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9.17.2005



Find of he week, Gulmarg India Ski Himalaya
Lists a new Gondola by Poma that carries 36 passangers up 1330 meters. Pending reply for pictures to post. The above photo is of the Kashmir region common stock photos.

The week ahead in N.Z
Treble Cone, 6 cm new snow
The Saddle Basin is producing some super spring conditions.
The new Saddle Quad chairlift is transporting people to the highest lift accessed terrain in the South Island and skiers & riders are enjoying the benefits.
The higher altitude combined with the south-west facing slopes of the Saddle Basin is combating the warmer temperatures providing awesome spring conditions.

N.Z. Up Coming Events
18th Sept – Mountain Dew Rail Jam
Here is your chance to hit a Terrain feature and show off your stuff. We will be setting up a fun box down near the base lodge for everyone to play on. Mountain Dew will be there adding to the party by giving away cans of drink.

18th Sept – Treble Cone/Cardrona Street Style
To finish off Wanakafest with a bang we are going to take the mountain to the streets. Show off your style on the rail or come and be part of the massive crowd jamming to the music and helping the MC decide who pulled the best trick.

24th Sept – Good Sports Mizone Multi Sport Challenge Give it a go! Ski/board down TC, mountain bike the access road, road bike 17km, & then run along the Wanaka waterfront to the finish. All the stages are achievable, so round up your mates and enter a team.