Meet two snowboarders chasing winter around the world — from Japan’s legendary powder to Europe’s lesser-known gems. We’ve face-planted in Alaska, slept in icy car parks, and followed storms we definitely shouldn’t have. Expect honest guides, no-frills resort reviews, and plenty of vanlife chaos.
Coronet Peak is one of the most popular ski resorts in New Zealand. It is located on the South Island of New Zealand, in the Otago Region. It is easily accessible from Queenstown via a sealed road and the journey from the Queenstown town centre is only 20 minutes.
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Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt are preparing to open to guests this Wednesday when the South Island returns to alert level 2.
Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt set to open in Level 2 Read More »
Do you want to make your travel dollars stretch a little further? Don’t get hit with unnecessary foreign exchange fees and take a look at these simple tips.
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Cardrona is one of our favourite ski resorts in New Zealand. Any snow holiday to the South Island of New Zealand is not complete without a visit to Cardrona.
Snowboarding And Skiing Guide To Cardrona, New Zealand Read More »
I could have been seriously hurt. There are universal rules when skiing and snowboarding, applicable to everyone, worldwide. Commonly known as the Alpine Responsibility Code, it is endorsed and used by most ski areas around the world with slight variations. Ultimately, it’s about using some common sense and personal awareness to reduce elements of risk.
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So, you’re thinking about going skiing or snowboarding for the first time. You don’t really know what to expect. There are some things that people just don’t tell you about when you’re just starting out. It always helps to be a little prepared so here’s the real truth on what to expect which will have you shredding down the mountain in no time!
Skiing And Snowboarding For The First Time – What Nobody Tells You Read More »
Maximise your time on the mountain by becoming a proficient winter driver and a snow chain fitting guru with our handy New Zealand winter driving guide!
Fitting Snow Chains And Winter Driving In New Zealand Read More »
Here’s our packing list for what and how to pack for your next snowboarding holiday along with some packing tips. You can totally use it as a ski trip packing list too, just swap out the snowboard gear for ski gear!
What And How To Pack For A Snowboarding Holiday Read More »
From Winter 2021 onwards, there will be no public-facing landfill bins at either resort and free shuttles will be offered.
Cardrona & Treble Cone Bin Public Landfill And Offer Free Shuttles for Winter 2021 Read More »
CrossFit has been a big part of my exercise routine for a couple of years now and without a doubt, it has had a huge and positive impact upon my snowboarding, both leading up to the season and on the slopes. The best training for snowboarding is always going to be snowboarding, but if that isn’t possible then CrossFit is probably the next best thing.
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