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Gear Guide: 2026 Skis - The Snow is Here, Time to Demo Some Skis

If you've been waiting to invest in a new pair of skis, now is the perfect time....

August 9, 2026
Gear Guide: The North Face Hex GORE-TEX Jacket & Pants Review

durable 2-layer GORE-TEX fabric with a non-PFC durable water-repellent (DWR) fin...

August 5, 2026
Gear Guide: ATK HY FREE - Hybrid Binding for Freeride

675 g per binding, it's among the lighter options in the hybrid category...

July 30, 2026
Gear Guide: Rip Curl Relax 20K Women's Snow Jacket

excellent protection against heavy snow, rain, and windy conditions,...

June 29, 2026
Gearing Up for First Tracks with the Valentino Guseli | Signature Collection from XTM

the collection blends technical performance with bold, athlete-driven design....

June 11, 2026
Gearing Up for First Tracks with XTM Performance's Aussie Merino Range

Australian Merino is valued for its softness, breathability...

June 2, 2026
Your Chance to Score $2000 of XTM Performance Gear - Enter Now

Enter now - winner drawn on the day the first lifts start spinning!...

May 14, 2026
The North Face Basecamp with Wanaka's Aspiring Guides

ultimately one of the best pow days I’ve ever had in New Zealand...

December 1, 2025
Gear Review: The North Face Summit Series Verbier Jacket

purpose-built for the type of snow we all dream about...

November 30, 2025
Gear Guide: Rip Curl Backcountry Jacket and Pants

mountainwear is all about durable gear that is lightweight, waterproof and breat...

July 24, 2025
Myth-Busters: Ski boot Edition - Buckle up - It's time to Get Your Boots (and facts) Straight.

the truth is: ski boots can and should feel good....

July 22, 2025
Choosing The Right Ski For You - Guide to Some of The Best Skis of 2025

But deciding which ONE ski is right for you makes the whole process even more d...

July 10, 2025
Gear Guide: The Ski Boot Buyer’s Checklist

before you slap down the credit card, ask the right questions...

May 28, 2025
Grasshopper's Weekly Japan Forecast, December 12th – Another Deep Week Ahead As More Resorts Open

cold west-to-northwest winds will bring good, consistent snowfall to Hokkaido an...

December 12, 2024
Snowboard Video Review – Five Boards For Fun Times in Powder. Gear Guide.

make the most of any powder opportunities, we’ve asked our in-house expert Jo...

November 29, 2024
Gear Guide – XTM Titanium III Men's Snow Jacket and Fletcher Bib Pants

Titanium here and overseas and it is the perfect jacket in a storm...

July 17, 2024
The Lift Collection - Affordable Freeride Range From The North Face

the Lift Collection is focused on accessibility through affordability...

July 14, 2024
Choosing the Right Ski – The Ski Selector Quiz and a Guide to Some the Best 2024 Skis

And that 'right' ski depends on what type of skier you are....

July 11, 2024
Gear Guide - XTM Demi Women's Snow Jacket and XTM Harper Bib Pant

Thanks to our friends at XTM you have a chance to win this kit as well as a pair...

July 9, 2024
Gear Guide – Top 10 Snowboards for The Australian Winter

Looking for a new snowboard for this season but not sure what board to buy?...

July 1, 2024

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RESORT	SNOW FORECAST
(7 DAYS FORECAST)
The Remarkables	39 cm
Treble Cone	34 cm
Cardrona	25 cm
Coronet Peak	23 cm
Mount Hutt	14 cm
Mount Baw Baw	14 cm
Lake Mountain Resort	8 cm
Porters	5 cm
Broken River	5 cm
Craigieburn	5 cm
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