2018 New Zealand Ski Guide

The editor went skiing before, but she said she really didn’t have fun, so let’s see what skiing is like in other countries. After reading it, the editor believes that the ski resorts that the editor may go to can only be relatively large ski resorts.

Skiing Guide

If you are new to the snow, you are probably still worried about what to wear, right? What to bring? How to choose skis? What should I do if I don’t know how to ski?

Stop and don’t let the tedious details ruin your enthusiasm for trying new things.

Many ski resorts in New Zealand are friendly to beginners trying to ski for the first time. There are not only wide and low-difficulty ski slopes for beginners to use, but also professional ski lessons and equipment rental, giving beginners enough confidence.

Tips:

To have a perfect skiing experience, it is very important to be fully prepared. Before going to the snowfield, prepare the necessary items and basic common sense to make the novice invincible~

: Preparation list for novice skiers

1. Sun protection glasses

2. Waterproof gloves

3. Non-slip shoes or boots

4. Warm hats and scarves

5. Waterproof and warm pants and jackets

6. Sunscreen and sunscreen lipstick (ultraviolet rays are very strong on the mountain)

7. Spare clothes (such as underwear, thermal underwear and sweaters, but try to avoid cotton clothes)

: Tips:

Most of the above items can also be rented at the rental store on the mountain. However, for health and hygiene reasons, ski resort rental shops do not rent gloves, hats and glasses.

Instructions for skiing

1. Try to buy tickets online to avoid the trouble of queuing on site.

2. Never wear denim clothes, because they are neither waterproof nor warm, and will become very hard in the ice and snow, making it difficult to move; the clothes you choose should be brightly colored and have a high contrast with the snow. Avoid collisions.

3. It is recommended not to wear contact lenses when skiing.

4. Carry some energy-supplementing snacks with you, such as compressed biscuits, chocolate, etc.

5. Remember to bring some necessary medicines and learn some first aid knowledge.

Warm Tips

Equipment

1. Waterproof ski pants. Remember not to wear pants that are not waterproof and have poor mobility, such as jeans;

2. Long-sleeved tops that are lively and prone to sweating;

3. Ski waterproof gloves can also be replaced with mountaineering waterproof gloves ;

4. Newcomers should wear helmets to protect their heads;

5. Ski goggles or sports sunglasses. The refraction of the sun through snow is stronger, which can easily cause eye discomfort over time;

6. Neck scarves or scarves can cover the face when the wind is strong to avoid frostbite;

7 .You can also use thick socks or two layers of socks when hiking;

8. You need to rent special ski boots when skiing, but you can wear them yourself on the day.

Things to note

Pay attention to the warm-up. The temperature in the ski resort is cold and the body is stiff. If the joint muscles don't move, they will slide when they come up, and they can easily get injured. Even if you have a basic knowledge of skiing, you should start practicing from the beginner level and gradually upgrade to the advanced level. Do not ski outside the ski area boundaries without permission, as you will not encounter ski area staff and will not be rescued. When you feel your body is out of balance, fall backwards, slide down naturally with the slope, and wait for it to stop slowly.

There are three "don'ts" when you fall: don't support yourself with your hands, don't move your hands and feet, and don't turn over. If you take your children to ski, you can prepare a small bag to tie to your body and put some lipstick, cash, phone numbers, etc. as backup. If it is your child’s first time going, it is recommended to take a children’s group course and learn to ski safely under the guidance of a professional instructor.