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it’s cold... 

I am writing this on the 1st of June, and it is cold; we go to print in a week 

and the only word that comes to mind is anticipation. The winter salivation 

has begun, like a dog waiting for dinner you start dribbling for snow, you 

start looking at the weather, storms coming, temperature dropping, the odd 

dump of snow. Then all of a sudden, a big storm hits, and some areas, like Mt 

Dobson get over 2m in one night. 

Each year we go through this same process wishing for an early season but 

knowing regardless it will come. Putting Ski and Snow Magazine together 

you get to see what’s new, what is hot and what is the same. But it is all part 

of building that anticipation which in reality is a major part of any ski season. 

This season, all being well, will go down in history as one of the biggest. We 

know of hotels in some areas that are completely booked out already for the 

season, some took more bookings in one day when the bubble opened with 

Australia than from records began. The likes of Bachcare are up a staggering 

85%. That will put a lot more people on the slopes, which is great for the 

resorts (but possibly not the kiwi locals). 

But stores will sell more, restaurants will cook more, bars will serve and... 

money will flow and with that input of currency things will slowly start to get 

back to normal. It would be foolish to think that it we are back to ‘normal’, that 

will take years if ever. But it is a start, and we know those seeds are sown 

because we can see the pre- booking, so baring a massive covid explosion or 

some other zombie apocalypse. We are on the right track. 

Cheers, Steve Dickinson (Editor) 

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iding high with 

nico porteous 

If Nico Porteous was a rugby player or if he hit a golf ball, he would be on the front 

and centre of the sporting pages throughout New Zealand. But Nico is a halfpipe 

skier, not a main stream sport, so despite being one of the best in the world, little is 

known about Nico outside of the world of skiing. 

Nico is an Olympic bronze medallist, an X Games gold medallist in freeski 

halfpipe and current freeski halfpipe World Champion. He made history at the 

PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games, becoming NZ's youngest Olympic 

medallist when he was just 16 years old. He is New Zealand's first freeskier to earn 

an Olympic medal and the first male New Zealand athlete to medal at the Olympic 

Winter Games. He made history again when he won New Zealand's first Freeski 

SuperPipe X Games gold medal in 2021. 

So we thought we’d find out a little more about Nico, and caught up with him to 

have a chat about life, the pandemic, training, and even his tinder profile! 

Nico in action at the X Games - image compliments of ESPN 

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2020-2021 has been unique in terms of covid, how has the pandemic 

affected you personally and professionally? 

2021 and 2020 have definitely been unique in terms of Covid, you know. 

With there being a global pandemic going on it was a tough decision in 

the first place to even leave home morally. Travelling around where you 

make the problem a lot worse and by doing that it doesn’t really help it, so 

personally that was really tough to make that decision to come overseas 

and to compete. But in terms of professionally, I’ve actually had one of the 

best years of my life. It’s been amazing, I’ve learnt so much about myself 

and my skiing and experienced so many cool things, and in a way it’s been 

really nice staying in places longer than we normally would due to Covid 

travel restrictions. 

X Games in Aspen you won Gold running the right 16 then the left 

how much time and effort had gone into that, can you explain how 

you get to that level – I have watched it several times and still can’t 

get my head around it? 

X-Games was crazy, winning gold was something I’ll never forget, and was 

definitely one of the proudest moments of my life. The right 16 took a lot 

of work, you know, the time and energy that not only myself put into it but 

Tommy, my coach and Cardrona building facilities ,and travelling the world 

chasing this one trick, was definitely tough at times. We did lots of bag 

training, lots of trampoline training, 4 times a week on the trampoline. We 

were lucky to have a bag at Cardrona so we were on that at least 4 times 

a week, and so I learnt it for the first time in Sept 2020 and did it again two 

weeks before X-Games, I guess it just all worked out. There was definitely 

a bit of luck to that but that’s all part of the game. A lot of time and effort went 

into it, around a year and a half. 

When throwing down the right 16 and then the left how much of that 

movement is simply muscle memory and how much is cognitive 

adjustment on the snow and in the air? 

When I do the right 16, a lot of it is definitely muscle memory, at this stage 

at least. I’ve probably only done maybe 20 in my life. So a lot of it is relying 

on muscle memory that I’ve built up. But every single half pipe is different 

and so I have to make minor adjustments from half pipe to half pipe and 

it takes time and sometimes you get it wrong, but the times that you get it 

right it pays off. 

Image courtesy of ESPN 

“X-Games was crazy, 

winning gold was 

something I’ll never forget, 

and was definitely one of 

the proudest moments of 

my life.” 

How did it feel with no crowds there? 

No crowds is such a blessing in disguise cause I’m not someone who 

feeds off the crowds. I kind of like to get into my own zone, so no crowds 

made it feel like another training day which made it easier for sure not 

having 10,000 people screaming their heads off. Na but it was really cool. 

I think it was Tommy who said that he felt it was an advantage in that 

the lack of crowds as it lowered the nerves – is that true? 

100% I definitely felt like it was a positive, and advantage with no crowds 

because it definitely lowered the nerves. Like I said it felt like another 

training day. 

In terms of fear – a lot of that above the lip stuff if it goes wrong could 

end badly does that factor in, do you train that out or simply deal 

with it? 

Fear is a massive thing for me as a pipe skier, obviously it’s present and 

stuff can go really really wrong. But I just kinda trust myself and trust 

my ability and trust all the hard work I’ve put into preparing for that one 

moment. Obviously we’re human and we make mistakes but I just try to 

factor that out and just calculate ever risk as much as I can so we can lower 

the potential of injury. 


In action at the X Games - Image by Tommy Pyatt

I can’t recall the year, but one year at Snow Park Tavis Rice pulled off an amazing 

jump, it was so much more than anyone had done before. I was surprised at his 

fellow athletes’ response; it was not one of appreciation it was ‘now the bar is set way 

too high’. When you pull something together that one else has done – how do others 

respond? 

Yeah, like with the sport progressing so fast these days, all my fellow competitors have been 

super positive and stoked for me and it goes both ways, I’m like as stoked for them that they 

are pushing the limits in different ways. When you pull something together that no one has 

ever done, everyone was just super stoked, we’re a tight knit family as pipe skiers and we’re 

all really good mates. 

In terms of sporting achievement this year X Games and the 1620s was off the scale. 

It did get some coverage in the media – but in my opinion nowhere near enough. Do 

you feel the sport is under represented in mainstream media? 

Thank you very much, I really do appreciate that. In my opinion, this is s such a hard question, 

cause in my situation I’m not in it for the media or the fame, I’m in it just to be myself and to ski 

as best as I possibly can. So I don’t let it phase me if it doesn’t get the media. I just go out there 

and ski and iIf people want to watch it and if they don’t they don’t. Like I said, for me it’s just 

about me going out there and trying to better myself rather than impress someone on media. 

Nearly every professional skier I know carries injuries. Is that an issue for you, is it 

something you are aware of? 

Injuries is a big part of our sport, we’re in a risky sport and we’re putting our bodies on the line 

on a day to day basis, but touch wood, I’m pretty lucky in the fact that I haven’t had anything 

too bad. I broke my foot atter X-Games and made it back just in time for the World Champs, 

Tthat was one of the most stressful injuries I’ve had to deal with in my career. I’m super super 

lucky. I realise it’s something that happens but I just weight up the risks and live my life pretty 

much. 

I asked Tommy if he had any good questions this is what he came up with... 

Have any of the dating apps been working out for you? 

Tommy’s questions – crack up… Dating apps… hmmm don’t really know how to answer this. 

Yeah they haven’t been working out, I’m not really someone who does that. I am on tinder! 

They definitely don’t work out but I’m on there. 

“When you pull something 

together that no one has 

ever done, everyone was 

just super stoked, we’re a 

tight knit family as pipe 

skiers and we’re all really 

good mates.” 

What’s been going on with your hair this season? 

I kind of just thought when I left NZ I knew I was going into lockdown and wouldn’t be able 

to get a haircut for a while so I said, stuff it, you know hair grows back so I thought I’d have a 

bit of fun with it. Something to do while I was sitting at hime. it started off with a red mohawk, 

ran that through X-Games then after Xgames I was sitting at home with a broken foot and I 

thought to shave my head completely with a razor and shaving foam and had a bowling ball 

for a bit. When that grew out I did cheetah print and now I’ve just let the cheetah print grow 

out, not too sure what’s next on the cards, we’ll see. 

You have some new artwork to share? What are these and who did them. (tattoos) 

I got a few tattoos recently this season. While I was sitting at home I did a couple on myself 

with a stick and poke using Indian ink. I got like a lightning, I call it lightning juice, just a cool 

drawing that I did , it’s just a little doodle and a knife on my leg. Another one is a prison bar on 

my ribs done by a friend of mine in Laaks, I was there on a two week free ski break. I had the 

design in mind and he was like, yeah sweet come round. I really like that one. And another 

one on my chest that I drew myself, it’s just a smiling face with a scribble as a brain cause for 

me it represents how sometimes you go through stuff that leaves your brain in a bit of a clutter. 

So I just drew it an now it’s on me for the rest of my life. I’m super stoked with my new tattoos. 

How is Uni going? 

Unis going alright. It’s very hard to juggle training, competing, travelling then sit down on your 

laptop for 5 hours a week and bang out a uni assignment. No slowly ticking along, just doing 

an accounting paper right now. It’s one of those things that it’s definitely hard to juggle but we 

make it work. 


It’s not all work being on the competitive road - Image by Tommy Pyatt

our beautiful 

backyard 

Words by Janina Kuzma 

Let's rewind to early 2020, when flying 

internationally was a regular part of my 

skiing life. I boarded a flight to the capital 

of Indonesia, Jakarta, to meet with the 

Indonesian Government, Minister of 

Tourism, to propose a project to get funding 

for a film project that was in the works to ski 

the last remaining tropical glacier in West 

Papua. I then flew back to Canada for a 

couple of weeks to shoot some ski photos 

before boarding a plane back home to NZ to 

complete my Snow and Ice Training Course 

(Part of the NZMGA ski guide pathway). 

After ten days, I once again boarded a plane 

back to my base in Canada to finish the 

Northern Hemisphere winter. 

During this time, I must say I was pretty 

naive about COVID and thought nothing of 

it. Though I do remember arriving back in 

NZ for the SIG course, there was a separate 

line through immigration for people arriving 

from China due to COVID and thought that 

coming home going through immigration 

was taking longer than usual. Who would 

have thought six weeks later, the whole 

world would come to a standstill. 

The lockdowns happened sooner in 

Canada. RCR Ski Resorts closed on the 

16th of March. The day before Sunday 

the 15th, we had the most epic day skiing 

powder, had made plans to meet up with 

friends the following day, only to receive an 

email just after midnight that the mountain 

would shut for the next week. Receiving 

this email was a massive shock as it was 

without warning (the ski hill would shut for 

the remainder of the season due to COVID). 

Things moved fast in BC with COVID fears. 

Schools closed down immediately, and bars 

and restaurants closed down. Still naive 

with the whole situation and not wanting 

my season to come to an end so abruptly 

left us with only the choice to ski tour. We 

only got in one week of ski touring before 

the BC government closed down National 

Parks, and restrictions were put in place 

Exploring terrain around Muller Hut - Monika Bischof 

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to fine people who were caught backcountry 

skiing. The season had come to an end, 

and we changed our flights and flew home a 

month and a half earlier. Upon arriving home, I 

received a message to turn on the TV to a live 

announcement of an NZ nationwide lockdown 

and MIQ hotel quarantines. Phew, we dodged 

a bullet on the MIQ hotel quarantine and were 

lucky to do this at home in the comfort of our 

own home. With the COVID-19 pandemic 

forcing us to quickly adapt to a new world, it 

opened up an opportunity for me to explore 

my backyard at home in NZ more than ever. 

This has brought a sense of comfort and 

grounding in a way that I never expected. 

At the end of the New Zealand winter, I 

realised that I would have my first ever kiwi 

summer since I started my ski career (34 

back-to-back winters). With restrictions on 

international air travel and the continuous 

border closers meant I couldn't travel back 

to my usual Northern Hemisphere based in 

Canada. It was disappointing to know all my 

film projects were postposed for the upcoming 

winter, and with the added fear of COVID-19, I 

knew it was now time to explore my backyard 

and take a journey of self-discovery in a 

newfound manner of reconnecting with 

summer (it had been a while) and to start to 

tick off my bucket list of backyard adventures. 

But I didn't get too hung up on getting these 

objectives done as I kept my options open to 

all missions this summer. As far as places to 

be, when the whole world is closed off and 

most borders shut, I've lucked out to be home 

in New Zealand. 

The highlight of being home has made me 

realise that we can have quite a long ski 

season here in NZ if you are willing to get out 

there and work for your turns. Yes, there may 

be a bit of bush bashing involved, and it may 

also be a suffer-fest but all character-building 

experiences. It also made me realise that the 

weather can be very tricky. It was especially 

tough last winter, following into spring. Trying to 

organise ski missions was at times frustrating 

and impossible. As quoted from Mark Seddon 

after a failed attempt for a film project, "Dam 

the weather, this spring SUCKS more than 

usual." In saying that, it wasn't all bad. I 

managed to stretch my season out to last 

seven months from June to December, ending 

with a ski mountaineering trip in high summer 

on the West Coast exploring Westland Tai 

Poutini National park. 

Skiing down Christopher Johnson Glacier, Mt Aspiring National Park - Ross Mackay 


Down climbing Mt Liverpool ridge - Ross Mackay 

Dealing with the weather on the West Coast last 

spring was extremely difficult. We were lucky to land at 

Centennial Hut with wind gusts, almost forcing us to land 

with all our equipment low on the Davis Glacier, which 

would not have been ideal. Lucky as we circled the hut, we 

had one window to land, and our pilot gave us the thumbs 

up. Once at Centennial Hut, we had the whole area to 

ourselves. We could still enjoy some epic corn skiing in 

mid-December, tick off some classic ski touring routes, 

and summit some classic peaks. At the same time, we 

enjoyed the long summer days, watching the west coast 

glaciers and views out to the ocean with the most fantastic 

backdrop of a sunset. 

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Exploring Mt Aspiring National Park from my doorstep, to 

climbing the North West face of Mt Aspiring and enjoying 

high summer skiing on the West Coast made me realise 

that in today's world, we don't often get a chance to 

discover something new. Exploring our backyard yard this 

summer was the prescribed ointment to cure my travel itch 

that I feared I would miss, dreaming of faces of untouched 

powder, spines, and pillows. There was no Northern 

Hemisphere winter for me. Still, it was the best summer of 

my life with so many new experiences at home. 

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Navigating through boulders Mt Aspiring National park- Ross Mackay 

This season was about connecting and rejoicing with 

summer, knowing that there is much to explore and many 

adventures to be done right here at home in NZ. COVID 

allowed me to explore New Zealand's unique untamed 

wilderness and national parks. On top of that, I hugely 

minimised my environmental footprint while doing what I 

love the most, fulfilling my adventurous spirit, exploring our 

beautiful backyard. 

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finn bilous 

Skiing in New Zealand is a relatively small sport at the 

professional and semi-professional level, and it does not take 

long to know pretty much everyone. Four or five years ago we 

started working with Finn. He is one of the real characters of 

New Zealand skiing and a really great guy to work with. But 

more than that he is a huge talent. In 2016, at the age of 16, 

Finn won two medals for NZ at the Youth Olympic Winter 

Games in Oslo. Finn won the Breakthrough Season category 

at the 2016 Snow Sports NZ Annual Awards and was a finalist 

for the Emerging Talent award at the 2017 Hallberg Awards. 

Finn was then named to the NZ team to compete at the 2018 

Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang. In 2019 Finn finished 

fifth in Big Air at the Utah 2019 FIS Snowboard, Freestyle, and 

Freeski World Championships. Rather than do another wordy 

exposure on Finn we decided to let him choose some very cool 

images and just explain what was going on in each. 

“Arriving to fresh corduroy on a takeoff of a perfect jump, with 

some magical morning light is every park skiers dream. The 

jibber’s equivalent to a bluebird powder day...” 

Image by Troy Tanner 

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“This image was meant to be my brother, Hank... 

However, after falling off his skateboard in the middle 

of the winter last year, he injured himself and wasn’t 

able to ski. I was lucky enough to get the call up to 

replace his spot on this heli-day. What are brothers for 

aye? Shot bro.” 

Image by Troy Tanner 


“After getting up before the lifts were turning for a 

sunrise shoot, Hunter and I found ourselves still on 

the hill for the last lift. As we were grabbing our kit 

to head down, Hunter spotted this finger of light that 

was peeping through the summit rocks. Knowing I 

was knackered from the day of riding, he insisted 

on me hiking up to ‘get the shot’. I’m sure glad I did 

as this might be one of my favourite images that I’ve 

ever had taken of me skiing. Cheers Hunter.”

obsidian 

What is Obsidian? We hear you ask! Well it was 

the biggest snow sports event of 2020, with the 

finest kiwi talent competing in five epic challenges. 

The challenges were a mix of showing off their 

sporting steeze, as well as their film making 

talents! 

But how did we get here? The Winter Games 

NZ was founded in 2009 and since then there 

has been 8 editions of this snow sports jewel in 

the Southern Hemisphere’s crown. The event 

normally hosts the World Cup events in Park and 

Pipe and is the first event of the FIS calendar. 

But when Covid hit and international travel dried 

up, New Zealand was in a unique position to still 

host a world class event with homegrown talent. 

The Winter Games NZ team realised they could 

not only showcase the kiwi athletes but also 

the amazing New Zealand snow industry and 

stunning backdrop. So Obsidian was born! 

Winter Games NZ / Neil Kerr - Freeride World Tour competitor Blake Marshall showing off his Freeski credentials at the Big Air 

event at Cardrona Alpine Resort


Winter Games NZ / Camilla Rutherford - JJ Rayward at the Obsidian Park Jam at Cardrona Alpine Resort 

Winter Games NZ / Neil Kerr - Team Smoothy on the Summit Rocks at Treble Cone on their Mountain Shred video shoot day 

21 of New Zealand's best athletes, from Olympic 

medallists through to Freeride World Tour winners, skiers 

versus snowboarders, women versus men and freeride 

versus park athletes were chosen to collaborate in 

creating the event. 

Over the ten-day weather window, three mixed teams 

battled it out to win the Edgar Challenge Trophy and be 

the overall winners of the Obsidian. Each team comprised 

of seven elite athletes and two world class embedded 

videographers capturing the vibe. 

We had three snow sports legends as team leaders, with 

New Zealand’s most well-known snow sports athlete 

Jossi Wells being joined by one of the most versatile 

female freeskiers in the world Janina Kuzma and freeride 

pro Sam Smoothy, as the third Team Captain. 

The first challenge was a Big Air competition up at the 

world class park at Cardrona Alpine resort. COVID-19 

restrictions unfortunately came into force the night before 

the event which forced everyone into a last minute 

reorganisation. Yet the silver lining turned out to be that 

the Big Air comp was held in blue bird conditions on an 

empty ski field making for some slightly eerie yet beautiful 

images and video. 

Team Jossi took out the top spot in each of the three 

categories Men’s Ski, Men’s Snowboard and Women’s, 

with Nico Porteous, Margaux Hackett and Carlos Garcia 

Knight’s strong performances. 

Nico Porteous, bronze medallist at PyeongChang 2018 

Olympic Winter Games, was crowned overall Men’s 

Freeski Big Air Champion. “My day was off the charts. I 

haven’t had a day like this for so long. It was unbelievable,” 

said Porteous. “I ended up coming out and doing tricks I 

have only done twice before in my life. Beyond stoked to 

be standing on that top podium.” 

This stunning day was backed up with a classic freeride 

competition held out at the Minaret Range, in the 

stunning backcountry of Wānaka, which could only be 

heli accessed by the amped athletes, some of which had 

never had such an opportunity. 

The venue tested the 21 athletes, with Janina Kuzma 

showing her experience in the women’s category. The 

2014 Halfpipe skier from the Sochi Olympics and the 

Freeride World Tour veteran was strong and smooth 

on the face in difficult conditions. Zoi Sadowski-Synnott, 

Olympic Bronze Medallist snowboarder and multiple 

X-Games medallist claimed second place in her first 

top-level freeride contest but you wouldn’t have known it 

watching her. She took one of the harder lines on one of 

the more exposed sections of the face and managed to 

pull off a very clean line. 

“Really stoked to be back in the yellow bib today as 

it’s been nearly two years,’ said an excited Kuzma. 

“Especially doing a freeride event! I’m just super happy to 

pick a line skiable to the conditions today. It was awesome 

to see all the girls putting great lines down as well and just 

stoked to take out the win.” 

In first place for the men’s ski category was Craig Murray, 

who is unquestionably one of the best freeride skiers in 

the world and he didn’t disappoint at Obsidian. His run 

was almost fall line from the top to the bottom of the face, 

which was incredibly exposed and difficult terrain. There 

was no question in the judge’s minds who would win the 

Freeride Obsidian men’s ski. 

Murray was stoked, “The comp was super fun up here 

today, with a full kiwi crew full of amazing talent in ski and 

snowboard. It was so cool to see different disciplined 

athletes competing here. I’m super happy to stay on my 

feet and come away with the win!” 

Next up was the Park Jam up at Cardrona Park, where 

the build team had crafted the most insane set of park 

jumps, hips, rails and stylish features for the athletes 

to show off their talents. The Park Jam was all about 

expression and creativity and it didn’t disappoint. 

“The athletes and organisers wanted to keep the Park 

Jam true to an old school jam format, which meant the 

judging criteria was around the vibe of an athlete’s run,” 

explained Head Judge, Tori Beattie. “And it came out 

strong in the athletes, it was great to see.” 

The men’s ski was the biggest category and at the end 

of the semi-finals it was hard for the judges to pick only 

three to go through. It ended up with Finn Bilous grabbing 

first, Jackson Wells in second and Beau-James Wells 

rounding out in third. Bilous emerged on top for the judges 

due to him hitting every single feature on the course, 

every run had a different line through, all tricks were 

landed and grabbed perfectly. He showed his variety and 

technical strength to come out on top. Jackson Wells took 

the vibe criteria seriously and probably got the most laps 

out of anyone. Running uphill at one point and showing 

his incredible skateboarding background and creativity. 

“It was full-on, even the qualifying rounds were pretty 

intense, then it just turned up a notch in the finals,” 

explained Bilous. “I had a few tricks in mind. I saw the 

course set up yesterday and did a few of those tricks that 

I wanted to do. I didn’t get the results I wanted earlier in 

the week so I put everything I could into this comp, so I’m 

stoked it worked out” 

It was a similar story for the men’s snowboard category 

with the judges wanting to take four athletes through 

to the finals but could only take three. Tiarn Collins, JJ 

Rayward and Ronan Thompson made it through with 

big sends and technical rail tricks. The quarter pipe 

became a key feature on the course and landing tricks 

on it became important as the competition went through. 

Tiarn Collins rose to the top with some technical tricks 

and really impressed the judges. JJ Rayward displayed 

his creativity and jumped into second, with Freeride 

athlete Ronan Thompson showing he was not just a big 

mountain athlete. 

“It was fun today, I was able to put down a few things 

so I am so happy,” said a stoked Collins. “It was sick 

with the set up, you could see all the different types of 

snowboarding - it wasn’t just a rail jam, it was more of a 

park which is awesome, I loved it.” 

Olympic bronze medallist Zoi Sadowski-Synnott was 

stand out with her technical prowess on the rails and was 

above all others out there. Christy Prior’s experience in 

the park also shone through and she was definitely in 

her comfort zone. Young Ruby Andrews managed to pip 

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Team Captain Janina Kuzma to the third spot with a couple 

of technical rail tricks, where Kuzma showed her pipe skills. 

“I’m pretty stoked and the whole week has just been so fun, 

everyone has just been so happy to be here so good vibes 

all around,” said Sadowski-Synnott. 

Team Kuzma came out on top for the event followed by 

Team Smoothy and Team Wells. This performance from 

Kuzma's team was still not enough though to topple Team 

Smoothy off the top of the overall leaderboard. 

Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Treble Cone were 

the hosts for the fourth Obsidian challenge, the Mountain 

Shred. Each of our three teams visited a different ski 

resort where they built and sessioned various lines around 

the mountain. The embedded videographers filmed the 

action and created a three-minute edit from which they 

were judged 80% by the sports panel on the athletes 

tricks and execution and 20% by the media panel on the 

cinematography of the edit. Team Wells with Two Bearded 

Men came out on top, followed by Team Smoothy with 

videographers Diaries Downunder in second and Team 

Kuzma and Jase Hancox Film in third. 


Winter Games NZ / Neil Kerr - Ronan Thompson sending it off the Summit Rocks at Treble Cone


M-LINE FREE RANGE 

Dynastar continues to make freeride a part of its 

history: a legend that this winter is developing into 

M-Pro… making it even better. Freeride adventurers 

will have new weapons on their feet, with an instinct 

sure to turn heads on the powder. Incisive, fast and 

powerful, the M-Pro range will withstand high-speed 

curves and committed landings on any kind of snow… 

You can see all of the edits on the Winter Games NZ Vimeo or YouTube channels 

for free. 

The final competition was the Obsidian Overall edit. Team Kuzma and Jase Hancox 

Film took the top spot on the Edit Podium with their 7-minute epic movie featuring 

The Remarkables and Mother Nature herself. This art-house film won the hearts 

of the media panel with its expansive cinematography and crafted narrative. This 

win meant Team Kuzma seized second place overall in the Obsidian, narrowly 

beating an extremely competitive Team Smoothy. 

After an epic ten days of competition on the slope as well as the edit suite, Team 

Wells was crowned victorious at the Obsidian 2020 after a tight race which came 

down to the wire. After five challenges Team Wells snatched the win by only 20 

points ahead of their rivals Team Kuzma and Team Smoothy, who were tied on 

500 points each on the overall leaderboard. 

Look out for the latest news on www.wintergamesnz.kiwi! 

Winter Games NZ / Neil Kerr - Sam Smoothy ripping it up at Treble Cone on the Mountain Shred day 


Roundhill Ski Field - Image supplied 

skiing in 

new zealand 

If covid has taught us anything good, it has taught us to realise 

how lucky we are. Not just in how we have been able to handle the 

virus with limited lockdowns, but it made us more introspective. 

Instead of looking offshore we looked at what was at home, and 

I have not met anyone who has not seen the real value in that. 

manganui 

turoa 

whakapapa 

tukino 

As winter draws in, and we begin to explore our own backyard, 

we can appreciate that its not only the major resorts that offer 

great skiing but there is also an abundance of club fields (open to 

the public) just waiting to be explored. Whilst the majority of these 

ski club fields are quite small, they all offer unique experiences. 

The next few pages are all about what New Zealand has on 

offer, commercial and club fields. If you reach out to any of the 

club fields, you will find them really helpful and welcoming, try 

adding something new to your winter this year. 

treble cone 

rainbow 

hamner springs 

temple basin 

craigieburn 

mt olympus 

porters 

fox peak 

mt potts 

roundhill 

mt dobson 

mt lyford 

broken river 

mt cheeseman 

mt hutt 

cardrona 

coronet peak 

snow farm 

the remarkables 

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coronet peak • the remarkables 

regions: southern lakes 

We’ve got you covered when the snow is epic 

and when you’re wanting some backcountry adventure! 


The Remarkables are one of the most photographed ranges 

in the world due to their jagged peaks, so it’s surprising to find 

a ski field well suited to the intermediate skier, nestled in its’ 

grandeur. 

Locale: A 35 minute drive from Queenstown will have you at The 

Remarkables. 

Season: June 26 – Oct 17 2021 

0800 GO SNOW +64 3 442 5958 

37 Shotover Street infosnow.co.nz 

The field has seven parks and a massive learner’s area, 385 

hectares and a vertical drop of 468m. The ski area has 4 

chairlifts, and 4 conveyor lifts as well as a range of parks; 3 for 

beginners, 2 for intermediates and 3 advanced. 

NZ Superpass 

For 2021, all adult, child and senior full-day lift passes are 

Superpasses. Your Superpass gives you access to ski at 

Coronet Peak, The Remarkables or Mt Hutt ski areas. Or if 

you want to take a day out from skiing you can exchange a 

single day lift pass for credit towards an off-mountain activity, 

dining out or retail therapy during the ski season. 

Ticket prices at time of printing (May 2021): 

Full day adult lift pass: $139.00 

Full day child lift pass: $74.00 

Night pass (4-9pm): $64.00 

Kids under 7 ski for free 

Terrain: Beginner 30% 

Intermediate 40% 

Advanced 30% 

On Mountain Facilities: Restaurant, café, 2 bars, rental, 

Tobogganing, ski and board lessons, sightseeing. 

Insider scoop: One of the most impressive drives up any 

mountain, so take your time and soak in the views. 

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mt lyford 

Mountain View 

Lodge Queenstown 

treble cone 

cardrona 

coronet peak 

temple basin 

craigieburn 

broken river 

mt olympus 

mt cheeseman 

porters 

mt hutt 

fox peak 

mt potts 

roundhill 

mt dobson 

snow farm 


Sleeps 12 comfortably 

Warm Fire On 

10 minutes to Queenstown, 

Frankton, Arrowtown 

Situated below Coronet Peak 

For bookings contact Jan on 021684811 

Jan@stylegrace.co.nz 

coronet peak 

New Zealand’s first commercial ski area was established in 

1947 and is the closest ski field to Queenstown. With 462m 

vertical drop and 280 hectares of terrain it is not a large ski 

field, however the longest run is 2.4km and it was rated one 

of the best areas for intermediate skiing due to its high-quality 

grooming. 

Locale: Situated only 16km from downtown Queenstown, getting 

up the hill is easy. The Ski Bus operates from central Queenstown 

and is a great way to get up the hill if you don’t have your own 

transport. The access road to Coronet is sealed, making it a rarity 

in New Zealand. 

Season: June 19 - September 26 2021 | Night skiing available 

Wed, Fridays and some Saturdays in July and August 

Coronet Peak also offers night skiing on set days and snow 

making facilities means there’s always a good coverage of 

snow. 




Night pass (4-9pm): $64.00 

Kids under 7 ski for free 

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Advanced 25% 

Expert 27% 

On Mountain Facilities: 2 restaurants, 2 bars, café, rental 

department, Skiing, boarding, learn to ski, sledding, Peak Gondola 

sight-seeing, mountain biking and disc golf in summer. 

Insider scoop: Heidi’s Hut, located at the base of the Rocky Gully 

T-Bar is a favourite with locals. You can grab breakfast, pizzas, 

pastas and soups as well as local Amisfield wine and craft beer. 

Open daily. 

With unique features such as the vintage 

Ford Fairlane GT, a funky caravan and 

a massive spread-winged Eagle this 

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your special day. With a rustic design and 

country feel, this property captures that 

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At Alexis Queenstown 

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manganui 

turoa 

whakapapa 

tukino 

rainbow 


temple basin 

craigieburn 

mt olympus 

porters 

mt lyford 

broken river 

mt cheeseman 

mt hutt 

fox peak 

mt potts 

roundhill 

treble cone 

mt dobson 

cardrona 

coronet peak 

snow farm 


snow farm 

Snow Farm is the only non-profit ski area in the Southern Lakes region. Founded 

in 1986, Snow Farm was the first cross-country ski area to be developed in 

New Zealand. With 55km of groomed trails, for both skating and classic crosscountry 

skiing, from first timers to seasoned cross-country racers. You can also 

take your dog with you on the trails, but they will need a pass! 

Locale: Situated opposite Cardrona Ski Resort, only 20 minutes from 

Wanaka and 50 minutes from Queenstown 

Season: Snow Farm is open for skiing from late June to late 

September and open all year round for hiking and to access back 

country huts. 




Dog Day pass: $20.00 

On Mountain Facilities: Rental, retail store, café, restaurant, bar, 

Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, backcountry huts, hiking, 

ski school. 

Image compliments snowfarm 

Insider scoop: The cross-country skiing trails turn into mountain bike 

trails in the summer, and you can access the back country huts by 

bike. An incredible way to explore the region during the winter months. 

cardrona 

Founded in 1980, Cardrona Alpine Resort is open for both winter and 

summer activities. Cardrona averages 2.7m snowfall each year and is 

relatively dry by NZ standards. Snowmaking is also used in high traffic areas 

to supplement natural snow cover. 

Spread across three bowls, the 400 hectares consists of a variety of groomed 

slopes and off-piste options. The groomed areas are more suitable for 

intermediate riders and when the snow is good, the off-piste offers excellent 

riding for advanced skiers and boarders. A very user-friendly mountain with 

exceptional views. It also has NZ most extensive terrain park facilities, with 

four parks and two half pipes. 

Cardrona Alpine Resort also boasts NZ highest mountain bike park. In the 

summer, the ski field is transported into a mountain bike playground with 

some of the longest vertical descents in the country. 

Locale: A 20 minute drive from Wanaka, 50 minutes from 

Queenstown. Coach transfers available from Wanaka and 

Queenstown if you do not have your own transport. 

Season: June 12 until October 17 2021 



Full day child lift pass: (6-17yrs $70.00) 

Terrain: Beginner 25% - Intermediate 25% 

Advanced 30% - Expert 20% 

On Mountain Facilities: Ski school, sightseeing, retail 

shop, rental, workshop, 8 on-mountain cafes, kids club, 

childcare, lift access mountain biking and hiking in summer 

Insider scoop: Stop at the Cardrona Pub at the end of the 

day. It’s the local hangout and the atmosphere is excellent, 

as is their mulled wine. Just make sure you have a sober 

driver to get you safely home. 


making change 

HAVE IT 

All! 

Access NZ’s best in-bounds big mountain 

terrain and the Southern Hemisphere’s most 

extensive terrain parks all on one lift pass at 

Treble Cone and Cardrona this winter. 

cardrona.com 

treblecone.com 

Cardrona and Treble Cone are two of the 

South’s favourite ski areas, well-known 

for Cardrona’s terrain parks and Treble 

Cone’s legendary steeps and iconic views. 

Now the two resorts are asking skiers and 

snowboarders to change their behaviour as 

Cardrona and Treble Cone continue to take 

sustainability to new heights for the snow 

sports industry. 

Back in 2016, Cardrona Alpine Resort 

stopped buying single use takeaway coffee 

cups. Visitors to the ski area and staff alike 

were asked to either bring in their own keep 

cups, or sit down to enjoy their coffee. It’s 

become a part of the Cardrona way of life; 

bring a cup, or have a seat. 

Over the next few years, the team have 

made decisions to reduce their impact on the 

mountain. Today you won’t find any single use 

crockery, single serves of tomato sauce, or 

even any PET plastic bottles for sale at either 

Cardrona or Treble Cone (since the purchase 

of TC by Cardrona in January, 2020). 

They’ve challenged suppliers to change their 

processes and product offerings by simply 

refusing to stock their products unless they 

met their requirements. In 2020, Coke sent 

a post-mix machine for the Cardrona team 

to serve Powerade from. This year, Cookie 

Time cookies at Cardrona and Treble Cone 

will come in compostable packaging. 

Sustainability efforts aren’t limited to food 

and beverage offerings. When Cardrona’s 

McDougall’s Quad was removed to make way 

for New Zealand’s first “chondola” lift in 2017, 

the old lift was sent away to be upcycled to 

modern standards so it could be re-installed in 

the “Pringles” terrain below Captain’s Basin. 

In 2019, the Pringles lift project was set aside 

to protect nationally vulnerable lizards that 

were discovered during the early stages of 

construction. The lift was repurposed yet 

again and has been installed for Winter 2021 

as the Willow’s Quad, opening up 65ha 

of intermediate terrain in Soho Ski Area. 

It seemed like it was meant to be – the lift 

and new towers fit almost perfectly into the 

Willow’s terrain. As an ode to their slippery 

friends, the new trails in Willow’s have been 

aptly named “Gecko’s Chase” and “Skinks”. 

The launch of the Cardrona Foundation saw 

major replanting projects begin and become 

part of Cardrona’s business-as-usual. Other 

projects as part of the Foundation have 

included introducing disadvantaged kids to 

skiing and snowboarding, and scientific study 

of native birds like the karearea (NZ Falcon) 

in the Cardrona Valley, and the kea at Treble 

Cone. 

This winter, Cardrona and Treble Cone are 

asking skiers and snowboarders to think 

about what they bring to the mountains, 

and how they get there. They’re introducing 

major initiatives from Winter 2021 onwards to 

address major issues they see in waste, and 

emissions from transport. 

This winter neither mountain will sell any 

items in their food and beverage outlets that 

have packaging that needs to go to landfill. 

Rubbish bins will be replaced by recycling and 

compost stations, with signage explaining the 

changes and staff members on hand to help 

visitors sort through their waste. 

“If you need to bring single use packaging, 

you will need to take that off the mountain 

with you – but that doesn’t really help,” says 

Cardrona/Treble Cone General Manager, 

Bridget Legnavsky. “We’re asking everyone 

to think really deeply about what they buy in 

the first place, the packaging it comes in, and 

the packaging you choose to bring up our 

mountains.” 

To address transport emissions, both 

Cardrona and Treble Cone have made their 

access road shuttles (from the bottom of 

each mountain) free of charge for the winter 

season. 

The resorts are also encouraging carpooling 

by reserving the parking spaces closest to 

each mountain’s Base facilities for vehicles 

with three occupants or more until the 

carparks are filled. Designated hitch-hiking 

spots will be set up at both mountains and use 

of the snowriders.nz carpooling app is being 

encouraged. 

The most recent changes have been 

sparked by guest and staff feedback from 

the last couple of years, which has called for 

changes to shuttle buses, priority parking for 

carpoolers, and more concerted efforts to 

minimise waste. 

“We love that our guests keep challenging 

us to do and be better, and we want to 

keep encouraging that feedback. So to all 

our people we say – please keep asking 

us questions, and keep challenging us to 

improve on this sustainability journey,” says 

Legnavsky. 

This is just the beginning for Cardrona 

and Treble Cone – the two resorts plan 

to continue paving the way for ski areas, 

skiers and snowboarders to change their 

habits for a better future. You can find out 

more about Cardrona and Treble Cone’s 

sustainability initiatives for 2021 and answers 

to frequently asked questions at cardrona. 

com/sustainability. 

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area is 550 hectares. 

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day lessons available as well as coaching sessions 

and camp-based training for free-ride and racing 

throughout the season. 

Locale: Only a 30minute drive from Wanaka 

Season: 25 June – 26 September 2021 



Full day child lift pass: (6-17yrs $70.00) 


Advanced 45% 

On Mountain Facilities: Retail store, medical centre, rental, 

snow lessons, cafes and bars, 

Insider scoop: If you have a day where you are not skiing, then 

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regions: mackenzie region 

ohau 

fox peak 

Ohau Ski field is a bit of a hidden gem, tucked away at the 

end of Lake Ohau. The crowds are minimal and the vibe 

social, possibly due to it’s secluded location and the fact that 

it is a fairly small field, only 125 hectares. Don’t’ be put off by 

its small size, as the lack of crowds means there’s plenty of 

space for all abilities. They have two terrain parks, one for 

beginners, one intermediate/advanced. 

Locale: The closest airport to Ohau Ski Fields is 

Queenstown and the field is a three hour drive north 

to the field overlooking Lake Ohau. You can catch a 

bus from Lake Ohau Lodge or drive yourself. 

Season: 27 June – 4 October 2021 

Uncrowded, or some have even described it as deserted, the 500 hectare 

terrain is one of NZ’s club fields, established in 1929, situated on a wide 

steep face that drops off into chutes ad bowls. If you are happy traversing, 

there’s heaps of accessible terrain and the basins off to either side of the 

main face offer gullies and chutes that open into large bowls. 

There is no restaurant or hot food on the mountain so bring your own food 

and drink for the day. 

Locale: 2.5 hours south of Christchurch, Fox Peak is 37km from 

the town of Fairlie. The drive up is best taken in a 4WD. 

treble cone 

cardrona 

coronet peak 


mt lyford 

temple basin 

craigieburn 

broken river 

mt olympus 

mt cheeseman 

porters 

mt hutt 

fox peak 

roundhill 

mt dobson 

lake ohau 

snow farm 







Advanced 30% 

On mountain facilities: Snow school, ski and board 

hire, day lodge 

Insider scoop: Stay at Lake Ohau Lodge, only 20 

minutes from the fields and catch the bus up each 

morning and relax in a hot spa at the end of each day. 

WWW.MTDOBSON.CO.NZ 

Season: Mid July – late September 


Full day adult lift pass: $70.00 ($30.00 member) 

Full day child lift pass: $20.00 ($10.00 member) 

Terrain: 15% beginner - 40% intermediate - 30% advanced 

15% expert 

On mountain facilities: Fox Lodge on-mountain 

accommodation, day shelter, toilet facilities. 

Insider scoop: Hike up to Fox Peak for plenty of touring options. 

roundhill 

With breathtaking views of Aoraki Mt Cook, the Southern Alps and 

Lake Tekapo, Roundhill ski area offers an impressive backdrop. The 

locally owned field has a very relaxed, family atmosphere, and offers 

over 550 hectares of skiable terrain. 

There is a large beginners area, with three surface lifts, plus two 

t-bars give access to plenty of wide open groomed intermediate trails. 

For the more adventurous, head up the worlds longest and steepest 

rope tow to access super long natural half-pipes and chutes. 

Locale: Almost halfway between Christchurch and 

Queenstown, Roundhill is 32km from the town of Lake 

Tekapo, which offers excellent accommodation options. 

Season: July 2 – September 19 




Terrain: Beginner 20% - Intermediate 45% - Advanced 25% 

On mountain facilities: Ski and Snowboard rental, licensed 

café, ski patrol, first aid, guest services. 

Insider scoop: Check out von Brown Hut at the top of the 

T1 T-Bar, offering one of the best views in the country. For 

brown-baggers, you can also park your car right next to the 

slopes and set up a BBQ and deck chairs for the day. 

mt dobson 

The relaxed and friendly vibe 

of Mt Dobson’s 160+ hectare 

ski area offers a good balance 

of groomed and off-piste trails. 

Mt Dobson is a bit of a suntrap 

but the snow quality remains as 

it’s elevation (which boasts the 

highest car park in NZ at 1725m) 

maintains cool temperatures to 

keep good snow conditions. 

Offers one triple chairlift, a T-bar, 

a platter lift and a beginner tow. 

Locale: Situated around 2.5 hours drive 

south west from Christchurch and 40 

minutes from the town of Fairlie, where you’ll 

find accommodation and a local mountain 

shuttle. 

Season: Mid June – early October. 

Prices at time of printing (May 2021): 





Advanced 25% 

On mountain facilities: Snow school, café, 

equipment rental. 

Insider scoop: For the more adventurous, 

you can climb to the peak of Mt Dobson 

and ski/ride down from the top, taking in the 

impressive views along the way.

egions: canterbury 

mt hutt 

With a new 8 seater planned for this year, you will now have 

greater access to the wide open terrain of Mt Hutt. With three 

chairlifts and two surface lifts covering the 365 hectares, 

there’s loads of accessible terrain for all levels and plenty of 

off-piste lines for advanced skiiers. Mt Hutt has been voted 

NZ’s best ski resort six years running at the World Ski Awards. 

There are multiple terrain parks for different ability levels. 

Part of the Superpass which gives you access to ski at 

Coronet Peak, The Remarkables or Mt Hutt ski areas. 

Locale: One of the closest ski fields to Christchurch 

airport, only an hour and a half drive away and only half 

an hour from Methven. 

Season: June 11th – October 17th 




Terrain: 11% beginner - 37% intermediate 

32% advanced - 20% expert 

On mountain facilities: Two restaurants, café, two bars, 

rental department, ski and board lessons, toboggans, 

sightseeing, snow shop, 

Insider scoop: Don’t forget your togs so you can soak 

up the views from the highest altitude Alpine spa in NZ. 

Accessible from the Summit Six Chairlift. 

mt olympus 

Set in a high, south-facing basin at the southern end of 

Craigieburn Range, Mt Olympus club field is named for the 

2096m peak that overlooks the ski area. Four high-capacity 

rope tows access 60 hectares of skiable terrain and if you are 

willing to hike there’s plenty more area available, and this is 

where some of the best skiing can be found. 

The crowds are minimal due to the location, and this is a 

proud groomer-free zone, so it’s all about embracing what 

mother nature provides. 

Locale: Situated one and a half - two hours west of 

Christchurch. 

Season: Early July – sometime in October. 


Full day adult lift pass: $80.00 (members $40.00) 

Full day child lift pass: $40.00 (members $20.00) 


Advanced/expert 45% 

On mountain facilities: Day lodge at Top hut, with 

kitchen and dining area. Shop selling basics such as 

lift passes, sun-screen and drinks. 

Insider scoop: You can stay at the Top Hut, one of the 

highest accommodation places in NZ with the highest 

hot tup in the country. 

mt cheeseman 

broken 

river 

Founded in 1929, this is the closest ski club 

field to Christchurch, this friendly ski area 

promotes fun, family environment with both 

groomed and off-piste terrain for all ability 

levels. 

With a rope tow and two T bars to access infield 

runs, you can also hike to get to some 

adventurous backcountry terrain. 

treble cone 

cardrona 

coronet peak 

Locale: Only 90 minutes drive from 

Christchurch. 

Season: Early July - October 

Ticket prices at time of printing 

(May 2021): 


Full day child lift pass: FREE for 10 

years and under 

Terrain: Beginner 15% - Intermediate 

50% - Advanced/expert 35% 

On mountain facilities: Day lodge, Full 

rental, ski and board instruction, licensed 

café and on mountain accommodation 

options. 

Insider scoop: Kids under 10 ski for 

free! 

rainbow 


temple basin 

craigieburn 

mt olympus 

porters 

fox peak 

snow farm 


roundhill 

manganui 

mt dobson 

mt lyford 

broken river 

mt cheeseman 

mt hutt 

turoa 

SNOWPLANET 

whakapapa 

tukino 

A club field for the adventurous with a remote 

backcountry feel and great ski terrain. 

Serviced by three high capacity rope-tows 

and two learner rope tows, the 175 hectares 

offers excellent hiking and touring options. 

There are two main basins, one offering more 

of a variety of terrain, the other for the more 

advanced rider. 

It has excellent powder, varied terrain and a 

laid-back social community atmosphere. It 

also offers night skiing which is scheduled 

regularly. 

Locale: In the Craigieburn Range, 

adjacent to the Craigieburn Valley 

Ski area, 90 minutes north-west of 

Christchurch. Park your car and get the 

Tyndall Tram to the ticket office. 

Season: Late June to early October 

Ticket prices at time of printing (May 

2021): 

Full day adult lift pass: $85.00 (members 

get discounted rates) 

Full day child lift pass: FREE for under 

13s. 



On mountain facilities: Ski and board 

lessons, accommodation, Kitchen 

facilities and BBQ at Palmer Lodge, 

craft-brewed beer and cider on tap at 

Palmer Lodge. 

Insider scoop: Catch the alpine rail up 

through picturesque beech forest for an 

unusual access to the mountain. 

Broken River - Facebook 

porters 

Formerly known as Porter Heights, this former 

club field has become a commercial ski resort 

and the 285 hectares offers a cozy feel. There 

are plenty of easily accessed out of bounds 

bowls that extend the playground further. 

Porters offers one quad chair, 3 T-Bars and 

one platter. 

Leftover from the club field days is the club-run 

accommodation half-way down the access 

road. From here excellent mountain bike flow 

trails are accessible during the summer. 

Locale: The closest ski field to 

Christchurch, only 99km to the 

northwest. The closest town is 

Springfield, only 33km away. 

Season: Late June to early October 


(May 2021): 


Full day child lift pass: FREE! Youth 

pass $89.00 



On mountain facilities: Ski hire, ski 

school, café, shop, day lodge 

Insider scoop: Kids under 11 ski free! 

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 

0274 342277 / www.mtcook.com

SNOWPLANET 


manganui 

turoa 

whakapapa 

tukino 

Amuri Ski Club 

A friendly, fun ski area with great views of 

the surrounding mountains. Hamner offers a 

variety of groomed runs and off piste to choose 

from. There are three lifts, a poma, a rope tow 

and a fixed grip tow to access the 52 hectares. 

Although a small field, the lack of crowds 

means there’s plenty of chutes and some 

steep terrain for the more advanced skier and 

accessible backcountry skiing available. 

Locale: Only 17km from Hamner 

Springs which is an hour or so north of 

Christchurch. 

Season: July to October 


(May 2021): 

Full day adult lift pass: $60.00 (members 

$30) 

Full day child lift pass: FREE for under 

10s with paying skiing adult. 



On mountain facilities: Day lodge 

with gas stoves and ovens, ski and 

snowboard instructors, on-mountain 

lodge, 

Insider scoop: The hotpools, which 

Hamner Springs is famous for, are a 

great way to relax at the end of the day. 

Hamner Springs - Facebook 

mt lyford 

The family field offers a great learners area 

as well as challenging runs for intermediate to 

advanced skiers. The T-bar, two platters and 

rope tow offer access to the natural terrain 

park that is Mt Terako Basin. There is also a 

dedicated Wild Ride Terrain Park with jumps, 

kickers and rails for the park enthusiast. 

Mt Lyford Ski area is relatively unknown 

and as a result does not suffer crowds. The 

views are fantastic and the vibe, laid back, 

reminiscent of one of the club fields. 

Locale: Closest town is Waiau, only 

26km away. Christchurch is around 2 

hours away to the South. 

Season: Opening June/July 


(May 2021): 


Full day child lift pass: $45.00 (FREE 

for under 6s) 



On mountain facilities: Day lodge, 

café, ticket office, first aid, ski and 

board hire 

Insider scoop: Although there’s no 

ski-in ski-out accommodation, not 

far from the hill are some funky ecofriendly 

cabins or stay at Mt Lyford 

Lodge, NZ largest log building. 

treble cone 

cardrona 

coronet peak 

rainbow 


temple basin 

craigieburn 

mt olympus 

porters 

fox peak 

snow farm 


roundhill 

mt dobson 

mt lyford 

broken river 

mt cheeseman 

mt hutt 

rainbow 

Rainbow Ski Area is high in the north of 

this great mountain chain within the world 

famous Nelson/Marlborough lifestyle region. 

Reaching a height of over 1760 metres, 

Rainbow captures regular winter snow, 

complemented by extensive snow making, all 

superbly groomed to create a stunning winter 

playground. 

The wide uncrowded slopes and well 

groomed trails provide superb terrain for 

beginners and intermediates while advanced 

skiers can challenge themselves in the high 

powder runs and chutes. Snowboarders love 

the varied terrain, jumps, bumps and drops. 

A terrain park has been developed, offering 

more thrills & spills for adventurous boarders 

and skiers. 

Locale: Located in the Nelson Lakes 

area, 35km from the village of St 

Arnaud and 2 hours south of Nelson 

and 2 hours south-west of Blenheim 

Season: July 10 – October 10 2021 

Ticket prices at time of printing (May 

2021): 


Full day youth lift pass: $45.00 (FREE 

for under 7s) 



temple basin 

This club field in Arthurs Pass is large and raw. Most of the terrain 

off the lifts is suitable for intermediate to advanced skiers and 

boarders with extra terrain in abundance for those who are happy 

to hike. In saying that, there is no road up to the lifts, but instead a 

400m vertical climb. A goods lift takes up all your gear but you still 

have to do the walk. 

The 320 hectares is rope tow serviced and provides an excellent 

gateway to ski touring. 

The field has a rich history and has been around since 1929. 

They also run many great courses for those wishing to get into 

backcountry skiing or boarding. The best way to enjoy the field is 

to stay, relax, enjoy some live music we often have up there and 

ski hard in and out between meals! 

Locale: In Arthur's Pass, next to the Aicken and Polar 

ranges and directly on the Southern Alps. Perfect for 

Coasters and East Coasters alike! 2 hour drive north 

west of Christchurch. Then it’s a 30 – 60 minute hike up 

to the ski area (depending on your level of fitness). 

Season: July to late September 


Season pass: $200 ($300 from July onwards) 

Full day adult lift pass: $65.00 (members $45) weekends, 

$55.00 midweek 

Full day child lift pass: FREE for under 13s. 

craigieburn 

Powderhounds describes Craigieburn as steep, deep and 

cheap. This clubfield is located in the heart of the Southern 

Alps. It’s a non-profit charitable organization which exists 

solely for the purpose of skiing and snowboarding. There are 

two large basins with plenty of the intermediate to advanced 

terrain. 

There are three high capacity rope tows that service a vertical 

rise of 500m and with an easy traverse you can reach the 

infamous 600m vertical descent of middle basin. 

It is famous for its hiking and ski-touring opportunities beyond 

the patrolled areas. 

Locale: Around 1.5 hours north-west of Christchurch. 

Season: 17 July – 2 October 


Full day adult lift pass: $85.00 (members get discounted 

rates) 

Full day child lift pass: FREE for under 13s. 




On mountain facilities: Ski lessons, Day Lodge café 

and Koroheke bar. 

Mt Lyford - Facebook 

Rainbow Springs - Facebook 

On mountain facilities: Café, ski 

and board rental, shuttle service, 

tobogganing 

Insider scoop: This is wine region, 

make sure you take some time to 

enjoy the wineries during your stay. 



On mountain facilities: Bar, ski in and ski out lodges. 

Insider scoop: This mountain is not for the fainthearted. 

Some consider the blue runs underrated so only 

worth visiting if you love ungroomed snow and are an 

advanced skier. 


whakapapa 

regions: central plateau 

SNEAKDAY 

#sneakaweekday with all-mountain lift 

passes for just $74 an adult and $49 a 

youth (5-17 year olds). 

Book ahead at www.mtruapehu.com or 

contact the team on 0800 468 235 

mt ruapehu 

Combined, both Whakapapa and Tūroa comprise the largest ski area in New Zealand, 

totalling approx. 1500ha. Given the fields’ natural occurrence on a volcano – and an 

active one at that – and that it is formed by solidified lava, the terrain is like no other 

and lends itself perfectly to natural bowls, wind lips and half pipes, with a vast number 

of cliffs and drop offs. This makes skiing and boarding across both Whakapapa and 

Tūroa ski fields some of the most exhilarating the Southern Hemisphere has to offer. 

Mt Ruapehu itself rises from the Central Plateau alongside neighbouring peaks of Mt 

Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro. It is topped by three peaks, with a volcanic crater nestled 

amongst them. The crater, filled with water, remains active, releasing puffs of sulphur 

and steam. Hikers and skiers alike can ascent the peak from either Whakapapa or 

Tūroa ski fields and view the crater lake. The 360-degree views from the top are worth 

every ounce of sweat, never mind the ride down. On Tūroa that’s a whopping 1200m 

+ vertical run back to base. Just don’t get too close to the crater lake! It is a natural 

cauldron and you wouldn’t want to find yourself in a very uncomfortable hot spot. 

Whakapapa is the slightly larger of the two ski fields and is positioned on Mt 

Ruapehu’s north-western side, accessible via State Highway 48. Whakapapa boasts 

the country’s premier beginner facility, Happy Valley, where you can learn to ski and 

ride in the fully self-contained learners’ area, free of advanced skiers and riders. On 

the nice and long gentle slope, you can really get the hang of turning and stopping 

with the aid of covered carpet lifts, taking your time, and progressing your skills. 

While many Kiwis have discovered their first love of snow in Happy Valley, more 

advanced skiers and riders explore everything from cruisy groomers to exhilarating 

chutes, bumps and drops, made even more exciting by the natural volcanic terrain. 

Installed in 2019, the Sky Waka – Whakapapa’s iconic gondola – is the hero of the ski 

field and arguably the best lift in New Zealand. It has been a very welcome addition 

to the slopes, notorious for wild winter storms, travelling from 1630m to 2020m in 

relevant luxury. It is also luxe journey for any who want to simply see the sights that 

Whakapapa has to offer, particularly over the summer months. 

Skiing Whakapapa: Image compliments of mtruapehu.com 

whakapapa 

Locale: Situated on the northern slopes of 

Mt Ruapehu, ten minutes from Whakapapa 

Village, 20 minutes from National Park 

Season: 5 June - 4 October (Happy Valley) 

3 July - 25 October (Whakapapa) 


Full day adult lift pass: $149.00 ($74 mid-week) 

Full day youth lift pass: $99.00 ($49 mid-week) 

(under 5 free) 



Advanced 25% 

On mountain facilities: Snow school, rental, 

four cafes, retail store, Sky Waka gondola 

Insider scoop: Night skiing in back in 2021! 

Kicking off Saturday 7 August 

and across eight consecutive 

Saturdays. Live entertainment, 

fun activations, and a super 

sharp lift price to come. 

manganui 

turoa 

tukino 

rainbow

tukino 

Nestled on the eastern slopes of Mt Ruapehu in New Zealand’s North Island, 

the Tukino Skifield offers the rare combination of adventure and lack of crowds. 

Tukino is a family friendly ski field with heaps of activities for everyone, with the 

friendliness and camaraderie that’s only found on club-operated fields. Tukino 

has 170 hectares of ski area, over 300m of vertical drop, and great conditions 

sheltered from the prevailing Westerly winds. 

Locale: Situated on the eastern slopes of Mt Ruapehu, one and a half 

hours from Taupo, 40km south of Turangi and 22km north of Waiuru. 

Season: 10 July - end of the snow 


Full day adult lift pass: $75.00 ($50 club members) 

Full day youth lift pass: $40.00 ($25 club members) 



Advanced 35% 

On mountain facilities: Snow school, ticket office, on-mountain 

lodges, cat skiing 

tūroa 

Locale: Situated on the southern slopes of Mt 

Ruapehu, fifteen minutes from Ohakune, two 

hours from Taupo. 

Season: 3 July - 25 October 


Full day adult lift pass: $149.00 ($74 mid-week) 

Full day youth lift pass: $99.00 ($49 mid-week) 

(under 5 free) 



Advanced 25% 

On mountain facilities: Snow school, rental, 

three cafes, retail store, terrain park 

Insider scoop: 2021 will see the return of 

the Tom Campbell Big Air. On 25 September 

we will see world-class professional athletes 

come together and showcase their skills, all in 

memory of the humble legend, Tom Campbell. 

Slightly smaller than Whakapapa, Tūroa has 

historically been referred to as the ‘dark side’ 

of the mountain. Tūroa sits on the southwest 

side neighbouring Ohakune just over 20km 

away. Tūroa has a more wide-open feel 

to it, with eight lifts and a bigger vertical at 

720m. The High Noon Express takes you to 

the highest lifted point in New Zealand with 

panoramic views of the North Island. Tūroa 

is also famous for its natural features, which 

include long halfpipe-like bowls, sweet 

kickers, and smooth, wide-open slopes. 

Those who frequent Tūroa know to dress 

warm in the mornings as the first rays of light 

that appear around the mountain summit will 

not touch the slopes until mid-late morning. 

Operating quite literally on the ‘dark side’ 

of the mountain, Tūroa loyalists rejoice as 

much of the landscape resembles frozen 

waves that last well into the spring, making 

for epic freeride skiing and riding, ripping up 

plenty of gullies, drops, and natural hits. 

Tūroa is also well known for its slopestyle 

park offering, with the Tūroa Parks crew 

developing a solid reputation within the 

industry, solidified when they took home the 

coveted ‘Battle of the Parks’ title two years 

in a row. The crew offer world class terrain 

parks from the top of the mountain to the 

bottom, catering for all levels, from easy 

flat boxes to big kickers and rails. There is 

something for everyone and a clear path of 

progression for all levels. The jewel to their 

already illustrious crown was the addition 

of a mini-pip cutter, allowing for skiers 

and riders in the north to cut their teeth or 

progress their pipe riding skills. These guys 

never disappoint and always bring their A 

game every season. 

Getting there 

Mt Ruapehu is an easy drive from the 

nation’s main centres of Auckland and 

Wellington, with Ohakune being roughly 

four hours’ drive from either city. Taupō is 

the closest domestic airport, a scenic onehour 

30 drive to Whakapapa and two hours 

to Tūroa. Tourist hotspots of Tauranga and 

Rotorua are also not far away. 

Alternatively, Ohakune and National Park 

are both main stops on the Northern 

Explorer train journey which adds another 

dimension to an exciting adventure. Sit back 

and relax while you take in the panoramic views along 

the way. 

Ruapehu gets busier on weekends with city visitors 

and driving up the mountain roads can be intimidating 

for the inexperienced driver. Luckily there are plenty of 

local businesses that provide shuttle services or ride 

shares up to the ski field. We also encourage carpooling 

through the Snow Riders NZ – a free social carpooling 

network for skiers and snowboarders. Locally focused, 

there is also the great Ruapehu Rideshare Facebook 

group. 

Where to stay 

Ohakune is the closest town to Tūroa and has a 

multitude of great accommodation options for travellers. 

Coupled with the lively nightlife, boutique shops and a 

micro-brewery, Ohakune provides the quintessential 

ski town experience and is not to be missed. 

Likewise, National Park Village is the close to 

Whakapapa and is not to be overlooked. Here you 

will find great accommodation options for the budget 

conscious traveller and friendly local pubs with warm 

fireplaces ready for après. If you feel like treating 

yourself the Chateau Tongariro stands at the foot of 

Mt Ruapehu in Whakapapa village and offers a vibrant 

vintage charm to your trip. 

Mt Ruapehu: Image compliments of mtruapehu.com 

Insider scoop: A great way to explore more terrain is to go cat skiing. 

Get dropped at the top by the groomers, no need to book (cost $40 

single trip, $35 for members). 

As above, Taupō is also a reasonable drive from each ski 

field and ‘big town’ accommodation can be readily sought 

there. 

Sneak a Weekday 

While all this sounds great, isn’t everyone queuing up to 

get a piece of Whakapapa and Tūroa? If you look back on 

the last three years – ignoring the anomaly that was 2020 

– close to half of all guests at Mt Ruapehu visited over the 

weekend, meaning that weekends are on average over 

twice as busy as weekdays. That leaves wide open spaces 

on the weekdays to enjoy. Better still, it’s not just the side 

country that is more accessible come weekdays, lift passes 

are also financially more accessible too. #sneakaweekday 

and enjoy all mountain lift passes for just $74 an adult and 

$49 for youth (5-17-year olds) all winter long. That’s a 50% 

saving versus weekend day passes. Win – win! 

manganui 

turoa 

Tukino Ski Field: Image compliments of Tukino.org 

whakapapa 

tukino 

rainbow 



temple basin 

craigieburn 

mt olympus 

porters 

fox peak 

mt lyford 

broken river 

mt cheeseman 

mt hutt

national park 

National Park Village is a small town enjoying close 

proximity to both Whakapapa Ski Area and the start 

of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. The village has the 

most breathtaking panoramic view of the volcanoes: 

Mt Tongariro, Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Ruapehu. With 

the village being just a 15 minute drive to Whakapapa 

Ski Area, The Sky waka Gondola and Happy Valley 

Beginners Ski Area, and just 45 minutes to Turoa Ski 

Area there is no better a place to base yourself for a 

winter adventure. 

The village offers a vast selection of accommodation 

options to suit all pockets and there are several 

choices of cafes and bars for your après-ski time. A Ski 

shop and rentals, 4Square and Fuel Service Centre 

cater for all your needs. An evening walk around the 

village is a great way to get between your restaurant 

Dual Heritage Tongariro 

National Park 

cafes - accommodation - activities 

www.nationalpark.co.nz 

www.tongariroalpinecrossing.co.nz 

Terrace Restaurant & Bar Open daily 

5 minutes from Whakapapa Ski field 

Backpacker to Superior Family Accommodation 

On-Site Ski & Snowboard gear hire 

Skotel Alpine Resort | SkotelAlpineResort 

Ngauruhoe Place | Whakapapa Village, SH 48 

www.skotel.co.nz | info@skotel.co.nz 

+64 7 892 3719 | 0800 756 875 

and accommodation and showcases one of NZs most 

incredible night skies that will leave you wondering why 

you have never seen so many stars before. 

During your stay here take a change from skiing every 

day: there are many choices of alternative activities from 

4-wheeler adventures; mountain bike hire and a choice of 

bike trails; winter guiding options including the Tongariro 

Alpine Crossing; Mini Golf; a climbing wall and many 

shorter alpine hikes that are still very accessible and 

enjoyable in winter. Located in our brand new Park and 

Ride near the Railway/Bus station is a Mobile I site which 

can book your next adventure. 

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 a large ski lodge. 

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 and Mt Ruapehu a stunning 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. 

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 

www.tongariroalpinecrossing.org.nz 

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whakapapa 

THE ALPINE CENTRE 

Expert advice and service | Ski & snowboard hire | Ski & board tuning | Shop online 

Rental 

• All our skis and boards are tuned after every rental so the customer 

always has gear that slides and turns like it should. 

• We replace some of our rental gear every year to ensure we have 

the most have up to date technology and functioning equipment, 

for instance this year we have about 100 new skis and boards, 

120 new rental pants, 50 new Jackets, 80 Helmets, 80 pairs new 

snowboard and ski boots, plus goggles, snowboard bindings and 

ski poles. 

• All snowboard boots have Boa Fit Lace systems, we use Burton 

rental bindings and have a range of boards from K2, Never 

Summer, Rossignol, Burton, and Arbour 

• We do cater for everyone from beginners - Intermediate to 

Advanced Skiers, and tiny tots to ….. 

• New for this season - 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. 

• Our extensive opening hours ensure you have time to get rentals 

without wasting valuable mountain time. We are open till 7pm 

every day, till midnight on Fridays, and open at 7am Sat-Sun, 

7.30am Mon-Fri 

Family Ski 

Rental Deal 

$100 

2 x adults/2 x kids 

Skis, Boots, Poles 

SUPER DEALS 

1 Day 

(adult) 

$35 

Youth $25 


Why The Alpine Centre? 

5 Days 

(adult) 

$90 

Youth $65 


Shop 

• Our shop is stocked with all the snow store essentials. 

• Products are competitively priced, and the selection is vast with 

goggles ranging from $40-$500, helmets from $89 and waterproof 

snow gloves starting at only $20 

• Our professional boot fitters will ensure you are fitted in the right 

boot for your ability, fitness and physique, and we have all the boot 

fitting tools and tricks like customer foot beds, heat mouldable 

liners and shells, boot shell stretching 

• We have ski packages including boots starting from $999 

Workshop 

• Our Wintersteiger tuning centre has all the machinery to ensure 

your skis or boards are serviced to such a high standard they are 

like new again. 

• Our experienced ski technician has been tuning equipment for 

more than 10 years and will be providing overnight tuning for skis 

and snowboards on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. 

• Drop your gear in any day for Edging and Waxing. 

The Alpine Centre team all share a passion for having fun on the snow, and are keen to help and ensure everyone who comes into our stores is 

equipped with the gear they need to have the best possible and memorable snow experience! Our motto is Providing Friendly and Helpful Service! 

Ski Biz and Snowzone @ The Alpine Centre | 10 Carroll Street, National Park Village 

Ph 07 892 2717 | www.thealpinecentre.co.nz 

manganui 


Full day adult lift pass: $50.00 / Youth: $35.00 

Manganui Ski Area consists of gentle intermediate runs and open 

bowls. Manganui is family friendly, while also having outstanding 

steep runs for skiers and snowboarders. 

Locale: Situated on the eastern slopes of Mt Taranaki, 

approximatelty 45 minutes drive from New Plymouth 

Season: While there is enough snow. 

COMFORTABLE 

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BUS TO WHAKAPAPA 

SKI FIELD AND 

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4 4 Findlay Street, Street, National Park Park 3948 

nat.park.backpackers@xtra.co.nz 

07 892 2870 www.npbp.co.nz 


Advanced 65% 

On mountain facilities: Tuck shop, on mountain 

accommodation 

Insider scoop: It’s a 25-30min walk from 

car park to ski area, with goods lift 

halfway, so bring your hiking shoes. 

treble cone 

cardrona 

coronet peak 

rainbow 


temple basin 

craigieburn 

mt olympus 

porters 

fox peak 

snow farm 


roundhill 

manganui 

mt dobson 

mt lyford 

broken river 

mt cheeseman 

TONGARIRO CROSSING SHUTTLES 

mt hutt 

-let’s wonder where the wifi is weak- 

6am-7am-8am-9am-10am departures 

$40pp round-trip - 100% refundable 

www.tongarirocrossingshuttles.co.nz 

Dual Heritage Tongariro National Park 

Image compliments of www.facebook.com/Manganui 

turoa 

tukino

ski 

for trees 

Words by Pete Oswald 

Images by Sean Beale and Pete Oswald 

In May 2020 I presented an ambitious idea to a crowd 

of about 300 enthusiastic Queenstown based ski tourers. 

That idea was to plant 20,000 trees by climbing 20,000 

vertical metres in the pursuit of skiing. 

By the end of the 2020 New Zealand winter Ski for Trees, 

and the projects’ generous donators, had funded the 

planting of over 100,000 native trees towards permanent 

reforestation in Madagascar where they are desperately 

needed - 5 times the initial goal, creating over 1000 fair 

wage employment days which has helped to save lives 

and break the poverty cycle that drives the deforestation. 

So to achieve this I just setup a donation page, went skiing, 

and triumphantly posted on social media about saving the 

world whilst righteously dodging my responsibilities as a 

new parent, right…? If only that was how it went. 

Upon presenting my idea back in May 2020 the crowd 

of scroggin munchers stared back at me with 300 blank 

faces. The silence of their zero response between me 

making each point was disturbing. It was 9.30pm and 

the outdoors focused scroggers had been sat inside 

listening to various speakers of varying entertainment 

levels since 6.30pm, of which I was the last. This restless 

crowd appeared drained. However, when I explained my 

way around a circular flow diagram demonstrating how 

planting trees “over there” helps our glaciers, snowfall 

and future of shredding “here”, a murmur started which 

amplified into a cheer – the idea appeared to resonate 

and have legs. 

I first had this idea 5 months earlier in January 2020. 

Then COVID hit, lockdown happened and apparently 

the financial fallout would see our societies very survival 

threatened… or brawling in Pac N Save over toilet paper 

as it turns out. So the idea was suppressed until it was 

clear that NZ society was going to stay largely intact and 

someone was still producing enough paper with which we 

could all wipe our bums – which was about early May. 

By then the idea had crept back into my head as 

something that I had the power to do… and should do. My 

wife Sophie and I were not new to charitable tree planting 

– our business, Little Difference partnered with Eden 

Reforestation Projects plant one tree for every single 

product sold, and had just surpassed 100,000 trees. We 

had been to planting sites in Madagascar to see the effect 

of the tree planting for ourselves and we were blown 

away by the environmental and social impact of even a 

small investment. So, I had the infrastructure, connections 

and confidence of the plan in place, as well as a bit of 

an audience. I was sitting on an idea to help people and 

planet and in a unique position to make it work. I felt if I 

didn't sack up and give it a crack then I would forever feel 

like a dreamer, rather than a doer. 

Jeremy Lyttle and Summit the dog, two of my common touring buddies 

near the summit of Coronet Peak. 

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So I presented my idea to the bored and 

hungry scroggin munching ski tourers - the 

audience seemed to like it, I said I would do 

it – so I was committed. 

But will people part with their cash I 

wondered? The original plan was to get 

donations from my connections to the 

ski and outdoor industry businesses but 

the business sector in early COVID times 

turned out to be tighter than a downhill 

racers din settings, apart from a couple of 

anomalies like Sportive NZ Distribution, 

Small Planet Sports and Ecoski.co.uk. 

So to the general public I focused my 

plundering for the plantations. But with 

our business, Little Difference, customers 

actually got a physical product as well as 

a tree planted. With Ski for Trees I was 

relying on donators being content 

with only receiving warm fuzzies for 

helping people they will never meet 

and plant trees in a place they will 

probably never visit. Would it work? 

At the end of that presentation in 

May I had collected contact email 

addresses from people I identified 

as potential donators and who 

expressed interest. This, as well 

as pressuring my good friends 

and family to donate as a personal 

favour to me, I had a starting point 

on which to try to build momentum. 

The Ski for Trees concept was 1 

metre climbed = 1 tree planted, so I needed 

some vert under my belt to inspire people to 

give. From early winter the day usually went 

like this… my alarm sounded at 5.15am, I 

lit the fire in our tiny house to get it cosy for 

Soph and Tula, if Tula was awake I would 

take her down stairs to change her nappy 

and then Tula and I would make tea and 

breakfast for Soph. Then I was out the door 

by 5.50am (ish) with all my gear that I had 

usually prepped the night before. 

At the time we our tiny house was located 

right at the bottom of the Coronet Peak 

access road and early morning touring 

up the peak is a popular thing, some 

mornings there would be thirty cars parked 

at the base building of just keen scroggin 

munchers. So to get up the access road I 

would either catch a ride with other keen 

mates, pick people up, hitch hike, wave 

down the Coronet Peak staff van or, on 

a few occasions, I biked from home with 

my skis, boots and poles on my back. 

I avoided driving our car solo up the 

mountain as much as possible. This was 

an environmentally focused project, it’s 

not a great look to lazily fly solo up the hill 

in our gas-guzzler and I was aware of the 


possibility of getting called out which could 

threaten the success of the project. Plus 

I wanted to set an example. But, some 

mornings there were just no keen beans to 

go with and biking up 800 vertical metres 

in the dark with skis on my back before 

starting to ski tour up the resort is hard, so 

yeah I admit, on the odd occasion I bloody 

well drove solo. 

Anyway, I tried to make my way to the 

base of the resort in the most ethical way I 

could. Once up there I thought I may as well 

get all the vert I could, one lap up is about 

450 vertical metres so I would often do a 

second lap to the top. Sometimes when I 

had another frothing scrog dog with me and 

the conditions were good we would tour to 

the top of the resort then out the back to 

do a few laps harvesting fresh pow lines 

in the slack country. There was usually no 

shortage of frothing scrog dog ski tourers 

to persuade, sometimes there were even 

fresh scrog converts who came for their first 

ever day touring on one of those mornings 

after seeing my onslaught of social 

media posts. Sharing their stoke and the 

splendour of early morning alpine sunrises 

fed my froth even more. Once the metres 

were climbed and the froth subsided I could 

usually be back at the tiny house to resume 

work and/or parental duties by 9.30am. 

Of course we often we went skiing as a 

family too. By the time Tula was 3 months 

old she had come up more days skiing than 

weeks she had been alive. These days we 

normally went to the The Remarkables 

and we had a system. Tula usually woke 

at about 5 am so rather snoozing back to 

sleep we just got up, got ready and went 

skiing – what ever the weather. Quite often 

we were the very first car up there, we got 

settled at our usual table in the café and I 

completed a climbing lap to the top of the 

resort gaining vertical metres before the lifts 

even started to turn. Upon my return Soph 

and I did a switch-a-roo, daddy looked after 

Tula and Soph lined up for first lift before 

9am. I often got a few extra bonus metres 

later in the day by hiking ‘the chutes’ or 

other hike access lines that looked ripe for 

ripping - if I’m going to climb something in 

the name of trees then I may as well climb 

something worth shredding. 

The 2020 ski season lacked multi-day 

adventures such as an ascent and ski 

descent of Aoraki/Mt Cook that 3 friends 

and I had done just the previous spring. But 

Soph and I were new parents and we were 

learning on the job, routine was important to 

attempt but seldom achieved. Nonetheless 

it was a team effort and I needed to be 

around. 

As new parents, though, we managed to 

get a lot of skiing done, but one thing 

was very apparent; Ski for Trees was 

in no way possible with out Soph. 

The project took a lot of my time but 

also put more pressure on Sophie 

as a mum. Any new mum knows the 

immense struggles they face that the 

rest us will never properly be able to 

appreciate. It takes a certain type of 

mum of a newborn baby who, while 

living in an uncompleted tiny house 

with uncertain and limited financial 

circumstances of a new business 

in the fallout of a global pandemic, 

would be willing to take on the extra 

stresses of a disconnected idea of 

raising money for people and planet 

a world away. But Soph did just that. 

I was well aware Ski for Trees would 

demand a considerable time commitment 

from us as new parents in order to make 

it work but one thing I dramatically under 

estimated was the digital grind of a fund 

raising project. Climbing 30,000 vertical 

metres over several months accumulates 

to many hours of time investment. Don't 

get me wrong; I loved this part of it, and 

every metre suffered climbing up got to 

be savoured whilst shredding back down. 

But, for every hour I spent in the hills 

accumulating metres I spent two hours 

bound to a screen grinding out digital 

information. It wasn’t a case of setting it 

up and letting the donations roll in. In order 

to convince people of the purpose it was 

a relentless and repetitive daily process 

of recording, publishing, researching, 

updating, processing imagery and 

communicating. 

Most of that admin stuff I had prepared 

to do and part of it, like recording the 

accumulation of metres climbed and 

trees planted, was motivating. But a lot 

of the digital workload, which I had not 

Flow chart showing how planting trees in developing countries helps climate change in mountain environments. 

Pete Oswald reaping the benefits of climbing metres at The Remarkables. Image by Sean Beale

Ragnor the metre smashing mutt, Willhe Walker and Geordie Wilson. This was Geordie on his first ever day touring. 

Pete Oswald shot by Sophie Stevens at Mackenzie Country, NZ 

really considered, was giving assurance 

to donators. With charitable fund raising 

comes scrutiny and scepticism. People 

want to know that what I’m saying is 

happening - is actually happening, that the 

trees are being planted and they want to 

know I’m not taking a cut of their generosity. 

So, displaying data, providing transparency, 

asserting assurance and validating the tree 

planting became much of my digital grind 

routine. 

And there was one question that was 

always asked. “Where are the trees 

planted?” My answer is “Madagascar”, you 

know that massive African island? 

Then they’re like “yeah from the self-titled 

animated movie, why there? Why not 

plant them here in Aotearoa?” Some other 

people would say “I would rather support a 

tree planting project in New Zealand”. 

Then I would ask them why they would 

rather plant trees in NZ. This was often met 

with surprise and a blank face. I get it though, 

this is our home, we want to plant native 

trees here to help our local eco-systems, 

increase habitat for our endangered wildlife 

and make it look all nice and pretty to be 

true to our global reputation as clean and 

green. 

Here’s the thing about Madagascar 

though. It is not covered in lush forest like 

the animated movie depicts or what the 

imagery from wildlife docos suggests. 90% 

of all the forest has been destroyed. What 

remains are loosely protected tiny isolated 

pockets of forests left to support the most 

diverse population of endemic life, 75% 

of Madagascan plant and wildlife species 

are not found anywhere else in the world 

and many of these are quickly becoming 

extinct. 

The deforestation leaves a vast landscape 

of desertification – with the forest gone 

rainfall decreases, with no vegetation 

to bind and hold the fertile soil, any rain 

that does fall washes the top soil to the 

ocean leaving the land to turn to desert 

and destroying ecosystems in the shallow 

seas. Both land and sea are then far less 

productive as a food source for the human 

population. This drives poverty of the local 

Malagasy people, which drives desperate 

and destructive farming methods like 

slash and burn which further fuels the 

deforestation. 

Jamie Shattenberg the director of the 

reforestation in Madagascar helped me put 

myself in their shoes. If there is one tree left 

standing in my village and cutting that last 

tree down means my baby daughter, Tula, 

will survive another day. That tree does not 

stand a chance. 

Employing the poorest and most 

impoverished of the local population to 

replant and protect their forests puts this 

process in reverse. Many of us also want 

to plant trees in order to sequester carbon 

dioxide to reduce global warming to avoid 

a massive range of global problems, and 

as privileged skiers, snowboarders and 

mountain lovers one of these reasons is to 

save our glaciers and curb the decline of 

annual snowfall. 

The Tasman Glacier in Aoraki National 

Park doesn't care where you plant trees 

and sequester that CO2 from, just like 

CO2 emissions are not patriotic to the 

country they are emitted from, they make 

their merry way around the whole globe 

warming everything up. The Tasman 

Glacier cares that we pull those gases 

down (from anywhere in the world) to 

restore environmental balance that will stop 

the Earth warming - the whole Earth. 

To plant a native tree in Aotearoa costs 

about $10, and often a bit more than that 

to ensure it survives. $10 USD donated 

with Ski for Trees plants at least 100 native 

trees towards permanent reforestation 

in Madagascar, which are protected to 

maturity. 

Neither method is right or wrong, both 

have many unique benefits, I am simply 

challenging our sometimes blind New 

Zullond patriotism. I don't have any 

credentials to preach this by the way, I can 

only put together what I have researched 

and what I have seen and this is what I can 

say. 

The Ski for Trees project of the 2020 New 

Zealand winter planted just over 100,000 

trees. Those 100,000 trees sequester 

and average of 1,230 tonnes of CO2 per 

year, enough to offset 160 kiwis CO2 

emissions… every year for the life of those 

trees. 

100,000 trees is a forest and if protected, 

which they are, the trees will self-seed, 

regenerate and expend. That forest will 

be there, self perpetuating and expanding, 

sequestering C02 and giving us oxygen for 

as long as we as humans will let it. 

The funds donated by the generous Ski for 

Trees donators provided over 1,000 days 

of fair wage employment to local Malagasy 

people who were previously stuck in 

systemic, intergenerational poverty. 

The social aspect is something we did not 

fully understand or appreciate properly 

until going to Madagascar and seeing it 

for ourselves. The employees who plant 

these trees, who before struggled to feed 

themselves and their family, can now plan 

past trying to find the next meal. They can 

nourish their family, get access to medicine, 

adequate shelter and clean water. They can 

get education for them and their children. 

Their focus shifts from survival today to 

prosperity and a better life for them and 

their children in the future. These people, 

who were once the source of destruction of 

the forest, are now the ones regenerating 

and protecting it. The shackles of systemic 

intergenerational poverty are broken. 

These people know the value of these 

forests because they are aware that their 

well being as well as their children’s future 

depend on it – a concept that we in the 

developed world have distanced ourselves 

from. 

Perhaps the people who asked “so where 

are the trees planted?” weren’t always 

prepared for the detailed response they 

got, but it seemed to make sense to most. 

These were the ideas I was pushing, 

posting and publishing while climbing 

metres each day. The concept was 1 metre 

climbed = 1 tree planted, climbing many 

metres was how I grab peoples attention. 

However, on the 19th September 2020, 

on the same day as climbing my 30,000th 

metre I under rotated a back flip and tore 

my calf muscle. I thought this could threaten 

the potential of the tree planting. But the 

seed was sewn, the idea had germinated 

and the momentum provided by the metres 

already climbed was perpetuating. No 

more metres were needed; I just needed to 

spread this idea into numerous more fertile 

minds. So with my injured leg elevated I set 

about as a tree-hugging keyboard warrior 

– social posting, writing newsletters and 

pestering anyone I could think of who might 

resonate with this idea. 

During the course of the project Ski for 

Trees was gradually published in the 

media on websites, newspapers, TV sport 

shows and the 6pm prime time Channel 

One News. When the founders of other 

tree planting fundraisers around the world 

reached out for information and told me Ski 

for Trees was their inspiration, I felt I was 

finally doing justice to the idea that I had 

committed to. 

The point of the project was to use the 

privilege of skiing to make a positive 

environmental and social impact in 

developing countries where the privilege 

of skiing is a world away. I like the concept 

of acting together as a planet, not just a 

country. David Attenborough says we need 

to lift up our most vulnerable of the world in 

order to make the environmental changes 

we need. As citizens of developed nations 

should we be looking more to developing 

nations to progress our collective 

environment as a planet? 

During this project a friend of mine pointed 

me to this quote by Hyacinthe Loyson, 

which I think says it best - 

“Plant trees under whose shade 

you may never sit”. 

Thank you so much to the past present 

and future supporters of Ski for Trees. 

Ski for Trees can be found at this link 

where donations can be made, 100% of 

which goes directly to planting trees in 

Madagascar. 

www.peteoswald.co.nz/ski-for-trees 

Pete has a fresh concept for Ski for Trees 

for this coming 2021 New Zealand winter, 

see the link above find out more and to 

receive updates. 


Av a i l a b l e f r o m l e a d i n g r e t a i l e r s : 

Auckland: Snowcentre 

Taupo: Gordons 

Wellington: Boardroom 

Canterbury: Gnomes 

Dunedin: Beggs Ski Shop 

Wanaka: MT Outdoors 

Queenstown: Small Planet 

D i s t r i b u t e d b y O u t fi t t e r s 

0800 021732 

www.black-crows.com 

sauvage, welcome 

to ski sauvage 

when the borders open 

Instead of sitting around feeling sorry for ourselves because we could not get to our summer 

skiing destination, we filled the void of a lack of ski travel this year with going to the Warren 

Miller movie. New Zealand has great skiing, but you forget how good it gets offshore. In 

this year’s Warren Miller movie we got to travel to Switzerland with big-mountain skiers 

Lexi duPont (as seen on the cover) and Amie Engerbreston. They explored Iceland with 

Aspen locals Victor Major and Baker Boyd and even flew to Antarctica to examine the 

impact of climate change, plus there was a lot of skiing in between. 

Warren Miller has been making movies to inspire us for as long as I can remember. 

Warren passed away in 2018 but his legacy remains and each year we get this new shot 

of motivation. In a Warren Miller movie you know what you are going to get; a certain 

amount of wow, a certain amount of humour, a certain amount of envy and an awful lot of 

snow. You can still get tickets - check out www.warrenmiller.co.nz for dates and venues. 

With Covid restrictions still in place as we go to print, we are hoping that in 2022 will be able 

to revisit Canada, USA, and Japan. And in case that happens, see the next few pages as 

a reminder of the beauty that awaits as soon as we can put our skies in a bag and travel 

again. It is easy to forget how good skiing is in Canada when you have not been able to go 

for a while, but this is a healthy reminder of what awaits once the borders open. 

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TOBY CREEK ADVENTURES 

SNOWMOBILE 

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ME SERLI’S MILE 

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DECK’S CRO S 

BOUNDARY 

TAYNTON 

BOWL 

2 TOBY 

RK HELISKI 

MT. GOLDIE 

EXTREME 

DREAM ZONE 

MILE 1 HUT 

SURF 

SECRET 

FOREST 

OVER EASY 

PANORAMA MOUNTAIN 

2,365 m / 7,759 ft 

CAFE 

SURF 

Pi 

FOUNDER’S RIDGE 

ACCESS 

SUMMIT HUT 

MOUNTAIN HUT 

TASTE TOUR 

SILKY 

ELKHORN 

CABIN 

OUT RIDER 

TRIPLE TRAVERSE 

HLH 

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CFI 

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TRAVEL//BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA 

panorama 

mountain resort 

At Panorama, every day is a ski day, that’s why 

the resort has quickly become a favourite for New 

Zealanders who head north between December 

and April. 

Surrounded by the endless mountain peaks of the 

Canadian Rockies, Panorama offers 1,300 metres 

of vertical with terrain for those seeking something 

a little out of the ordinary. Lift lines are almost 

nonexistent; on many days runs like View of 1000 

Peaks, Rollercoaster and Top of the World feel like 

a private ski resort. Join the Mountain Friends for 

a free tour of the mountain, likely with other Kiwis 

seeking secret stashes. Meet up with new friends 

when it’s time for après. 

Kia ora, koutou 

The ski-in / ski-out village offers apartment-style 

accommodation right beside the lifts. Everything 

you’d expect of a first-rate resort is at your doorstep. 

Then, there’s Canada’s largest slopeside hot pools 

at Panorama Springs. And RK Heliski, right in the 

heart of the village, flying to the sort of snow seen 

in all the best ski movies. 

Up for an incredible Canadian road trip? How 

about the Mountain Collective’s Order of the True 

North? Get a pass, ski Coronet Peak and the 

Remarkables this Kiwi winter, then hit Panorama 

and other leading destinations in British Columbia 

and Alberta. 

The snow fell deep at Panorama Mountain Resort this past winter, but something was missing… 

If you were looking at Instagram or Facebook, we’re sure that everything appeared to be in order. Fluffy white 

flakes falling on the Panorama Springs Pools. Tasty raclette at the Elkhorn Cabin. Monster-X rumbling to the top 

of powder filled leg burners. The sun setting on the lofty summit of Mt. Nelson. 

So, what wasn’t quite right? It’s easy to answer. We missed the hundreds and hundreds of Kiwis that make 

Panorama Mountain Resort their Canadian playground each winter. Ash from Horopito didn’t fly off on his 

annual pilgrimage. Taynton Bowl never saw the tracks of Gav and Lorraine from Te Puke. Liz and Piha didn’t stop 

by to tell us about their latest North American resort mission. We’re sorry we couldn’t catch up with Mike and 

Ange from Christchurch in the T-Bar. 

While Mother Nature was as amazing as ever, our resort just wasn’t the same without our friends from 

Aotearoa. We know you made the best of things by catching a tonne of snapper or tramping tracks that felt like 

they did back in the 70s, but don’t make a habit of staying home. The mountains miss you and the Panorama 

team does too. Please come back and see us soon! 

Cheers, 

Marke Dickson 

PS: Panorama must be one of the few international resorts where Kiwis usually outnumber Aussies. Although 

I’m a dyed-in-the-wool Southlander, I’m not afraid to say that we missed our Australian friends too. 

Don’t forget, 2021 Whakapapa and Turoa season 

passholders are VIPs at Panorama. Stay slopeside 

and ski free in the 2021/22 Northern Hemisphere 

season! Conditions do apply so talk to a preferred 

New Zealand snow travel partner. 

There’s more to the mountains.+ 

trail map 

stats 

Season dates: December 10, 2021 to April 17, 2022 

Skiable Area: 1,204 hectares 

Elevation of summit and village: 1,150 metres to 2,450 metres 

Vertical drop: 1,300 metres. Top 10 in North America! 

Longest Run: 6.5km 

Number of trails and glades: 134 

WILD THING 

EVASION 

WILD THING 

BOUNDARY 

PARANORMAL 

RIDGEBACK 

GET OUT! 

SPECTRE 

THE MONSTER 

JEKYLL & HYDE 

NEVER NEVER LAND 

STINGER 

SIDEWINDER GLADES 

WHITETAIL 

KTUNAXA 

KINBASKET 

C-SPINE 

STUMBOCK’S 

VIEW OF 1000 PEAKS 

LARE SER LANE 

DONNY B’S 

LAST CHANCE 

DEVIL’S DROP 

FAT CHANCE 

ELMO 

DUNES 

VIEW OF 1000 PEAKS 

ORCA 

FIRST CHANCE 

TOADSTOOL 

TRIGGER 

MOCHA 

LA TE 

GUN BARREL 

ZONE 2 

CHAMPAGNE 

WORLD CUP WAY 

TOP OF THE WORLD 

PICTURE PERFECT 

SKYWAY 

GRICE PADDY 

RO LER COASTER 

CHUTE 

GETMEDOWN 

TR E TIME 

TIGHT SPOTS 

GETMEDOWN 

U PER CANADIAN WAY 

ROY’S RUN 

OUTER LIMITS 

BOUNDARY 

SUMMIT QUAD 

HIDEAWAY 

BOUNDARY 

Terrain Type: 20% Beginner. 55% Intermediate / Advanced. 

25% Expert. 

Terrain Park: Yes (S-M and M-XL) 

SCHOBER’S DREAM 

SCHOBER’S GLADE 

MI LENNIUM 

WILD THING 

BOUNDARY 

TURNPIKE 1 

POD’S 

LIFTLINE 

SKYLINE 

RO LER COASTER 

ALIVE GLADES 

LOWER CANADIAN WAY 

SUNSHINE 

Number of lifts: 10 

TAYNTON TRAIL 

SUNBURST 

SUNDOG 

BOUNDARY 

BOUNDARY 

TRA PER'S LYNX 

MADSON’S MILE 

TRA PER’S RIDGE 

MCINTOSH WAY 

CANADIAN DISCOVERY 

STROBL STRA SE 

BEGINNER 

SILVER PLA TER 

STRINGER 

ZEHNDER WAY 

DISCOVERY QUAD 

HIGHWAY 1 

RED CARPET 

OSTRANDER A LEY 

LOOSE MOOSE 

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LI TLE RI PER 

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POWDER TRAIL 

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NEW TIMER 

TOBY CHAIR 

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MOOSE 

TRAIL 

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DOWNHILL 

OLD TIMER 

HAY FEVER 

TACKY 

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SUNBIRD 

FRITZ’S 

WHISKEY JACK 

CHICKEN’S 

CHOICE 

HEAVEN CAN WAIT 

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MI LENNIUM 

DETOUR 

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BOUNDARY 

OUT RIDER 

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SUN BOWL TRAIL 

STUMP FARM 

MARKER'S MARK 

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SUNNA 

SUNSET 

BOUNDARY 

Annual Snowfall: 520cm 

Average Temperature: -5C 

Other activities available: Heliskiing, snowmobile tours, Nordic skiing, 

ice skating, snowshoeing, fat tire mountain biking, and shopping and 

TO INVERMERE 

dining in nearby Invermere. 

Web and booking details: www.panoramaresort.com. 

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Aunt Gladys 

Kassanova 

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Paradise 

Glades 

Head Wa l 

SILVER QU EN 

VILLAGE 

x6 

x4 

1609m 

x8 

Canntastic 

Black Bear 

NEW 

silverstar 

mountain resort 

Part of British Columbia’s Monashee Mountain range 

SilverStar is a mountain resort unlike any other. Up 

here the snow is natural and abundant, and the 

terrain is vast and varied. It’s the perfect playground 

for those who love winter sports or those that just love 

winter. With activities both on and off the slopes, our 

welcoming ski-in/ski-out village is the perfect place for 

the ultimate mountain escape. And while we may be 

a big mountain with a tonne of fun things to do, it’s our 

welcoming, friendly nature that keeps guests smiling. 

It’s real... And it’s magnificent! 100% all-natural snow 

that comes down in light, fluffy flakes to the tune of 7 

metres or 23 feet of annual snowfall. All this makes for 

incredible skiing and riding. Combined with a lack of 

crowds you will find yourself cruising down wide-open 

trails, weaving through the glades or charging down 

double blacks. A feeling of escape where you think 

you have the whole mountain to yourself. 

A cheerful village nestled on the shoulder of a big 

mountain. 

With everything so close and ski-in, ski-out lodging, 

you will love the access to the amazing terrain and 

cozy mountain village. While our charming midmountain 

village and friendly locals may give us a 

small-town feel, our mountain is big enough that you’ll 

never run out of things to do. Whether you’re looking 

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relax with a hot chocolate, SilverStar has everything 

you are looking for. 

Come to SilverStar for the run less travelled. 

Search for your moment of tranquility, or reconnect 

with others on a new level. We think it might be a bit 

easier at SilverStar if you have some room to breathe. 

Find some peace away from the crowds, away from 

the hectic and be alone, or be closer to others. 

trail map 

Just Dandy 

Davidson's 

Delight 

Wee Wi lie 

Uncle Buck 

Hurtzwinkle’s 

Delight 

Cat Man Do 

Pipeline 

Monty's Matrix 

Fearn Gu ly 

Gong Show 

U2 

Quicksilver 

High Lead 

Aunt Gladys 

Gypsy Queen 

SILVER WOODS 

Chute 5 

SILVER WOODS EXPRE S 

Russty Whistle 

Judd's Run 

Aabye Road 

Nirvana 

Last Chance 

Three Wise Men 

Normania 

POWDER GULCH EXPRESS 

COMET EXPRESS 

Doognog 

Caliper Ridge 

Raven 

Hinky Heights 

Sunny Glades 

ATTRIDGE 

ALPINE MEADOWS 

DES SCHUMANN SUMMIT EXPRE S 

Northern Lights 

Gowabunga 

Campbe l's 

Loop 

HOME RUN TEE 

Larch 

Summit 1915m|6283ft 

VANCE CREEK 

25 North 

Sunny Ridge 

Minerva 

Bergerstrasse 

Sunny High 

Holy Smokes 

Spirit Bowl 

Robson Street 

Kirkenheimer 

Bon Diablo 

Where's Bob 

White Elephant 

Free Fa l 

Eldorado 

Stardust 

Here's Joe 

Black Pine 

Robi liard's Rush 

Eldorado Bumps 

Alder Point Access 

Eldorado 

Sunny Ridge 

Eldorado 

stats 

Season dates: Late November – Early April 

Skiable Area: 3,282 skiable acres 

Elevation of summit and village: Summit: 1,915m. Village: 1,609 meters 

Vertical drop: 760m 

Longest Run: 8km 

Number of trails and glades: 132 marked runs. 

Terrain Type: Vast and Varied, ski-in-ski-out. 

Terrain Park: SilverStar’s terrain park consists of an extensive rail garden and also has an assortment of tabletop 

and step-up jumps for all abilities. Silver Star also has an Aerial Training Site, a Dual Moguls Race Course, and a 

race center which hosted the 2005 Canadian Masters Slalom Championships. 


Annual Snowfall: 7m 

Average Temperature: -5°c (Winter) 

Other activities : Skiing, Snowboarding, Cross Country Skiing, Horse Sleigh Rides, Snowshoeing, Fat Biking, 

Winter Tubing, Mini Snowmobiles, Snow Bike Tours, Snowmobile Tours, Ice Skating, Bowling, Night Skiing, Snow 

Cat Dinner Tours 

Web and booking details: www.skisilverstar.com book online or with your tour operator 

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Blue Moon 

Zypper 

Alder Point 

frontside 

backside 

PUTNAM CREEK 

1155m | 3789ft 


sun peaks resort 

The year-round, mountain community 

of Sun Peaks is situated in the interior 

region of British Columbia and is known 

for its vast terrain, legendary light, 

dry powder, mild temperatures and 

intimate ski-through village. Getting 

there is easy. Fly into Kamloops Airport 

(YKA) after connecting from Vancouver 

International Airport (YVR), and enjoy a 

quick 45-minute transfer to mountain. 

through village is located at the base 

of all three mountains, which makes 

accessing the lifts quick and easy or 

popping into your accommodation 

throughout the day. Each of the chairlifts 

offer a trail for every ability, so everyone 

can enjoy their day on the mountain. 

Plus, the lack of crowds combined with 

wide open spaces means you’ll love 

getting fresh turns all day long! 

Once you arrive in Sun Peaks you’ll 

be greeted by the European inspired, 

pedestrian only village. There’s no 

shortage of beautiful places to stay with 

9 hotels and lodges in the village and 

100’s of larger units just a short walk or 

ski away. The 20+ restaurants are busy 

serving up fresh coffee and eclectic 

culinary spreads while you’ll find local 

art and souvenirs and must-have gear in 

the 20+ shops. Most of the businesses 

are independently owned and operated 

meaning it won’t take long for you to feel 

the sense of community. Bonus: you can 

continue to soak in the fresh mountain 

air on one of Sun Peaks’ many outdoor 

winter patios. 

When it comes to skiable terrain, you’ll be 

spoiled for choice at Sun Peaks. Being 

the second largest ski area in Canada, 

Sun Peaks is known for 360 degrees 

of skiing & boarding that expands over 

three mountains, offering up a 4,270- 

acre playground. From steep and deep 

powder, to long cruisy groomers, there 

is truly something for everyone. The ski- 

You don’t have to be an avid skier or 

snowboarder to visit Sun Peaks; there’s 

an abundance of things you can check 

off your winter bucket list at the resort. 

Join a snowshoe tour or craft your own 

adventure, enjoy a European alpine 

fondue and starlight descent, try your 

hand at ice fishing, ride a horse-drawn 

sleigh ride, glide along the pristine 

Nordic ski trails, go off-road with a fat 

bike, and embrace the true wonder of 

the season during a magical dog sled 

tour, the possibilities are endless! 

Although Sun Peaks Resort is the 

second largest ski area in Canada, it 

still has an intimate village, wide open 

spaces, no crowds, and no lift lines. 

Who could ask for more? 

trail map 

stats 

Season dates: Nov 20, 2021 – April 3, 2022 

Skiable Area: 4,270 acres 

Elevation of summit and village: Summit 2,152m & Village 1,255m 

Vertical drop: 882m 

Longest Run: 8 km’s 

Number of trails and glades: 138 trails, including 19 glades areas 

Terrain Type: 10% beginner, 58% intermediate, 32% advanced 

Terrain Park: 10 acre top-to-bottom terrain park 


Annual Snowfall: 6m 

Average Temperature: December -9.5ºC / 15ºF January -6.7ºC / 20ºF 

February -6.1ºC / 21ºF March -3.9ºC / 25ºF April -1.1ºC / 30ºF 

Other activities: Dog Sled Tours, Snowshoeing, Snowmobiling, Horse Drawn 

Sleigh Rides, Guided Ice Fishing, Fat Biking, Ice Skating, Ski Biking, Snow 

Limo Tours, Cat Trax Groomer Rides, First Tracks Breakfast, Alpine Fondue & 

Starlight Descent, Tube Park, Kamloops Blazers Hockey Game 

Web and booking details: www.SunPeaksResort.com

sego skis 

an expose 

Words by Paul Fadden 

In anecdote as in life, it pays to keep 

an eye out for the ‘little fella,’ which 

goes for the ski maker as well. Those 

dedicated craftsman & woman 

represent the root of snow industry, 

work to a personalized scale, and 

likely produce gear that changes the 

game. 

SEGO SKI, born in the bosom of 

little Victor, Idaho is one such artisan 

firm. From the Alaska Range to the 

Southern Alps and Snowy Mountains, 

they’re carving deep tracks upon the 

world’s biggest winter stages, while 

remembering it’s really all about fun. 

These days there are upward of a 

dozen boutique ski manufacturers 

scattered across the globe, and each 

strives mightily to create a fine product. 

Where SEGO seemingly stands apart 

is the company’s priority upon fine 

experience, thanks to quality product. 

This is where the brothers Wells come 

in, two outside-the-box siblings with 

a vision to create planks inspired by 

the ski day itself. Better still, Peter and 

Tim Wells had the foresight (as well as 

good fortune) to cultivate a team which, 

collectively, turned that founding vision 

into the ski that’s topped the podium of 

the Freeride World Tour. 

Where each SEGO SKI is born is 

a manufacturing facility that’s all inhouse. 

A visit there finds the crew 

assembled and hard at work, but 

never too busy to roll out the welcome 

mat--which is a solid indicator that their 

emphasis is indeed upon experience. 

Inspired, designed, and manufactured 

among the natural architecture of 

the Teton Mountains, each SEGO 

model is example of the possibilities 

in sustainable, affordable, communityconscious 

skiing. And it certainly 

can’t hurt that SEGO’s QC lab is the 

staggering terrain waiting just beyond 

the factory door. To wit, the SEGO’s 

game plan is to put knowledgeable 

people in-country and allow skiing in 

the name of fun to do the rest. 

“It’s a magic mix, one that combines 

an artist’s attention to detail with 

a manufacturer’s work ethic for 

repetition.” These words roll from 

behind the beard of Ronald A. 

Murray Jr, SEGO’s lead when it 

comes to Technician of equipment, 

Production…or Introspection. 

Ron moves amongst the machines 

of the shop floor with accustomed 

patience and a practiced hand which 

is rivaled only by his ear—the guy’s 

playlists are killer. 

“In SEGO’s case, the magic is parts 

refined design and incorporating topshelf 

everything to construct a quality 

ski--by hand--with only a few people,” 

he said. 

Ron’s words are bold. But the proof is 

in the product. Australia’s Blackbird- 

Bespoke noticed early on. The South 

Melbourne firm is a centerpiece for 

the indie ski movement growing 

across Australasia. And they carry 

SEGO. The Bespoke founders, like 

SEGO’s own athletes, have described 

themselves to be seeking the pinnacle 

ski experience across the breadth of 

the sport’s disciplines. And feel that 

they’ve found it in a down-home ski 

hub straight outta the Tetons. 

“A few years back, I tried SEGO at 

an Alta demo,” said Clare Chapman, 

lady ripper for the SEGO squad, “I 

immediately fell in love with the way 

that it skied.” 

Between her ‘Ski the East’ root and 

her current residence among the 

mountains of Utah, Clare’s seen more 

of shred culture than her 24 years 

might suggest. She says she trusts 

SEGO to value people--and skiing— 

whatever the conditions. 

“I’m on the Big Horn. I trust them off 

cliffs, in fresh pow, in chopped-up 

crud, and everything in between. And 

on top of having loved their skis from 

the beginning, SEGO speaks to one of 

my favorite aspects of skiing: giving off 

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strong vibes of fun, family, and embracing 

community.” 

What Clare’s talking about is a downhill 

line-dance between snow, gravity, and 

people—on what SEGO SKI CO. intends 

to be the industry’s longest-living product. 

It’s a goal that likely has no ‘endpoint’ yet 

the company strives for it in every step (or 

steep) along the journey. 

Sourcing materials to meet the highest 

possible standard, each and every ski the 

company manufactures is a 100% in-house 

labor of love. 

SEGO keys upon in-destruct-O sidewalls 

of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene, 

vertical lamination, acclaimed ‘freeride 

base structure pattern.’ and tip-to-tail poplar 

core. Their method even factors-in waste 

reduction techniques—and the result is 

tangible. The scrap footprint from SEGO is 

reduced to a minimum. In fact, it’s likely that 

the deepest trace a ski leaves is the track 

trailing behind. 

“Skiing fast downhill is where it all starts—I 

mean, that’s not a scenario where you’re 

having a bad time.” Peter Wells enters 

the conversation in a congenial cloud of 

sawdust and rumination. As Founder, 

Designer, and Production Lead at SEGO, 

Peter—like his brother Tim--is joyfully 

immersed in his work and happy to share it. 

“We’re working in the minutia of details to 

find how to make going fast downhill more 

fun,” he said. Shape plays a big part in 

that quest. And this too is 100% in-house. 

Central to the process is the notion of 

creative progression—daydream, tinker, 

and (of course) keep it fun. 

“We’re big on inspiration,” Peter said. “What 

are we doing now? What ideas do we have; 

what are our peers doing?” 

“It’s so important (& awesome) to get out 

and test, take notes, and then bring all that 

back to design.” 

Hallmarks of a SEGO experience are 

rocker’d profiles, camber underfoots, and 

wide shovels that pair well powder grins. 

The Big Horn, specifically, balances an 

obliging soft, nearly-symmetrical tip/tail with 

bow-taunt power that strengthens toward 

the Underfoot, and all in a delightfully 

lightweight package. 

As a representation of the SEGO cadre, 

Big Horns are playful—bordering on 

mischievous—but best believe they snapto 

when it’s time to fire. 

Flex like you mean it, and the Big Horn 

turns on a knife-sharp dime. Find yourself 

reclined in the fat, floaty deep and their 

poplar core responds with the support of a 

bucket seat. The Big Horn’s reduced weight 

and versatile profile adds extra spice to any 

given sequence as a matter of course. If 

its bumps, you’ll likely find yourself airing 

them. If it’s a straight, then that line begins 

and ends ‘tips down.’ Even noodling the 

beginner’s slope with the micro-groms 

evolves naturally into butters and hijinks, 

switch. 

Grabin’ It By The Big Horns: 

-6.5cm tip/tail height with 35cm tip/tail 

Rocker 

-4mm Camber underfoot 

-length range: 139cm to 193cm 

-grams per ski scale: 1000 to 2275 

-turn radii from 9 to 23 

“As an example from our line, Big Horn 

is an athlete-driven ski,” Peter said. “It 

balances customization of what’s working 

for our athletes yet making it relatable and 

functional for your skiing public—which 

usually doesn’t take away from that top end 

of it.” 

“As the ski has evolved, it’s really become 

a quiver-killer; easy to edge, really fun in 

the air, and a natural fit for an aggressive or 

relaxed style... They’re kinda just a chooseyour-own-adventure 

ski,” he said. 

Skiers around the world have quickly 

turned-on to this la carte SEGO plank. The 

Big Horn is the best-selling model in the 

company stable, the ski that according to 

SEGO’s market spin doctor, Abbot Gilbane 

was a “game changer” for the delightfully 

disruptive slider inside all of us. 

The sky’s the limit regarding where things 

could go from here yet, despite all the 

details, what still pleases SEGO SKI CO 

most is to simply carve one line more. 

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Freeride World Tour Champion 

2015 Myoko, Japan: somewhere in the remote backcountry Toby 

had an idea. Although loving the abundance of fresh powder, he 

felt that the skis he was ripping on were good… but could be so 

much better. 

"Don't get me wrong. The well-known ski brands are awesome. 

They're what most of us grow up on, learn on and build our love 

of skiing on. They’re absolutely great – but there’s more on offer." 

Once home, Toby started researching alternatives and soon 

discovered a number of micro-ski companies he wanted to talk 

to. He began making contact with them and was quickly swept 

up with their shared enthusiasm and passion for making skis. 

These skis were different though – they had a soul, much like their 

makers, and have been attracting attention for their short runs of 

quality product, sustainable practices, advanced technologies, 

empathetic engineering and superior performances. 

"The big difference with artisan ski makers is: they are usually 

founded by skiers, run by skiers, offering great skis designed and 

crafted by skiers. Who better to understand what we live for?" 

Handmade skis have unique characteristics that can better suit a 

skiers profile, the terrains they favour and conditions they're likely 

to ski in. They're well balanced, designed, and feel 'right' from 

the very first turn – endless smiles are included. They bond with 

you, not the other way around. They're an extension of you. A 

controllable, reactive, responsive extension that carves, turns and 

performs in sync with you; they're built to last longer, go further 

and increase your endorphin rush. They make skiing better. 

"They're built with passion and an R.O.H. (Return Of Happiness). 

Blackbird can deliver handmade skis for a price better than you’d 

expect (with FREE delivery in Australia, and not much more to get 

them over the ditch)." 

Today, Blackbird HQ, Australia: Blackbird Bespoke Ski Co has 

been appointed Australian Distributor for such iconic brands as 

Rocky Mountain Underground, Sego Ski Co., Fat-ypus Skis, 

Coalition Snow, Skevic and more coming. Plus there’s options 

for completely custom made skis, creating the full ‘Bespoke’ 

experience. While the skis all forge their own trail, they do share 

some common characteristics: they're made by innovators trying 

to craft a better ski to provide a better experience. 

It’s not just about the skis, but the customer’s experience also. 

They encourage you to make contact, to learn about your skiing, 

so they can provide a selection to choose from that are better 

suited to you. Want to talk to a human? Give Toby a call… he 

loves to talk about skis! "We have skied all our brands here in 

Australia. The difference is amazing!" 

2021and Beyond: We're sponsoring young freerider, Arkie Elliss 

who's already scoring wins and competing in trans-Tasman and 

international events. Maybe living ‘on-snow’ and skiing since she 

could walk is an unfair advantage; but we're adding to that with 

some of the best handmade skis on the planet. "She's at one 

with the elements and we reckon she'll go far - even further with 

Blackbird!" 

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2021 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//FEATURED SKIS 

HEAD//KORE 93 

RRP:$ 1,799.00 (with bindings) 

Category: Freeride 

Lengths: 156, 163, 170, 177, 184, 191cm 

Widths: 133-93-125mm @177 

An all-mountain specialist, the 

KORE 93 can carve up corduroy or 

conquer tough snow conditions. 

HEAD’s new KORE construction 

creates a more nimble freeride 

ski thanks to the combination 

of Graphene, Karuba wood, and 

carbon, which adds strength and 

performance without extra weight. 

Topless Tech carbon weave adds 

torsional rigidity where needed, 

while a new top sheet shape 

increases durability. A sandwich 

sidewall construction and tip and 

tail rocker round out the KORE 93’s 

ability to perform well on hard snow, 

powder, and everything in between. 

HEAD//WOMEN’S KORE 85 

RRP:$1699.00 (with bindings) 

Category: Freeride 

Lengths: 149, 156, 163, 170cm 

Widths: 127 - 85 - 108 @ 170 

The KORE 85 W is a top-class, 

frontside-oriented ski in a 

lightweight package. HEAD’s 

weight-saving focus does not 

mean soft: A blend of materials 

reduces weight without sacrificing 

performance. HEAD fuses light 

Graphene into the tip and tail for 

feathery swing weight. Light and 

stiff Karuba wood in the core is 

sandwiched by a triaxle weave 

carbon layer adding responsiveness. 

A new top sheet shape gives the 

nimble KORE 85 W more durability. 

HEAD//TOTAL JOY 


Category: All mountain 

Lengths: 148, 153, 158, 163cm 

Widths: 134 - 85 - 113 @ 163 

The perfect all-mountain allrounder 

for confident and good skiers. Super 

light and in a sporty design. 

HEAD introduces LYT Tech into the 

JOY line, creating all new women’s 

models. Each ski in the range has 

been individually designed for 

maximum versatility meeting a 

range of abilities from beginners all 

the way to experts across both on 

and off-piste terrain. With lightness 

and performance, this is LYT done 

right. 

HEAD//SUPERSHAPE E-TITAN 

SW SF-PR 


Category: Performance 

Lengths: 163, 170, 177cm 

Widths: 133 - 84 - 115 @170 

Wider footprint, longer radius, for 

off piste and slushy conditions, 

freeride oriented, better 

floatation due to higher shovel, 

longer woodcore provides super 

stability and less vibrations; 70% 

on piste, 30% off piste. 

SEGO//COMP 

RRP:$1239.00 

Category: Big Mountain 

Lengths: 1 67, 175, 181, 187, 

192cm 

Widths: 1 04, 110, 118 

Weight: 2295 g /ski at 187/110 

A new generation of big 

mountain comp ski for a new 

generation of big mountain 

skiers. These chargers were 

designed as Isaac Freeland’s 

FWT ski and they trick as well 

as they charge. 

SEGO//BIG HORN 

RRP:$963.00 - $1156.00 

Category: All-Mountain 

Freestyle 

Lengths: 1 39, 147, 158, 167, 176, 

181, 187, 193cm 

Widths: 96, 106, 114 

Weight: 2000 g / ski at 181 / 106 

The Big Horns make the whole 

mountain your playground. 

They are the perfect balance 

between the confidence 

to shred anything and the 

playfulness to jib and butter to 

your heart’s content. 

SEGO//CONDOR 

RRP:$1156.00 

Category: Backcountry 

Lengths: 175, 181, 187, 192cm 

Widths: 1 08, 116 

Weight: 1896 grams / ski at 

187 / 108 

The Condor was developed 

with Dorian Densmore as a 

modern one ski quiver. It is 

as comfortable spinning laps 

in the backcountry as it is as 

the resort. 

SEGO//LUPINE 

RRP:$963.00 - $1032.00 


Lengths: 1 39, 147, 153, 157, 165, 

172, 179cm 

Widths: 92, 100, 108 

Weight: 1550 grams / ski at 

165 / 100 

These beauties thrive and 

inspire confidence in all 

terrain types and conditions. 

Ice, powder, corn, and looking 

good in the parking lot – the 

Lupine has you covered. 

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BLACK CROW//CAMOX 

RRP:$1399.95 


Lengths: 168.1, 174.2, 180.4, 186.5cm 

Widths: Slightly stretched rib lines 

(20 m radius): stability at high 

speed, balance between firmness 

and manoeuvrability. 

This unrivalled mid-fat off-roader 

is renowned for its tolerance and 

playfulness. Its progressive flex 

makes it a ski very suitable for 

progression, confirming its player 

DNA derived from freestyle. Its long 

effective edge allows it to have 

good stability and a big grip at high 

speed. Creativity for all types of 

terrain. 

BLACK CROW//ATRIS 

RRP:$1399.95 


Lengths: 178.3, 184.2, 189.7cm 

Widths: Slightly stretched rib lines 

(20 m radius): more stability at high 

speeds, better balance between 

firmness and manoeuvrability. 

A flagship model of the squadron, 

the atris is a unanimous success on 

all the snows of the globe. 

Stable and fast skiing in edge 

grip, with a progressive heel and 

a tolerant flex, it is very efficient 

at high speed without altering 

its handling and its very playful 

character. Atris is big mountain 

skiing for all snows and every day it 

opens new worlds with the panache 

of a great ski. 

BLACK CROW//SERPO NEW 93MM 

SKI 

RRP:$1499.95 

Category: Carver 

Lengths: 168.2, 174.1, 180.1, 186.3cm 

Widths: Radius: 20 meters for an 

attacking soul. 

A newcomer in all-terrain skiing, 

the Serpo is designed for the piste 

and partially for off-piste. With 

93mm at the waist, it’s a good 

carver, it’s there to really play with 

the terrain with its good flex and 

responsiveness together thanks 

to its layer of metal for grip and 

stability. This works to increase the 

ease and pleasure of the game. 

BLACK CROW//MIRUS COR NEW 

87MM SKI 

RRP:$1499.95 

Category: All mountain 

Lengths: 149, 157, 164, 171cm 

Widths: 87mm at the waist, super 

responsive, very short radius 

(13m) 

A brand new UFO, the Mirus’ 

Cor is a ski for performance and 

design, to achieve an alliance 

between two worlds: freestyle 

and the most angular curves 

of today. Built with a fairly long 

rocker and a split tail, it allows 

short curves for playing, for piste, 

and for the side of the ski run, 

it is carving in a black crows 

approach and/or all terrain 

freestyle. Accessible, well-built, 

and creative from any point of 

view. 

DYNASTAR//E 4X4 5 XPRESS 

RRP:$1199.00 (includes 

binding) 

Category: All Terrain 

(women’s specific) 

Lengths:156-164-171cm 

Widths: 130-82-110 mm 

Weight: 3500g/pair (156cm) 

This across resort ski will 

give you all you need to lap 

the groomers “first tracks” 

then go out in seek of powder 

pockets all day and on the 

return to base you have the 

full benefit of these light agile 

and extremely maneuverable 

skis. Rediscover that 

Dynastar feeling in all 

conditions promising fun with 

comfort. 

DYNASTAR//INTENSE 12 

RRP:$1,299.00 (includes 

binding) 

Category: Groomer (women’s 

specific) 

Lengths: 149-158-166cm 

Widths: 121-72-106 

Weight: 3800g / pair (Konect) 

The perfect blend of 

performance and style, light 

in weight with the Active 

Air Core but with plenty of 

power, precision and edge 

grip delivered by the Titanal 

construction and Powerdrive 

sidewall technology. 

DYNASTAR//M FREE 108 

RRP:$1399.00 (ski only) 

Category: Freeride/Big 

Mountain 

Lengths: 172-182-192cm 

Widths: 138-108-128 

Weight: 4400g /pair (182) 

M-FREE range is meant for 

creative skiers searching for 

a playful, powerful and agile 

ski to get you away from the 

resort and into virgin terrain 

to express your creativity with 

complete confidence. Hunt 

your Line! 

DYNASTAR// SPEED 763 

RRP:$1499.00 (includes Look 

NX 12 binding) 

Category: Groomer 

Lengths: 158-166-174-182cm 

Widths: 121-72-106 

Weight: 3900g/pair (166cm) 

Feed your Speed. The skiers 

body works to generate 

energy and accelerate. 

The 763 uses the latest 

technology from the Dynastar 

race room to deliver precise 

carved turns for those 

obsessed with speed. This 

ski packs in the new V Tech 

Titanal insert, Active Air Core, 

sandwich construction and 

full sidewall and thanks 

to Powerdrive ensuring a 

unique gliding experience and 

excellent edge grip. 

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ARMADA//STRANGER 

RRP: $1299.99 


Everything 

Lengths: 172, 180cm 

Width: 138 - 100 - 120 

Weight: 2100g (180) 

A ski that you can take to the 

groomers on an average day 

with friends, carve hard, trick 

around on, laugh and have a 

good time. 

AR75 Sidewall, Poplar Ash 

Core, AR Freestyle Rocker, 

S7 Base, 2.2 Im-pact Edge, 

Springboard Tail, Edgeless Tip. 

ARMADA//DECLIVITY 102 

RRP: $1349.99 

Category: Freeride, All- 

Mountain 

Lengths:172, 180, 188cm 

Width: 135 - 102 - 125 

Weight: 1950g (180 

A hard-charging all-mtn ski, 

the Declivity 102Ti took the 

full-throttle thought process 

of the Declivity X and applied 

it to a versatile chassis, 

specifically built to conquer 

mixed conditions. 

AR100 Sidewall, Caruba Core, 

EST Freeride Rocker, Comp 

Series Base, 2.5 Impact Edge, 

Articulated Titanal Banding.. 

ARMADA//ARV 106 

RRP: $1299.99 

Category: Freestyle - All 

Mountain 


Width: 135 - 201 - 125 

Weight: 2125g (182) 

One of the most versatile 

all-mountain freestyle skis, 

period. The ARV 106 is as at 

home surfing the white wave 

as it is thrashing the park. 

Smear Tec, AR75 Sidewall, 

Poplar Ash Core, AR Freestyle 

Rocker, S7 Base, 2.2 Impact 

Edge. 

ARMADA//ARW 96 

RRP: $1099.99 

Category: All Mountain 

Freestyle 

Lengths: 156, 163, 170cm 

Width: 123 - 96 - 115 

Weight: 1650g (163) 

The marquee women’s all 

mountain freestyle ski. It’s 

unique construction reduces 

weight while adding pop for 

a stable yet responsive feel. 

From jumps to jibs let your 

style do the talking. 

AR75 Sidewall, Poplar Ash 

Core, AR Freestyle Rocker, S7 

Base, 2.0 Impact Edge 

ROSSIGNOL//BLACKOPS SENDER 

RRP: $ 1349.99 ski only 

Category: All-Mountain, Freeride 

Lengths: 172, 178, 186cm 

Width: 138-104-127 (178) 

Weight: 3.8kg/pair (178) 

Blending some of the nimble, easily 

accessible characteristics of the old 

Soul 7 into BlackOps performance 

tech like Dual LCT and Damp Tech, 

the Sender is ready for absolutely 

anything. 

Recycled materials: Topsheet-15%, 

Edges-100%, Base-30% 

ROSSIGNOL//BLACKOPS ESCAPER 

RRP: $ 1199.99 


Lengths: 164, 172, 178, 186cm 

Width: 128-94-118 (178) 


If you’re looking for a one 

ski quiver, look no further. 

Encompassing fea-tures like 

Rossi’s new Damp Tech and Diago 

Fibre on a 94mm waist, you can 

trust the Escaper anywhere, 

anytime. 


Edges-100%, Base-30% 

ROSSIGNOL//BLACKOPS HOLYSHRED 

RRP: $1249.99 

Category: All-Mountain, Freestyle 


Width: 127 - 88 - 117 


A true all-rounder, the Holyshred 

loves smearing and slashing off-piste, 

carving hard turns on the hard pack, 

and popping off sidehits or park 

jumps. A long-time team favourite. 


Edges-100% 

ROSSIGNOL//BLACKOPS 

STARGAZER 

RRP: $1199.99 


Lengths: 154, 162, 170cm 

Width: 127/92/117 (162) 


Playful, stable and confidenceinspiring, 

the Stargazer is an allmountain 

asset for those looking 

for a ski equally at home carving 

turns on trail as it is blasting 

off-piste. 

Recycled materials: 

Topsheet-15%, Edges-100%, 

Base-30% 


LANGE// 

FOR STOCKISTS VISIT WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ/BRANDS/LANGE 

Photo: Oliver Godbold 

2021 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//FEATURED BOOTS 

LANGE//RX 80 

RRP: $699.00 

Category: All Mountain/Groomers 

Length: 22.0 – 27.5 

Width: L.V 97mm / 100mm 

Arguably the best-selling women’s boot on 

the market just got more comfortable with 

the addition of “Shin Control” and Thinsulate 

insulation for extra warmth. Grip Walk 

compatible. 

LANGE//LX 120 

RRP: $799.00 

Category: Groomers/All Mountain 

Length: 24.0 – 31.5. 

Width: 102mm 

All New LX series with the lighter weight 

“Dual Core” is the upper recreational end 

of boot for the person with a higher volume 

foot. The range is available to Men and 

Women. All day comfort with no sacrifice on 

performance. Grip Walk Compatible. 

LANGE//RS 130 

RRP: $1099.00 

Category: Groomers/Race 

Length: 24.0 – 31.5. 

Width: L.V 97mm / Wide 100mm 

Race heritage and the collaboration with the 

best boot fitters in the racing and retail world 

has delivered the boot for the highest level 

of recreational skiing. Next step up is the full 

World Cup level. Dual Core delivers explosive 

power, snap and rebound. 

LANGE//XT3 130 

RRP: $1299.00 

Category: Freeride/Tour 

Length: 24.0 – 29.5 

Last: L.V 97mm Wide 100mm 

The all new XT3 is designed on the law 

“what goes down, must come up”. Purpose 

built for the modern freeride skier, the 

XT3 is effortless on the ascent, (53º range 

of movement) so you can enjoy the trill 

of the descent. Grip Walk mounted soles. 

Dynafit® Inserts. Dual Core. 

J U N E 2 021// 93

PATAGONIA//WWW.PATAGONIA.CO.NZ 

PATAGONIA 

Photo: Adam Clark courtesy of Patagonia 

2021 BUYERS GUIDE//S K I &SNOW//FEATURED CLOTHING 

PATAGONIA//W’S INSULATED POWDER 

BOWL PANTS 

RRP: $629.99 

Designed from the inside out with 100% 

recycled GORE-TEX® face and 60-g 

Thermogreen® insulation for warmth, they 

provide tough, long-wearing waterproof/ 

breathable and windproof protection for 

all conditions. 

PATAGONIA//W’S DEPARTER JACKET 

RRP: $569.99 

A highly versatile mountain-to-town 

jacket, with durable 2-layer GORE-TEX® 

face, mesh lining to wick moisture, and 

all the critical snow features to keep you 

comfortable and moving freely. 

PATAGONIA//M’S POWSLAYER JACKET 

RRP: $1,149.99 

Featuring the highly durable 3-layer nylon 

ripstop GORE-TEX® Pro shell, helmetcompatible 

hood, watertight slim zippers, 

adjustable powder gasket and concealed 

RECCO® reflector, it is also Fair Trade 

Certified sewn. 

PATAGONIA//M’S POWSLAYER BIBS 

RRP: $899.99 

Lightweight and optimised for 

backcountry touring, the GORE-TEX® 

Pro fabric package includes the first 

ever 100% recycled nylon face fabric, 

delivering the highest level of durable 

waterproof/breathable and windproof 

protection available. 

w w w . b o b o . c o . n z 

J U N E 2 021// 95

MERRELL// WWW.MERRELL.CO.NZ 

NEVADA SPORT// 

2021 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//FEATURED CLOTHING 

©RALPH_KRISTOPHER 

MERRELL //MIDWEIGHT SYNTHETIC 

INSULATED PARKA MEN’S 

RRP: $499.00 

Taking Cues from Japanese streetwear, 

this parka is both toasty warm and brings 

a stylish look that will work as an everyday 

winter coat, whether you’re on the side of 

rugby field or in the city. 

MERRELL //MOAB ADVENTURE CHELSEA 

POLAR WATERPROOF MEN’S 

RRP: $299.00 

Get all-day comfort with the same outof-the-box 

fit you expect from Moab. This 

chelsea delivers a lifestyle look, insulated 

layer for winter warmth, waterproofing, 

and traction you can trust. 

MERRELL //TREMBLANT EZRA LACE 

POLAR WATERPROOF WOMEN’S 

RRP: $329.00 

Step outside this winter in style and 

confidence with a winter boot that is 

equipped to keep you going. 200g of 

insulation combined with a waterproof liner 

will keep your feet warm and dry during the 

cold weather. 

MERRELL //RIDGEVENT HYBRID PARKA 

WOMEN’S 

RRP: $549.00 

Stay warm and comfortable in a go-to 

parka you won’t want to take off this winter. 

Blending responsibly sourced waterproof 

goose down and Primaloft synthetic 

insulation with a BackVent technology 

to provide warmth even when wet and 

breathability when it matters. 

www.smartwool.co.nz

ELAN SKIS//WINGMAN 86CTI $1599.00 INC ATTACK 14 BINDING. 

FEATURES: 130/86/115. The closest bridge into the Ripstick collection. The 

86CTI is wide enough to explore off piste but crushes groomers all day 

long. 

WWW.ELANSKIS.COM 

DYNASTAR//SPEED 563 KONECT (GROOMERS) $1399.00 (BINDING 

INCLUDED) 

FEATURES: S.C 125-74-106. R14m (170cm) Hybrid Poplar / PU Core, 

V-Tech, Fiberglass sandwich, Full Sidewall. 

WWW.BOBO.CO.NZ 

ELAN SKIS//WINGMAN 86TI $1399.00 INC ATTACK 14 BINDING. 

FEATURES: 130/86/115. Capable of making the perfect tun across all terrain 

and any speed. 


DYNASTAR//963 KONECT (GROOMERS) $1699.00 (BINDING INCLUDED) 

FEATURES: S.C122-68-104. R12m (162cm) Hybrid Poplar / PU Core, 

V-Tech, Fiberglass sandwich, Full Sidewall. 


ELAN SKIS//WINGMAN 82CTI $1499.00 INC ATTACK 14 BINDING. 

FEATURES: 129/82/112. The 82CTI is a dynamic ski that boosts power into 

every turn and finishes smooth run after run. 


DYNASTAR//M FREE 99 (PROGRESSIVE FREERIDE) $1299.00 (SKI ONLY) 

FEATURES: S.C 128-99-120. R17m (179) Hybrid poplar / PU core, 

Fiberglass Torsion box, Sandwich, Full Sidewall. 


ELAN SKIS//WINGMAN 82TI $1299.00 INC BINDING. 

FEATURES: 129/82/112. If you like cruising all day the 82Ti – guaranteed to be 

your best all mountain buddy. 


DYNASTAR//M PRO 90 (FREERIDE) $1199.00 (SKI ONLY) 

FEATURES: S.C 118-90-108. R18m (178), Hybrid Poplar / PU core, Titanal 

Rocket Frame, Fiberglass torsion box, Sandwich, full Sidewall. 


ELAN SKIS//WILDCAT 82 C $1199.00 INC BINDING. 

FEATURES: 129/82/112. Stays in control. Gives you confidence. Turns with 

ease and makes you look good. 


DYNASTAR//M PRO 84 (ALL MOUNTAIN) $999.00 (SKI ONLY) 

SPECS: 122-84-105. R15m (170), Poplar Core, Tip and Tail Rocker, 

5 Point Sidecut, Fiberglass Sandwich, Full Sidewall. 


2021 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//SKIS 

ELAN SKIS//BLACK EDITION RIPSTICK 96 $1899.00 INC ATTACK 14 BINDING. 

FEATURES: 134/96/113. Add extra carbon, shave some weight and you have 

the ultimate all round weapon for all types of skiing. 


ELAN SKIS//RIPSTICK 96 MENS $1699.00 INC ATTACK 14 BINDING. 

FEATURES: 134/96/113. This ski has proven to be the ultimate freeride ski of 

choice for skiers looking for a lightweight and versatile stick in all conditions. 


ELAN SKIS//RIPSTICK 94 WOMENS $1499.00 INC ATTACK 11 BINDING. 

FEATURES: 136/94/111. Light, fun, playful and stable. This is a ladies swiss 

army knife. 


DYNASTAR//INTENSE 4X4 78 (ALL MOUNTAIN / WOMEN’S SPECIFIC) 

$999.00 (BINDING INCLUDED) 

SPECS: 122-78-106. R13m (158). Hybrid Sapelli / PU core. 3D Profile, 

Central Sidewall, Tip Rocker. 


SEGO//BIG HORN 106 $ 963.00 TO $1156.00 

SPECS: The Big Horns make the whole mountain your playground. They are 

the perfect balance between the confidence to shred anything and the 

playfulness to jib and butter to your heart’s content. WWW.SEGOSKIS.COM 

SEGO//CONDOR 108 $1156.00 

SPECS: The Condor was developed with Dorian Densmore as a modern one 

ski quiver. It is as comfortable spinning laps in the backcountry as it is as the 

resort. WWW.SEGOSKIS.COM 


ELAN SKIS//RIPSTICK 88 MENS $1399.00 INC ATTACK 11 BINDING. 

FEATURES: 130/88/105. The all mountain fun machine is more forgiving but 

just as adventurous as the 96. 


ARMADA//DECLIVITY 92TI $1249.99 

FEATURES: Taking inspirations from big mountain and racing in construction, 

the Declivity series is for serious all-mountain charging. 

WWW.ARMADASKIS.COM 

ELAN SKIS//RIPSTICK 88 WOMENS $1399.00 INC ATTACK 11 BINDING. 

FEATURES: 130/88/105. Wide enough to handle whatever the mountain 

dishes out and light enough to make any condition look easy. 


ARMADA//ARV 96 $1099.99 

FEATURES: The ultimate all-rounder, there isn’t a part of the mountain this ski 

isn’t happy in. WWW.ARMADASKIS.COM 

BLACK CROWS//CAMOX BIRDIE $1399.95 

FEATURES: A womens specific, incomparable mid-fat all terrain ski reputed 

for its tolerance and playfulness. The association of a very progressive flex 

and good length side lines brings great manoeuvrability and strong hold at 

high speed. With a DNA derived from freestyle, the progressive and supple 

flex makes it easy to handle and adapted to progression; whereas its side 

lines give a very effective and stable edge. .WWW.BLACK-CROWS.COM 

ROSSIGNOL//HERO ELITE PLUS TI $1749.99 

SPECS: Race ski construction on a wider body, this is a stable short radius 

weapon with just a hint of forgiveness. 

WWW.ROSSIGNOL.COM 

BLACK CROWS//NAVIS FREEBIRD $1599.95 

FEATURES: 102 mm dedicated to the spirit of adventure and touring. A 

beautiful balance between lift and skiability, alpine driving and progressive 

front rocker, the navis freebrid is cut for distant or everyday quests. Your 

ideal companion for a days touring and a days piste. 

WWW.BLACK-CROWS.COM 

ROSSIGNOL//BLACKOPS STARGAZER $1199.99 SKI ONLY 

SPECS: Confidence-inspiring stability at speed and nimble when you want to 

relax, delivered in a versatile width. 


SEGO//COMP $1239.00 

SPECS: A new generation of big mountain comp ski for a new generation 

of big mountain skiers. 

These chargers were designed as Isaac Freeland’s FWT ski and they trick 

as well as they charge. 

WWW. WWW.SEGOSKIS.COM 

ROSSIGNOL//BLACKOPS RALLYBIRD $1299.99 (SKI ONLY) 

SPECS: Effortless performance for the off-piste inclined, the Rallybird 

delivers smooth control at all speeds. 


SEGO//LUPINE $963.00 TO $1032.00 

SPECS: These beauties thrive and inspire confidence in all terrain types and 

conditions. Ice, powder, corn, and looking good in the parking lot – the Lupine 

has you covered. WWW.SEGOSKIS.COM 

ROSSIGNOL//BLACKOPS ESCAPER $1199.99 (SKI ONLY) 

SPECS: Built for all-mountain versatility, take the Escaper into any and all 

conditions with confidence. 


SEGO//WAVE $1533.00 

SPECS: The Waves have been tested by mountain guides and yahoos in 

the high peaks of the Tetons and are a one ski quiver for the backcountry 

skier with big goals. WWW.SEGOSKIS.COM 

ROSSIGNOL//BLACKOPS SENDER $ 1349.99 SKI ONLY 

SPECS: The characteristics of the Soul 7 with a much higher performance 

ceiling and edge grip in mind. 


SEGO//MBZ PRO $585.00 

SPECS: Mario Balzano’s pro model blade. “Tips up, it’s time to send” - Mario 

Balzano, the world’s greatest snowblader. WWW.SEGOSKIS.COM 

ROSSIGNOL//BLACKOPS SENDER TI $1449.99 SKI ONLY 

SPECS: Unbridled freeride performance with a playful personality, the 

Sender Ti is here to satiate the shredders. 

WWW.ROSSIGNOL.COM

HEAD//WOMEN’S KORE 2 

RRP:$1199.00 

The combination of lightweight and 

performance meets your freeskiing needs. 

The new Superleggera buckles give your 

feet a precise and comfortable fit. The 

Ski-Hike mechanism provides a strong 

connection between cuff and shell. 

WWW.HEADSNOW.CO.NZ 

HEAD//EDGE LYT 130 

RRP:$899.00 

Enjoy better skiing with less effort. The 

power-efficient design of the new Edge LYT 

features Graphene infused plastic combined 

with the new Smart Frame shell delivers 

the perfect balance between performance, 

comfort, and lightweight design. 


HEAD//WM’S EDGE LYT 90 W 

RRP:$799.00 

Customisation, comfort and ease of 

use define the easy entry all-ride EDGE 

LYT 90 W, providing comfortable all-day 

performance to experienced skiers. 

Featuring revolutionary EDGE LYT design, 

which provides direct skier to ski power 

transfer, supreme balance and control 

through turns and enhanced 

customisation, rear support 

and energy transmission. 


HEAD//WOMEN’S NEXO LYT 100 

RRP:$1099.00 

LAST: RS 1850cc FLEX: 100/90 

The revolutionary Liquid Fit Technology provides 

you with the maximum level of comfort and fit. 

The customisation process is fast, easy and can 

be done anytime. Moreover, to improve comfort 

you have more space in the toe box. With Duo 

Flex, you experience precise ski control 

through all levels of your turns. 


LANGE//RSJ60 

RRP:$289.90 

LAST: Junior FLEX: 60 

The easy flexing boot for junior racers and 

all-mountain skiers, the RSJ 60 offers the perfect 

blend of comfort and performance for skiers ages 

12 and under. 


HEAD//KORE 1 

RRP:$1299.00 

LAST: S 1850cc FLEX: 130 

With the KORE 1, you follow your own 

paths. The combination of lightweight, 

performance, ski-hike mechanism and 

Dynafit tech insert meets your freeskiing 

needs. The new Superleggera 

buckles give your feet a precise 

and comfortable fit. 


ROSSIGNOL//SPEED 120 

RRP:$699.99 

LAST: 104 FLEX: 120 

A performance downhill boot with a wider 

fit and custom moldable liners for feet 

needing a bit of breathing space. 


LANGE//STARLET 

RRP:$289.90 

LAST: Junior FLEX: 60 

The easy flexing boot for junior girl skiers, the 

Starlet 60 offers the perfect blend of comfort 

and performance for skiers ages 10 and under. 


ROSSIGNOL//ALLTRACK PRO 130 GW 

RRP:$1099.99 


A trustworthy workhorse, designed to 

hold you properly for morning resort laps 

followed by afternoon tour laps. 


2021 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//BOOTS 

LANGE//RX 120 

RRP:$899.00 

Flex 120, Last 100mm & LV 97mm. Gripwalk® 

compatible. 


ROSSIGNOL//PURE PRO 

100 W 

RRP:$799.99 


A performance boot with custom 

moldable liners for unsurpassed 

comfort. Combine that with Merino wool 

insulation and you’ll have the warmth to 

stay out all day. 


ROSSIGNOL//ALL TRACK ELITE 120 W 

RRP:$999.99 


Narrower fitting, high performance 

all-rounder with tech compatibility. 

Touring function without compromising 

the descent. 


WITH US THIS 

WINTER. 

LANGE//LX 80W 

RRP:$699.00 

Flex 80, Last 102mm. Gripwalk® compatible. 


LANGE//RX 110 W 

RRP:$899.00 

Flex110, Last 100mm & LV 97mm. 

Gripwalk® compatible. 


LANGE//XT3 80 WIDE S.C (YOUTH 

FREERIDE) 

RRP:$699.00 

Flex 80, Last 100mm.Shoet Cuff. Gripwalk® 

compatible, Dynafit® Tech Insert. Active 

Power V Lock. 


Layer up in our stylish cold weather products, 

to keep you warm, dry and looking good. 

merrell.co.nz

2021 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//CLOTHING 

SMARTWOOL//WOMEN’S INTRAKNIT MERINO 200 CREW 

RRP: $220.00 SPECS: This minimalist-style crew is anything 

but insignificant. It is a lightweight, super-moveable top, 

perfect for all of your sweatiest cold-weather activities. With 

Merino blend yarns and gender-specific ventilation perfectly 

placed to maximize thermoregulation and breathability 

in high-intensity activities, it helps amplify moisture 

management, movement, and comfort. 

WWW.SMARTWOOL.CO.NZ 

SMARTWOOL//MEN’S INTRAKNIT MERINO 200 CREW 

RRP: $220.00 SPECS: Smartwool Men’s Intraknit Merino 

200 Crew is a lightweight, super-moveable top, made 

for all of your most extreme cold-weather activities. 

With Merino blend yarns and gender-specific ventilation 

perfectly placed to maximize thermoregulation and 

breathability in high-intensity activities, it helps amplify 

moisture management, movement, and comfort. 


SMARTWOOL//WOMEN’S SMARTLOFT -X 60 HOODIE FULL ZIP 

RRP: $430.00 SPECS: Smartloft-X 60 Hoodie Full Zip was designed 

to be breathable while helping block out the elements. Fully 

lined with Merino blend fabric, this midlayer helps keep you 

temperature-regulated and dry while the outer material helps 

blocks out harsh winds. No matter if you’re out skate-skiing or 

skinning in for your favorite side-country line, this piece is a great 

addition to any kit. WWW.SMARTWOOL.CO.NZ 

MERRELL//WHISPER RAIN JACKET MEN’S (POLAR) 

RRP:$399.00 SPECS: 100% waterproof, soft 4-way stretch 

jacket that breathes and feels as comfortable and 

quiet as a soft-shell. 

WWW.MERRELL.CO.NZ 

SMARTWOOL//MEN’S SMARTLOFT 120 JACKET 

RRP: $350.00 SPECS: Our Men’s Smartloft 120 Jacket is 

performance up front and breathability in the back. The 

front of the jacket features our 120g proprietary 50% 

recycled wool insulation, giving you breathable, lightweight, 

packable warmth. The back panel is our Sport Fleece fabric 

with a DWR finish, perfect for high-intensity workouts. 


MERRELL//RIDGEVENT HYBRID JACKET WOMEN’S 

RRP:$399.00 SPECS: Blending responsibly sourced 

goose down with synthetic fibres in a jacket that stays 

warm when wet and features innovative BackVent 

technology. 


MERRELL//TERRAIN GEOTEX FULL ZIP HOODY MEN’S & WOMENS 

RRP:$169.00 SPECS: Layer up this winter with a grid backed fleece full zip 

that wicks moisture. 



RAB//KHROMA KINETIC PANTS – MEN’S & 

WOMEN’S 

RRP:$599.95 SPECS: Our Khroma Kinetic Pant is 

purpose-built for uphill practicality as well as downhill 

protection. It uses new three-layer Proflex fabric, 

with a moisture-wicking inner knit and a DWR-treated 

20D stretch-woven outer for the ideal combination 

of extreme mountain waterproofing and sweat-free 

dryness on gruelling ascents. With integrated elastane, 

the ‘soft’ hardshell texture offers outstanding mobility 

for technical climbs and, for extra mountain utility, 

the Women’s Khroma Kinetic Pant also features an 

adjustable waist, side-venting zips and removable 

braces. In addition to reinforcement patches for ski 

buckles and edges, there are easy-access pockets for 

every quick-grab item the ski mountaineer might need. 

FROM RAB SPECIALIST RETAILERS THROUGHOUT NZ 

MERRELL//RIDGEVENT HYBRID ANORAK MEN’S 

RRP:$449.00 SPECS: Blending responsibly sourced goose 

down with synthetic fibres in a jacket that stays warm 

when wet and features innovative BackVent technology. 


RAB//KHROMA GTX JACKET – MEN’S & WOMEN’S 

RRP:$1099.95 SPECS: The Khroma GTX ski jacket is 

designed for cold, deep winter powder. Constructed 

from a hybrid of hardwearing, fully recycled 70D 

GORE-TEX® Pro fabrics, it combines durable 

waterproof performance with extreme breathability 

for outstanding weather protection and comfort. A 

fully adjustable hem and cuffs promote a secure fit 

and there is also a pair of deep two-way pit zips for 

increased ventilation. 


RAB//KHROMA KINETIC JACKET – MEN’S & WOMEN’S 

RRP:$599.95 SPECS: Stretchy, breathable and waterproof, the 

Khroma Kinetic Jacket is as comfortable with steep, rocky 

ascents as it is with backcountry ski tours. Built from new 

20D Proflex fabric, it comprises a wicking polyester inner 

and a woven DWR-coated polyamide outer for an extreme 

20,000mm waterproof rating and outstanding moisture 

management during tough physical work. 


MERRELL//WHISPER RAIN INSULATED PARKA WOMEN’S 

RRP:$599.00 SPECS: 100% waterproof stylish long coat, 

comfortable 4-way stretch and warm DownPlus+ insulation. 


RAB//KHROMA GTX BIB – MEN’S & WOMEN’S 

RRP:$999.95 SPECS: TThe Khroma GTX Bib is all about 

protection, toughness and Big Mountain practicality. It 

uses new recycled GORE-TEX® Pro Most Breathable, 

reinforced with GORE-TEX® Pro Most Rugged 

for 28,000mm waterproofing alongside extreme 

breathability to skin up, to bootpack and to embrace 

deep-powder descents in complete comfort. The fit 

is also highly tailored, thanks to an adjustable waist, 

articulated knee darts, removable braces and a 

removable Matrix softshell bib. 

FROM RAB SPECIALIST RETAILERS THROUGHOUT NZ

PRET//CYNIC X 

RRP:$279.00 SPECS: Mips. In Mold Shell, Low profile / 

Light Weight. X-Static linner, Fidlock magnetic buckle, 

Audio ready. 


PRET//LYRIC X 

RRP:$279.00 SPECS: Mips. In Mold Shell, Low profile / 

Light Weight. X-Static liner, Fidlock magnetic buckle, 

Audio ready. 


POW//STEALTH GORE-TEX GLOVE 

RRP:$209.99 SPECS: If you’re gonna do it, do 

it properly. All the best materials without 

emptying your wallet. www.POWGLOVES.COM 

POW//EMPRESS GORE-TEX GLOVE 

RRP:$179.99 SPECS: For unbeatable function and style 

look no further. Guaranteed to keep you dry. WWW. 

POWGLOVES.COM 

HEAD//RADAR HELMET 

RRP: $429.00 SPECS: Form follows function in its best 

execution. The perfect combination between lens 

and helmet, integrated in a way which sets new 

standards in helmet construction. Taking the best of 

both worlds, this helmet combines the advantages 

of wearing a goggle with those of wearing a visor. 


HEAD//RACHEL HELMET 

RRP: $429.00 SPECS: With its revolutionary 

construction, this new helmet heralds the start of 

a paradigm shift in head protection. The innovative 

combination of a visor helmet with the advantages 

of wearing a goggle are integrated into a product 

which is outstanding in terms of fit, style and 

performance. WWW.HEADSNOW.CO.NZ 



MERRELL//TREMBLANT EZRA TALL WATERPROOF 

RRP:$349.00 SPECS: With style and warmth mixed into 

one, this is a tall and insulated winter boot that will 

keep you dry all winter long. 


MERRELL//MOAB ADVENTURE MID WATERPROOF 

RRP:$299.00 SPECS: Get all-day comfort with the same 

out-of-the-box fit you expect from Moab. 


MERRELL//TREMBLANT MID POLAR WATERPROOF 

WOMEN’S 

RRP:$349.00 SPECS: Designed for frozen winters. This mid cut 

boot takes on the cold with warm insulation, waterproof lining 

and traction for icy conditions. 


BLACK DIAMOND //DAWN PATROL 32 BACKPACK 

RRP:279.99 SPECS: A mid-sized lightweight ski pack 

designed for maximum versatility, the Dawn Patrol 32 

accommodates either skis or a snowboard. 

WWW.SOUTHERNAPPROACH.CO.NZ 

BLACK DIAMOND //CIRQUE 45 BACKPACK 

RRP:329.99 SPECS: A technical ski mountaineering pack 

with a large-sized capacity for big missions and overnight 

trips. 


ALECK//006 TM UNIVERSAL WIRELESS HELMET 

AUDIO & COMMUNICATION 

SPECS: The Aleck 006 is a Bluetooth® 5 enabled 

water resistant audio system that fits perfectly in 

your ski or snowboard helmet. It connects you to 

your group via glove-friendly, one-touch walkietalkie 

connectivity directly from your lid! 


SMARTWOOL//WOMEN’S PHD® PRO FREESKI SOCKS 

RRP: $60.00 SPECS: Performing like the pros begins with 

wearing Angel Collinson’s signature sock, the Smartwool 

PhD® Pro Freeski. Using Collinson’s insight, these 

socks have been built to perform for steep descents 

and help lock feet into ski boots. They’re also made 

with Smartwool’s exclusive sock innovations including 

Indestructawool technology for enhanced durability; 

4 Degree elite fit system for a performance-oriented 

fit; and Shred Shield technology for reduced wear 

from toes. The design includes contoured shin and ankle 

cushioning with a flat knit toe box, as well as a wider welt 

for a secure fit and comfort.WWW.SMARTWOOL.CO.NZ 

SMARTWOOL//WOMEN’S PHD® SKI ULTRA LIGHT PRINT 

SOCKS 

RRP: $70.00 SPECS: Get the style you love and support you need 

with Smartwool’s thinnest ski socks. These lightweight over-thecalf 

ski socks feature Smartwool’s exclusive sock innovations 

including Indestructawool technology for enhanced durability, 

4 Degree elite fit system for a dialed, performance-oriented fit, 

and Shred Shield technology for reduced wear from toes. They 

are designed with a wider welt to help ensure the perfect fit and 

body-mapped mesh zones help keep things breathable. 


SMARTWOOL//MEN’S ATHLETE EDITION SKI RACE SOCKS 

RRP: $60.00 SPECS: Using insights of pro skier and a gold 

medalist Mikaela Shiffrin, Smartwool has constructed the 

Athlete Edition Ski Race socks. These feature Smartwool’s 

exclusive sock innovations including Indestructawool 

technology for enhanced durability, 4 Degree elite fit system 

for a dialed, performance-oriented fit, and Shred Shield 

technology for reduced wear from toes. The design includes 

contoured shin cushioning, as well as a wider welt for a secure 

fit and comfort. 


SMARTWOOL//MEN’S PHD® SNOW LIGHT ELITE 

PRINT SOCKS 

RRP: $60.00 SPECS: Smartwool PhD® Snow Light 

Elite Print socks combine the benefits of responsibly 

sourced Merino wool with unique Eric Jackson inspired 

artwork for a one-of-a-kind snow sock. These feature 

Smartwool’s exclusive sock technologies including 

Indestructawool for improved durability, Virtually 

Seamless toe for enhanced comfort, and 4 Degree 

elite fit system for a dialed, performance-oriented fit. 


SMARTWOOL//PHD® SLOPESTYLE LIGHT ELITE VANS 

WOODLAND PRINT SOCKS 

RRP: $60.00 SPECS: Smartwool performance. Vans 

personality. The PhD® Slopestyle Light Elite Vans 

Woodland Print sock is made for long days and epic turns. 

These feature Smartwool’s exclusive technologies, like 

targeted cushioning in the shin and calf, body-mapped 

mesh zones, and 4 Degree elite fit system - making these 

socks stylish and performance-driven. 


SMARTWOOL//WOMEN’S PHD® SKI MEDIUM FOX 

PATTERN SOCKS 

RRP: $60.00 SPECS: Foxy, fun, and functional, the 

Smartwool Women’s PhD® Ski Medium Fox Pattern socks 

use responsibly sourced Merino wool with a unique Iuna 

Tinta design. They are designed with a wider welt to help 

ensure the perfect fit and body-mapped mesh zones help 

keep things breathable. 

WWW.SMARTWOOL.CO.NZ

BLACK DIAMOND //TRANSFER 3 SHOVEL 

RRP:$99.99 SPECS: Built with an extendable, 

removable handle and anodized high-volume 

blade profile to move more snow from the 

smallest footprint. 


SUNSAVER //24K 

RRP:$199.00 SPECS: Built tough for the outdoors 

with a massive 24,000mAh capacity to charge all 

your devices. 

WWW.SUNSAVER.CO.NZ 

SUNSAVER //SUPER-FLEX 

RRP:$199.00 SPECS: Charge your phone and portable 

devices directly from the sun with 14-Watts of solar 

power. 

WWW.SUNSAVER.CO.NZ 

BLACK DIAMOND //ASCENSION CLIMBING SKINS 

RRP:$299.99 SPECS: Available in fixed lengths, with 

pre-installed, redesigned tip and tail attachments. The 

patented STS tail attachment system provides up to 10 

cm of adjustability. 


2021 BUYERS GUIDE//SKI&SNOW//ACCESSORIES 

LEKI//AIRFOIL 3D (MENS) & 

ARTENA AIRFOIL 3D (WOMENS) 

ALPINE POLES 

RRP:$169.95 SPECS: Fast, precise 

& perfect for short sporty 

curves. More control with 

Trigger 3D connection with 

pole & gloves, simple click in & 

out. Aerodynamic & extremely 

resistant against stress & 

vibration. 

WWW.MOUNTAINADVENTURE.CO.NZ 

LEKI//NEOLITE AIRFOIL – NON- 

TRIGGER ALPINE POLE 

RRP:$119.95 SPECS: Close grip between 

hand & pole with new Pro G PAS grip. Can 

be infinitely adjusted to desired length. 

Aerodynamic teardrop Airfoil shape 

makes this lightweight strap pole stable 

& dynamic. 


BLACK DIAMOND //QUICKDRAW 

PROBE TOUR 240 

RRP:$119.99 SPECS: A 240 cm probe for 

shallow snowpacks, lightweight tours 

and avalanche rescue practice. 


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BLACK CROWS//FIRMO POLE 

RRP:$169.95 SPECS: A pole 

destined for ski areas and more 

specially for the piste, the 

Firmo is made of a high calibre 

7075 aluminium alloy with a 

diameter of 16 mm. As for the 

grip, this new version is fitted 

with a specific grip with a very 

angular morphology which 

makes it very good to hold ; it is 

accompanied by a strap which 

is both comfortable and easy to 

manipulate. 

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BLACK CROWS//FURTIS POLE 

RRP:$169.95 SPECS: Still with its 

celebrated 22 mm diameter, still in 

100% composite – very strong and 

ultra-light thanks to its slightly 

bendy structure that can absorb 

shocks – the Furtis has been 

updated, including a refinement 

at the top of its long grip making 

it easier to grasp. As for its wrist 

strap inspired by safety-harness, it 

is now fixed with a tougher cap. 

WWW.OUTFITTERS.NET.NZ 

LEKI//CARBON 14 3D 

ALPINE POLE 

RRP:$199.95 SPECS: 100% 

Carbon equipped with new 

Trigger 3D slalom grip offering 

more control through pole & 

glove connection. Improved 

ease of use with quick, simple 

click in & out! 


LEKI//AERGON 3 

ALPINE TOURING POLE 

RRP:$259.95 SPECS: Compact & 

strong 3-part touring Speed Lock 

2 pole adjusts quickly & easily. The 

Aergon grip has large supporting 

surface at the grip head. The 

binding basket is specially 

designed for backcountry skiers. 


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UNIVERSAL BLUETOOTH® HI-FI AUDIO AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM 

FOR AUDIO-READY SKI AND SNOWBOARD HELMETS 

The first major snows are starting to fall across the Southern 

Hemisphere, and snow lovers are gearing up for the imminent 

resort openings. Of course, the usual pre-season rituals are being 

performed; watching videos, keeping tabs on the weather, getting an 

edge and wax… and searching for that amazing new piece of gear 

that will kick this season off right. 

Of all the exciting new technology available this season, now 

available to Kiwi and Aussie snowsports enthusiasts is a way to 

convert their snow helmet into an audio and communications marvel. 

THE ALECK 006 - UNIVERSAL WIRELESS HELMET 

AUDIO & COMMUNICATION 

Aleck 006 is the wireless audio system that brings premium sound 

and push-to-talk communication capability to any ski or snowboard 

helmet. With simple, glove-friendly controls for music and instant 

group communication from anywhere on the mountain, Aleck 006 

puts your playlist at your fingertips, keeps your squad in touch on 

storm days, and makes meeting up for aprés easy. Any day on the 

snow is a good one, but the Aleck 006 makes every run better. 

GROUP PUSH-TO-TALK COMMS 

We all know how to use a walkie-talkie, and that’s how Aleck 006 

works—just press and talk. The Aleck GO! app (iPhone and Android) 

lets you easily switch channels between single users and as many 

custom groups as you want to create. Keep a family group and a big 

friend group, and add friends and family members on the fly. 

HIGH-FIDELITY AUDIO 

Aleck 006 is tuned for the optimal helmet audio experience right out 

of the box, with crisp highs and hard-hitting lows from its two 40mm 

titanium drivers. Need a more individual audio experience? The 

powerful in-app equalizer allows you to fine-tune the treble, bass, and 

midrange until you nail that signature sound. 

GROUP GPS MAPPING 

Losing touch on the mountain is all too easy, especially on storm days 

and among riders with different ability levels. With GPS tracking in the 

Aleck GO! app, you can map the location of everyone in your crew— 

whether you’re waiting at the lift for a friend or you’re the one who’s 

gone AWOL! 

UNIVERSAL FIT 

Aleck 006 features a low-profile, lightweight design that’s compatible 

with any audio-ready snow helmet—at least every one we could get 

our hands on.

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