10 years ago
The ski industry has made some serious headway over the last decade. Equipment is becoming stronger, lighter and faster and we’re seeing ski apparel made to cope with any weather …
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10 years ago
“Rumour has it, over 40 years ago, a man built a ski resort in the unlikeliest place on the world – the equator. Yet no one is sure it exists. …
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11 years ago
As a beginner skier, knowing exactly what to wear while skiing can be a challenge – one that can ultimately make or break a day on the mountain. Get it right, …
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11 years ago
Watch as the best technical skiers and instructors from across Japan compete for the Hokkaido Technical Championships title. The event is gradually opening the door to foreign entrants, and this …
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11 years ago
Australian skier Owain Lansbury has captured a moment that would leave most people dripping in a cold sweat. Lansbury was on a backcountry ski trip in Gulmarg, India, when his …
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11 years ago
Words just don’t do this video any justice, so we’ll keep it short. This sensational footage was captured in Niseko by guiding company Black Diamond Tours, and it’s a little on the …
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11 years ago
With hundreds of resorts spread across Hokkaido, planning a ski holiday can be a confronting task. Engineering blogger James Ramsden faced this very dilemma back in January last year, inspiring him to create an …
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11 years ago
Traditionally, North American and European ski resorts have attracted more international attention than their Asian counterparts. Over the last few years much of that attention has turned to Japan’s world-class …
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The ski area that is commonly referred to as “Niseko” actually comprises four ski resorts – Grand Hirafu, Hanazono, Niseko Village and Annupuri – which combine to form Niseko United. Niseko United resorts …
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11 years ago
Rusutsu ski instructor Natalie Lai logged hours on Hong Kong’s most popular indoor ski slope before taking work at a resort in mainland China and, later, Japan. She is now a …
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