Home > Winter

US Ski Team Frolics In New Zealand Powder

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More

[leadin]There are definite benefits of being one of the world’s top ski racers and part of the US Ski Team, one being year-round skiing in spots like New Zealand.[/leadin]

“Call it El Niño, the conditions in the Southern Hemisphere this year have been supreme,” reports the Team. “The snow gods paid a visit to New Zealand for both the men and the women, giving them the chance for some powder days and heli-skiing adventures.”

Watch as Laurenne Ross, Alice McKennis and Jackie Wiles enjoy a session of Mt. Cook face shots galore while the American downhillers Marco Sullivan, Steven Nyman, Andrew Weibrecht and Travis Ganong get their own freshies at Mt. Aspiring.

 

Subscribe Now

Get adventure news and gear reviews in your inbox!