Buyer’s Guide 2017 BY AARON BOLT
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ou can’t help but get stoked on snowboard gear and going snowboarding. When people with a passion for what they do throw equal parts of design, engineering and fashion into the mix, it always pushes the limits of creativity and possibilities. This creativity is what gives snowboarding its own identity, the ties to skateboarding and surfing, and the reason I stay motivated to keep riding. I genuinely look forward to every winter that’s rolled around for the last 29 years. This season you’ll be hard pressed to find something that doesn’t tick all the boxes. There’s amazing bang for your buck at the low end, next level tech and design at premium price end, and a whole lot of goodlooking, pro-worthy stuff in the middle. We’re spoilt for choice.
Coming from a specialty snowboard shop background, I could talk all day about snowboard gear, what the difference in tech offers, what you get for your dollars, the latest and greatest. But when someone comes into my store, mainly I’ll talk about how it feels or should feel and how a board, binding or boot will ride, and of course how you’d like to ride. Retail staff who snowboard love to talk about snowboarding, they’re stoked on it. It’s a passion that’s evolved into a job. So call them up, fire off some emails or get your hands dirty and go visit your local store. After all, there’s nothing like getting your mitts on some new product to raise the stoke factor!
Rob Mitchell puts his gear to the test in some legendary Japow! Aomori Spring Resort, Japan.
Aaron Bolt is one of New Zealand’s pioneers in snowboarding and snowboard retailing, honing his riding skills for many years since his first Queenstown winter in ’88. He opened one of the first core snowboard stores in the country – “Wideload Snowboard Shop” in Christchurch in ‘93, and has been setting snowboarders up from the other side of the counter for the better part of 25 years.
Ben Comber and Mark Brownlee scope out some classic club field lines. It’s times like this you need to have confidence in the gear you’ve chosen, and the knowledge that you have the right tools for the job. Mt. Olympus, New Zealand.
When looking for a board, think about the terrain and snow conditions you generally ride. You want that board to work well, enhance your riding style and progress your skill level. Consider body weight and boot size too; that’s basically affecting the board length more than your height. The aggressiveness or cruisy-ness of your riding style will also factor in when picking a board. This is where the overall flex (tip to tail) and torsional flex (edge to edge) comes into play. The stiffer the board equals more effort to drive it through a turn, whereas a softer to mid flex will be more forgiving and easier to control at lower speeds. Then there are the multiple board profiles of camber, rocker and hybrids. In a nutshell, traditional camber, where the middle of the board will sit up off the ground when flat, is good for ‘pop’ when jumping, will have greater edge hold, and is good for generating speed. A rocker profile has a more playful, loose feel, will float nicely in pow and is less likely to ‘catch an edge’ – a good
2018 SWOON 151cm, Women’s Freestyle/Freeride, Camber, $799
2018 DRAFT 154cm, Freestyle/Park, Rocker, $699
2018 FOUNDATION 148cm, Entry/Novice, Rocker, $499
2018 ZYGOTE TWIN 155cm, Freestyle/Park, Camber, $699
2018 BRYAN IGUCHI CAMBER 156cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Camber, $999
2018 BRYAN IGUCHI ROCKER 156cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Rocker, $999
SNOWBOARDS
option for beginners and cruisy park laps. There are several different hybrid profiles around and depending on the maker these will vary, basically it’s taking a little a bit of camber and rocker to different sections of the board so you get the advantages of both e.g. camber for edge hold and rocker for the ‘float’ factor. This is a good option for all-mountain shredding. Board shapes are the icing on the cake, so HOT right now and you’ll find a multitude of options out there. A wider ‘scoopy’ nose with a tapered shape is your ‘go to’ for powder days, where a more blunt tip and tail will be better for the park. There are so many options here that it will come down to personal preference. If you’re hunting for a quiver board to bust out on those deep days, take on the backcountry, the park or just rally around the hard pack gouging lines, then 2017 is your year, the options are endless. Do some research and ask questions, or better yet, go ride a demo!
ARBOR arborcollective.com arbor@tritan.co.nz Arbor has over 20 years’ experience constructing snowboards, launching in ‘95. Determined to build with a more out front use of beneficial materials such as wood, bamboo, and other sustainable stuff to protect and inspire others to care for mother earth. High performance boards for both park and pow with our ‘System Rocker’ for float and forgiveness or ‘System Camber,’ for the riders that want full pop and control. The mission will always be to produce the highest quality, handmade snowboards possible. Ride something different this winter.
BATALEON
2018 SURFER 159cm, Freeride/Powder, Hybrid, $1699
2018 GOLIATH 159cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $949
2018 BOSS 157cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $949
2018 EVIL TWIN 157cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $849
2018 WALLIE 151cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $799
2018 DISASTER 151cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $699
bataleon.com 0800 428 696 Bataleon created the first 3D base shapes in snowboarding almost 15 years ago, and have been perfecting their hybrid camber ever since. Every board features Triple Base Technology (3BT), the most versatile, catch-free and pop-loaded shape in existence. For 2017 they have released the third generation of 3BT, with patented sidekick uplifts to improve performance in every condition whether powder, park or carving groomers. All new this year is the ‘Wallie’, which features revolutionary uplifted nose and tail angles to open up unlimited options for creative jibbing and buttering. Bataleon have also pushed the boundaries of deep powder riding with the all new ‘Surfer’, a board with more 3D shaping in the nose than a surf board - a total dream for Japan. If you haven’t experienced the feel of 3BT yet, get in touch to demo a board.
2018 SPACE METAL FANTASY 145cm, Women’s Freestyle/Park, Rocker, $649 2018 MEDIA BLITZ 158cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $899 JUNIOR 120cm, Kids Freestyle/Freeride/Race, Camber, $669
2018 JESS KIMURA DANGER PONY 142cm, Women’s Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $799 2018 SUPERNATANT 158cm, Freeride/Powder, Hybrid, $899 PHOENIX, 155cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Camber, $605
2018 HORRORSCOPE 153cm, Freestyle/Park, Rocker, $649 2018 MEGA 156cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $799 INCLINE 160cm, Freeride/Powder, Camber, $905
2018 THE OUTSIDERS 158cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Camber, $799 2018 PLY 156cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $679 FLUX 160cm, Freeride/Powder, Camber, $1185
2018 SCOTT STEVENS PRO 155cm, Freestyle/Park, Rocker, $899
2018 DOA – Defenders of Awesome 160cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $799
2018 PBJ 153cm, Freestyle/Park, Camber, $579
Unyielding in our commitment to quality and craftsmanship, DC boards are hand-built in a state-ofthe-art sustainable Austrian facility using nothing but the best in premium materials.
PARK TWIN 159cm, Freestyle/Park, Camber, $905
DC dcshoes.com.au
2018 FOCUS 156cm, Entry/Novice, Rocker, $529
Snowboarding is a beautiful thing. It is what we love most, and we want it to exist for generations. Our hopes for the future include an environment where endless smiles and fist-bumps are tied to consistent snowfall and maximum airtime. You know that moment in any snowboard video where a dude does some crazy move and the homeys rush in with hi-fives and hugs? We want more of that feeling. It’s about shredding with good friends, embracing the might and magic of winter. Our advanced research and development team has spent years in the lab innovating, testing and refining what materials we use – and how we use them with one goal in mind: To make the best snowboards on the planet. We are the only snowboard factory in the world that has our own testing slope on-site. These factors, among others, enable us to craft snowboards that you can trust.
SABER BX 162cm, Freeride/Race, Camber, $1115
CAPITA capitasnowboarding.com principledistribution.com.au
DONEK donek.com info@donek.com Donek Snowboards is a boutique brand from Denver, Colorado. All of our boards are handmade and tailored to your measurements. Everything from length, width, flex and graphics are customizable for men and women. We have models for every realm of snowboarding including race, backcountry, freestyle, freeride, alpine and freecarve. All have been developed with high caliber riders and coaches to provide the best feeling on the snow. The SaberBX is our flagship model and is the most winningest board in the US. Our Park Twin is newly established park and pipe board, super fun for whatever a terrain park can throw at you combined with our signature carvibility. We know riding days are limited through the season, so get on a Donek and make every day count.
DRAKE MISTY 146cm, Women’s Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $699 2018 HYPER KYARVE 157cm, Freeride/Powder, Hybrid C2x, $849
2018 SPACE CASE 156cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid C2e, $949 2018 LIME LITE 146cm, Women’s Freestyle/Freeride, Rocker, $759
2018 FIRST LITE 146cm, Women’s Entry/Novice, Rocker, $599
DF3 155cm, Freestyle/Park, Flat, $579 2018 RIDERS CHOICE 157.5cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid C2, $949 2018 PARTY PLATER 150cm, Freeride/Powder, Rocker, $999
CHARM 145cm, Women’s Entry/Novice, Rocker, $549
TEAM 152cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Camber, $849 2018 MULLAIR 155cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Camber C3, $999 2018 SUBCULTURE, 156cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $899
LEAGUE 162cm, Entry/Novice, Rocker, $549 2018 HEAD SPACE 152cm, Freestyle/Park, Camber C3, $749 2018 JOY DRIVER 159cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $1199
2018 SIMPLE PLEASURES 156cm, Freeride/Powder, Hybrid, $1199
2018 METAL GNURU 155cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid C2e, $799
URBAN 154 cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $699
northwavesnow.com bobo.co.nz/brands/northwavedrake Snowboarding is something that radiates from deep inside of all of us; what starts as an adventure or a sliver of curiosity has bloomed into a lifetime obsession with simultaneously vague and precise elation. It’s not the turns, the pow, the slashes, or the parks that fuel our love. It’s the unimaginable. It’s the unseen. At Northwave and Drake there’s a wealth of talent, experience, and passion. We collectively work daily with our family of the world’s greatest snowboarders, designers, and artists to strive for the unreachable: perfection. With each product, it brings about an offspring with an appetite for the obscure, the ‘impossible’, and the glimmer of a conceivable future of riding and products. We choose to take the path that will lead us toward a new revolution.
GNU gnu.com When Gnu began in the late 70’s a very young Mike Olsen pioneered the modern snowboard geometries and deep carving hardpack sidecuts we all ride today. Now in 2017/18 Mervin manufacturing hand builds every Gnu snowboard in the USA under the shadows of the Olympic mountain range. Gnu is #1 in the Olympics! Continuing to pioneer the unreal, Gnu dives deeper into an asymmetrical world of cool air, podium domination, sacred geometries, sustainable building practices and a cultural ground swell of artist and athlete collaborations. With Forrest Bailey, Jamie Anderson, Nicholas Muller, Air Blaster, Jay Howell, B proddi, the Cummins family and a whole cast and crew of actual bearded and or “old youth” pushing the dream of life long snowboarding. Unreality realized.
K2 SNOWBOARDING k2snowboarding.com K2 Boards are created with an open-minded viewpoint of snowboarding. Seeking to create new turning experiences with a focus on clean, fluid style. From the new Simple Pleasures, and powerful camber under foot of the Joy Driver, resort ripping Subculture, volume shifting Party Plater, progression friendly ladies Lime Lite and entry-level fun of the First Lite. Boots like the easy and super supportive Maysis, and freestyle shredder Darko, both featuring internal boa lace systems, then the comfortable progression of the Raider and Haven. Tripod binding tech in the Lien AT and women’s Hue bringing you ultimate performance with the feel of freedom, one stop shop Formula and featurepacked Indy giving you bang for your buck. Still going strong from back in 1987.
2018 TRAVIS RICE PRO (Blunt) 155cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid C2, $999 2018 THE FLOATER 156cm, Freestyle/Powder, $849 2018 SWEET LEAF 146cm, Women’s Freestyle/Freeride, Camber, $799
2018 SKUNK APE 161cm Wide, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid C2, $999 2018 THE SENDER 157cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $849 2018 DROP 149cm, Women’s Freeride/Powder, Camber, $699
2018 SKATE BANANA (Parillo) 156cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Rocker, $799 2018 PARK BOARD 154cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $799
2018 JL PHOENIX 154cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Camber C3, $949
2018 COLD BREW 157cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid C2, $749
2018 UBERSPOON 159cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Camber, $849
Coming into Nitro’s 28th year we are still as committed as we were in the beginning to offering the product, service and relationships to get everyone involved in snowboarding. We want you to enjoy every roller, side hit, jump or turn because this is why we snowboard and this is why Nitro continues to invest in ground breaking technology, forward thinking design and shapes. Our products are created by and for snowboarders. Join us this winter and make an effort to drop the boring day-today tasks and RUN TO THE HILLS to create memories that are worth remembering.
2018 JIB BOARD 151cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $699
Nitrousa.com
2018 TEAM EXPOSURE GULLWING 157cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Rocker, $749
NITRO USA
2018 HALLDOR HELGASON PRO 157cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $849
Lobster Snowboards are produced by Eiki and Halldor Helgason, two of the most creative and passionate riders in the world, straight out of Iceland. All boards are built with patented Triple Base Technology, a full 3D shape in the nose and tail for catch free skate feel, but with full camber pop and stability. With 25 years on a snowboard and 20 video parts, Eiki Helgason knows a thing or two about snowboards. His latest pro model has been designed with street and park progression in mind. While thinking of fresh ways to ride a snowboard, he came up with a unique way of doing the tip and tail of his deck, it now has extreme upturn at the tips to ride in to and over features. We can’t wait to see what he will come up with on this board!
2018 T1 152cm, Freestyle/Park, Camber, $749
LOBSTER lobstersnowboards.com 0800 428 696
2018 BOX KNIFE 154cm, Freestyle/Park, Camber C3, $779
Our 17/18 line up is all about building dream boards in the most high tech progressive shapes that are strong enough to last and handle the gnarliest moments, light enough to be super high performance, and built using environmentally friendly sustainable high tech materials and process. This year’s boards represent the very best we can build including Travis Rices’ Fourth Phase inspired Climax, Jesse Burtner’s aggressive freestyle creativity C3 Box Knife, E Jack’s EJack Knife backcountry freestyle tool, Matt Biolos’ and Jamie Lynn’s short wide pow stick that rips everything. Study the line, pick a board or two and join us on the trip of a lifetime… on the road to the Holy Bowly.
2018 EIKI HELGASON PRO 154cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $799
lib-tech.com
2018 QUIVER SQUASH 153cm, Freeride/Powder, Camber, $899
LIB TECH
RIDE 2018 SATURDAY 146cm, Women’s Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $799
2018 MACHETE 155cm, Freestyle/Park, Rocker, $859
2018 WILDLIFE 157cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $859
2018 BERZERKER 159cm, Freeride/Powder, Hybrid, $959
2018 WARPIG (small), Freestyle/Freeride, Rocker, $959
2018 MACHETE GT 154cm, Freestyle/Park, Hybrid, $1059
ridesnowboards.com It’s all downhill from here. Ride is back on deck and rolling out the Machete GT with hybrid camber under foot and rocker in the tips for freeride float. The War Pig is ready to smash everything with its shorter, wider shape. The Berzerker, with directional shape, rocker nose and camber underfoot is also mirrored in the Wild Life, giving real all mountain versatility. The Machete is still charging with park and freeride fun in mind and it’s Saturday every day for the ladies on this all mountain fun stick with rocker tips and camber under foot. Boots boast amazing heel hold with Tongue Tied Boa systems in the Trident, Triad and Hera to lock your heel down, plus insane stiffness in the Insano. Finally, bindings with 6061 aluminum alloy deliver unsurpassed durability, quality and performance in all featured bindings - El Hefe, Capo, Ltd and DVA. Since 92’ we ARE snowboarding. We are RIDE Snowboards.
ROME
2018 NATIONAL 156cm, Freeride/Park, Hybrid, $949
2018 BLACKJACK 153cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Flat, $799
2018 FACTORY ROCKER 155cm, Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $629
2018 REVERB ROCKER 157cm, Freestyle/Powder, Hybrid, $829
2018 HEIST 142cm, Women’s Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $829
2018 ROYAL 147cm, Women’s Freestyle/Freeride, Rocker, $629
2018 INSPIRE 128cm, Girls Entry/Novice, Rocker, $429
2018 SUGAR 142cm, Women’s Entry/Novice, Rocker, $629
2018 ALLY 147cm, Women’s Freestyle/Freeride, Rocker, $679
2018 XOXO 149cm, Women’s Freestyle/Freeride, Rocker, $749
2018 BANANA SMOOTHIE 149cm, Women’s Freeride/Powder, Hybrid, $799
2018 TORAH BRIGHT 149cm, Women’s Freestyle/Freeride, Hybrid, $849
romesnowboards.com bobo.co.nz/brands/rome At Rome, technology matters. Rome’s designers combine passion, technical design knowledge and snowboard-specific technology innovation to create full spectrum, kick ass snowboard designs for responsive fun from peak to park. Their latest collection doesn’t disappoint merging fun with firepower to deliver: POP snowboards that flex dynamically and feel lively under foot, whether it is a softer flex profile or a stiffer flex profile. For turns, slashes, jump lips and rail trick exits, Rome likes boards that pop. FEEL: From camber design, to sidecut design, to core profiling, Rome create boards from hyper responsive to super playful. STRENGTH: Your investment should last. With the stresses placed on a snowboard, Rome creates technologies to protect against binding compression and everyday edge impacts. The result. A collection that ensures you rip up the mountain. Try out the range at a demo day near you. Visit www.bobo.co.nz for more details.
ROXY roxy.com.au In true ROXY fashion, our winter 17/18 hardgoods collection redefines the intersection of performance and style. We combine premium technology with vibrant graphics that reflect ROXY’s independent, adaptable, and magnetic personality. ROXY snowboards and bindings are designed for building confidence and inspiring new experiences. ROXY continues to actualize the power of stunningly accomplished athletes. It’s both forward and back-glancing. It is steeped in surf vibe. It is steeped in period authenticity and attitude. It is saucy. It is loose limbed and progressive. It is real. It is the age we all want to be.
DC
TRAVIS RICE, Freestyle/ Freeride, BOA System, $627
dcshoes.com.au
JUDGE Freestyle/Freeride, BOA System, $522
MUTINY, Freestyle/Park, Regular Lacing, $365
CONTROL, Freestyle/Park, BOA System, $418
K2 SNOWBOARDING
MAYSIS, Freestyle/Freeride, BOA System, $599
northwavesnow.com NORTHWAVE bobo.co.nz/brands/northwavedrake
RIDE
FREEDOM, Freestyle/ Freeride, Quick Lacing, $359
INSANO, Freestyle/Freeride, BOA System, 699
LEGEND, Freestyle/Freeride, Quick Lacing, $429
OPAL, Women’s Freestyle/ Freeride, Quick Lacing, $429
DECADE, Freestyle/Freeride, Quick Lacing, $459
DARKO, Freestyle/Park, Regular Lacing, $499
TRIAD, Freestyle/Park, Regular Lacing, $499
northwavesnow.com DRAKE bobo.co.nz/brands/northwavedrake
K2 SNOWBOARDING
FIFTY, Freestyle/Park, $349
LIEN AT, Freestyle/Freeride, $499
KING, Entry/Novice, $279
RELOAD, Freestyle/Park, $399
RIDE
EL HEFE, Freestyle/Freeride, $759
QUEEN, Women’s Entry/ Novice, $279
ridesnowboards.com
LTD, Freestyle/Park, $499
CAPO, Freestyle/Freeride, $569
DVA, Women’s Freestyle/ Freeride, $449
FORMULA, Freestyle/ Freeride, $449
ROME
DOD, Freestyle/Park, $529
KATANA, Freestyle/Freeride, $599
capitasnowboarding.com UNION principledistribution.com.au
BENT METAL
CONTACT PRO, Freestyle/ Park, $549
LOGIC, Freestyle/Park, $369
FORCE, Freestyle/Freeride, $499
TRILOGY, Women’s Freestyle/ Freeride, $479
JULIET, Women’s Freestyle/ Freeride, $379
TRANSFER, Freestyle/ Freeride, $469
k2snowboarding.com
RAIDER, Freestyle/Freeride, BOA System, $399
HAVEN, Women’s Freestyle/ Freeride, BOA System, $399
ridesnowboards.com
TRIDENT, Freestyle/Freeride, BOA System, $799
HERA, Women’s Freestyle/ Freeride, BOA System, $549
k2snowboarding.com
INDY, Freestyle/Freeride, $359
HUE, Women’s Freestyle/ Freeride, $469
romesnowboards.com bobo.co.nz/brands/rome
KATANA, Women’s Freestyle/ Freeride, $569
bentmetal.com
SOLUTION, Freestyle/ Freeride, $599
UNITED, Entry/Novice, $299
NITRO USA
TEAM, Freestyle/Freeride, Quick Lacing, $579
nitrousa.com
VENTURE, Freestyle/Freeride, Quick Lacing, $499
THUNDER, Freestyle/Park, Quick Lacing, $399
CROWN, Women’s Freestyle/ Freeride, Quick Lacing, 449
romesnowboards.com ROME bobo.co.nz/brands/rome
LIBERTINE, Freestyle/Park, Regular Lacing, $469
BODEGA, Freestyle/Freeride, Regular Lacing, $589
GUIDE, Freestyle/Freeride, Regular Outer Lacing, $699
STOMP, Women’s Entry/ Novice, BOA System, $469
NITRO USA
TEAM, Freestyle/Freeride, $449
nitrousa.com
ZERO, Freestyle/Freeride, $399
IVY, Freestyle/Freeride, $399
LYNX, Women’s Freestyle/ Freeride, $399
switchbackbindings.com SWITCHBACK principledistribution.com.au
2018 HALLDOR HELGASON PRO, Freestyle/Park, $499
2018 FOREVER, Freestyle/ Park, $399
2018 TWIN, Freestyle/Park, $449
prethelmets.com PRET bobo.co.nz/brands/pret/
SANDBOX
SMITH smithoptics.co.nz
LYRIC WOMENS SNOW HELMET, $190
CLASSIC SNOW HELMET, $199
MAZE MIPS, $280
SHAMAN MENS SNOW HELMET, $230
sandboxland.com 0800 428 696
2018 UNIVERSE, Freestyle/ Park, $469
HOLT, $150
MEN’S OUTERWEAR
686
DAKINE
www.686.com 686@tritan.co.nz
HAPPY JACKET, $399 Colour is the new black! From Forest Bailey’s cosmic collection. With removable hood, 10k waterproofing and a corduroy collar, this slim fitting jacket is sure to keep you dry and happy.
DC dcshoes.com.au
RAMPART JACKET, $390 Insulated PrimaLoft®, 10K/10K coating, DWR finish, 40G insulation in body, hood, and sleeves, Taffeta and Tricot lining.
TORSTEIN CORRUPTION JACKET, $365 Typical Torstein style minimalist design meets technical function, featuring 15K stretch fabrication and relaxed fit comfort
FUN PANT, $349 The pants to match the jacket, or your favourite hoody.15k waterproofing, built in belt with knee patches to set your style apart. Upgrade yourself this winter.
ARTILLERY PANT, $270 Snap adjustable hems with gussets, mesh lined inner leg vents, articulated knees, double layer hems, glove straps, boot gaiters, brushed tricot lined waistband, 2 year limited warranty.
L1 PREMIUM GOODS
O’NEILL
QUIKSILVER
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oneill.com
quiksilver.com.au
SUTTON JACKET, $499 10k / 10k - A twist on the military M-65 jacket with our pigment washed taslon gives this staple a modernized waxed canvas look. Fully taped seam’s & 60g of insulation. KR3W OVERALL, $459 A tough workwear inspired overall with all the features of a rugged classic. Reinforced pockets, double knees and tool pockets giving the look of an overall and the protection of a bib.
RIDE ridesnowboards.com
ROANOKE JACKET, $349 10K/8K waterproof/breathability rating, Aquapel™ DWR waxed rip stop fabric, tailored fit, critically taped seams, pit zips, street style drawstrings, Tricot lined hand pockets, adjustable cuff, flannel lining. CENTRAL BIB PANT, $349 10K/5K, slim fit, critically taped seams outer waist adjustments inner leg vents snap-to-pant interface reinforced back cuff snap pleat at cuff boot gaiter w/ boot hook.
SEB TOOTS JACKET, $400 The new signature jacket from Seb Toots featuring venting system, Firewall, O’Neill Hyperdry, fully taped seams Thinsulate insulation 80/60, 10k 10k. Available in other colours.
PLATOON PANT, $313 A 15k tough and technical workwear inspired bib, built to deliver superior function.
DARK AND STORMY JACKET, $365 A 15k streetwear inspired highend technical jacket. Insulated with 60 gm 3m Thinsulate, pit zips, powder skirts and all the tech features you’d expect from a leading snowear brand.
STEREO PANT, $270 Slim fit, venting system, Firewall, ONeill Hyperdry, Fully taped seams, 10k 10k. Available in other colours.
FOUND BIB PANT, $292 A workwear inspired bib pant in a tough 15k fabric, including knee patches, easy side entry, secure chest pockets and loaded with tech features.
RIP CURL
THE NORTH FACE
SEARCH PRO GUM JACKET, $550 The very best technology and fast drying fabrics help you maintain an ideal core temperature. Fully seam sealed, 30,000mm breathable, 40,000mm waterproof, 4-way stretch fabric, Clima Mapping lining, articulated fit.
TIGHT SHIP JACKET, $500 Tighten up your game on the hill and stay stoked in wet, blustery conditions. Features: Waterproof, seam-sealed, adjustable hood, DryVent™ 2L shell, lining: 100% recycled polyester, hood-secure feature, snap-down stretch powder skirt, clip integration
ULTIMATE BIB PANT, $400 The very best technology and fast drying fabrics help you maintain an ideal core temperature. 20,000mm breathable, 40,000mm waterproof, 4-way stretch fabric, removable outerwear bib, Clima Mapping lining.
SLASHER CARGO PANT, $330 The North Face heritage meets workwear-inspired durability. Features: DryVent™ 2L, waterproof, seam-sealed, adjustable waist tabs, clip integration, zip inner-thigh vents, gaiter with gripper elastic and boot hook.
ripcurl.co.nz
thenorthface.co.nz 0800 805 806
WOMEN’S OUTERWEAR
686
DAKINE
DC
GOSSIP SOFT SHELL PANT, $299 If tight and bright is your thing, you can’t go past this pant. Available in leopard print, electric poppy or a stealth black – there is a colour for every jacket. 10k waterproofing makes sure the function is as good as the look.
BIJOUX JACKET, $300 Combining the look of your favourite hoodie with the features and protection of outerwear, the new Bijoux insulated jacket will keep you riding comfortably all day long. 10K/10K. WESTSIDE PANT, $270 The classic, no-fuss women’s Westside Pant allows you to drop in at the park or ride the lift in style. 10,000 waterproofing and 10,000gm2 breathability in a feminine fit with a traditional 5-pocket jean design.
CRUISER JACKET, $292 A vintage inspired mountain classic featuring bold contrast colour blocking and yardage prints, in 10k waterproof and insulated. VIVA SOFT SHELL PANT, $209 A timeless classic featuring the comfort of softshell, tailored fit and 5 pocket denim jean styling. 10k waterproof.
L1 PREMIUM GOODS
O’NEILL
RIDE
www.686.com 686@tritan.co.nz
DUSK ANORAK, $249 The Dusk Anorak is lighter weight, perfect for spring laps or to keep your snowboard identity around town without screaming it out, thanks to the warm colour options and simple, clean branding.
l1premiumgoods.com
BLACKHEART JACKET, $459 With an asymmetrical center front zipper and quilted sleeves, the Blackheart is a feminine take on a traditional motorcycle jacket. 10k/ 10k, Critically seem sealed and 60g of insulation. LORETTA OVERALL, $379 A workwear inspired overall with a very flattering fit. The Loretta is for those who want the protection of a bib with a more street inspired look. Stretch fabric and 10k Waterproofing and breathability.
RIP CURL ripcurl.co.nz
CHIC FANCY JACKET, $350 For the rider that wants great value from a leading brand with essential technical features. 10,000mm breathable, 10,000mm waterproof. Wool-like 2- way stretch fabric, removable fur hood lining. SLINKY GUM FANCY PANT, $250 For the rider that wants great value from a leading brand with essential technical features. 10,000mm breathable, 10,000mm waterproof. Wool-like 2- way stretch fabric, Clima Mapping lining.
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GLAMOUR PANT, $230 Slim fit, venting system, Firewall, O’Neill Hyperdry, fully taped seams, 10k 10k. Available in other colours.
CHERRY JACKET, $349 15K/10K, classic fit, fully taped seams, pit zips, inner lycra gaiters, snap-to-pant interface, snap back attached powder skirt, bottom draw cord adjustment inside front pockets, Tricot lined hand pockets EMERALD BIB PANT, $329 10K/5K, classic fit, critically taped seams, Tricot lined chest and back, snap-to-pant interface, inner leg vents, double chest pocket, inner media cord outlet.
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HARTLEY JACKET, $365 A streetwear inspired long tailored fit with quilted lower body. 10k water proof, insulated and featuring Enjoy and Care moisturised infused integrated collar. CABIN PANT, $240 15k water proofing, tailored fit with fleece seat, and knee lining.
NEVERMIND JACKET, $450 Air out in the park and on the slopes with this fully-featured freeride jacket. Features: relaxed fit, DryVent™ 2L, Heatseeker™ insulation, waterproof, seam-sealed, adjustable hood, hood-secure feature, underarm vents, powder skirt, clip integration. ABOUTADAY PANT, $320 These Heatseeker™ insulated, DryVent™ 2L pants feature fully taped seams and enough real estate in the back pocket to hold all of your goods. Relaxed fit, waterproof, clip integration, inner thigh vents.
CORAL JACKET, $300 Venting system, Firewall, ONeill Hyperdry, fully taped seams, Thinsulate insulation 80/60, 10k 10k. Available in other colours.
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BLACK DIAMOND blackdiamondequipment.com southernapproach.co.nz BLACK DIAMOND EVAC 7 SHOVEL, $140 A multi-function tool for comprehensive backcountry use, the Evac is our top-of-the-line shovel and features two configurations: standard shovel and hoe mode. The ultra-durable construction and super compact design are ideal for both daily snow study and fast avalanche response. BLACK DIAMOND QUICKDRAW TOUR 240 PROBE, $115 Ideal for lightweight tours, avalanche rescue practice and boarding terrain with shallow snowpacks, The Black Diamond Quickdraw Tour Probe 240 features a durable aluminum construction. The Tour 240’s updated ferrules make for increased durability and quick alignment, while the integrated stuff sack and non-slip grip make for fast, onepull deployment in emergency situations. PIEPS DSP PRO AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER, $800 The DSP PRO is built for professionals and those of you who like to explore in the unstable outback. It has a 3 antenna system to locate burials over a 60m circular range regardless of the antenna orientation and burial depth, a high tech transmitter that recognises other buried devices and auto-adjusts its signal to aid in more accurate recovery, a marking function for multiple burials, a minimum battery life of 400 hours in send mode.
CELTEK celtek.com celtek@tritan.com BITTEN BY A MITTEN, $99 Celtek’s mission is to merge creative, artistic styled accessories that will stand up to the elements. The ‘Wolf pack’ mitten is one example and at 15k breathability/waterproofing, you don’t have to trade function for style.
MONS ROYALE monsroyale.com TRANSITION HOODY, $240 A cotton hoody doesn’t cut it in the mountains. Retire it and get one of these. The heavy-duty merino blend fleece is soft, warm and naturally odour resistant whilst nylon panels on the shoulders and hood add weather resistance and durability. TRANSITION PULLOVER, $230 When a jacket is too much, this merino turtle is perfect for all day riding, or just for a quick mission to the shops. The high, structured neck stands up to icy breezes and the nylon lower back panel will keep you dry whilst you visualise that 720. EWOK HOOD, BALACLAVA, $65 Leave the beanie behind and add a hood to any outfit. Pull it up or down, as and when you need it. The integrated mouthpiece and drawcord closure allow you to adapt to the conditions.
DAKINE HELI PRO 20L BOZEMAN BACKPACK, $180 Features a vertical snowboard carry, diagonal ski carry, fleece lined goggle pocket, hydration compatible, non-paddes sleeve fits most 15” laptops, organised front pocket, rescue whistle on sternum strap, limited lifetime warranty.
RIP CURL ripcurl.co.nz F-LIGHT SNOW PACK, $230 The ultimate backpack for your alpine adventures. Lightweight, feature packed and durable. 450D Diamond Ripstop, vertical and horizontal board carry, shovel, probe and ice axe storage. Lightweight, breathable moulded straps and back panel.
THE NORTH FACE thenorthface.co.nz 0800 805 806 SLACKPACK 20 , $230 Venture into slackcountry with a streamlined 20” backpack that prepares you to chase down fresh powder stashes with specialized features, including built-in organization for avalanche tools, and vertical or horizontal board carry.
PREMIUM LEATHER GLOVE, $110 These premium gloves feature a goat leather palm, Tom-Flex 4-way stretch fabric, ‘STay-Dry’ insert and lining, 3M thinsulate insulation and hyperloft padding. The best gloves on the mountain.
SMITH thenorthface.co.nz 0800 805 806 SQUAD XL, $250 An oversize version of the ever popular Squad. Includes two performance ChromaPop lenses, tuned to deliver you the ultimate in visibility, clarity and durability for any condition. IO7, $360 5X™ anti-fog, single-pivot quick lens release, dual-axis outriggers and two performance ChromaPop lenses. Get one up on mother nature without your eyes having to work so hard. See more detail with ChromaPop.
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The 2018 Ride ‘WARPIG’ is designed for fun in all conditions with a unique shape that is shorter, wider, and tapered to allow for a more maneuverable snowboard that can lap the park and still float you like a board twice its size. Includes Roll-In Slimewalls®, Cleave Edge™, and Carbon Array™ 3 to give this deck plenty of pop while keeping it responsive and durable….