A vast world of opportunity

May 2014

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Ski touring opens a new world of opportunities – like the Therma Glacier in Mt Aspiring National Park
Backcountry ski touring opens up new terrain and opportunities for those willing to embrace the cold, writes James Broadbent Backcountry skiing is booming in New Zealand. Increasing numbers of skiers are moving away from groomed slopes looking for adventure and variety. With skills honed in terrain parks, fat skis and with ongoing technological development in […]

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