SnowSkool Blog

Ski Fashion through the ages: from the 1950s to the present day

Just like any trends that have taken place since the 1950s - from poodle skirts to chunky highlights - ski gear has certainly been no exception in providing Facebook photos that elicit gasps of “what was I thinking?” when someone gets hold of an old picture and tags you in it.

Here, we reminisce with us about some classic ski gear, from the past few decades:

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Steep, deep and unpatrolled… plan for a safer backcountry adventure

Snowskool’s Sales and Marketing Manager - and former ski instructor and ski patrol member - Chris Glebocki, has seen his fair share of off-piste situations. Here’s his advice on the basics you need for a safer backcountry adventure.

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Five of the Scariest Black Runs in The World

Maybe you’re seeking an extra challenge - maybe you’re looking for something that’ll ensure you are the talk of the town during that evening’s après-ski. Whatever your reasons for seeking out the world’s scariest black runs, there’s no denying that you’ll get your daily RDA of adrenaline, and then some, with this lot.

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Xmas Gifts for The Skier or Snowboarder in Your Life

On the first day of Christmas, my true love said ‘let’s ski!’

With not too many shopping days to go, here is our list of xmas gift selections for skiers and snowboarders, sure to please the powder hound in your life.

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Powdersurfing - a new Snowsport

Without the normal constraints found on skis and snowboards, the ability to perform binding free in powder requires precision, finesse, and a passionate sense of discovery. Find out more about Powdersurfing.

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SnowSkool - Career Success Stories: Volume 1

A ski or snowboard instructor course can give you some of the best days of your life, and then completely transform your career - leading to opportunities accross the globe. But don't just take our word for it, here are three of Snowskool's past students and what they're up to now...

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Skiing Vs. Snowboarding for Beginners

At Snowskool, we’re often asked by beginners what’s the best discipline to take up, skiing or snowboarding. So we’ve put together this handy guide on the subject, based on the sage advice of Snowskool’s founder, and snow scholar, Phil Purdie:

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2017 Ski & Snowboard Courses in New Zealand, now Bigger & Better

After a tense week of negotiations, during which 347 cans of Monster, 185 Yorkie bars and 71 packets of Skittles were consumed, the NZ8 group of course organisers emerged from a mountain refuge (a ski chalet) with details of the proposed changes to the 2016 iteration of SnowSkool New Zealand...

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How to Take Your Snowboarding to the Next Level: Tips & Tricks

Snowboarding is one of the most exciting winter sports. It's also one of the most frustrating. After learning how to use a chair lift, perform basic turns, and tackle every blue square trail on the mountain, many snowboarders reach a standstill in performance. Here are our tips on how to get great.

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How to Pole Plant: Skiing Tips & Tricks

Skiers should always pole plant. But too many skiers use their poles as weapons or don't even use them at all. Here's Snowskool's guide to how to pole plant more effectively.

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