Snow

Wānaka’s après scene is a lot smaller and more relaxed than like Queenstown, but it’s still actually very diverse and fun. On the whole it caters more to a lower key market of serious skiers/boarders and...

The Mackenzie Country which runs from Fairlie in the north to Twizel in the south has three of New Zealand’s favourite small commercial ski fields - each one with a...

Queenstown’s two ski fields - The Remakables and Coronet Peak - truly do have something for everyone regardless of their ability. Which is why it’s the perfect snow holiday destination...

Wanaka is a mecca for elite skiers and snowboarders from all over the world, who come for the unique combination of easily accessible freeride terrain at Treble Cone and the...

Frequent waxing and edge sharpening of skis or snowboards isn’t just for racers and pros – everyone from beginners to expert will have a much more enjoyable experience with freshly...

The classic reason to take ski lessons was to make you a technically more proficient skier, but today the concept of what is a good skier is changing – for the better. The emphasis has evolved from lessons simply being about improving technique to maximising the value of your whole mountain experience.

Join us at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Cardona in July and August   This season we’re running two sets of ski Demo Expos in July and August. There’s be...

Bindings are possibly the least glamorous items of ski gear, but next to your ski helmet they are by far the most important for keeping you safe and injury free.  The...

Ski boots all come with an insole, so why would you need to add an aftermarket alternative like a Sidas 3Feet insole? The simple answer is comfort, fit, and performance....

If you like your family skiing holidays at little less frenetic than Queenstown, you'd love Lake Tekapo village and the ski fields nearby. The ski fields are a lot less...

Having clear vision all day long in all light conditions is critical to a safe day on your skis or snowboard.Being able to see the terrain in front of you in...

We’re stoked that the world’s most advanced foot scanning technology is now at Outside Sports Queenstown and Wanaka.  We’re the only speciality ski boot and sports shoe store in New Zealand to have the awesome new Sidas FEETBOX® EVO. If you’re looking for new ski boots that fit perfectly, or running and hiking shoes with maximum comfort and support, you owe it to your feet to get Sidas custom footbeds and Sidas ski and running socks – they're a game changer for comfort, fit, and performance!