DON'T FEAR THE RIPPER!
Register tonight at Margaritas from 7pm and you'll be hassle free on the day!
Everything is set for the Ripper tomorrow, we are putting the last touches on the courses today, they'll differ very slightly from the one posted above due the snow and avalanche hazards we have encountered during set up. The Race will now be approximately 1550 vertical meters climb and the rec about 800m vert.
The weather is forecast to clear for Saturday and it looks like it should be pretty damn good...in fact the weekend looks like a cracker!
We know how important this is for getting out and enjoying Ruapehu...so make the most of this wicked looking weekend and do the Ripper on Saturday and come Sunday a relaxing free ski or go on a back country ski tour with your new found friends on the glory that is Mt Ruapehu!
IMPORTANT STUFF.
You can register and suss out all the details on the Friday evening before the race from 7pm to 8pm at Margaritas, Rimu street, The Junction, Ohakune.
On the day you can register in the Alpine Cafe from 8am to 9am. The briefing is at 9:15 and the race should kick off about 10am (weather and snow conditions dependant)
It's $20 to enter plus $41.50 (50% discount) for an all mountain lift ticket if you don't have a season pass.
Please get in touch if you want to enter but don't have avalanche rescue equipment. A limited number of sets are available to hire on the day for $10.
And one more thing, don't forget the delicious curry and drink specials to follow at the prize giving, at the Hot Lava, next door to Margareta's, in the Junction. Ohakune.
Friday, September 12, 2008
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Heads up all telemarkers, split boarders, ski tourers and snow shoers
The Deuter Ruapehu Ripper is a classic ski mountaineering challenge.
Racing alongside fellow competitors, participants skin up and ski down through the gnarly terrain and conditions offered up by Ruapehu over a total vertical ascent and descent of 3200m across a 10km course. Expect this to take between two to four hours for most participants.
There will be an easier course for those wishing to take more of a recreational tour but still be involved in the thrill of the event.
Remember for all Skimonz events, fun, safety and participation are the focus.
The race will again be held at Turoa this season on 20 September thanks to the support of Turoa Ski Area; Mt Ruapehu, Deuter, Leki, the New Zealand Alpine club, Buff, Protector safety, the Climber magazine and Wilderness magazine.
Great hot food and discounted bar facilities will be on offer at the prize giving at the Hot Lava, at the Junction, Ohakune, along with the chance to score some awesome spot prizes. All major prizes will spot prizes, with placings for first, second and third, Male and Female.
Don't miss this unique event, the seasonal final in the national skimonz series.
For a review of last years event, visit:
www.telemark.org.nz/index.php?module=pagesetter&func=viewpub&tid=2&pid=48
New Taranaki Race:
A Second North Island event, the Manganui Rando Race, will be hosted by Manganui Ski Area on the 13 September. For more information follow the link on the skimonz.com home page.
Racing alongside fellow competitors, participants skin up and ski down through the gnarly terrain and conditions offered up by Ruapehu over a total vertical ascent and descent of 3200m across a 10km course. Expect this to take between two to four hours for most participants.
There will be an easier course for those wishing to take more of a recreational tour but still be involved in the thrill of the event.
Remember for all Skimonz events, fun, safety and participation are the focus.
The race will again be held at Turoa this season on 20 September thanks to the support of Turoa Ski Area; Mt Ruapehu, Deuter, Leki, the New Zealand Alpine club, Buff, Protector safety, the Climber magazine and Wilderness magazine.
Great hot food and discounted bar facilities will be on offer at the prize giving at the Hot Lava, at the Junction, Ohakune, along with the chance to score some awesome spot prizes. All major prizes will spot prizes, with placings for first, second and third, Male and Female.
Don't miss this unique event, the seasonal final in the national skimonz series.
For a review of last years event, visit:
www.telemark.org.nz/index.php?module=pagesetter&func=viewpub&tid=2&pid=48
New Taranaki Race:
A Second North Island event, the Manganui Rando Race, will be hosted by Manganui Ski Area on the 13 September. For more information follow the link on the skimonz.com home page.
Thursday, August 14, 2008
WHAT KIND OF GEAR IS REQUIRED?
Gear List
Skis or Spilt Board with "touring" bindings and skins, or snow shoes.
Avalanche Beacon, Shovel, Probe.
Helmet(skiing, climbing and cycle helmets are all acceptable).
Lightweight wind/water proof jacket.
Back pack that is able to securely carry skis/snowboard.
Crampons.
Sit harness with double cows tail and carabiners.
Avalanche rescue gear can be hired from your local NZAC branch and many good outdoor shops including the Snow Centre Ohakune and Edge to Edge at Whakapapa.
Skis or Spilt Board with "touring" bindings and skins, or snow shoes.
Avalanche Beacon, Shovel, Probe.
Helmet(skiing, climbing and cycle helmets are all acceptable).
Lightweight wind/water proof jacket.
Back pack that is able to securely carry skis/snowboard.
Crampons.
Sit harness with double cows tail and carabiners.
Avalanche rescue gear can be hired from your local NZAC branch and many good outdoor shops including the Snow Centre Ohakune and Edge to Edge at Whakapapa.
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