Holiday during Covid - The snow is falling, the lifts are turning, and restrictions on some domestic travel are easing, all in time for the 2020 winter season in Australia. Hallelujah!  And although you are undoubtedly very excited about your annual trip to the snow, this year it’s going to look a little different. It’s been a strange year, and it’s looking like this is our new normal for the next little while. Nonetheless, like us, you are still itching to get into the fresh mountain air, lay some turns and have a blast with your crew. The good news is, you still can! But what is this wi ..read more

Get your ski boots on with as little hassle as possible! No matter how well your ski boots fit, we have all struggled at some point with getting them on in some way or another, whether it's being unable to get your buckles slammed shut or getting stuck halfway. It can be enough to put some off the idea of skiing entirely, while others will end up spending 80% of their trip on a boot bench trying to fix an issue that has nothing to do with the fit of their boot. Don't forget that women's ski boots fit slimmer than men's, so take that into account while making your purchase. If this boot struggl ..read more

How would I introduce Jackson...well, I'd have to say that he is one of the most patient boot fitters I have ever met. One of the most difficult situations for a boot fitter is trying to fit a boot to someone with diabetes. Which Ski Resorts have you been to?  Australia: Perisher - where I learnt to ski Falls Creek - worked here for 2 seasons Favourite resort? Falls Creek, because I know all the secret runs. Do you snowboard or ski? Ski, from aged 7. Gloves or mittens? Gloves What do you love most about skiing? "I love the fact that it can be both the most peaceful and exhil ..read more

An awesome time was had by all when Snowcentral staff visited Brisbane’s first and only indoor snow sports centre, Urban Xtreme. Urban Xtreme is an adventure playground for young and old, not only as Queensland’s first indoor ski and snowboard facility but also many other activities such as one of the largest indoor laser tag facility in Queensland and a huge 500m2 trampoline facility. The climbing facility, adventure play-land and the ninja warrior course is in the process of being built.   We entered Urban Xtreme and were amazed at the sheer size of the facility contained inside a mass ..read more

At Snowcentral we are pretty serious about customer service. We employ people who love snow just as much as we do to ensure they provide the best advice for your trip. In the coming weeks we will be introducing our staff members, so you know who you are talking to when you phone or book a bootfit. Starting our series off is Kate, our Store Manager at the Keperra store, who has been part of our team for the last 5 years. I’ve asked her a few snow specific questions; Which Ski Resorts have you been to?  Australia: Thredbo Perisher New Zealand: Mt Hutt Remarkables Coronet Peak Wana ..read more

With the holiday season fast approaching, it is easy to get flustered when buying gifts, especially when that person hasn’t hinted at anything. Here are the 8 best gifts you can get for skiers and snowboarders this season! We know that snow sports can be expensive, but we have chosen a range of gift ideas for you to impress that snow-crazed individual.  1. Smartwool PHD Ski Socks This Merino-blend sock is great for southern and northern hemisphere use. The wool is spun differently to reduce the itchy feeling and is also great quality to last longer. The materials are moisture-wicking and ..read more

You’ve probably heard the term thrown around at the ski hills and at our shop, and just like the industry, there are a lot of terms to get used to, and one we will be talking about is big mountain skis. When it comes to some of the terms in snow sports, some people are often confused as to what they can mean, especially if they believe it affects them. So, we want to debunk any issues surrounding this term, including how big mountain skis differ from powder or all-mountain skis. We hope that this can help determine if you would want to ride a pair. Hopefully, this post will explain more about ..read more

If you haven’t experienced it yet, the transition in the skiing world is well underway. The main focus of it all is the accessibility to side-country and touring. Even after short times on skis, we are seeing everyone try to attempt this type of skiing, but the constraints have always been price of equipment and weight, so your ski boot sole may be changing. Changes In Ski Boot Soles If you have followed the improvements in equipment from the last season you have probably noticed some things compared to your current or older gear. See our men's ski boot and women's ski boot sections for the la ..read more

In a series of destination guides, Snowcentral will be bringing you in-depth and personal guides to places we all know and love. These are reflective of experiences of staff and customers. Whenever you see the adverts for Canada on the TV, different travel agents are usually posting the same visuals, amazing blue lakes, massive mountains and wildlife like bears and moose, it was all filmed in the Rockies. Lake Louise and Banff are home to some of the most picturesque views in the world, with over 5 million tourists checking the sights each year. For us winter lovers, you don’t have to stress a ..read more

The long season is coming to an end, it is sad to say, but we are all aware in Australia that it is inevitable at this time of year. The longer season has been amazing, with some resorts still experiencing the fresh stuff. It is always hard heading back to the slopes with your skis and snowboards when you haven’t stayed as fit as you would have liked. So we at Snowcentral have collectively come up with different activities that will help you stay in shape and using those muscles that normally hide until snow time. Let's see what your summer activity will be in order to stay snow fit. 1. Stan ..read more