BLACK DIAMOND/CHILL BIG MOUNTAIN WEEKEND

31st August - 2nd September

The freeride mecca that is Temple Basin will play host to a fantastic field of top national and international athletes at the Black Diamond Big Mountain Competition as part of the CHILL Series.

The CHILL Series consists of a range of big mountain competitions whereby athletes score points for tackling the hardest sections of the mountain, descending through tight rock outcrops, down sheer faces and off large cliffs with style, control and fluidity.

This year’s event looks set to provide a great spectacle for those watching from the day lodge and a great pay day for those competing with $5000 is cash prizes up for grabs. There’s also a whole heap of gear to be won courtesy of Black Diamond.

The conditions are looking favourable with Temple Basin receiving a huge base early in the season and topped up with regular snowfalls throughout the season. Temple Basin Manager and big mountain skier Todd Windle is excited about the event this year. "With more snow than ever on the venue, there are numerous lines available to the riders which will help up the anti and make for some excellent viewing from Cassidy Tow"


Given good weather the competition will be held Friday 31st August and Saturday the 1st finishing up Saturday night with live music and a feast from the on-mountain chef. Sunday the 2nd is set aside as a weather day and will used for competition if Friday or Saturday should be unsuitable.

If you’re keen to watch some of the best skiers and snowboarders in the country test themselves on the raw alpine terrain of Temple Basin book yourself a room and head on up for what’s bound to be a great weekend. Visit www.chillout.co.nz if you’d like to register for the event.


Download Black Diamond poster here.

Register for the event at http://www.chillout.co.nz/archives/1616 or

Book your accommodation here