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From ski patrol director to northern hemisphere back country guide, to one of the most photographed skiers in the country, Bill Barker is undoubtedly one of Australia's most respected and recognisable skiers. In the Australian summer, Bill runs big mountain adventures to Kashmir on the border of India and Pakistan, and – amazingly – the …
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Last year we caught up with Perth teenager and up-and-coming freestyle aerialist, Jayden Cooney (see article here). Jayden's story is truly inspiring. With a background in trampoline gymnastics, Jayden was encouraged by none other than current Olympian, David Morris, to make the switch to freestyle aerials. So with precisely zero skiing experience, Jayden traveled to …
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Glen Plake, along with his trademark mo-hawk, is arguably the most recognisable skiier on the planet. But, as we found out, he is more than just a hairdo – far more; scratching beneath the mo-hawk, we found a man of substance, honesty and a man driven by a burning passion for his sport.. In part …
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Glen Plake, along with his trademark mo-hawk, is arguably the most recognisable skiier of modern times. But, he is more than just a hairdo - scratching beneath the mo-hawk, we found a man of substance, candor and at times, piercing intellect....it's clear that despite his unorthodox and somewhat maverick reputation, Glen Plake is still a man driven by passion - and he's not afraid to tell it like is.
If I told you Australia is building a formidable reputation in world mogul skiing, would you believe me? It's true! In fact, our potential was hinted as far back as the Sochi Olympics, with Britt Cox finishing 5th, Nicole Parks 15th and Taylah O'Neil 16th in the women's and Matt Graham 7th and Brodie Summers …
Continue reading "Brodie Summers: Sunny by nature; nerves of ice-cold steel"
Despite the relative unpopularity of winter sports in Australia, few have thrust themselves into our lounge-rooms like the Freestyle Aerial event. Former World and Olympic Champion Kirsty Marshall (OAM) led the way in the 90’s, followed closely by Alisa Camplin (OAM) (remember the 'Wrigley Extra' commercials) and Lydia Lassila, also Olympic champions, and more recently, …
If you've ever marvelled at the skill (and bravery) of Kassbohrer drivers as they move up and down the night-time slopes, then this is the article for you. SRA recently caught up with the Falls Creek snow-grooming crew, and had the opportunity to ask exactly what it takes....what's involved, and even about UFOs and other …
Continue reading "So you want to drive a Kassbohrer?: we ask a professional what it takes"
Pete Taylor, better know across the snow industry as 'the Frog' has been forecasting snow falls in Australia since 1997, and New Zealand since 2010. As founder and chief forecaster at one of Australia's most popular snow-related websites, Snowatch, Peter certainly has his hands full. From humble beginnings as an amateur forecaster on a well …
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Hotham Alpine Resort, nestled in the Victorian highlands, is clearly an Australian favourite. Boosting average annual snow falls of 3 m, and some of the most challenging and picturesque terrain on offer anywhere, Hotham is an iconic destination for skiiers and boarders alike. In this article, the latest in our 15 minute series, we caught …
Greta Small was just three years old when Zali Steggal won Australia's first and only Olympic medal in women's alpine skiing. Eighteen years later, Greta Small is aiming to emulate her hero, when she competes in her second Olympic games in Pyeongchang, South Korea, in just 18 months time. Despite her young years, Greta is …
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