Kuzma to Compete at Nissan Tram Face Squaw Valley USA

Third Stage of the Freeride World Tour

Contest Day: 27 February

Squaw Valley, USA – February 23, 2010 – With one podium and one near miss at the first two stops the Freeride World Tour, Janina Kuzma has received an invite to the third stop which is scheduled for Saturday 27 February in Squaw Valley.



Kuzma on Podium at First Stop of Freeride World Tour in Chamonix

The pressure is rising with two out of four competitions already completed of the Freeride World Tour 2010. By the third tour stage, the leading candidates for the Freeride World Champion title will be looking to make a major impression on the infamous Tram Face in Squaw Valley USA, a face that has never officially been ridden before.

Strictly illegal to ski, the Tram Face is being opened specifically for the Freeride World Tour competition. Its steep and seemingly un-skiable pitch, permanent closure, and tantalizing location in perfect view from Squaw Valley’s Village and base area, have made it a coveted descent among the strong local freeride community.

Conditions are great this year with the El Nino weather pattern bringing huge amount of snow to the Californian resort, and history will be made when the world’s best freeriders will get the chance to challenge the steep rock face.

After two completed contests Kuzma is currently fourth in the Freeride World Tour Ranking 2010 For the Overall FWT Ranking Click Here.

About the Freeride World Tour:
The Freeride World Tour was launched in 2008 and after just two full seasons is already recognized by riders, the ski industry and the media as the pinnacle of the sport. In 2010, the best freeriders: men, women, skiers and snowboarders alike, will visit some of the world’s most renowned ski resorts in pursuit of the world title. The four-stop Freeride World Tour is supported by 18 Freeride World Qualifier events around the world where the same criteria for event organization, choice of locations, security, contest format, and judging is applied. The Volkl New Zealand Freeski Open held in August is an official qualifying event.

www.freerideworldtour.com

Article care of New Zealand Snow Sports 

RECOMMENDATION FOR WANAKA SPORTS FACILITY

The Queenstown Lakes District Council will be asked next week to make a milestone decision for the Upper Clutha Community. The recommendation is to confirm the preferred location for a future indoor recreation and aquatic facilities as the Wanaka Recreation Reserve (showgrounds site), QLDC Mayor Clive Geddes said.

“What this means is that this exciting and desperately needed project for the Upper Clutha can start to become a reality. The decision next week is only about the site and now we look forward to being able to progress the building design,” Mr Geddes said.

The process had already spanned more than two years with the Wanaka Sports and Aquatic Centre Working Parties formed in 2008.

“Discussion documents have been released, drop in sessions held. We consulted on this issue as a key project in the 10-Year-plan round last year, it’s time to move this project forward,” Mr Geddes said.

On behalf of the council and the Wanaka Community Board, Mr Geddes wanted to publicly thank the working parties and all those members of the community who had made submissions.

The recommendation included the development of a concept plan addressing the location of not only the indoor stadium but also a future aquatic centre the A and P Show and building, the camp facilities, the rugby club and others.

“Both council and the community board are really looking forward to working with the A and P Show, the Rugby Club and others to make sure that the development can meet the needs of all users,” Mr Geddes said.

An indoor events centre had the potential to service all needs, such as an indoor display area for the show and facilities for the camping grounds.

“The ambition here is to provide a structure that provides value for the whole community, it is a real shot in the arm for the Upper Clutha,’ Mr Geddes said.

The recommendation also stated that an option should be prepared that included the retention of a limited camping facility at the reserve and that the improvements to the existing pool be implemented.

The 10-Year-Plan had $10.6 million allocated to building the sports facility with a further $350,000 to upgrade the pool.

“If the recommendation is successful next week, we will look at doing the pool work from April this year and all going well start construction of the sports facility in 2013,” he said.

The decision about the site would initiate a new series of work streams with the community. The project required concept plans, facility-needs consultation, operational cost assessments, notification, designation and design.

“There is still a lengthy public process to be undertaken but the sooner we take the decision, the sooner we can get on with delivering a first class facility for the Upper Clutha communities,” Mr Geddes said.

ENDS

For further information please contact Mayor Clive Geddes 03 441 0499.

2010 Burton Snowboards range Now Available

Hi Crew,

 we have the new 2010 Burton Snowboards range now up to view online. We will be taking delivery of the stock in store just before Easter but we are taking pre orders on all products as we did sell out pretty early on quite a few things last year, like Ion boots, Chopper kids boards and Feather Snowboard packages for the girls. We will have some year ahead 2011 model snowboards coming in april/may also and we will put these up online as soon Burton release the specs to us. The graphics for the 2011 boards will be hidden until the 1st of August as we're not allowed to show them until then upon pain of death. Google them if you're curious, they not too hard to find.
 Some of the 2010 range is available right now on order from Burton so let us know what you're interested in and we'll see if we can get it, they have quite a bit of stock so most of it we can get right now especially boots and bindings.
 My picks from the range are the Joystick snowboard, i rode one of these last season and it was super fun, it has V rocker and was really easy to play around on and throw spins and butters, more solid then the Hero or the Custom even, but still a great ride over the whole mountain.
 And the CO2 EST bindings, these things are so tech and light, like a top spec S class benz, everything new and tech all in one sick looking package. And if you're wondering about the new EST/Channel system, get on it, you won't regret it.
 We have also added the Burton Clash and Bullet packages for the guys to go along with the Feather packages for the girls. These are hard to beat for value.
 If there's anything we don't have (very unlikely ;-)) let us know and we'll try and get it for you.

Peace and good beats
Matt

 

http://www.basenz.com/shop/B39_Burton_Snowboards.html

Snow Park Season Pass Pricing Announced

Press Release – Monday, February 22, 2010

Snow Park NZ Announces 2010 Pricing

It is hard to imagine with the great summer recently in Wanaka, that it is already time to start thinking about purchasing season passes for the winter.

Season pass sales will commence on March 1st through the new Snow Park NZ Online Store, and will end March 31st, linked through the current website. Three pass pricing categories will be offered in 2010: Early-Bird, Pre-Season and In-Season. Rates for Pre Season and In Seasons will be released at a later date.

SNOW PARK NZ – 2010 Early Bird Seasons Passes

PASS TYPE EARLY BIRD

ADULT $499

NZ STUDENT $399

CHILD – U18 $249

Local Child – U18* $99

Family Pass** $899

* Otago and Southland high school students will be able to purchase a $99 seasons pass by collecting a form from their school or by emailing us at info@snowparknz.com for a form.

** Family pass is only for Otago/Southland Families and conditions apply

Snow Park’s goal is to make it as affordable as possible to ski and ride at one of the Southern Lakes friendliest resorts. Our expanded night riding program to have Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights this year makes our pass one of the best value passes on the market.

New this year for Otago and Southland families is the Family Pass, $899 for 2 adults and 2 children. This represents the best possible value for local families.

Added value to all seasons passes this year is free trail access to the Snow Farm, and 20% discounts on day passes at Treble Cone, Ohau and NZSKI.com resorts.

Ongoing terrain developments and new investments will ensure more terrain and new exciting features that will open early and be maintained throughout the season.

Passes can be bought from our website www.snowparknz.com or from our new office on the corner of Helwick and Dunmore streets.

Snow Park Seasons Passes On Sale Soon!

Press Release form Snow Park - 

LAKE WANAKA, New Zealand – Snow Park NZ announces season pass pricing on Monday, February 22^nd for the 2010 season with passes on sale Wednesday, February 24^th.

Snow Park’s season passes will prove to be one of the best values in the country.  With an extra evening of night riding on Saturday night, skiers and riders have even more options each week to decide when they want to ride. We will be adding a loyalty discount for anyone who had a seasons pass in 2008 and 2009 to show our thanks to our regular customers.

“We are incredibly excited about 2010.  Adding another night riding session each week and maintaining our commitment to snow making make this pass one of the BEST VALUE PASSES on the New Zealand market.  Combined with trt ttr aditional sunny Snow Park days, lack of crowds and shorter lift lines than other resorts in the region, and the Snow Park season pass is an unbeatable product. Your going to get more time on snow for your dough”  – Sam Lee, Snow Park General Manager.

An exciting new offering this year is Snow Park’s family pass.  As financial pressures remain on families, we will be offering a family pass for two adults and two children  (additional children can be added to the family pass for $99).  Increasing the value of this pass even further, it provides access to Snow Farm cross country skiing for the entire season.

“Snow Park is such a fun place to come ski and snowboard. Our hospitality facilities, family atmosphere and reliable snow conditions mean no matter when you come up to Snow Park, we will deliver great times and good memories “  Sam Lee, General Manager.

There you have it team, snowpark is looking good for winter 2010, if you want to get your shred on with no lift lines and plenty of space, get your pass on Wednesday.

Matt

3 Day Online Sunglass Sale Starts Tuesday 23rd

That's right team we are taking 25% off all sunglasses for 3 days only starting next Tuesday the 23rd of Feb. This is an online only sale so don't pop into the store, you gotta check them out online. We have a huge range in stock with all the new styles from Smith, Oakley, Dragon, Von Zipper, Arnette, Anon and Electric. Move fast on Tuesday as the good stuff will go quick.

 To check out the range and pick your favorite pair ready for Tuesday have a look here

http://www.basenz.com/shop/C65_Sunglasses.html

25% OFF All Sunglasses 3 Days Only 

Online/Phone sales only

Starts this Tuesday 23rd of Feb 2010

#the sale is on stock that is in store only.

A note from Base Team Rider, Tim Herbert

Hey

I Had a comp this weekend and I had to wake up at 5:00 am because the resort is about 1 and a half hours from where we live. I was gutted because the jumps in the park were so flat and the pipe was out of shape. I crashed second run in slope because i was over correcting my back 5s because i wasn't used to the takeoffs and I got 3rd in pipe. I have to say winter park is in my top 5 for worst mountains ever Because every time im there its crap weather the takeoffs are flat and too thin and the pipe is out of shape and under vert. I'm amped that I might be competing in a rev tour a boreal but its not confirmed yet.

Were scheduled to go to woodward tomorrow and im going to get back rodeos down on trampoline so I can transfer them to snow. Also this house is like a prison because i have been grounded for a week for coming home 16 min late and there is nothing to do here accept eat, sleep, watch movies and go on facebook... thats it!

Cheers Tim

Support the Fundraising Auction for Disabled Snowboarder Carl Murphy going for World Cup Gold

Auction Items include a framed signed 2009 All Black Jersey,  2010 Cardrona Seasons Pass,  $1,000 Architectural Services and many more great items and spot prizes.

This auction is a fundraiser for NZ Snowboard Team member Carl Murphy. Carl competes on the Adaptive Snowboard World Cup circuit, for athletes with a disability. Carl snowboards wearing a prosthetic leg specifically designed for snowboarding. Currently he is ranked second in the world in adaptive snowboard cross, gained here in New Zealand at the World Championships in 2009. He will train and compete in the USA and Canada in March and April this season at two World Cups, before returning back to Wanaka for our winter. Carl will also be in Whistler to support adaptive teammates Adam Hall and Peter Williams compete in the Paralympics next month.

Fundraising Auction Night - 6 pm Thursday 25th February 2010 at Lone Star Café & Bar, Wanaka.

A fantastic evening starting with a complimentary drink and nibbles, followed by the excitement of the auction. Other auction items include a Green Stone Carving by Drax (Nick Draxal - freeski coach), Wanaka Helicopter flight, Aspiring massage, Lone Star Dinner for 2,  Beauty Therapy voucher from Pure Skin Therapy, Oakridge romantic dinner for 2 including bottle of bubbly and soak in the hot pools,  Relishes Café Voucher and many more items up for grabs.

Do you need to be in Wanaka to bid???  NO. Show your support by registering your Telephone bid prior to the auction.  Phone Carl on 021 02985200.

Loads of spot prizes will add to the fun of the evening, so please come and join us.
Thanks to all who have donated items for auction. Support those who support us......

If you would like to donate to Carl's fundraising but not wish to bid, you can donate online to Disabled Snowsports NZ - add Carl Murphy to the information line and we will make sure he gets it. Donate On Line

If you cant attend but know someone that might like to please pass on this email.

Thanks for your support.

See you there.

For more information on Carl and this event go to www.snow.co.nz/carl or email carl@snow.co.nz

New Zealand's Janina Kuzma, Ranked Third in Freeride World Tour

Fieberbrunn, Austria - With a fourth place finish at the second stop of the Freeride World Tour in Fieberbrunn, New Zealand’s Janina Kuzma has moved up to the number three spot in the Freeride World Tour rankings and has received a wild card entry for the third stop at Squaw Valley .

On the challenging north face of Wildseeloder, 14 riders competed for a purse of 8.000 Euro and points for the overall tour ranking.

A perfectly sunny day and a layer of fresh snow made for great, yet difficult conditions, as the base was rather shallow. Therefore aggressive, fluid skiing was in demand.

Defending Freeride World Tour champion, Ane Enderud had the best run of the day followed by Janette Hargin of Sweden.  Austrian Lorraine Huber placed third.

The third tour stop follows at the end of the month in the United States where riders will get to ski the legendary Tram Face in Squaw Valley.

Teammate Sam Smoothy also competed but took a fall and sustained an injury to his leg, which resulted in a helicopter evacuation to the hospital.




Article care of Snowsports NZ

A note from Base Team Rider Tim Herbert

Hey

I've been training at copper for the week and its been pretty crappy weather we really need some snow because riding the trees is very difficult when you have to avoid rocks as well. next weekend i have a comp at winterpark for slope and halfpipe it should be fun because winter parks slope course is so dope. and the other week were were on our way back from the gym with 10 people in the car and we stopped at a red light and a cops truck was waiting behind us and as soon as we pulled out of the light the lights were flashing behind us but the police man let us off with a warning because he said when he was in college he had way more then 10 people in a 5 seater car. our councilor Eric is going to help us build a rail setup in the back yard

Cheers Tim

CARDRONA EXPANDS TERRAIN FOR 2010 SEASON

SOUTHERN LAKES, New Zealand (xx January 2010) Cardrona Alpine Resort is installing a fourth chairlift this summer in phase one of an expansion project which will increase the resort’s boundaries and the number of intermediate and advanced runs on offer.  This means that Cardrona will now have more chairlifts than any other South Island mountain.

The Valley View quad will extend the resort’s terrain from the bottom of the Whitestar lift down to the Speed Straight section of the access road.  The former Captains Quad lift’s new position will mean Cardrona’s lift-serviced vertical will increase by 250 metres and the ski area will grow to a total size of 345 hectares.  An additional car park will be built for season pass holders for easy and quick access on to the lift, when in operation.

The new Valley View Quad will increase Cardrona’s lift-serviced vertical to a total of 600 metres which will enable the resort to build a FIS homologated downhill course named “Goldrush”.  As part of this development a 40 metre tunnel is being installed to allow uninterrupted access from the Captains Express to the bottom of the Whitestar Express.

“It is very rewarding to be able to open up new terrain for Cardrona customers to enjoy” said Cardrona sales and marketing manager, Nadia Ellis. “This development has been in the pipelines for a few years so it’s really great to see phase one underway.” 

Phase two will continue next summer with the installation of extensive snowmaking in the Valley View area to ensure top to bottom skiing throughout the season.  Further groundwork will also be carried out to develop trails in the area.

For further information visit www.cardrona.com

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For further information, please contact:
Nadia Ellis
Sales & Marketing Manager


Nadia Ellis
Sales & Marketing Manager
03 443 7341 ext 718

Cardrona Alpine Resort
www.Cardrona.com