishing, fat biking, ice skating,
snowmobiling, hockey and more.
• Favourite Run: If you are looking for
perfect grooming it’s hard to look past 5
mile. However, with two weeks of sunshine,
we kept returning to CC Riders on Morrisey,
it offered great snow conditions and an
entertaining terrain.
Below: The crew in Sun Peaks, 2019, with
Morrisey visable in the background
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Leave the the crowds behind.
Sun Peaks. Where you belong.
Canada’s 2nd 2nd Largest Ski Ski Area Area
www.sunpeaksresort.com

BIG WHITE, BC
As a seasoned journalist and the familiar face
of 9News Sydney’s weather forecasts, Amber
Sherlock has carved tracks through many of
the world’s premier ski resorts. Despite her
extensive experience, the allure of Big White Ski
Resort in British Columbia, a favourite among
her fellow Australians, remained a captivating
mystery. This year, driven by curiosity, Amber
and her family embarked on a snowy adventure
to uncover the charm of Big White—and they
were not disappointed!
Everything for the family
• As well as being regulars on the NSW ski
fields, we have also skied at other resorts in
Canada, the US and Japan. I was curious
as to why so many Australians have a love
affair with Big White, and after ten days, it’s
safe to say I worked it out!
• The first thing that struck me was the
relative ease to get there. After a flight
from Sydney to Vancouver, it was a short
domestic flight to Kelowna before a Big
White Shuttle greeted us.
• First impressions
• When we woke up and looked out the
window the next morning, we were
awestruck. The town centre was literally
a snowball throw away and we could
see visitors make their way to their
morning coffee and ski lesson from our
accommodation. This was ski-in, ski-out in
the true sense of the word.
No line-ups
• The first morning, we made our way
to the hire centre and were greeted by
knowledgeable staff who fitted us out
with impressively high-quality equipment.
It’s also worth noting we didn’t even have
to queue – this became a theme of the
holiday! We skied on to nearly every lift
without having to queue. Despite being
Australian school holidays, we rarely had
to queue to get on a chairlift, and restaurant
bookings were easy.
• The mountain is very user-friendly in that
all the runs lead back to the village. When
you are skiing with kids, it is very reassuring
that they are unlikely to get lost.
Legendary Champagne Powder
• We managed to time our arrival with a
snowstorm, and it continued to snow
nearly every day. Honestly, I skied some of
the best powder I’ve ever seen.
BY THE NUMBERS
750
Centimetres of snow that blanket
the resort each year. Big White’s
slogan, “It’s the Snow,” truly
reflects its exceptional conditions.
Annually, over 7.5 meters of dry, fluffy snow,
affectionately known as “Okanagan Champagne
Powder,” falls at the resort. The Okanagan
climate produces this light, powdery snow,
creating the iconic snow-covered trees or “snow
ghosts,” perfect for awe-inspiring photos to share
with friends back home in New Zealand.
0
Car rentals necessary. Big White Ski
Resort is Canada’s largest totally ski-in,
ski-out resort village. Convenient airport
shuttles are available to transport you
directly to your accommodation.
16
Lifts, including gondolas and
magic carpets, servicing the
mountain. With Canada’s secondlargest
lift system, Big White
ensures minimal wait times and maximized
slope time. Every lift provides access to a
green run, making the mountain accessible for
families of all skill levels to explore together.
7,355
Total acreage of the
resort. Surpassing
the combined size of
Australia’s five largest
ski resorts, Big White spans 7,355 acres, with
2,765 acres of patrolled terrain. The resort
boasts 119 named runs, catering to various
skill levels: 18% beginner, 54% intermediate,
22% expert, and 6% extreme.
7.2
Kilometres of Big White’s longest
run. For a thrilling experience, try
Around the World, the resort’s
longest run. Start your journey
from the top by taking the Alpine T-Bar, then
follow Whitefoot Trail to Powder Bowl, Blue
Sapphire, and Ogo Slow, eventually reaching
the base of Gem Lake.
32
Acres of terrain available for night
skiing. Big White offers the largest
night skiing area in Western
Canada, with three operational lifts,
including the TELUS Park terrain park chairlift.
Metres above sea level
at the Village. Big White
1,755 Village sits nearly five
times higher than New
Zealand’s average elevation of 388 meters.
Enjoy various activities like sushi dining, ice
skating, tubing, or dog sledding, all while being
surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.
-5
- Average daily temperature in
Celsius. The resort’s comfortable
average temperature allows you to
enjoy the snow without extreme cold.
On colder days, layering up is essential. Visitors
might also experience a temperature inversion,
where cold air is trapped below a layer of warm
air, creating stunning cloud formations visible
from higher elevations.
Snow Ghosts
Family friendly
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Big White - Image by Geoff Holman
Lessons and beyond skiing
• While both my kids are proficient skiers, they
had a couple of days of lessons to brush up
on their skills. The lesson size was very small;
both children only had three other people, which
allowed them to get the most out of the time.
• But we didn’t just ski. We also took the
opportunity to check out the tubing park, which
the kids loved. We also tried ice hockey – which
is much harder than it looks! Big White has its
own ice rink; you can rent skates and a hockey
stick to give it a go.
Final thoughts
• Would I go back? Most definitely. It was an
easy-to-navigate resort for a family, with
great snow, reasonable prices, and plenty of
accommodation to choose from. It has a smaller
resort vibe with friendly staff, a beautiful village,
a great ski school, and epic snow.
Big White at night - Image by Big White Ski Resort
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CLUB MED SAHORO
JAPAN
Less than two hours from New Chitose Airport, Club Med
Sahoro is situated in southern Central Hokkaido, 167
km east of Sapporo and 130 km from the airport. The
resort offers a stark contrast to the bustling city life of
Tokyo, providing a tranquil and welcoming atmosphere.
Located partway up the mountain, Club Med Sahoro is a
ski-in, ski-out resort with access to lifts via beginner trails
winding through picturesque woods.
Upon arrival, guests are greeted by the resort team,
known as Gentil Organisateurs (G.O.s), whose role is
to ensure guests are entertained with various programs
and activities. Our G.O. was a fellow New Zealander from
Nelson, excited to meet someone from her home country,
as Kiwis are not a common presence at the resort. The
welcoming and all-inclusive nature of Club Med was
a pleasant surprise, showing that this mentality often
means Kiwis miss out on the unique experience Club
Med offers.
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Previous page: Fresh pow at Sahoro Club Med
Above: Home run to Sahoro Club Med
Right: Skiing the trees off the Sahoro Express
BY THE
NUMBERS...
610
Vertical drop
1,060
Elevation
21
The number of named runs
30% beginners | 40% intermediate |
30% expert / extreme
8The number of lifts
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After an orientation, we enjoyed
complimentary drinks at the bar, an
introduction to the "Club Med" lifestyle.
The following morning, we eagerly
explored the slopes, starting with the
Sahoro Express lift, which operates only
on weekends. Despite less-than-ideal
snow conditions, we found pockets of
powder and challenging terrain.
One of the highlights of Club Med skiing
is the convenience of skiing back to
the resort for lunch, storing your boots
in a locker, and enjoying a meal before
returning to the slopes. The resort's
efficient system includes a wristband
providing access to rooms and ski
lockers, simplifying the skiing experience.
Club Med offers an all-inclusive package
that covers accommodation, lift passes,
ski hire, meals, beverages, and lessons.
It also includes children's programs and
childcare, allowing parents to enjoy their
time on the slopes. We met several
families who found the all-inclusive nature
of Club Med a game-changer, as their
children were well-cared for and happy.
Sahoro Ski Resort features 610 meters
of vertical drop (420-1,030m) and 21
marked runs, all below the treeline. The
lift system includes a gondola, three highspeed
quads, and five other lifts. The
resort caters to various skill levels with
trails for beginners, intermediates, and
advanced skiers. Off-piste skiing is also
available, with Club Med offering tree
skiing lessons.
While Japan is renowned for its dry
powder, we experienced warm weather
during our visit, resulting in less-thanideal
snow conditions but plenty of
sunshine. Despite this, we made the
most of the available terrain and enjoyed
guided lessons, enhancing our skiing
skills significantly.
The resort's instructors, like our
knowledgeable Scottish instructor
Craig, were exceptional and provided
invaluable lessons. Instructors and G.O.s
also participate in evening entertainment,
creating a vibrant and interactive
environment for guests.
Club Med Sahoro is a self-contained
resort with no nearby village, restaurants,
or shops, although a taxi ride to Shintoku
is an option. The all-inclusive nature of the
resort ensures a hassle-free experience,
with every aspect of the holiday
meticulously planned and executed.
Overall, Club Med Sahoro excels in
providing a family-friendly, interactive,
and engaging skiing experience. The
resort fosters a sense of community,
encouraging guests to socialize and
form lasting friendships. Embracing the
Club Med experience enhanced our trip,
proving that the people you meet often
define the quality of your travels.

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HELISKIING
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
A comprehensive guide on what to look for in a top-quality heli-ski company, designed to
empower you to make informed decisions and embark on the ski trip of a lifetime.
Imagine soaring over untouched mountaintops, heart pounding with adrenaline, as you
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many heli-ski companies vying for your attention, how do you determine which one offers the
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Selecting an ideal heli-ski company is undoubtedly an essential part of planning your adventure.
In this guide, we will explore key indicators of a top-quality heli-ski company, including safety
protocols, reputation and experience, commitment to environmental responsibility, diversity of
available terrains, customization of experiences, and transparent pricing and policies.

Above: Turkey Heliski, Turkey
Right: Skeena Heliskiing, BC, Canada
1. Prioritizing safety above everything else.
When seeking out a top-class heli-ski company, safety should be
your main priority. Opt for a firm that showcases an unblemished
safety record, maintains helicopters, and employs guides certified
by recognized organizations such as the International Federation of
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that guides have undergone rigorous training and evaluation to
ensure their competence in leading heli-ski adventures. Exceptional
heli-ski providers place safety at the top of their list, complying
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truly memorable if it is safe!
2. The importance of reputation and experience.
When considering a potential heli-ski company, its reputation is
often an indicator of a longstanding commitment to customer
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of delivering remarkable experiences. Essential tools, such as
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heli-ski operator's longevity in the industry can also speak volumes.
Companies with years or even decades in the business generally
have a deep understanding of the terrain, weather patterns, and
safety precautions. Opting for a heli-ski company with a shining
reputation and rich experience not only guarantees an unforgettable
adventure but also provides you with the confidence that you're in
knowledgeable and capable hands.
3. Choosing an Environmentally Responsible Operator.
In our role as caretakers of the environment, it's vital to choose
heli-ski companies that prioritize environmental sustainability.
Look for companies that make concerted efforts to minimize
their environmental impact through eco-friendly practices, and
show support to local conservation initiatives. An environmentally
responsible heli-ski trip will allow you to indulge in the thrill of the
experience guilt-free, knowing your adventure has not detrimentally
impacted the natural landscapes you've come to appreciate.
4. Finding diversity in terrain and tailored experiences.
Heli-skiers come with varied preferences and skill levels, hence
the need for a company that provides a wide range of terrain and
custom-tailored experiences. Whether your adventure craving leans
more towards steep chutes, open bowls, or pristine glades, ensure
you choose a company that can cater to your specific interests and
abilities. A company that tailors its services can offer all skiers their
ideal heli-ski adventure, whatever their level of expertise or unique
desires.
5. Transparency in pricing and policies.
Heli-skiing can be an expensive adventure and understanding a
company’s pricing and relevant policies is essential to avoid any
unpleasant surprises. Choose a company that's upfront about
what its packages entail, any hidden or additional fees, and its
cancellation or refund policies. With transparent pricing and policies,
you can confidently reserve your heli-ski adventure, knowing what
to expect and how to manage any potential unforeseen challenges.
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Mount Cook Heliski, Southern Alps, NZ
6. Heliski International - a gateway to
unforgettable heli-ski adventures.
Heliski International is a premier heli-ski
marketplace, curating a selection of the
most thrilling experiences worldwide. With a
commitment to safety and excellence, it has
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It takes pride in its user-friendly platform that allows
adventurers to compare different operators based
on factors such as years in the industry, verticals
included, and terrain offerings. This intuitive
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Selecting the right heli-ski company is like choosing
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have a safe, memorable, and adrenaline-fueled
experience, tailored precisely to your expectations.
Have a safe and thrilling heli-ski trip!
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REGIONS: SOUTH ISLAND
NEW ZEALAND
CANTERBURY
THE FIELDS LESS TRAVELLED BY
Castle Hill
Canterbury’s ski areas offer a delightful spread
for who want to ski hard and those who prefer
a leisurely pace on scenic slopes. Dive into the
central southern fields and explore a terrain
less travelled.
Mt Lyford: Nestled in the northernmost part of
Canterbury and basking in late winter sun, Mt
Lyford is a family-run gem catering to all skill
levels. Ideal for groups with mixed abilities, this
resort features 'Learner Lift Passes' that can
be easily upgraded to 'All Lifts' passes. Stick to
the right of the Cloudy T-Bar 'Back Run' for a
wide-open ridge face descending back to the
T-Bar. Capture a selfie with the iconic yellow
truck before you leave.
Mt Hutt: This renowned resort, voted NZ’s
best ski resort from 2015 to 2021, offers
spectacular skiing. Head to the Summit Six
chairlift and drop into Morning Glory off the cat
track. Broadway’s wide groomer is perfect for
fast laps to the base area. Enjoy panoramic
views of the Canterbury Plains and the Pacific
Ocean on a clear day.
Porters Alpine Resort: Just an hour from
Christchurch, Porters Alpine Resort combines
a chairlift and T-bars. From the base, you can
see two thrilling slopes accessible from the top
T-Bar. Big Mama boasts a 620-meter vertical
drop and an open face perfect for big turns.
Bluff Face, which stays shaded early in the
season, keeps its snow cold and inviting. On
a good day, the wind-blown snow fills in as
you ski, offering soft, fresh tracks. Beginners
will love the well-groomed Sundance Basin,
accessible via the Sundance T-Bar or a longer
run through McNulty's Basin.
Craigieburn Valley Ski Area: Known as a
fully serviced backcountry experience with the
tagline ‘Ski the Big One’, Craigieburn features
the challenging Middle Basin chutes through
to Big Bend, offering a 600-meter vertical
descent. The steep, tight chutes open into a
fast-flowing basin with rolling troughs and mini
valleys. When conditions allow, hike out to
North Peak for more adventure.
Broken River: A Cantabrian club field, Broken
River features a wide-open basin leading to
Palmer Lodge. The snow is often forgiving,
making the terrain welcoming. Mastering the
rope tow is essential to fully enjoy what locals
call BR.
Cheeseman: Close to Otautahi, Cheeseman
is renowned for its family-friendly atmosphere,
with two T-bars and well-groomed terrain.
Skiers and snowboarders favour the right side
of the Main T-Bar. Don’t miss the fresh powder
and stunning views from the top of the Ridge
T-Bar and Tarn Basin.
Temple Basin: Located on the Main Divide,
Temple Basin offers the ultimate big mountain
experience. Hiking and skiing off the peaks is
a tradition among thrill-seekers. From the top
of Temple Col, enjoy the wide-open upper
Mingha Valley, a paradise for adventurous
skiers. Don’t miss the stunning views with Mt
Rolleston as a majestic backdrop.
Mt Olympus: Famous for its ski-in, ski-out
lodging, Mt Olympus is a playground for
thrill-seekers. Known for its sheltered aspect
and excellent spring skiing, this field, free of
groomers, offers fresh runs all day. With four
nutcrackers and steep terrain, it ensures a
quiet, crowd-free experience.
Fox Peak: In the Mackenzie district, atop the
Two Thumb range, lies Fox Peak. This lesserknown
delight offers uncrowded slopes and
a serene skiing experience. Take one of the
four rope tows or the platter lift to enjoy the
easy runs down Happy Valley, with the South
Canterbury plains as a stunning backdrop.
Experience the diverse and exhilarating ski
fields of Canterbury, where every run offers a
new adventure and unforgettable views.
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FABLE TERRACE DOWNS RESORT
Experience a truly one-of-a-kind getaway at Fable
Terrace Downs Resort, the high-country addition to
Fable Hotels and Resorts' portfolio of exceptional
accommodations. Surrounded by magnificent
mountain ranges, this high-country resort offers the
perfect balance of relaxation and adventure.
Located only an hour's drive from Christchurch
International Airport and a 25-minute drive to the
access road of Mt Hutt, Fable Terrace Downs Resort
is the perfect place to base yourself for your next
winter getaway.
Self-contained villas overlook alpine scenery from
your balcony. The spacious open plan living allows for
a home away from home feel, surrounded by some
of the South’s most breath-taking views. Fitted with
comfortable beds, luxury linen and high-quality guest
amenities, your stay allows for ultimate comfort. The
best part? Enjoy a long soak in your raised spa bath
after a long day on mountain.
In addition to golf, the resort offers a range of other
weather-permitting outdoor activities that are
enhanced by the beautiful landscape. Visitors can
try their hand at tennis, claybird shooting, archery, fly
fishing, and more. Don’t worry – bad weather means
you get to spend the day dining at The Clubhouse,
sitting fireside with a mulled wine, or simply cosying
up in your warm villa! There's something to cater to
everyone's interests and positions the resort as a
captivating year-round destination.
The Clubhouse Restaurant and Bar offers an
exceptional culinary journey, offering a delicious a la
carte menu that showcases how our talented chef’s
bring together the best of the regions flavours of
produce. Savour the stunning vistas from your table
or bask in the warm glow of the fireplace during chilly
weather. Furthermore, guests can partake in the
enticing drinks menu with ease, as a complimentary
shuttle service is available to assist with transportation
back to their villas.
The resort's one, two, and three-bedroom villas cater
to all traveller types. Whether guests are visiting for
a romantic getaway, family vacation or friend-group
ski trips, the versatility of the resort is unmatched.
Whether you’re staying for one night or ten, your fully
equipped kitchen and comfortable furnishings make
staying for an extended amount of time easy!
If you don't feel like hitting the slopes, there's a myriad
of activities visitors can try their hand at. One of the
resorts most outstanding features is the championship
18-hole golf course, ranked as one of the top 50 golf
courses in New Zealand by Australia Golf magazine.
Set amongst breath-taking alpine scenery, the green
is reason enough to stay and provides for the perfect
activity on a calm day.
Service is attentive yet unobtrusive, the benefit of
only having a handful of guests is the maximised
experience! Whether it's being served up your
preferred drink or recommended local activities and
establishments that are to your taste, the staff are
clearly passionate about their work.
Staying at Fable Terrace Downs Resort is an
experience in itself, far beyond just finding a lastminute
room for a night. The natural surroundings will
leave you breathless and you'll find yourself wanting
to extend your stay indefinitely. Whether you seek
adventure, relaxation, or a bit of both, venture and see
the best of what New Zealand has to offer.

Your alpine
adventure
FABLE TERRACE DOWNS RESORT.
Experience the ideal destination for the
upcoming ski season at Fable Terrace Downs
Resort. Just a quick 45-minute drive from
the Mount Hutt access road, our resort
offers an array of amenities including an
18-hole championship golf course, archery,
claybird shooting, and more. Adventure
awaits with biking, walking, and jet boating
along the Rakaia Gorge nearby. After an
action-packed day, relax in our comfortable
accommodations and savour delicious
cuisine at our onsite restaurant. Book your
stay now!
fablehotelsandresorts | 03 318 6943
623 Coleridge Road, Canterbury 7572

MACKENZIE COUNTRY
Nestled in the heart of the South
Island, the Mackenzie region
boasts some of the country's most
spectacular alpine landscapes,
making it a haven for ski enthusiasts
of all levels and one of New Zealand’s
best kept winter secrets.
The region has enjoyed some of the
country’s best powder conditions
over recent years and is home to
three family-owned ski fields, one
club field and an incredible array of
off-piste experiences. Located on
the main highway in the middle of
Christchurch and Queenstown, the
region is a relaxing alternative to
its busy neighbouring regions. And
whilst they can’t offer you a nightclub,
there are one billion stars on show
in the globally renowned dark sky
reserve.
The region consists of Fairlie, Lake
Tekapo, Aoraki/Mount Cook and
Twizel townships all within close
proximity to each other. All towns are
a short driving distance from at least
two of the skifields and if you stay
central, you have the choice of all.
There’s plenty of off-mountain
activities from hot pools to ice skating
to snow tube park, plus walking and
cycle trails galore. The region is
famous for its large array of stargazing
and astronomy experiences, and
winter is the best time for viewing
with clear, long night skies and the
galactic core right above.
A visit to the Mackenzie must include
at least a day trip to Aoraki/Mount
Cook National Park to see New
Zealand’s highest peak and largest
glacier – the impressive Tasman
Glacier. In winter you can even
ski the glacier with one of several
operators – the 8-10km run makes it
New Zealand’s longest.
Whether you're cruising down a
groomed trail or touring to a remote
backcountry bowl, you'll be treated to
breathtaking vistas at every turn.
Top to bottom: Beautiful MacKenzie Country
Dark Sky Project
Hooker Valley in winter
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Above: Mt Dobson
Left: Roundhill Ski Area
Mount Dobson
Just a short drive from Fairlie and Lake
Tekapo, Dobbo (as it’s affectionally known by
locals) offers uncrowded runs with plenty of
variety – the area boasts over 400 hectares
consisting of a big learner’s area and wideopen,
uncrowded runs with enough variety
to keep any ability interested. Seasoned
shredders will love the expansive skiable
terrain, impressive elevations and dry fluffy
snow. The views are epic and the relaxed
atmosphere of the family owned and operated
field makes this extra memorable.
Don’t forget to stop off at the Silvestream
Heritage Pub in Kimbell when visiting Mt
Dobson. It offers great food and brews
coupled with true kiwi hospitality. The country
pub is the place to head after a day on the
slopes and during the weekends bands will
have you on your feet.
www.mtdobson.co.nz
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Roundhill Ski Area
Roundhill Ski Area is approximately 45 minutes
drive from Tekapo, offering spectacular views
over the lake and out towards Aoraki/Mount
Cook.
The field offers plenty for skiers and boarders
of all levels, with lessons and rentals available.
There’s a large learners slope next to the
carpark, and wide intermediate slopes for
those ready to take the next step. The field is
known for its easy access road and carpark
right on the learners slope – it’s not uncommon
to see parents preparing the barbecue at the
car whilst watching the kids.
Roundhill also boasts the world longest and
steepest rope tow for the more adventurous
skiers. The vertical drop of 783m offers super
long natural half-pipes and chutes making for
skiing and riding at its best. A visit to the von
Brown hut overlooking Lake Tekapo is a must
when the legs start tiring – the views are to die
for and the local beer isn’t bad either.
www.roundhill.co.nz
Ōhau Snow Fields
Ōhau Snow Field is less than an hours drive
from Twizel and overlooks the spectacular
Lake Ōhau and out to Aoraki / Mount Cook
and the Southern Alps.
The mountain caters for all abilities, with
dedicated areas where learners can practices
without the intimidation from experienced
riders whizzing past. The double chair lift and
the wide flat slopes at the top of the mountain
enables most intermediates to cruise down
the Boulevard very comfortably.
For the more expert and advanced skiers,
theres plenty of off-piste terrain on offer, all
with exceptional views. If you are keen to
hike from the top you’ll find some of the best
powder snow and once again the views are
magnificent.
Ōhau Lodge is a must stop off – even if not
you’re not able to stay. It’s relaxed, old-school
‘quintessentially skiwi’ charm takes you back
in time but leaves you wanting more (and
booking ahead for next season… the lodge is
popular!). Sit by the fire, grab a pint, a meal
and enjoy genuine kiwi hospitality from the
owners and their team. This place will leave a
special place in your heart.
www.ohau.co.nz

Fun times at Ohau Snow Field
snowfields | lake Ōhau lodge
reservations@ohau.co.nz or (03) 4389 885 | www.ohau.co.nz

If you are wishing to get off the beaten track even more, try
one of these…
Ski The Tasman Glacier
Accessible to virtually any level of skier, Ski The Tasman
is the ultimate entry-level backcountry ski experience and
classic kiwi snow adventure. The Tasman Glacier is New
Zealand’s largest and sits right next to Aoraki / Mount Cook.
It’s blue / green easy-moderate runs make it perfect for
intermediate skiers and beyond. Each run is approximately
8-10km run making it New Zealand’s longest – and you’ll
explore blue ice caves, incredible ice formations and learn
all about glacial terrain and seracs from your experienced
and knowledgeable guide. The pace is relaxed, with time to
soak up the incredible grandeur of New Zealand’s highest
mountains.
Access is via helicopter or ski plane. The flight over the
mighty Southern Alps is as memorable as the day skiing
itself. The ultimate powder experience without the prowess,
it’s an unbeatable ski adventure with family and friends.
www.skithetasman.co.nz | www.mtcookskiplanes.com
www.mtcook.com
Heli-Ski Aoraki/Mount Cook
This is one of New Zealand’s largest heli-ski areas, a
wilderness of ancient glaciers, azure lakes and endless
runs. It’s home to New Zealand’s highest peak and offers
some of the most exhilarating ski and snowboarding terrain.
The small group guided experiences offer the best in true
Kiwi hospitality and the highest regard for safety with runs to
suit all levels of heli-ski ability.
www.thehelicopterline.co.nz | www.heliworks.co.nz
www.mtcook.com | www.mtcookskiplanes.com
Ski Touring and Snow Shoeing
Ski touring continues to grow in popularity.The Mackenzie’s
natural alpine environment is the perfect place to explorer
and there’s a range of hut based and hut to hut guided
experiences available. Explore glaciated terrain, remote
valleys and spectacular high country stations as you head
backcountry. For those wanting to get into ski touring, check
out one of the instruction courses to develop your skills so
you can go further, safely.
www.alpinerecreation.com | www.mtcook.com
www.alpineguides.co.nz
Recommended Stays:
• The Musterers, Fairlie
• Grand Suites, Lake Tekapo
• The Hermitage, Aoraki
• Skyscape, Twizel
Recommended Eats:
• Silverstream Hotel, Kimbell
• Mount Cook Lakeside Retreat dining experience, Lake
Pūkaki
• Mint Folk & Co, Twizel
• TLV, Lake Tekapo
• Carnegies, Fairlie
Recommended Do:
• Ski all fields: Roundhill, Ohau, Dobson
• Tekapo Springs (hot pools, ice skating, snow tubing,
stargazing)
• Discover the Tasman Glacier – heli hike or ski
• Dark Sky Project stargazing or astronomy tour
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Above: Skiing the Tasman Glacier
Inserts top: Ski Touring with Alpine Recreation
Inserts bottom: Helicopter to ‘Bad Decision Hut’, commonly known as the Whisky Hut.
Tasman Glacier Heli Skiing
with
Southern Alps Guiding
Aoraki Mt Cook
“The only operator licensed to heliski the Tasman Glacier”
Call today to make your winter booking
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WILDERNESS SKIING
Sick of waiting in lift queues?
Tired of skiing the same old runs?
Looking to explore new country?
Extend your skiing skills?
Why go backcountry with Alpine Recreation?
Access to a wide range of venues including private, heated huts:
• Rex Simpson Hut
• Caroline Hut
• Gamack Range Huts
• Mt Potts Hut (new in 2024)
• High alpine huts Tasman, Fox and Franz Glaciers
• Ski traverses: Sealy Range, Gamack Range, Symphony on Skis
Over 40 years of experience in the Southern Alps
Gottlieb Braun-Elwert, founder of Alpine Recreation, was the pioneer
of Symphony on Skis, his one-day traverse from Lake Tekapo to Fox
Glacier in 1985.
All equipment provided (except ski boots), making it easy for firsttimers
to try before buying.
Based in Lake Tekapo:
Our Edelweiss Lodge provides a comfortable and convenient base
to start and finish trips, with hot pools, star gazing and good choice of
restaurants to round off each trip.
Backcountry and Avalanche Skills Courses:
New to ski touring? No problem. We even have professional ski instructors
available for off-piste tuition. Efficient skinning and transitioning, snow
analysis, weather and avalanche forecasting, transceiver and probing
practice, terrain analysis…everything you need to improve your safety
in the backcountry.
Split-boarding as well as ski touring.
• Not so keen on skiing but still want to explore backcountry in winter?
Try snowshoeing at Rex Simpson Hut or Caroline Hut.
• Professional IFMGA and NZMGA mountain and ski guides,
experienced in New Zealand and internationally.
• Family-run business. We take a personal interest in providing a trip
which caters to your skill level and individual objectives, to make
sure you take home some wonderful memories and want to come
back for more. We have a high percentage of repeat guests, which
says it all.
0800 006 096
www.alpinerecreation.com
For photos and details see www.alpinerecreation.com/ski
Email: climb@alpinerecreation.com
Phone 0800 006 096 or 0064 3 6806736.

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SOUTHERN LAKES
The term "Southern Lakes" evokes images
of a vast, mountainous wonderland adorned
with breathtaking lakes and some of the
best ski resorts on the planet. This region,
though not strictly defined, is synonymous
with outdoor adventure, world-class skiing,
and stunning natural beauty. Central to this
area are the awe-inspiring lakes Wakatipu,
near Queenstown, and Wanaka, home to the
charming township of Wanaka.
Skiing Heaven: Five Premier Resorts
Queenstown and Wanaka have earned a
global reputation for their exceptional ski
resorts. Among the five commercial resorts,
each offers unique experiences for skiers and
snowboarders of all levels.
The Remarkables Rising dramatically
from the eastern shores of Lake Wakatipu,
The Remarkables is part of the NZSki
network, which means you can use the NZ
Superpass here. The resort is renowned for its
breathtaking views and fantastic skiing terrain.
Coronet Peak: Located just a short drive
from Queenstown, Coronet Peak boasts 280
hectares of skiable terrain and a vertical drop
of 462 meters. Its easily accessible, sealed
road and inclusion in the NZ Superpass make
it a favourite among locals and visitors alike,
Close to Queenstown there is late night skiing
Wednesday, Friday and some Saturdays from
4pm to 9pm – amazing sunsets .
Cardrona Alpine Resort: Nestled near
Wanaka, Cardrona is perfect for families
and thrill-seekers alike. The resort features
extensive terrain parks for free-skiers and
snowboarders, as well as challenging
off-piste areas for advanced skiers. The
Cardrona Valley is also burgeoning with new
accommodations and dining options.
Treble Cone: Famed for its steep, expansive
terrain and minimal crowds, Treble Cone
offers one of New Zealand's longest vertical
drops at 700 meters. Just a short drive from
Wanaka, it’s a must-visit for serious skiers and
snowboarders.
Snow Farm: For something a bit different,
Snow Farm specializes in cross-country skiing
and provides a variety of alternative snow
activities such as snowshoeing and tubing.
It’s a unique spot that offers a change of pace
from the downhill slopes.
Beyond the Resorts: Exclusive Ski
Adventures
For those seeking untouched powder,
the Southern Lakes region offers unique
experiences like skiing in the vast private
area of Soho Basin, accessible by snowcat,
Treble Cone
or embarking on heliskiing and snow plane
adventures. These options promise pristine
runs and unparalleled alpine thrills.
Accommodation and Dining: Something
for Everyone
The Southern Lakes region caters to all
tastes and budgets with a wide range of
accommodation options, from backpacker
hostels and Airbnbs to luxurious five-star
resorts. Culinary delights abound, from the
world-famous Fergburger in Queenstown,
where the queue is always worth the wait, to
exquisite lakeside fine dining.
More Than Just Skiing
When the slopes are closed or if you're looking
for a break from skiing, the Southern Lakes
offer an endless array of activities. Experience
the thrill of mountain biking, savour the region’s
renowned wines on a tour, take a leap with a
bungee jump, or feel the adrenaline rush on
a jet boat ride. The adventures here are as
limitless as the landscape.
Whether you're a seasoned skier, a family
looking for fun, or an adventure enthusiast,
the Southern Lakes region of New Zealand
is a winter wonderland waiting to be explored.
With its majestic scenery, top-notch resorts,
and endless activities, it’s a destination that
promises unforgettable experiences.
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SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY
Hulbert House is a secret luxury lodge in the heart of Queenstown that
seemingly combines heritage charm and lavish modern comforts with an
exceptional household team at your service.
Built-in 1888, the meticulously restored Victorian villa is only 5 minute’s walk
from downtown and 20 minutes’ drive from the nearest ski field. For a relaxed
winter holiday, special birthday, anniversary or ski-holiday, Hulbert House is a
beautiful destination for memories – and as the reviews suggest, it is beyond
worth it.
Nestled in the heart of Queenstown
amidst a picturesque wonderland.
Hulbert House provides a cosy
luxurious escape, with views of the
snow-capped mountains from your
room. Relax by the fire and watch
the snow drift down.
Book directly and you can save up
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68 Ballarat Street, Queenstown
After a day of exploring or skiing, let us manage and dry your ski gear, while you
relax in our famous Palm Lounge with the guest kitchen fully stocked like the
home pantry you always desired. Enjoy complimentary drinks, cocktails and
canapés in front of the open fire in the evening, before allowing our team drive
you to a local restaurant or simply serving you our home-style slow-roasted
lamb shoulder paired with local wine.
Each of the seven individually designed, private suites offers breathtaking
views of the stunning Lake Wakatipu, majestic Coronet Peak or the aptly
named Remarkables. Snuggle in while you read a good book from our library,
soak in the deep baths, or enjoy the quiet tranquillity with an in-room massage.
A Hulbert House must-do is to switch off the artwork and switch on a movie
while our team prepare you a nightcap and our famous fudge brownie ice
cream Sunday!
As you wake, enjoy the slow and ceremonial pace of Hulbert House. Draw the
drapes slowly and reveal the breath-taking view, grind locally roasted beans
into fresh coffee and watch the day unfold. After our award-winning breakfast
and the feeling of having your own personal chef, adventure out for a day on
the slopes or let our household team design you a wine tour, nature experience
or unique activity in their backyard that ‘tourists’ miss out on.
A stay at Hulbert House is an extraordinary experience, perfect for those
who seek luxury that is deliberately unique. It is the perfect backdrop for an
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WINTER GAMES NZ
WORLD’S BEST SET TO DESCEND ON KIWI SNOW
Words and images by Winter Games NZ
Winter Games NZ, the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest snow sports event, is stoked to
once again be delivering a sensational programme in 2024!
The 2024 Winter Games NZ will kick off with the much anticipated The North Face
Frontier 2* and 4* Freeride World Qualifier events at New Zealand’s home of freeride, The
Remarkables.
The action will then head across the Wakatipu Basin to Coronet Peak, where the high
octane FIS Australia New Zealand Cup Giant Slalom and Slalom races will take place with
international and kiwi athletes battling it out for the coveted Yellow Bib.
To round out the 2024 programme, the world’s best freeski and snowboard slopestyle
and halfpipe athletes will descend on Cardrona Alpine Resort for the Freeski Halfpipe
and Snowboard Slopestyle World Cup events. These world class World Cup events will
mark the beginning of the qualification journey to the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter
Games.
Winter Games NZ will also host the Snowboard Halfpipe and Freeski Slopestyle Australia
New Zealand Cup events to compliment the World Cup programme, with valuable FIS
points up for grabs.
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Above: Lucia Georgalli,Snowboard Slopestyle Junior World Champs, Image by Iain McGregor
Previous page: Joona Kangas, Team Europe, OBSIDIAN Backcountry Challenge, Image by Neil Kerr
Following page: Fynn Powell, The North Face Frontier 4 Star, Image by Neil Kerr
As we get set to charge towards the 2024
Winter Games NZ, let’s recap the 2023 Winter
Games NZ, where we delivered our most
extensive programme ever to snow sports
fans in New Zealand and all over the globe!
The 2023 edition of Winter Games NZ
consisted of 15 world class events, held over
17 days across four incredible venues. Over
450 athletes from 38 nations descended on
Cardrona Alpine Resort, Coronet Peak and
The Remarkables to compete for Junior World
Championship titles, Alpine World Cup yellow
bibs, Freeride World Qualifier points and the
Obsidian Edgar Challenge Trophy.
It was an epic two and a half weeks of action at
the biggest snow sports event in the Southern
Hemisphere, read about all the action below!
The FIS ANC Alpine Ski Racing programme
kicked off the action and was held at New
Zealand's home of alpine ski racing, Coronet
Peak. The programme opened with two Giant
Slalom races held on the formidable Hurdle
and with World Cup athletes competing
against up-and-coming kiwi skiers, it was quite
the show.
The first women’s Giant Slalom podium was
particularly impressive as it was swept by three
Beijing 2022 Winter Olympians, including
local legend Alice Robinson in second place.
American’s A J Hurt and Nina O’Brien rounded
out the podium in first and third respectively.
Next on the alpine programme was the FIS
ANC Slalom races, the first of which was held
on the ProAM slope, starting on the M1 and
crossing under the Coronet Express chairlift.
This marked the first time in almost two
decades that a race of this level had been held
on ProAm.
The second slalom race was held on Race
Arena, offering the athletes a new world class
slope for the second race. After four days of
thrilling action at Coronet Peak, Winter Games
NZ made the move to Cardrona Alpine Resort
for the freeski and snowboard action.
The FIS Park & Pipe Junior World
Championships presented by La Roche
Posay and Cardrona were held on Cardrona’s
world class slopestyle and big air venues.
The slopestyle and big air Junior World
Championship titles were hotly contested, with
strong international fields showing up to fight
for the titles.
Slopestyle was first on the schedule, with
fantastic finals day weather allowing the
athletes to show the world what they were
capable of. With two podiums for local Kiwi
athletes, it was an exciting day for the home
crowd watching on.
Alice Robinson_FIS ANC Giant Slalom_credit
Winter Games NZ_Sean Beale 16-yearold
Wānaka snowboarder Lucia Georgalli
became the first New Zealander to ever win
a snowboard Junior World Championship title,
claiming the gold in the women’s snowboard
slopestyle. On the freeski side we saw Muriel
Mohr of Germany take the win, with Kiwi
Mischa Thomas finishing in third at the first
FIS event of her young career.
The big air competition was held in near perfect
conditions, with clear skies and barely a breath
of wind on the 65-foot jump. The level of riding
was impressive, with huge tricks being thrown
down by both the men and the women.
Flora Tabanelli of Italy and Leo Lendroe of
Norway both claimed their second podiums of
the event, both taking home gold in the freeski
big air. In the snowboard big air Japanese
powerhouse Taiga Hasegawa took the win,
with homegrown rider Rocco Jamieson
claiming the biggest podium result of his
career with a second place finish.
The next stop for Winter Games NZ was
New Zealand’s home of Freeride, The
Remarkables, for the The North Face Frontier
2* and 4* events.
The North Face Frontier 2* was up first, with
the event boasting its biggest start list we have
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Clockwise from top left: Cool Wakushima, Team Oceania, OBSIDAN Park Challenge, Image by Neil Kerr
Jess Hotter, The North Face Frontier 4 Star, Image by Neil Kerr
Alice Robinson, FIS ANC Giant Slalom, Image by Sean Beale
Rocco Jamieson, Snowboard Big Air Junior World Champs, Image by Iain McGregor
Ruby Star Andrews, Team Oceania, OBSIDIAN Park Challenge, Image by Sean Beale
Jimmy Krupka, FIS ANC Slalom, Image by Neil Kerr
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ever seen, with an incredible number of up-and-coming
Kiwi athletes dropping into the Shadow Basin venue.
With The North Face Frontier 4* event also receiving an
unprecedented number of kiwi and international entries,
the decision was made to expand the start list to include
an additional 10 athletes. The star-studded field put on a
fantastic show as they skied, rode, dropped and flipped
their way down the Alta Chutes.
In the ski women’s category kiwi riders Jessie Violet and
Jess Hotter battled it out to go one, two on the podium, both
throwing impressive backflips on their final hit, delighting
the enthusiastic crowd who surrounded the finish line.
To round out the 2023 Winter Games NZ, the team shifted
gears and we headed into the final event, our inaugural
International Obsidian Challenge!
In 2020 and 2022 we held iterations of this homegrown
creativity driven, athlete focussed event, but 2023 marked
the first time we hosted international athletes alongside the
full Obsidian format.
We saw four incredibly talented teams from all four corners
of the globe battle it out over three epic challenges - Big Air,
Park Challenge and Backcountry Freestyle. Teams were
awarded points throughout the event, using strategy and
teamwork in what is usually an individual sport, with the
overall lowest scoring team crowned the winners.
The Big Air Challenge was the first of the three challenges
to go down. Held on Cardrona Alpine Resort’s world class
70-foot big air jump the athletes put down quite a show.
Two days later the teams lined up again, this time at the top
of an expertly crafted custom rail garden courtesy of the
Cardrona Parks Crew. The Park Challenge rewarded both
technical and creative riding, both of which were provided
in spades by the talented athletes.
The pièce de resistance was saved for last - the
Backcountry Freestyle Challenge. The one-of-a-kind
event was held high in the Minaret Range on the ET face,
accessed by helicopter with the help of Southern Lakes
Heli Ski.
For many of our Obsidian athletes this was their first time
in a helicopter and the anticipation and excitement was
tangible. Perfect weather, good snow conditions and
rolling, playful terrain allowed the athletes to bring their ‘A’
Game as they shredded the back country, getting creative,
building features, and showcasing their exceptional talents.
After three days of epic Challenges, Team Europe was
crowned victorious and took home the coveted Obsidian
Edgar Challenge Trophy.
The 2023 Winter Games NZ was a fantastic event, and
it was a pleasure to host each and every athlete at the
biggest snow sports event in the Southern Hemisphere.
We can’t wait to see our Winter Games NZ athletes back
in 2024 and look forward to welcoming new faces to Winter
Games NZ!

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THE PLACES WE CALL HOME:
SKIING & SPLITBOARDING NEW ZEALAND’S
REMOTE GLACIERS WITH ASPIRING GUIDES
Words by: Will Rountree - Aspiring Guides IFMGA Guide
Te Waipounamu, The South Island of Aotearoa is
a truly majestic place. The diversity of landscapes
in such a “small” island is unique on a global scale.
Two tectonic plates crash together and force the
mountains up into the path of the Roaring Forties.
A flow of weather systems tracking West to East
that deposit metres of snow every year onto the
Southern Alps. The glaciers that form as a result
are some of the most beautiful in the world and
have shaped this place that we call home over
thousands of years.
Around Aoraki Mt Cook lies a myriad of stunning
glaciers with multiple alpine huts perched on rocky
outcrops. During winter and spring, the crevasses
fill up with snow and the conditions become ripe for
glacier ski and splitboard touring.
Moving through this terrain on skis is efficient,
fun and a fantastic way to travel. From navigating
through icefalls on the Haupapa Tasman glacier,
skiing powder down the Murchison Headwall or
gliding into the sunset while looking down at the
sea on the West Coast. Days out on the glacier are
simply special.
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However, they are not without their challenges. It is a step up
from ski touring out the back of Mt Hutt or Treble Cone with
the remoteness and added hazards that come with being in
the high alpine. Crevasses and cliffs need to be avoided, and
the avalanche conditions need to be monitored constantly.
Most importantly we want to find the best snow!
The mountains are a dynamic environment and the snow
changes on a daily basis. It takes a wealth of experience
to know what aspect (direction a slope faces) and what
elevation to head to find quality turns. The weather is the
master of all in these landscapes and it plays a huge role in
the trips. Being able to shelter in an alpine hut during severe
weather is not only safe but an experience unto itself!
This can all be a little overwhelming at first but makes the end
goal even more worth it! A guide will allow you to take this
in your stride and have you sliding around in the best snow
and moving through the terrain while minimising exposure
to risks.
At Aspiring Guides, we recognise and embrace the fact that
every individual and group is unique. We can and will tailor
any trip to the needs of the crew. First time on a glacier and
wanting to take it easy, no worries. Want us to just keep you
safe or do you want to learn the skills and nuances of existing
in the mountains? It’s all possible.
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SNOW SPORTS NZ
It’s been another epic Northern Hemisphere season for
kiwi snow sports athletes competing on the World Cup
circuit, Freeride World Tour, and at the Youth Olympic
Winter Games, Park and Pipe Junior World Champs and
Aspen X Games. From career first podiums to comeback
successes, the kiwi crew once again lit up the world stage,
read more below!
Alpine Ski Racing
Alice Robinson was a force to be reckoned with this
season, claiming five FIS Giant Slalom World Cup podiums
throughout the season. She kicked off her season with a
second-place finish in Killington, marking her return to the
World Cup podium, her first since March 2021.
She carried her momentum through into January, where
she secured two more World Cup podiums, a second
place in Italy and a third place in Slovakia. As the season
progressed, she continued to be utterly unstoppable, with
a second-place finish at the Soldeu World Cup in Andorra
and wrapped up her incredible season with a second-place
finish at the Saalbach Giant Slalom World Cup Finals in
Austria.
Alice’s success this season brings her career World Cup
podium total to 10, a phenomenal achievement.
Freeski Halfpipe Podium at the Youth Olympic Winter Games.
[L-R] Fin Melville Ives & Luke Harrold. Credit OIS Photo
J U N E 2 024 // 79

Top: Adam Hall in action at the Para Alpine World Cup in Japan. Image by Isao Horikiri, FIS Para Alpine
Above; Luca Harrington in action at the Silvaplana Slopestyle World Cup. Image by Stadler, FIS Freestyle
Freeski Park & Pipe
Ruby Star Andrews started her World Cup
season with a bang, finishing in third place
at the Stubai Freeski Slopestyle World Cup
in late November 2023, marking the second
World Cup podium of her young career.
In December 2023 fifteen-year-old Hāwea
local Luke Harrold caught the attention of
the freeski world when he finished on the
podium at his debut World Cup, claiming
second place at the Freeski Halfpipe World
Cup held in China.
Nico Porteous made a historic return to
the X Games SuperPipe, putting down
a brand-new run, showcasing both his
game-changing creativity and technical
talent. Luca Harrington wrapped up a great
freeski season for the kiwi crew, claiming
the first World Cup podium of his career at
the Silvaplana Slopestyle World Cup with a
third-place finish.
Freeride World Tour
Finn Bilous kicked off his second season
on the Freeride World Tour by claiming
the first Freeride World Tour podium of his
expansive career, finishing in second place
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Ben Richards took the win at the Fieberbrunn
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Finn Bilous made history at the final stop
of the Tour, the Xtreme Verbier, becoming
the first rider to ever stomp a 360 off the
Hollywood Cliff on his way to a third-place
finish. To wrap up a hugely successful
season, Ben went on to finish third overall
on the 2024 Tour and was named Rookie of
the Year!
Para Alpine Ski Racing
Adam Hall continued to perform at the top of
his sport, putting down a heater of a second
run at the Slalom Para Alpine World Cup in
Japan to finish in third place.
Snowboard Park & Pipe
Zoi Sadowski-Synnott continued her
incredible World Cup podium streak,
winning the Edmonton Big Air World Cup.
Zoi stomped a switch backside 1260 tail
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day on her way to the top of the podium.
Txema Mazet-Brown was crowned the 2024
Snowboard Big Air Junior World Champion
at the Junior World Champs held in Italy, a
huge achievement for the 17-year-old rider.
Compatriot Rocco Jamieson finished in third
place at the snowboard slopestyle Junior
World Championship event.
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Above: Lucia Georgalli in action at the Youth Olympic Winter Games. Image by OIS Photo
Right top to bottom: Ben Richards winning the Fieberbrunn Pro Stop of the FWT. Image by Jeremy Bernard, Freeride World Tour
Zoi Sadowski-Synnott atop the Edmonton Big Air World Cup podium. Image by Jay Perreault, FIS Snowboarding
Speed Skiing
Speed skier Tawny Wagstaff claimed the
first World Cup podium of his career and
New Zealand's first World Cup podium
since FIS record keeping started in 2002,
with a third-place finish at the World Cup
in France. This (combined with his other
top 10 results) put Tawny in third place
overall for the 2024 FIS Speed Skiing
Crystal Globe, a career first achievement
for Tawny.
Youth Olympic Winter Games
Snow sports athletes brought home
six medals from New Zealand's most
successful ever Youth Olympic Winter
Games held in South Korea!
Freeskier Luke Harrold won the freeski
halfpipe competition, making history as the
first Kiwi athlete to ever win an individual
gold medal at any edition of the Winter
Youth Olympic Games. Fin Melville Ives
joined him on the podium in second place,
making it the first time there has ever been
two New Zealanders on the same podium
at any Winter Olympic Games, Youth or
otherwise. Luke Harrold also claimed the
bronze medal in freeski big air.
Snowboarder Lucia Georgalli came home
with two medals, the snowboard slopestyle
silver and snowboard big air bronze. Cam
Melville Ives also finished in bronze medal
position in the snowboard big air, to bring
the snow sports medal tally to an incredible
six!
Congratulations to all the kiwi athletes
who represented Aotearoa so proudly this
Northern Hemisphere season, we can’t
wait to watch you in action on home snow
this winter!
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TŪROA SKI AREA, MT RUAPEHU
Wild, unique, fun. The perfect place to start an
adventure, Tūroa is a ski field like no other, with
unique volcanic terrain, wide open trails and
hundreds of drops and chutes to please the
most ardent thrill seeker. New managers, Pure
Tūroa, have been renovating and upgrading
the ski-resort for the 2024/25 season.
Tūroa Ski Field sits on the south western slopes
of Mt Ruapehu, the largest active volcano in
New Zealand. With over 500 hectares of skiable
terrain, Tūroa boasts the longest vertical drop in
New Zealand at 722m, making it a haven for
thrill-seekers and seasoned riders alike. From
gentle beginner slopes to more challenging
black diamond runs, Tūroa caters to skiers and
snowboarders of all abilities, ensuring there's
something for everyone to enjoy. Sledding &
snow play activities as well as a delicious array
of food is available at the base for those not
wanting to venture further. Each year the resort
welcomes over 100,000 visitors with the ski
season typically running from the end of June
to October.
One of the defining features of Tūroa Ski Field
is its remarkable landscape, characterised
by dramatic volcanic terrain and sweeping
panoramic views to three shores of the
north Island. The surrounding Tongariro
National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage
Site renowned for its natural beauty and
cultural significance is a playground for hikers,
bikers and bird watchers alike. The ski field's
continued success relies on sustainable
practices and environmental stewardship, with
initiatives in place to minimise its ecological
footprint and preserve the natural beauty of the
surrounding landscape. From implementing
renewable energy sources to promoting
responsible waste management, Tūroa is
committed to protecting its pristine alpine
environment for future generations to enjoy.
Skiing and Snowboarding facilities are just one
pull for the thousands of tourists that visit each
year, and the lifts at Tūroa certainly pack a
punch with value for terrain accessed by even
the mid mountain lifts. The Alpine Meadow is a
fantastic beginners area for families venturing
to the snow for the first time. With a carpet
and pomma lift, it is the ideal learning spot.
Paired with a full or half day lesson, the kids
will be cutting corners down the slopes in no
time! On the upper mountain three more chair
lifts provide access to the wide sweeps of
groomed runs and endless off-trail gullies and
chutes. All three have received upgrades over
summer in preparation for winter 2024. The
High Noon Express' 6 seater chairlift reaches
the highest lifted point in New Zealand, where
you'll enjoy panoramic views of North Island .
From here only the best prepared should hike
to see Mt Ruapehu crater lake, a stunning
crystal blue landmark which is outside of the
ski area boundary.
Tūroa Ski Field's cultural significance is deeply
rooted in the rich heritage of the indigenous
Māori people, who are kaitiakitanga (guardians)
of Mt Ruapehu. The national park holds great
spiritual significance for local Māori tribes,
and visitors to Tūroa have the opportunity
to learn about Māori culture through guided
tours, traditional performances, and cultural
experiences. From learning about the ancient
legends and traditions associated with the
mountain to tasting traditional kai (food), the
area offers a unique opportunity to connect
with New Zealand's indigenous heritage.
The township of Ohakune, or "He Ohakune
ki te ao" which broadly translates to "an
opening to a new world", starts at the bottom
of the mountain road and is bursting with snow
enthusiasts in the winter months. The small
community of 1,200 permanent residents is
a blend of born and bred locals and people
from every corner of the world who have come
for a season and instead find a new place
to call home. Renowned for being “Natures
Playground”, there is a network of walking trails
and biking tracks woven through the natural
landmarks across the area. A new mountain
biking track running parallel with the mountain
road is set to open in 2025, which will enable
people to enjoy the beautiful native brush land
which flows out from the mountainous terrain.
Pure Tūroa limited, who were granted a
concession to run the resort in April 2024, are
a group brought together by a shared passion
for Tūroa, Snow Sports and an understanding
of how important the resort is to the economic
and social fabric of the region. With a solid team
of industry professionals at the helm 2024 will
see a revamp for Snow School, Retails and
Hospitality with major renovations taking place
to many of the main base buildings to enhance
the customer experience.
Whether you're carving up the slopes,
immersing yourself in culture, or simply
soaking in the stunning views, Tūroa Ski Field
is an unparalleled journey into the heart of
Aotearoa's winter wonderland. For current
product information and events visit
www.pureturoa.nz
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EMBRACING THE MAGIC MOUNTAIN:
YOUR GUIDE TO WHAKAPAPA IN 2024
Perched on the majestic Mt Ruapehu and
within the UNESCO Dual World Heritagelisted
Tongariro National Park, Whakapapa
offers a winter experience like no other. For
over 70 years, the ski area has evolved into
more than just a destination—it's become
a cherished haven where nature crafts
unforgettable memories.
Situated on terrain shaped by solidified lava,
Whakapapa boasts natural bowls, wind lips,
and half pipes, providing an unparalleled
adventure playground.
As the largest of Mt Ruapehu's three ski
areas and nestled on its north-western side,
Whakapapa proudly offers 550 hectares
of diverse terrain with a thrilling vertical
descent of 690 meters and a highest lifted
point reaching 2,320 meters above sea
level. The area is adorned with 12 lifts which
open progressively across the early season
as increased snowfall graces the slopes. All
lifts are traditionally spinning by early to mid-
August. From heart-pounding drop-offs at
the Pinnacles to exhilarating runs out west,
Whakapapa ensures an unforgettable skiing
experience and enhances your adventure.
It’s a paradise for skiing and snowboarding
enthusiasts seeking quality that rivals
northern hemisphere ski fields in Canada or
Japan.
For those new to snow sports, Whakapapa
boasts the premier learner facility, Happy
Valley, where you can begin your skiing
or snowboarding journey in a dedicated
learners' area, away from more experienced
individuals. Enjoy the spacious, gentle slope,
perfect for mastering the basics with covered
carpet lifts, and a gentle running chairlift, for
easy access. We encourage beginners to
take lessons with our Snow School experts
from the around the world who are qualified
and will help and empower you to gradually
progress to the upper mountain as the
season unfolds.
A notable addition of the Sky Waka gondola
continues to offer a luxurious ascent
from 1630m to 2020m and an immersive
experience for those seeking panoramic
vistas of Mt Ngāuruhoe, Tongariro, out across
the Central Plateau and as far as Mt Taranaki
on a good day. After pausing to catch your
breath amidst the serene surroundings,
commence your journey downward from the
Knoll Ridge Chalet's peak and proceed down
the various runs.
The allure of Whakapapa extends beyond
its slopes. With the support of staff, the 40+
mountain clubs on site and a vibrant local
community across the central North Island,
the ski area transforms into a bustling hub
of community activities and events including
the local race series and fun activations. The
mountain will also host one of the largest
snow events in the southern hemisphere,
The North Island Primary School Ski
Championships.
Make sure to mark your calendars for
Matariki weekend, as Whakapapa welcomes
skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts of all
levels from June 28 onwards. Don't let this
captivating opportunity slip away, plan for an
exhilarating winter adventure with your snow
crew and embrace the thrill of exploring New
Zealand's premier ski destination.

2024 Winter Passes
We've adjusted our prices in 2024, offering a variety of passes suitable for all
levels of skiers and snowboarders. Explore options like our lower and upper
mountain passes with weekend and weekday pricing, or enjoy the flexibility of
our three-day pass, usable throughout the season and allowing you to ski or
board at your own pace.
On-site Facilities
At Whakapapa, we're dedicated to providing convenient amenities for your
skiing and snowboarding experience. With cafes, our respected Snow School,
an on-mountain workshop, and quality rentals, we've got everything you need
in one place.
Getting there
Embarking on your journey to Whakapapa is a breeze, with easy access
from the nation’s main centres of Auckland and Wellington. National Park is
conveniently located just a four-hour drive from either city, offering a gateway
to Whakapapa’s winter wonderland. For those flying in, Taupō serves as the
closest domestic airport, a picturesque one-hour and thirty-minute drive to
Whakapapa. Nearby tourist hotspots like Tauranga and Rotorua are also within
easy reach. Alternatively, consider adding an extra layer of excitement to your
adventure by hopping aboard the Northern Explorer train, with National Park
as a main stop. Sit back, relax, and soak in the breath-taking panoramic views
along the way. Weekends tend to see a surge in visitors, particularly from the
cities, and navigating the mountain roads can be daunting for inexperienced
drivers. Fortunately, there are numerous local businesses offering shuttle
services and ride shares from National Park to the ski field. Additionally, we
encourage carpooling through Snow Riders NZ, a free social carpooling
network designed for skiers and snowboarders. For a more locally focused
option, check out the Ruapehu Rideshare Facebook group.
Where to stay
Discover a range of mountain club accommodations conveniently situated
on the mountain itself, providing easy access to the slopes. Alternatively,
accommodation is available at the foot of the hill in Whakapapa Village, with
even more options abound in nearby National Park, just a short 20-minute
drive away. Whether you prefer cosy lodges or budget-friendly stays, there’s
something to suit every traveller’s taste. After an exhilarating day on the slopes,
indulge in some well-deserved relaxation at one of the welcoming local pubs,
where cosy fireplaces await for après-ski enjoyment.
#SneakAWeekday Passes
While the allure of Whakapapa is undeniable, it’s important to note that
weekends tend to draw larger crowds, with nearly half of all guests at Mt
Ruapehu visiting during this time. This means that weekdays offer the perfect
opportunity to experience wide-open spaces and fewer crowds. Plus, there’s
an added benefit: weekday lift passes are more budget-friendly, priced from
$39, making them a more accessible option for those seeking adventure
without the weekend rush.
2024 Weekday pass prices at Whakapapa:
Adult Youth
Weekday Pass (All mountain) $99 $59
Weekday Pass (Lower mountain) $59 $39
Three Weekday Pass (All mountain) $249 $149
Whakapapa
Locale: Situated on the northern slopes of Mt Ruapehu, ten minutes from
Whakapapa Village, 20 minutes from National Park
Season: 1 June - 27 October for sightseeing and sledding, 28 June - 13 October
in Happy Valley, and 12 July - 27 October on the upper mountain
Day Pass Prices at time of printing (May 2024):
Full day adult lift pass: $149.00 ($99 weekday) Full day youth lift pass: $99.00
($59week day) (under 5 free)
Terrain: Beginner 30% Intermediate 45% Advanced 25%
On mountain facilities: Snow school, rental, four cafes, retail store, Sky Waka
gondola
Book ahead at www.whakapapa.com
or contact the team on 07 808 6151
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TIPS FOR FIRST TIME ON THE SNOW
NATIONAL PARK VILLAGES
If you're staying in either National Park Village
or Whakapapa Village you can either jump
online at https://www.whakapapa.com/planahead
or pop into one of the ski shops to
organise passes, transport, rental equipment,
clothing and lessons for the whole family – it
means you can skip the ques on the mountain
and get on the snow faster!
a beginners’ area lift pass, rental equipment
and a lesson. First timer packages are for
people who have never been on the snow
before. If you do not need a lesson or it is not
in your budget then try one of the ski rentals
shops in the village, deck yourself out with a
ski or board hire package and head on up and
test out your skills.
Getting to Whakapapa Ski Area
Getting to National Park Village or Mt Ruapehu
is easier than you think. Whakapapa ski area
is an easy drive from main centres of Auckland
and Wellington ( 4 hour Drive), and most other
North Island cities and towns. Whakapapa
Village is a 10 min drive to the snow line and
National Park Village is a 20 min drive to the
ski area Whakapapa/Happy Valley.
We know that driving in alpine conditions can
be a little intimidating if you’ve never done
it before – we do have transport options
available from the National Park Village “Park
and Ride” or from your Accommodation. Book
online here www.nationalparkvillage.co.nz
If you do drive yourself, our peak snow months
are July and August during these months it is
recommended to carry car chains. You can
organise your own or purchase chains at one
of our village shops such as the Alpine Centre
or GAS station.
Happy Valley- First time on snow?
A glass elevator will take you down to the
beginner’s plaza area. The plaza consists of
learner conveyor tunnels, gentle learner runs,
dedicated custom sledding lanes, rentals and
of course the amazing snow sports school,
there’s no better place to learn to ski or
snowboard!
Happy Valley is New Zealand’s premiere
learner’s facility with world-class instructors,
and a great introduction to snow sports There
is a first timer lesson package which includes
One of the best things about learning to
snowboard or ski at Whakapapa ski area is
that you can visit the top of the mountain on
your first day! Ride the Sky Waka gondola to
2020m with expansive views out across the
Central North Island, and beyond, all year
round. There is a snow experience zone at the
top of the Sky Waka and Knoll Ridge Cafe,
which you can access with a sightseeing pass,
once you are at the top grab a bite to eat or just
relax and watch the world go by.
Where to Stay
National Park Village is a small town enjoying
close proximity to both Whakapapa Ski Area
and is the gateway of the Tongariro National
Park. The village has the most breathtaking
panoramic view of the volcanoes: Mt
Tongariro, Mt Ngāuruhoe and Mt Ruapehu.
The village offers a vast selection of
accommodation options to suit all budgets
and there are several choices of cafes and
bars for your après-ski time. There are ski
shops and rentals, 4Square, fuel service and
EV Charging stations. National Park Village
is also a designated stop along the Northern
Explorer scenic train journey that runs
between Auckland and Wellington – perfect to
experience car-free holidays in the Ruapehu
region. An evening walk around the village is
a great way to get between your restaurant
and accommodation and showcases one of
NZs most incredible night skies and will leave
you wondering why you have never seen so
many stars before.
Raurimu Village is the site of the famous
Raurimu Spiral and is located just 6km
north of National Park Village. The village
offers additional accommodation options
such as charming rural cottages, boutique
accommodations in private bushlands and
large AirBNB houses.
Whakapapa Village is at the base of Mt
Ruapehu and just a 10-minute drive to
Whakapapa Ski Area. As you arrive at the
village you are welcomed by the view of the
majestic Tongariro Chateau with Mt Ruapehu
as its backdrop. Boasting several eating
and accommodation options, the start of
several shorter walks and the Department of
Conservation Visitor and Information Centre,
Whakapapa Village is also a great location
for a quick visit or longer stay. It’s a fantastic
spot to wake up nestled in Tongariro National
Park – the only UNESCO Dual World Heritage
site of cultural and natural significance in New
Zealand.
Ski, Play, Explore, Eat/Drink, Sleep… Our
villages have everything you’ll need for a
winter getaway and adventure – Find it all at:
www.nationalpark.co.nz
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SKI BIZ @ THE ALPINE CENTRE
YOUR FIRST STOP WHEN HEADING TO MT RUAPEHU!
No matter your reason for coming to the snow, the team at Ski Biz @ The Alpine Centre can help you with everything you need and need
to know when visiting Mt. Ruapehu this winter. The Alpine Centre is easy to see and find just off State Highway 4 in Carroll St, National
Park Village on the way to Whakapapa and Turoa Ski Areas when coming from the north.
Have you just come for a drive to check the snow
out? Arriving here can be daunting your first time....
Where do I go? Chains? Shuttles? Road Conditions?
At the Alpine Centre you can get the latest up to date
information on the road conditions, and the dedicated
and informed Ski Biz team can advise you on the best
options to get up the mountain and whether to take
a shuttle or drive. They also sell Car Snow chains or
Textile Snow Socks for Cars and 4x4 Vehicles.
I just want to Play in the Snow! What do I need?
Before heading up the mountain you should be
dressed for the conditions. The Ski Biz rental has
a huge range of rental Snow Après boots, Jackets,
Pants, and little kiddies’ suits, plus the shop is stocked
with 100s of gloves from kiddies to huge sizes. Once
you’ve got the right gears you are ready to get on up
the mountain for your adventure whether its sledding,
make a snowman, take a ride up the Sky Waka, or just
throw snowballs at each other.
You have purchased a Lesson Package Online
but still need ski clothes! You are so excited this
is going to be your first time skiing or boarding. Don’t
risk being cold and shivering renting clothes on the
mountain be dressed for the conditions before you get
there. The Ski Biz rental has Jackets, Pants, Goggles
and Helmets plus bins of Ski Gloves to purchase from
only $20, and they now have a Whakapapa Click
and Collect Machine so you can also pick up your
online-purchased passes for Whakapapa and the
SkyWaka Gondola.
Need a quick purchase before heading up the
mountain! The Alpine Centre shop is stocked with all
the snow store essentials. Products are competitively
priced, and the selection is vast with goggles ranging
from $50-$500, helmets from $89 and waterproof
snow gloves starting at only $20. Also Snow Chains
and Textile Socks for cars, belts, beanies, socks,
balaclavas, thermals, sunglasses, Tuning equipment,
and much much more...
Needing to rent Skis or Snowboards? The Ski Biz
Rental is all about you, the customer, and ensuring you
have the right gear to get your best possible day on
the mountain.
• You’ll get tuned equipment every time you rent gear,
so you always get equipment that slides and turns like
it should.
• You can book online and have gear set aside for you
to try when you arrive
• A computerised rental system retains the details of
the gear you rented, so you can book the same gear
next time and it will be ready for when you arrive.
• A targeted Intermediate skier rental program, with a
range of Intermediate performance rental skis which
can also be purchased through the shop for special
discounted prices.
• All Snowboard boots have Boa Fit Lace systems, and
Burton rental bindings with a range of boards from K2,
Never Summer, Rossignol, Burton, and Arbour.
• Ski Biz rental caters for everyone.... from beginners,
Intermediate and Advanced Skiers and snowboarders,
and rental clothing for tiny tots to 6XL
For Specialist Gear and Services - Check out the
Snowzone shop @ The Alpine Centre
Jackets & Pants Apparel: Snow wear, with
competitive pricing on the latest gear and lots of
specials, including favourite brands like Picture, Helly
Hansen, Planks, Surfanic and Rojo.
Skis & Snowboards: Selected range of Skis,
snowboards, boots and bindings. Plus ski and binding
packages starting from $699.
Boot Fitting: Professional boot fitters will ensure you
are fitted in the right boot for your ability level, fitness
and physique. Also 3D Foot-beds, Custom Footbeds,
Boots Stretching, and heat mouldable liners and shells.
Workshop Services: Experienced ski technicians
provide midweek overnight Edging and Waxing (Skis
& Snowboards). Full Tuning Services, base work,
patches and ski mounts can be dropped in for overnight
servicing on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
If you need a day off from the mountain there is
E-BIKES for Rental: Whyte Mountain e-Bikes, with
dropper post seats and 4 assistance modes, so
you’re guaranteed an enjoyable ride, locally there’s
two Mountains to Sea Trails – Marton Sash & Door,
or Fishers Track.
So on your next trip (or first trip) to Mt. Ruapehu make
Ski Biz @ The Alpine Centre your first stop!
Winter Open Hours: Mon - Thur: 7.30am to 7.00pm | Friday: 7.30am to midnight | Saturday & Sunday: 7.00am to 7.00pm
Ski Biz and Snowzone @ The Alpine Centre | 10 Carroll Street, National Park Village
Ph 07 892 2717 | www.thealpinecentre.co.nz

Located in the heart of the Ruapehu District
...the outdoors capital of the North Island!
Gorgeous unique bespoke historic Vacation Home:
Ideal for families and groups.
Centrally located to: Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Pureora Timber Trail
The mighty Whanganui River
The Forgotten Highway (& Bridge to Nowhere)
30Mins to Whakapapa & 60mins to Turoa
Plus central to numerous other treks and trails
(& Waitomo GlowWorm Caves en route from Auckland)
www.TheOldPostOfficeLodge.co.nz
Welcome to Manowhenua Lodge
Whether you are looking for somewhere to relax after a day on
Whakapapa Ski Field, need to put your feet up after walking
the Tongariro Crossing, or taking a day to recover from your
adventures in the Central Plateau, nestled in our beautiful small
National Park Village, Manowhenua Lodge is the place for you.
"There are so many things to like: the riverfront
setting; the lavish duplex accommodations;
and the superb cuisine. It is one of the finest
hideaways of its type in the world."
Andrew Harper, Trip Advisor
Corner of Carroll & MacKenzie Street, National Park Village
e: manowhenualodge@outlook.co.nz | p: +64 (7) 8922 854
www.manowhenualodge.co.nz
TONGARIRO
National Park
Villages
www.nationalpark.co.nz
www.tongariroalpinecrossing.org.nz

accommodation
THE PARK
Independent 80 room 3 star tourist hotel with
stunning views of Mounts Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe
& Tongariro. Cosy lodge style restaurant &
bar. National Park Village location right next to
Tongariro National Park. Flexible group and set
menu options, Conference and meeting facilities.
Ideal for Tongariro Crossing, Whakapapa & Turoa
snow resorts.
www.the-park.co.nz |
bookings@the-park.co.nz
OLD POST OFFICE HOLIDAY HOME
Ruapehu’s oldest post office is a bespoke historic
Holiday Home able to be reserved as: •Opulent
1-4 Bdr West-Wing incl sumptuous lounge,
beautiful kitchen, gorgeous bedrooms, and
back-deck with Sauna cabin, Spa-Pool & Fire-pit
•Elegant 1-3 Bdr East-Wing with kitchen-dining
•Entire 7-Bdr Bungalow (accom up to 17 guests)
with six Queen/Double.
Fantastic location for exploring many top hiking
treks, top cycle trails, Forgotten Highway, worldclass
Fly-Fishing, the mighty Whanganui River,
Bridge to Nowhere, & NZ’s largest ski-field.
www.theoldpostofficelodge.co.nz
info@theoldpostofficelodge.co.nz
PLATEAU LODGE
Plateau Lodge is nestled in Ruapehu region with
the backdrop of the Tongariro volcanos! Why stay
with us? Tongariro Alpine Crossing -#1 tourist
attraction summer or winter - Mt. Ruapehu -
Cycle Trails at our doorstep- Timber Trail & Old
Coach Road & Mountains to Sea. Our Lodge
specialises in these activities, with packages
& shuttles to suit your budget and timeframe.
Plateau Lodge is the ideal stop for couples,
families and small tour groups wanting to explore
the Dual Heritage Tongariro National Park.
We offer two bedroom apartments, king studio
pods with outside baths and private lodge room
with communal spaces. Onsite is a massage
room, drying room, bike & wash down area, and
breakfast.
www.plateaulodge.co.nz
DESTINATION GREAT LAKE TAUPŌ
Taupō is a place of extraordinary natural beauty –
a vast, sparkling lake, trout-filled rivers, steaming
geothermal zones and towering snow-blanketed
mountains. No matter what attraction is drawing
your clients into the region, there are activities
and accommodation to suit them all. From
relaxed, cultural experiences to adrenaline-fueled
excitement, there is something for everyone, right
in the heart of Aotearoa’s North Island.
www.lovetaupo.com
TONGARIRO SUITES & NIGHTSKY COTTAGE
Tongariro Suites is a premium, boutique
accommodation in Ruapehu located just 15
minutes’ drive from Ohakune. This eco-focussed,
adults only property offers 5 gorgeous suites
with magnificent mountain views, contemporary
furnishings, as well generous living areas and full
bathrooms with access to an outdoor hot tub and
private deck.
The Nightsky Cottage Experience is a one-of-akind
eco-retreat into New Zealand native bush
situated on the edge of Tongariro National Park.
Unwind in side-by-side bathtubs, enjoy a private
picnic, or relax in front of the log burner beneath
the sky lights for in-house stargazing. Awarded
Qualmark’s 5-star Gold Sustainable Tourism
Business Award in 2020 and the 2021 100%
Pure New Zealand Experience for its zero-waste
journey and commitment to sustainability.
www.tongarirosuites.co.nz
TIMBER TRAIL LODGE
Deep in the heart of Aotearoa’s North Island,
right in the middle of nowhere, is a very special
place. The Timber Trail Lodge, at the midpoint
of New Zealand’s best two-day cycle trail,
is nestled on the edge of a stunning native
podocarp forest in the historic Pureora Forest
Park. The lodge offers boutique, fully- serviced
accommodation, and our transport service
offers seamless, high quality transport and bike
hire.Since opening in 2017 Timber Trail Lodge
has been receiving wide praise for its quality
service and commitment to sustainable tourism.
www.timbertraillodge.co.nz
stay@timbertraillodge.co.nz
TONGARIRO LODGE
Tongariro Lodge was established in 1982 and
has earned an excellent reputation for gourmet
dining, the finest accommodation, quality
outdoor activities and the most experienced flyfishing
guides in New Zealand. Tongariro Lodge
is a world class, year-round centre of outdoor
adventure and extraordinary fly-fishing. For
over 40 years Tongariro Lodge has welcomed
discerning guests from throughout the world.
Perfectly set on the banks of the Tongariro River,
close to magnificent Lake Taupō, the Lodge
edges Tongariro National Park - home of three
magnificent volcanoes and premier winter ski
resort.
www.tongarirolodge.co.nz
KINGS OHAKUNE
Kings is a historic hotel dating back to 1913,
originally built to accommodate passengers
travelling by train, we have 25 ensuite rooms
with outside entry. There is an onsite restaurant
and bar adorned with images of the area over
the years illustrating its rich history. The bar
also boasts a large deck with spectacular
mountain views, a pool table and darts board.
We have a smaller private dining room, perfect
for breakfasts. Guests can also take advantage
of one of 2 complimentary hot pools onsite. We
look forward to welcoming you to Kings!
www.kingohakune.co.nz
info@kingsohakune.co.nz
BRADLEY’S GARDEN
Bradley’s Garden is a unique experience
with a luxury boutique bed and breakfast
set amidst a 5-star garden of National
Significance. Bradley’s Garden offers a range
of activities including garden tours, a 9 hole
mischievous miniputt golf course, outdoor
chess and a gorgeous Devonshire Tea in the
bespoke garden gazebo complete with fine
china. Located just 3 km from Taumarunui
and 1km off the Forgotten World Highway,
Bradley’s Garden is a hidden gem of peace
and tranquility that will surprise and delight...
an experience to remember.
www.bradleysgarden.co.nz
HUKA LODGE
Huka Lodge has enjoyed a location of great
natural beauty, on the banks of the mighty
Waikato River, since it was founded as a
very simple trout fishing camp, in 1924. This
legendary retreat continues to define absolute
style, while offering privacy and relaxation,
with authentic outdoor adventure, for those
who appreciate exquisite cuisine, personal
service and unique experiences. With just
25 guest suites, including two superb private
cottages, within 17-acres of magnificent
grounds, this is truly an exclusive experience.
Huka Lodge proudly takes its place amongst
the world’s best retreats
www.hukalodge.com
LAKESIDE ACCOMMODATION TAUPŌ
We have an exclusive collection of Lakeside
accommodation located beside the beautiful
fresh water of Lake Taupō. Hospitality is at the
centre of everything we do. We offer quality
self-contained properties and pride ourselves
on excellent service. We work with you to
create the best experience possible while
you’re here in Taupō. With over 65 properties
on our portfolio we have something to suit
everyone from couples to groups to corporate
stays and multi generational family groups.
www.llat.co.nz
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activities
FORGOTTEN WORLD ADVENTURES
Experience the sights on a fully guided tour,
either by Rail Cart down the Forgotten World
railway or by Jet Boat on the Whanganui River.
Hear the heritage stories of hardy pioneers
and off the beaten path communities in one
of New Zealand’s most stunning North Island
destinations. Explore the epic landscapes and
changing scenery of New Zealand’s Forgotten
World.
www.forgottenworldadventures.co.nz
TONGARIRO NATIONAL TROUT CENTRE
Come and visit our freshwater centre where you
can feed our beautiful rainbow trout, learn about
conservation and our native fish and maybe see a
Kereru, Tui or a Whio on the Tongariro River
View one of New Zealand’s best collections of
native freshwater fish. Our aquarium has Giant
Kokopu, Koura, Tuna and Koaro to name a few
species endemic to Aotearoa.
Learn about the history of Trout and Fly fishing on
the Tongariro River, one of the best fishing rivers in
the World.
www.troutcentre.com
MOUNTAIN TO SEA / TIMBER TRAIL
New Zealand is home to 23 Great Rides, each
one unique and offering cyclists an opportunity to
experience “wheely” special parts of the country.
The Waikato and Ruapehu regions are home
to a number of connected rides, and feature the
Timber Trail - at the heart of Pureora and its special
ecologically precious native forest, and Mountains
to Sea - Ngā Ara Tūhono - the connected pathways
taking you on a journey from Tūroa to the Tasman
Sea. Over 500km’s of cycle trail supported with
accommodation, logistics, bike hire and more.
Create unbelievable memories on Great Rides
someplace different.
www.mountainstosea.nz
www.timbertrail.nz
VISIT RUAPEHU
An off the beaten track destination with world-class
activities and unique accommodation options,
Ruapehu is a must-discover destination that
connects people to place through meaningful,
enriching experiences. Hike the Tongariro Alpine
Crossing, ride the iconic Timber Trail, visit the
National Army Museum Te Mata Toa, rail cart with
Forgotten World Adventures, explore Blue Duck
Station, picnic at NZ’s largest alpaca farm and
canoe, fly fish, or jetboat to the Bridge to Nowhere
on the Whanganui River.
www.visitruapehu.com
ADRIFT TONGARIRO
Explore the magnificent snow-covered
landscape of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing
and Mt Ruapehu on a guided walk with Adrift
Tongariro. Prices from $260 per person. No
outdoor experience is necessary, all training
and tuition is given on the day. Crampons and
ice-axes are supplied by Adrift Tongariro for a
fantastic alpine experience. Relax and unwind
after your guided walk while taking in the
spectacular views of the mountains at Alpine
Chalets. 50% off your second night when you
book a Cheeky Midweeky Deal.
www.adriftnz.co.nz
bookings@adriftnz.co.nz
0800 462 374
BLAZING PADDLES
Blazing Paddles offer outdoor adventures in the
remote wilderness and spectacular scenery of
the Whanganui River. Operating in Taumarunui
since 1998. Canoe Hire or full-service Guided
Canoe Tours from daytrips to multi-night
camping experiences. Jet Boat Tours to local
attractions, Lauren’s Lavender Farm, off-grid
glamping at Posh Pioneers, or historic Blue
Duck Station. Fly Fishing with expert Peter Scott
on the Whanganui, host to the
2009 World Flyfishing Championships.
Exclusive Jet Boat Fly Fishing Tours available
on request. Sister company Aotearoa Safaris
provide unique, fair chase or wild and free
hunting experiences in spectacular scenic
terrain, across New Zealand and in Australia.
www.blazingpaddles.co.nz
nfo@blazingpaddles.co.nz
NEVALEA ALPACAS
Nevalea Alpacas, the largest alpaca farm in
New Zealand. We offer visitors ‘The Ultimate
Alpaca Experience’ an opportunity to get up
close to the alpacas, hand feed them and feel
just how soft and cuddly they are. We operate
alpaca treks & walks, visitors can walk an
alpaca around the farm and see hundreds
of alpacas come greet them in the hills,
spectacular views surrounded by alpacas. We
have baby alpacas all year-round, visitors can
have a cuddle with them. Great up close and
personal experiences and chances for amazing
photos. We host “Picnics with our alpacas’ a
relaxing option for visitors to enjoy. We have an
alpaca shop on the farm with alpaca knitwear
that’s made onsite for sale.
www.nevaleaalpacas.co.nz
sales@nevaleaalpacas.co.nz
FOURB BIKE HIRE AND TOURS
FourB Bike Hire and Tours incorporates its
hire shop with a large fleet of performance
Electric and normal bikes, shuttles and expert
qualified local guides and staff to offer Electric
bike and hike tours from 3 hours to 5 days.
Supported all inclusive Multi day tours include
some or all of: Great Lake Trail, Timber Trail
and The Tongariro crossing. We offer shorter
guided Electric bike tours on the Huka falls
Geothermal loop trail (3 Hours). Bespoke
private tours are no problem. Riders will
need to be confident on a bike & trail riding
experience is preferred but not compulsory.
Ideal tour group sizes are 2 - 10 people but we
can accommodate more.
www.fourb.nz
info@fourb.nz
TAUPŌ TANDEM SKYDIVING
Operating since 1992, we’ve skydived over
200,000 tandems. We have the best priced
skydive in New Zealand and some of the
most epic views. Cruise up to 18,500 feet and
soak up the scenery that makes skydiving
over Lake Taupō so unique. Snow cappedvolcanoes,
blue skies, and pristine waters are
just some of the incredible views you will see.
Reaching speeds of up to 200km per hour,
experiencing the thrill of free fall is something
you’ll never forget. After an amazing freefall
experience, you’ll float back towards earth
with a relaxing parachute ride before landing
back at the dropzone.
www.taupotandemskydiving.com
CHRIS JOLLY OUTDOORS
A now Taupō institution, Chris Jolly Outdoors
was founded in 1980 by its namesake, Chris
Jolly and his wife Sue. The team has always
had a love of the great outdoors in Taupō,
New Zealand and sharing that with people like
you has been a dream realised for Chris and
Sue. Chris Jolly Outdoors boasts an array of
offerings, from scenic cruises on Lake Taupō,
private charters & corporate events, fishing
trips, and hiking & biking trips with some of
the region’s most experienced and passionate
guides.
www.chrisjolly.co.nz
bookings@chrisjolly.co.nz
J U N E 2 024 // 93

BLACK CROWS//WWW.BLACK-CROWS.NZ
OUTFITTERS//SALES@OUTFITTERS.NET.NZ//0800 021 732
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//FEATURED SKIS
BLACK CROW//SERPO
RRP:$1,699.95
Category: All Terrain
Lengths: 168.2, 174.1, 180.1,
186.3cm
Widths: 93mm
Weight: 3500g (174.1 cm)
The Serpo is made for curving
with its tolerant flex, grip and
stability. It offers great pivot
control and manoeuvrability
thanks to its progressive front
rocker and light rear rocker.
BLACK CROW//ATRIS
RRP:$1,699.95
Category: Big Mountain
Lengths: 172.1, 178.4, 184.3,
190.2cm
Widths: 105mm
Weight: 3600g (179.4 cm)
This iconic everyday big
mountain ski offers versatility for
all conditions while performing
exceptionally well in powder.
Designed to offer stability at high
speed and great balance between
firmness and manoeuvrability.
BLACK CROW//JUSTIS
RRP:$1,799.95
Category: All Terrain
Lengths: 171.3, 177.4, 183.1,
189.3cm
Widths: 100mm
Weight: 4100g (177.4 cm)
An all-terrain ski made to charge
over the crud with a double
titanium plate for a committed
ride, a front progressive rocker
and light back rocker for control,
and a classic camber providing
stability.
BLACK CROW//MIRUS COR
MIRUS COR
RRP:$1,699.95
Category: Resort / Freestyle
Lengths: 168.3, 173.2, 178.0,
184.2cm
Widths: 87mm
Weight: 3590g (178 cm)
Designed to achieve an alliance
between freestyle and on-piste
skiing, the Mirus Cor has a
double rocker and tail split for
manoeuvrability and control,
whilst carving or terrain
freestyle skiing.

DYNASTAR//
FOR STOCKISTS VISIT WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ/BRANDS/DYNASTAR
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//FEATURED SKIS
DYNASTAR//E-CROSS 78
XPRESS
RRP: $999.90 (Includes Look
Xpress W 10 Binding)
Category: All Mountain
Lengths: 148, 156, 164cm
Widths: 124-78-110mm Radius:
12m
Weight: 3.0kg
Explore new terrain. E-Cross 78
has a smooth ride that lets you
turn where you want whatever
the snow conditions blending
the adventurous spirit of
freeride with confident carving
characteristics. The Hybrid
Poplar / PU core balances
weight and performance to
deliver precise, powerful edge
control.
DYNASTAR//E-LITE 5 XPRESS
RRP:$1199.90 (Includes Look
Xpress W 11 binding)
Category: Groomers (Women’s
Specific)
Lengths: 149, 155, 162, 170cm
Widths: 124-74-109mm
Radius: 16m
Weight: 2.9kg
Looking for fluid carving and
confident control? The E-Lite 5
balances confident edge with
smooth ride and vibration
reduced thanks to the Poplar
/ PU Hybrid core and V-Tech
design transferring power to the
edges, reducing swing weight
and creating agility.
DYNASTAR//SPEED SPEED 4X4 763
KONECT
RRP: $1599.90 (Includes Look NX
12 Konect Binding)
Category: All Mountain
Lengths: 159, 167, 175, 183cm
Widths: 135-88-117mm
Radius: 13m
Weight: 4.1kg
Explore more, Carve more. The
4x4 763 can tackle any terrain and
snow conditions with smooth
confident edge that lets you push
your carving skills thanks to
the traditional sidewalls, titanal
reinforcement and Hybrid 2,0
core.
The ski maximizes precision with
superb edge hold and a smooth
powerful feel.
DYNASTAR//M-PRO 94TI
RRP: $1299.00 (ski only)
Category: Freeride/All
Mountain
Lengths: 154, 162, 170, 178,
186cm
Widths: 124-94-118 cm
Radius: 17m
Weight: 3.8 kg
Your ticket to ride the whole
mountain, frontside groomers
to backside exploration. The
focus is on sustainability and
performance. The lightweight
poplar Hybrid 2.0 core with
full sidewall and engineered
titanal layer packs a lively
blend of power and agility
and delivers a reduced
environmental footprint.
J U N E 2 024 // 95

NEW ERA IN ALL-MOUNTAIN SKI BOOTS
© photo : Florian Monot
With the launch of the new SHADOW, Lange is embarking on a new era.
The culmination of several years of work in the shadows, our new piste
showpiece highlights the expertise and quest for performance that have run
through our veins right from the start, emphasising more than ever the elusive
concept of fit.
lange-boots.com

LANGE//
FOR STOCKISTS VISIT WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ/BRANDS/LANGE
Photo: Florian Monot
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//FEATURED BOOTS
LANGE//SHADOW 115 W GW
RRP: $1,099.00
Category: Groomers / All Mountain
Length: 22.0 – 27.5
Width: L.V 97mm / M.V 100mm
Weight: 1775g size 24.5
More power and more control with less
energy. The women’s Lange Shadow
115 ski boots bring a new level of power
transfer, vibration absorption and comfort
to all-mountain skiing. Our Assisted
Performance System amplifies your
input to the boot through the mechanical
advantage of our Dual Pivot and
Suspension Blade technology. Balance,
Comfort and Performance. Grip Walk
Sole.
LANGE//RS 70 SC
RRP: $599.00
Category: Race / Groomers
Length: 21.5 – 28.5
Width: 97mm
Weight: 1607 g
Power and Precision. The new RS 70 SC
is the result of our deep understanding
foot mechanics, fit, and ski boot behavior.
Our new, race-developed Dual Core
technology supplies incredible rebound
and flex control for total control through
the turn. The anatomic shell design
perfectly integrates with our new
thermo-formable Dual 3D liner to deliver
unparalleled comfort, precision, and
power transmission. Alpine Sole
LANGE//LX LX 120 HV GW
RRP: $899.00
Category: Groomers / All Mountain
Length: 24.0 – 31.5
Width: HV 102mm
Weight: 1860 g size 26.5
Lange’s legendary performance
concentrated in a more comfortable,
wider boot. Based on the “choose your
fit” concept, the new LX 120 HV GW all
mountain boot now offers a new width
of 102 mm at the front of the foot. If you
have wide feet and are looking for high
performance in a comfortable ski boot,
then the LX is the right choice for you.
External screw canting and Grip Walk
Sole.
LANGE//SHADOW 120 GW
RRP: $1099.00
Category: Groomers / All Mountain
Length: 24.0 – 31.5
Width: LV 97mm / MV100mm
Weight: 1970g size 26.5
The 1st Assisted Performance System.
Suspension Blade and Dual Pivot
technology deliver enhanced leverage for
more power with less effort. Vibration
dampening, increased rebound and
consistent flex are all benefits of this new
boot technology. Grip Walk Sole.
J U N E 2 024 // 97

SPY OPTIC//WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ/COLLECTIONS/SNOW
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//FEATURED CLOTHING
SPY//MARAUDER
RRP: From $399.99
The Marauder. Insane peripherals
with a frameless style, maximum
venting power, and SPY’s ultra-secure
magnetic Deadbolt lens change
system. Tack on a free premium bonus
lens and Marauder is sure to be your
newest partner in pow-plundering
crime.
SPY//MEGALITH
RRP: From $299.99
The Megalith is a retro-inspired
goggle that provides crystal clear
views to the edge of your peripherals.
Equipped with SPY+’s therapeutic
HAPPY Lens and made with 30%
plant-based materials, the Megalith
has checked the vibe so you can focus
on the ride.
SPY//MARSHALL 2.0
RRP: From $319.99
The Marshall has gotten a major
attitude adjustment. We’ve taken the
revered goggle that everyone knows
and loves and added a toric lens that
delivers insane visibility. The Marshall
2.0 is a universal fuss-free goggle with
legendary style.
SPY//CRUSHER ELITE
RRP: From $319.99
High performance without the high
price, the Crusher Elite is a mid-sized
go-getter that combines an anti-fog
dual-lens with anti-scratch protection,
triple-layer ergonomic face foam with
fleece, and 100% UV protection to deliver
clear vision and all-day comfort in an
over-the-glass friendly goggle.
98// S K I A N DSNOW.CO.NZ

ANON//WWW.ANONOPTICS.COM
ANON//
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//FEATURED CLOTHING
ANON//OSLO OSLO WAVECEL®
RRP: $389.99
Close-to-Head Fit
WaveCel® Technology
BOA® Fit System
Fidlock®
Fixed Vents
Snow Stopper Fabric
ANON//M4S GOGGLES
(CYLINDRICAL)
RRP: $474.90
Magnetic Facemask Integration
Magna-Tech®
Bonus Lens Included
PERCEIVE Lens
Anon Cylindrical Lens Technology
ANON//SYNC
RRP: $313.40
Magnetic Facemask Integration
Bonus Lens Included
M-Fusion Latch Lens Change
PERCEIVE Lens
Anon Cylindrical Lens Technology
ANON//WM3 MFI GOGGLE
WM3 MFI GOGGLE
RRP: $417.90
Anon Cylindrical Lens Technology
Magnetic Facemask Integration
Bonus Lens Included
Magna-Tech®
PERCEIVE Lens

SMITH OPTIC//WWW.SMITHOPTICS.CO.NZ
SPORTIVE/
2023 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//FEATURED GOGGLES
SMITH//VENTURE
RRP:$399.99
Where snow falls, the Smith Venture sunglasses
provide essential eye protection for alpine
adventures. Removable side shields guard
against glare from snow, rock, and ice.
ChromaPop lens technology enhances terrain
visibility. Autolock hinges facilitate easy wear,
and iconic round frames ensure style whether
glissading or relaxing post-adventure.
SMITH//4DMAG
RRP:$499.99
Experience unparalleled vision with the 4D MAG
goggles, featuring BirdsEye Vision for a 25%
wider field of view than the I/O MAG. Enhanced
Smith MAG integrates dual locking mechanisms
for swift lens changes. BirdsEye Vision with
ChromaPop ensures crystal-clear detail for
conquering untracked terrain with confidence.
SMITH//SQUAD SQUAD XL
RRP:$279.99
The Squad XL is Smith’s largest
cylindrical goggle. The massive
cylindrical lens is made from molded
carbonic-x material so it’s tough,
but still has Fog-X technology and
ChromaPop lens innovation for
crystal clear vision. Its oversized
semi rimless frame comes with a
larger strap and fully integrated
connection point for added function
without extra parts. Essential tech
and maximum size ensure optimal
riding days.
SMITH//PURSUIT
PURSUIT
RRP:$419.99
In the backcountry, the Smith Pursuit
sunglasses excel. Combining goggle-like
coverage with sunglasses’ comfort, they
adapt to climbing and descending. The
ChromaPop Glacier Photochromic
lens adjusts to light changes, enhancing
color and contrast. Removable magnetic
side shields and adjustable temple arms
provide customization. A pack-friendly,
screwless hinge and low-profile case
ensure hassle-free storage.
SMITH//SUMMIT SUMMIT MIPS
RRP:$459.99
Lightweight and versatile, the
Summit snow helmet is perfect
for backcountry touring and
ski mountaineering. Triplecertified
for global alpine ski
and mountaineering standards,
it blends minimalism with
mountaineering-specific features.
Zonal Koroyd and MIPS
impact protection, Smith custom
BOA 360 Fit System, and
external bungee loops for pack
attachment ensure safety and
convenience.

free 110
© Photo : Aubin Vayseere
FREE YOUR WAY
One ski to rule them all—introducing the
all-new Sender Free 110, a big mountain
slayer that blends Air Tip Technology with
Titanal underfoot, a progressive shape,
and Rossignol’s patented Damp Tech to
let you thrive in the terrain that drives you.
Built using 100 percent renewable energy
under Rossignol’s sustainable Respect
program, point your tips squarely at the
future..
rossignol.com

MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT//
OUTDOOR ACTION // WWW.OUTDOORACTION.CO.NZ
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//FEATURED CLOTHING
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT //
GARWHAL WOMEN’S JACKET
RRP: $499.00
A lightweight, comfortable and
highly packable GORE-TEX
PACLITE® waterproof jacket.
Using GORE-TEX PACLITE®
throughout this is a jacket that
can be comfortably worn all day
when the weather dictates but
packs away unnoticed when not
required. Mountain Equipment’s
Women’s Alpine fit removes excess
fabric whilst still allowing room for
warmer layers, our proven Mountain
Hood provides an essential refuge
from windblown rain.
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT //
SALTORO MEN’S JACKET
RRP: $599.00
A lightweight and protective
waterproof shell with hybrid GORE-
TEX construction for trekking and
backpacking in the mountains.
GORE-TEX 75D and GORE-TEX
PACLITE fabric are combined to give
a lightweight, comfortable shell that
retains the durability required for
regular use with a pack. The Alpine fit is
completely unrestrictive for all day use
and the proven Mountain HC Hood is a
reliable refuge in the worst weather.
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT //
FROSTLINE MEN’S JACKET
RRP: $499.00
An ultralight narrow baffled duvet with
a weather-resistant shell for alpinists and
trekkers needing extra warmth and a
tiny pack size.
A minimalist, low bulk down jacket
that provides essential extra insulation
on fast moving days. DRILITE® Loft
shell fabric gives impressive weather
resistance for added peace of mind in
exposed situations and a protective hood
extends the Frostline’s range further still.
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT //
PARTICLE HOODED WOMEN’S
JACKET
RRP: $349.00
The Particle Hooded Women’s Jacket by
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT is a versatile
hybrid insulation that can be worn as a
lightweight outer or super warm midlayer
for any cold weather activity.
Filled with Polarloft® Featherless
insulation the Particle Hooded Women’s
Jacket by MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT has
the feel and warmth of down in a resilient
layer that thrives on big mountaineering
and ski-touring days.
Stretch fleece panels reduce bulk and
ensure this is a jacket you can move in,
however technical the ground.

THE WORLD’S
WARMEST BASELAYER ®
Now available in Australia and New Zealand, Japanese baselayer brand Zerofit has created a range of game-changing, best-in-class
products that allow skiers and snowboarders to stay warm on the slopes, even in the coldest of conditions.
Designed by a passionate team of innovators and baselayer specialists, the Zerofit Heatrub Ultimate is the most technically
advanced baselayer on the planet and completely different to any other product you’ve ever worn before.
WHAT MAKES IT SO GOOD?
1. It’s five times warmer than a
standard baselayer
That is quite a claim, but it’s a fact. Tested at the
iconic Boken Institute in Osaka, the Heatrub
Ultimate baselayer recorded a Heat Retention
Rating of 0.78; a standard product would have a
rating of between 0.1 to 0.14, while a jumper
would typically have a rating of 0.3. The Ultimate
performs best in a temperature range of -10°
Celsius thru 10° Celsius, making it an essential
piece of kit for the whole season.
3. Fewer layers, greater
warmth and freedom to move
The Ultimate is the ideal product for skiers
and snowboarders who dislike traditional
tight baselayers. Previously, you may have
‘layered up’ in order to combat the effects
of cold weather – however, bulky layers
can restrict your movements. This is where
we are changing the game. The Ultimate is
so good at keeping you warm, you won’t
need these multiple additional layers..
2. Instant warmth the moment 4. Heat Threads for top-totoe
warmth this winter
you put it on
A standard baselayer traps body heat between Innovative ‘Heat Threads’ positioned on
your skin and the material, so it takes a little time the inside of the garment gently rub
before you feel the benefits. With the Heatrub against your skin as you move, which
Ultimate, five separate fabrics, along with a creates positive warmth across your body.
patented knitting process, create instant warmth We also produce Heatrub Ultimate
as soon as you pull it on. While other brands rely Leggings and Socks that are made from
on compression for heat, our unique fabric mix the same material and work in exactly the
means you don’t need the tightness in order for it same way, so you can have top-to-toe
to work, making it super comfortable too. warmth with Zerofit.
Five times
warmer than
a standard
baselayer
No need for
multiple
additional
layers – a gamechanger
Instant heat
the minute you
put it on
Heating
from top
to toe
READER OFFER!
Buy any Zerofit baselayer and receive a
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Worth $39.95 using code ADV001
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ADAPTABLE WARMTH THE HEATRUB
MOVE BASELAYER
The Ultimate baselayer is perfect for the
coldest of conditions, but it is
complemented by the Heatrub Move
($109.95), which is twice as warm as a
standard baselayer and ideal for more
active and accomplished skiers and
snowboarders who will build up a sweat.
The Move features a 45% polypropylene
construction on the inside of the
baselayer and a hollow polyester shell that
combine for this concept of ‘Adaptable
Warmth’, keeping you cosy when you’re at
a standstill yet regulating temperature
and ensuring you don’t overheat as the
day goes on. The construction removes
sweat from the skin and evaporates it off
the surface of the baselayer quickly, so
that nasty feeling of ‘cold sweat’ never
materialises, and the product has been
innovated to work best in a temperature
range of between -5° and 12° Celsius.
Zerofit Heatrub Ultimate baselayer (available in Black, Grey and Navy) – $129.95 ■ Zerofit Heatrub Ultimate leggings (available in Black) – $129.95
■ Zerofit Heatrub Ultimate socks (available in Black) - $49.95 ■ Zerofit Heatrub Move baselayer (available in Black, White and Titanium) - $109.95
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K2/RECKONER 102 $1199.00
FEATURES: Reckoner 102: Versatile twin-tip ski with freestyle influence. Loved
for its playfulness and agility on the mountain, from powder to park.
WWW.K2SNOW.COM/EN-NZ
BLACK CROWS/SERPO SERPO $1699.95
FEATURES: On and off-piste carving ski, progressive front rocker, light rear rocker,
classic camber, double titanal plate underfoot. W: 93mm, W: 3500g, Radius: 20m
WWW.BLACK-CROWS.NZ
BLACK CROWS/ARTIS
$1699.95
FEATURES: Versatile big mountain ski, double rocker, classic medium camber, slightly straight
sidecut, progressive tip flotation and a firm flex. W: 105mm, W: 3600g, Radius: 20m
WWW.BLACK-CROWS.NZ
BLACK CROWS/JUSTIS
$1799.95
FEATURES: A powerful all-terrain ski aimed at wider adventures.
Progressive rocker in the front, classic camber, double titanal
H-plates, aluminium tail insert. W: 100mm, W: 4100g, Radius: 21m
WWW.BLACK-CROWS.NZ
BLACK CROWS/CHAMOX CHAMOX $1,499.95
FEATURES: All-terrain and freestyle ski with a double rocker, medium camber
underfoot, slightly straight sidecut. W: 97mm, W: 3450g, Radius: 20m
WWW.BLACK-CROWS.NZ
BLACK CROWS/MIRUS COR $1699.95
FEATURES: High performance, freestyle and carving resort ski, double
rocker with split tail, medium camber and mono titanal plate. W: 87mm,
W: 3590g, Radius: 13m
WWW.BLACK-CROWS.NZ
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//
DYNASTAR/E-CROSS 82 (ALL MOUNTAIN / WOMEN’S SPECIFIC) $1399.90 (Includes Look Xpress W 11 Binding)
FEATURES: S.C 129-82-111. R13m (167). Hybrid 2.0 Tri-Directional Laminate Wood / PU Core, Fiberglas
Sandwich, Full Length Sidewall, Directional Rocker. Adaptive Sidecut.
Lengths; 150-158-167-175cm.
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
DYNASTAR/MENACE 80 (FREE SKI / JUNIOR - YOUTH) $749.90 (Includes Look Xpress 10 Binding)
FEATURES: 110-80-103. R20m (168), Poplar Wood Core, Tip and Tail Rocker, Fiberglass Sandwich,
Cap construction. Lengths; 138-148-158-168-178cm.
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
DYNASTAR/E-LITE 8 (PISTE CARVE / WOMEN SPECIFIC) $1499.90 (Includes Look Konect NX 112 Binding)
FEATURES: S.C S.C 124-75-109. R12m (158), Hybrid Poplar / PU core, Titanal Rocket Frame, Fiberglass Torsion
Box, Sandwich, Titanal V-Tech Insert, full Sidewall. Look NX Konect Binding Lengths; 149-158-166cm.
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
DYNASTAR/M M CROSS 78 (ALL MOUNTAIN) $999.90 (Includes Look Xpress 11 Binding)
FEATURES: S.C 124-78-110. R13m (164) Hybrid poplar / PU core, Fiberglass
Sandwich, Full Sidewall. Look Xpress11 Binding.
Lengths; 148-156-164-172-178cm.
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
DYNASTAR/SPEED SPEED 263 (PISTE CARVE) $949.90 (Includes Look Xpress10 Binding))
FEATURES: S.C 124-78-110. R12m (156cm) Hybrid Poplar- PU Core,
Fiberglass sandwich, Full Sidewall, Xpress 11 Binding, Lengths;142-149-156-163cm
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
DYNASTAR/763 (PISTE CARVE) $1499.90 (Include Look Konect NX 12 Binding)
FEATURES: S.C 124-75-109. R15m (174cm) Hybrid Poplar / PU Core,
Titanal V-Tech Insert, 3D Profile Fiberglass sandwich, Full Sidewall. Tip
Rocker, Sintered Base. Look NX Konect Binding Lengths; 166-174-182cm.
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ

KEEP SKIING LONGER
SKI MOJO: One minute to install, feel 20 years younger
Developed using medical insights Ski Mojo is a device that uses spring
recoil technology to take up to a third of the strain off the legs and knees by
providing kinetic energy to assist leg extension.
Since its launch in 2007 the Ski Mojo has been developed and honed
into the latest version. The Ski Mojo works like an exoskeleton for the
legs consisting of a lightweight comfortable harness with neoprene knee
supports containing powerful springs. Ski Mojo enables the wearer to
ski for longer and avoids the leg pain and fatigue they would otherwise
experience.
This supplements the power of your leg muscles and reduces the effects
of impact significantly reducing pain in legs and knees. No more thigh burn
and late session fatigue.
It is an exoskeleton for the legs worn discreetly and invisibly under your ski
trousers. The power to engage the support is easily turned on and off by
switches which are easily accessible, even with ski gloves on.
• Quick and easy to use
• Comfortable
• One size fits all
• Suitable for skiers,
snowboarders, telemarkers
• Get more value for money
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Get rid of your pain, Increase your safety
Boost your thighs - Relieve your hips and back - Reduce the pressure on
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The spring stores energy when knees are bending - it releases this energy
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PRET/FURY X (MEN) VISION X (WOMEN)
RRP: $399.90
MIPS Equipped. In Mold Shell, Optimized Impact
Protection, Haelo Antimicrobial EPS, Adjustable
Ventilation, Low profile / Light Weight. X-Static
liner, Fidlock magnetic buckle, Audio ready.
Detachable ear covers.
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
PRET/LYRIC X (WOMEN) CYNIC X (MEN)
RRP: $299.90
MIPS Equipped. In Mold Shell, Haelo Antimicrobial
EPS, Direct Ventilation, Low profile / Light Weight.
X-Static liner, Fidlock magnetic buckle, Audio
ready. Detachable ear covers
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
SMITH/METHOD METHOD MIPS
RRP: $299.99
Method helmet: Latest safety tech with
Mips® and Zonal KOROYD® for crash
absorption. Minimalist design, eight
vents, AirEvac tech for airflow and fogfree
goggles. Ready for action.
WWW.SMITHOPTICS.CO.NZ
SPY//GALACTIC MIPS
RRP: $219.99
Snug Life Adjustable Fit
System, Passive Ventilation
System, 2 Interchangeable
Brims, Goggle Retention Strap
WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
SPY//LIL
GALACTIC MIPS
RRP: $219.99
Snug Life Adjustable Fit System, Passive
Ventilation System, 2 Interchangeable
Brims, Goggle Retention Strap
WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//
K2/PASSPORT
RRP: $1,099.95
Passport 2024: All-mountain freeride snowboard
for intermediate to advanced riders. Features
ICG 10 Triax Carbon Fiberglass, A1 Core—
lightweight, snappy, durable, and responsibly
sourced.
WWW.K2SNOW.COM
K2/RECON BOA 130
RRP: $1,559.00
The Recon 130 BOA®: Highperformance
boot with BOA®
Fit System. MultiFit Last
ensures precision fit. Features
Powerlite Shell, FastFit Instep,
and Gripwalk outsoles.
WWW.K2SNOW.COM
SCARPA/4-QUATTRO XT SKI BOOT
RRP: $1699.99
Sensitivity, precision and sustainability
come together in the 4-QUATTRO XT to
make it the perfect all-day boot, both on
and off piste.
A low stand height and flex index of 130
provide incredible impulse transmission
and performance, making this boot ideal
for expert skiers.
WWW.SOUTHERNAPPROACH.CO.NZ
LANGE/SHADOW 130 GW
RRP: $1,249.00
Flex 130, Last MV100mm & LV
97mm. PU Shell & Cuff, Dual Core,
Suspension Blade, Dual Pivot Shell
Technology, Auxetic Construction
Liner, Reactive Boost Tongue, 40mm
Velcro Power Strap. Gripwalk® Sole.
Sizes 24.0-31.5
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
LANGE/RS 130
RRP: $1,199.00
Flex130, Last MV100mm &
LV97mm. Polyether Shell &
Cuff, Dual screw canting, Dual
3D WC Liner, Cam Lock 40mm
power Strap, Alpine Sole.
Sizes; 24.0-30.5
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
LANGE/LX LX 130 HV GW
RRP: $999.00
Flex 130, Last 102mm. PU Shell
/ Lyfran Cuff, External Screw
Canting, Sport Footbed, 45mm
Power Strap. Gripwalk® Sole.
Sizes 24.0 – 31.5
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
LANGE/SHADOW 95 W GW
RRP: $999.00
Flex 95, Last MV100mm & LV97mm Last,
PU Shell & Cuff. Dual Core, Suspension
Blade, Dual Pivot Shell Technology, 40mm
Power Strap, Auxetic Construction Liner.
Gripwalk® Sole.
Sizes 22.0 - 27.5
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
LANGE/LX LX 85 W GW
RRP: $799.00
Flex 85, Last 102mm. PU Shell / Polyolefin
Cuff, External Screw Canting, Custom 3
Liner, Shin Control Tongue, Thinsulate
Thermal insulation. 30mm Power strap.
Gripwalk® Sole.
Sizes 22.0 - 27.5
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
LANGE/RSJ 65
RRP: $429.00
Flex 65, Junior Last. PU
Shell / Lyfran Cuff, Junior
Liner, 30mm Power Strap, 4
Micro Adjust Alu Buckles.
Alpine Sole.
Sizes 22.0 – 27.5
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ

FUBUKI: Niseko 2.0 (Sand)
incredibly warm, astoundingly
light, exceptionally comfortable.

SUNSAVER/CLASSIC POWER BANK
RRP:$129.00
Built tough for the outdoors, this
16,000mAh power bank is the ultimate
charging companion
WWW.SUNSAVER.CO.NZ
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//
SUNSAVER/POWER-BOOST
RRP:$129.00
With 10-Watt of solar charging power, keep
your devices charged straight from the sun
WWW.SUNSAVER.CO.NZ
BCA/FLOAT E2 45L
RRP: $2,499.00
The Float E2-45 is our burliest pack,
specifically designed for pros, ski patrollers,
guides, and those heading out for long
tours and overnights
WWW.BACKCOUNTRYACCESS.COM.EN-NZ
XTORM/FOLDABLE WIRELESS TRAVEL
CHARGER 3-IN-1
RRP: $179.00
Compact, foldable charger wirelessly powers
your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods -
perfect for travel with included cable.
WWW.OUTDOORACTION.CO.NZ
KEA OUTDOORS/SURVIVAL SURVIVAL KIT
RRP: $40.00-$50.00
KEA Gear Packs are built for purpose and contain all
the essential gear required to pack or refill your outdoor
survival kit.
WWW.KEAOUTDOORS.COM
KEA OUTDOORS/KEA KIT
RRP: $80.00 (GO) - $120.00 (XL)
KEA KIT GO & XL are Outdoor Survival Systems to
help pack essential safety gear. GO for on the move and
the XL for vehicle/basecamp
WWW.KEAOUTDOORS.COM
XTORM/USB-C TO LIGHTING CABLE (1.5M)
RRP: $59.95
Ultra-tough cable with Kevlar® reinforced core
and nylon braiding. Withstands 100,000+ bends
and comes with a lifetime warranty.
WWW.OUTDOORACTION.CO.NZ
XTORM/USB TO LIGHTING CABLE (1.5M)
RRP: $54.95
Ultra-strong, Kevlar®-reinforced cable
withstands 100,000+ bends and supports up to
100kg. Backed by a lifetime warranty.
WWW.OUTDOORACTION.CO.NZ
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT/TUPILAK TUPILAK 14
VEST PACK
RRP: $329.00
Durable, lightweight, 14-litre vest pack with
water-resistant construction, convenient pockets,
comfortable harness, and features for carrying
climbing gear.
WWW.OUTDOORACTION.CO.NZ
THAT’S IT/SPF30+ LIP BALM
RRP: $17.50
Give your lips some love when you
are on the ski field this winter with our
SPF30+ Manuka Oil Lip Balm. Made
in NZ and built to protect your lips
against the harsh winter sun.
WWW.THATSIT.NZ
LENZ//LITHIUM LITHIUM PACK RCB 1800
RRP: $399.90
Battery Pack (2 Batteries) Power
Supply up to 20 hours compatible
with Gloves, Socks and Mitts. Blue
Tooth control and Manual operation.
(1200 Battery Pack $349.00)
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
RAB/KHROMA SKI PACK
RRP: $549.95
The Khroma ski pack is designed for the
backcountry. Featuring the Spectra® fibres, gear
loops, ice axe attachments, and rapid access to
avalanche equipment. Available in 30L and 38L.
W: 1.22 kg
WWW.OUTFITTERS.CO.NZ

SPY//MARAUDER
RRP:$399.99 SPECS: Happy Boost Technology,
Deadbolt lens change system, Rise ventilation
system, ARC Tech
WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
SPY//MARAUDER SE
RRP:$399.99 SPECS: Happy Lens Technology,
Deadbolt lens change system, Rise ventilation
system, ARC Tech
WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
SPY//MEGALITH
RRP:$289.99 SPECS: Happy Lens Technology, ARC Tech,
Rise Ventilation System, Over The Glasses Compatible,
Helmet Compatible
WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//
SPY//CRUSHER ELITE
RRP:$119.99 SPECS: Over The Glasses Compatible, Rise
Ventilation System, Helmet Compatible, 3X Isotron Face
Foam WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
SPY//CRUSHER
RRP:$69.99 SPECS: Over The Glasses Compatible, Rise
Ventilation System, Helmet Compatible, 3X Isotron Face
Foam WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
ANON//M4S GOGGLES (CYLINDRICAL)
RRP:$459.99 SPECS: Magnetic Facemask Integration
Magna-Tech®
Bonus Lens Included
PERCEIVE Lens
Anon Cylindrical Lens Technology
WWW.ANONOPTICS.COM
SMITH//VENTURE
RRP:$359.99 SPECS: Smith Venture sunglasses: Alpine eye
protection with removable side shields. ChromaPop lens
tech enhances terrain view. Autolock hinges for easy use.
Iconic round frames for style. WWW.SMITHOPTICS.CO.NZ
SMITH//SQUAD SQUAD XL
RRP:$279.99 SPECS: The Squad XL is Smith’s
largest cylindrical goggle. The massive
cylindrical lens is made from molded
carbonic-x material so it’s tough, but still has
Fog-X technology and ChromaPop lens
innovation for crystal clear vision.
WWW.SMITHOPTICS.CO.NZ
SMITH//4DMAG
4DMAG
RRP:$499.99 SPECS: Experience unparalleled vision
with the 4D MAG goggles, featuring BirdsEye
Vision for a 25% wider field of view than the
I/O MAG. Enhanced Smith MAG integrates
dual locking mechanisms for swift lens changes.
WWW.SMITHOPTICS.CO.NZ
SMARTWOOL//SNOWBOARD SNOWBOARD FULL
CUSHION IGUCHI PATTERN SOCKS
RRP: $65.00 SPECS: Designed in
partnership with Bryan Iguchi and made
with a 4 Degree elite fit system.
WWW.SMARTWOOL.CO.NZ
SMARTWOOL//SKI SKI TARGETED
CUSHION EXTRA STRETCH SOCKS
RRP: $60.00 SPECS: Targeted cushioning
with body-mapped mesh zones for added
breathability.
WWW.SMARTWOOL.CO.NZ
SMARTWOOL//SKI SKI ZERO CUSHION
CHASING MOUNTAINS PRINT SOCKS
RRP: $60.00 SPECS: Zero cushioning with
body-mapped mesh zones for added
breathability.
WWW.SMARTWOOL.CO.NZ

SPY//MARSHALL 2.0
RRP:$319.99 SPECS: Happy Lens Technology, ARC
Tech, Rise Ventilation System, Helmet Compatible,
3X Isotron Face Foam
WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
SPY//LEGACY
RRP:$399.99 SPECS: Happy Lens Technology, Spare
Lens, Lock Steady 2 Lens Change System, Over The
Glasses Compatible
WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
SPY//LEGACY SE
RRP:$399.99 SPECS: Happy Lens Technology, Spare
Lens, Lock Steady 2 Lens Change System, Over The
Glasses Compatible
WWW.SPYOPTIC.CO.NZ
ANON//WM3
RRP:$379.99 SPECS: Anon Cylindrical Lens Technology
Magnetic Facemask Integration
Bonus Lens Included
Magna-Tech®
PERCEIVE Lens
WWW.ANONOPTICS.COM
ANON//SYNC
RRP:$299.99 SPECS: Magnetic Facemask Integration
Bonus Lens Included
M-Fusion Latch Lens Change
PERCEIVE Lens
Anon Cylindrical Lens Technology
WWW.ANONOPTICS.COM
DRAGON//NFX NFX MAG OTG
RRP:$430.00 SPECS: NFX MAG OTG snow goggles. utilizes
the ultra-fast and super-secure Swiftlock Magnetics
lens changing system and proprietary Lumalens Colour
Optimized lenses. armored venting, helmet compatibility,
and OTG compatibility. NFX MAG OTG.
WWW.DRAGONALLIANCE.COM.AU/NZ/
2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//
SMITH//PURSUIT
PURSUIT
RRP:$419.99 SPECS: EIn the backcountry, the Smith
Pursuit sunglasses excel. Combining goggle-like
coverage with sunglasses’ comfort, they adapt to
climbing and descending.
WWW.SMITHOPTICS.CO.NZ
ZEROFIT/HEATRUB SOCKS AND LEGGINGS
RRP: ($49.95/$129.95) SPECS: Made from the
exact same material as the Ultimate Baselayer,
the matching Ultimate Socks and Leggings work
to keep you warm in the same way, utilising
Heat Threads on the inside of the garments that
generate warmth instantly, giving you top-to-toe
warmth this winter. WWW.ZEROFIT.COM.AU
SMARTWOOL//SKI SKI TARGETED
CUSHION SNOW BUNNY SOCKS
RRP: $60.00 SPECS: Made for a narrower
heel and slimmer, women’s-specific fit.
WWW.SMARTWOOL.CO.NZ
SMARTWOOL//SKI SKI ZERO CUSHION
EXTRA STRETCH SOCKS
RRP: $60.00 SPECS: Zero cushion and
made for a narrower heel and slimmer,
women’s-specific fit.
WWW.SMARTWOOL.CO.NZ
LENZ//LENZ HEAT SOCK 6.1
RRP: $229.90 (Battery Pack Additional)
SPECS: Polyamid 55%, Merino 35%,
Elastane 10%, Full Toe Cap Heat
Filament. Sizes 35-38, 39-41, 42-44, 45-47.
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ

2024 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//
LENZ//HEAT GLOVE 6.0 FINGER
CAP MITTENS WOMEN
RRP: $399.90 (Battery Pack Additional)
SPECS: 52% Goat leather outer. Full
Finger wrap heat element. Sizes XS (6),
S (7), M (8), L (9)
WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ
OUTDOOR RESEARCH//ARETE ARETE II
GORE-TEX GLOVES
RRP: $189.99 SPECS: Modular insulated
GORE-TEX® protection with warm and
wicking removable lightweight merino
wool liners. Dextrous, waterproof
protection ideal for adventures in the
snow. WWW.BIVOUAC.CO.NZ
BEAR COTTAGE//POSSUM FUR
MERINO WOOL KNITWEAR GLOVES
RRP: $29.00 SPECS: A unique and
luxurious blend of NZ possum fur and
pure NZ merino lambswool.
35% Possum Fur, 55% Merino
Lambswool, 10% Mulberry Silk.
WWW.BEARCOTTAGE.CO.NZ
ZEROFIT/HEATRUB ULTIMATE BASELAYER
RRP: $129.95 SPECS: Japanese apparel specialist
Zerofit are now keeping skiers and snowboarders
in Australia and New Zealand warmer than
ever on the slopes, with their Heatrub Ultimate
Baselayer that has been independently tested
and proven to be FIVE TIMES WARMER than a
standard product
That’s quite a claim, but here’s the science to back
it up. The Heatrub Ultimate was independently
tested for heat retention levels at the Boken
Quality Evaluation Institute, Japan’s leading
comprehensive testing organisation that evaluates
clothing and textiles.
A standard baselayer would have a heat retention
rating in the region of 0.1-0.14. Testing at the
Institute showed the Heatrub Ultimate to have a
rating of 0.78, five times warmer than a regular
baselayer product, in temperatures as low as
minus 10° Celsius. But how does it work?
Technologically enhanced ‘Heat Threads’ inside
the garment are activated through even the
slightest of movements, gently brushing against
the skin to generate warmth instantly.
Unlike most other baselayers, the Ultimate does
not work on the basis of ‘compression for heat’
– so not only does it provide greater levels of
warmth, but it does so with a less restrictive fit,
giving you maximum range of movement on the
slopes.
Available in black, grey or navy in sizes XS-XXXL
WWW.ZEROFIT.COM.AU
ZEROFIT/HEATRUB MOVE BASELAYER RRP:
$109.95 SPECS: The most versatile product in the
Zerofit Collection, the Heatrub Move Baselayer
offers twice as much warmth as a standard
baselayer, but separate innovations within the
construction of the garment also wick away
moisture and provide temperature regulation
perfection, so as your day progresses, you won’t
overheat. WWW.ZEROFIT.COM.AU
ZEROFIT/HEATRUB MOVE HOODIE
RRP: $109.95 SPECS: The perfect layer to wear
over the base, the Heatrub Move Hoodie is
manufactured using the same innovations as the
baselayer of the same name, but the looser fit
allows for maximum comfort and versatility, as
well as delivering outstanding levels of warmth.
WWW.ZEROFIT.COM.AU
RAB/KHROMA FREERIDE GTX GLOVES
RRP: $339.95 SPECS: The Khroma Freeride
GTX Gloves offer the ultimate combination of
warmth, dryness, protection and flexibility.
WWW.OUTFITTERS.CO.NZ
RAB//RYVOAN HOODY
RYVOAN HOODY
RRP: $239.95 SPECS: Functional, comfortable and built with
Thermic stretch fleece, this hoody features a soft fabric hood
and stretch bindings at the hood, cuffs, and hem.
WWW.OUTFITTERS.CO.NZ

Merino made
for more time
on the mountain
www.smartwool.co.nz

OUTDOOR RESEARCH//SNOWCREW SNOWCREW ANORAK
RRP: $529.99 SPECS: Designed for skiers and snowboarders.
56%-recycled waterproof, breathable shell fabric and
85%-recycled synthetic insulation. Features adjustable hood,
powder skirt and adjustable hem. WWW.BIVOUAC.CO.NZ
OUTDOOR RESEARCH//CARBIDE CARBIDE JACKET
RRP: $499.99 SPECS: Waterproof, 3-layer Pertex® Shield jacket.
Adjustable helmet-compatible hood, pit zips, a powder skirt,
adjustable hem and cuff closures to keep snow and wind gusts
out, forearm ski pass pocket and a double-separating front zip.
WWW.BIVOUAC.CO.NZ
OUTDOOR RESEARCH//SNOWCREW SNOWCREW JACKET
RRP: $549.99 SPECS: Designed for skiers and snowboarders.
56%-recycled waterproof, breathable shell fabric and 85%-recycled
synthetic insulation. Features adjustable hood, pit zips, powder
skirt, forearm ski pass pocket and a double-separating front zip.
WWW.BIVOUAC.CO.NZ
RAB//KHROMA KINETIC JACKET
RRP: $799.95 SPECS: Lightweight, stretchy and highly breathable,
the Khroma Kinetic is built with Proflex fabric and offers the
protection of a hardshell with the comfort of a softshell.
WWW.OUTFITTERS.CO.NZ
BLACK DIAMOND//RECON STRETCH SKI SHELL
RRP: $799.99 SPECS: Built to handle deep powder days, whether
you’re in-bounds or out, the Recon Strech Ski Shell features
4-way stretch fabric and Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable
BD.dry solution.
WWW.SOUTHERNAPPROACH.CO.NZ
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT//PARTICLE PARTICLE HOODED
MEN'S JACKET
RRP $349.00 SPECS: Lightweight, versatile jacket with
recycled insulation for warmth, windproof shell, and
stretchy panels for freedom of movement.
WWW.OUTDOORACTION.CO.NZ
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT//KYROS MEN’S
JACKET
RRP $1099.00.00 SPECS: Ultralight, weather-resistant
down jacket with WINDSTOPPER® shell and hybrid
baffling for exceptional warmth and protection in harsh
conditions.
WWW.OUTDOORACTION.CO.NZ
RAB//MYTHIC ALPINE JACKET
MYTHIC ALPINE JACKET
RRP: $699.95 SPECS: This ultralight
down jacket offers impressive warmth
and mobility. Featuring a 100% recycled
ultralight 10D outer and Pertex® Quantum
fabric with built-in ripstop for a strong,
durable and weather protective jacket.
WWW.OUTFITTERS.CO.NZ

BLACK DIAMOND //RECON
STRETCH SKI PANTS
RRP: $649.99 SPECS: For the skier
or rider who demands comfort and
mobility for backcountry missions, but
wants ample protection for powder
days on the hill, the Recon Ski Pant
delivers.
Featuring 4-way stretch fabric, this
pant moves with you while the Recon’s
BD.dry waterproof/breathable
solution keeps you dry on deep turns
and storm days.
WWW.SOUTHERNAPPROACH.CO.NZ
OUTDOOR RESEARCH//
SNOWCREW PANTS
RRP: $349.99 SPECS: Fully seam-taped
waterproof, stretchy snow and ski pants
built with 56%-recycled shell fabric
and 85%-recycled insulation. Features
adjustable waist tabs and belt loops,
thigh vents, articulated knees.
WWW.BIVOUAC.CO.NZ
RAB//KHROMA KINETIC PANTS
RRP: $799.95 SPECS: Built for ski touring
and mountaineering when mobility,
weight and breathability are the highest
priority.WWW.OUTFITTERS.CO.NZ
OUTDOOR RESEARCH//
TRAILBREAKER TOUR PANTS
RRP: $399.99 SPECS: A versatile
solution for backcountry touring
and ski mountaineering. Made
from bluesign®-approved softshell
fabric in the upper leg for abrasion
resistance and movement-mirroring
stretch and a waterproof fabric in
the lower leg that sheds snow for
added protection.
WWW.BIVOUAC.CO.NZ
BLACK DIAMOND //RECON BIBS
RRP: $799.99 SPECS: Our full-coverage,
four-way stretch, fully taped 20k/20k
BD.dry waterproof/breathable snow
bibs are perfect for backcountry tours or
stormy resort days.
WWW.SOUTHERNAPPROACH.CO.NZ
OUTDOOR RESEARCH//
ARCHANGEL BIBS
RRP: $1,199.99 SPECS: 3-layer GORE-
TEX® Pro and full mobility with
3-layer GORE-TEX® Pro Stretch
panels on the knees, lower back and
crotch gusset. Features include top to
bottom zips, adjustable venting and
cuff size adjustments to fit climbing
or ski touring boots.
WWW.BIVOUAC.CO.NZ
OUTDOOR RESEARCH//
CARBIDE BIBS
RRP: $499.99 SPECS: Waterproof,
3-layer protection with adjustable
stretchy suspenders. Quickrelease
buckles for comfort, dual
side zips to dump excess heat,
an avalanche beacon-specific
pocket, long right-side zip,
internal stretch mesh gaiters and
reinforced scuff guards.
WWW.BIVOUAC.CO.NZ
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT//POLAR POLAR
EXPEDITION SALOPETTE
RRP $1,149.00 SPECS: Fully proven on
the longest Polar man-haul in history
these Salopettes are the pinnacle of Polar
design. Highly breathable and watherresistant
Electrospun fabric is combined
with POLARTEC® Alpha® insulation in
the areas most susceptible to extreme cold.
Foam knee panels give extra insulation
whilst pitching tents.
WWW.OUTDOORACTION.CO.NZ

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