dan_griffiths01 0 Posted September 8, 2002 Share Posted September 8, 2002 I'm planning a snowboard trip to Niseko this Xmas. I want to find out how flexible the ski patrols are about off piste boarding and to ask if anyone can reccommend good places to hike for carving fresh lines. Also, I'm looking for a decent snowboard park, is there one at niseko or will i be disappointed? (And if, anyone knows a place to stay with reasonable rates and an onzen to relax in at the end of the night, let me know) Cheers in advance Daniel Link to post Share on other sites
Wizz 11 Posted September 8, 2002 Share Posted September 8, 2002 Hi daniel and welcome. I'm not too sure about specifics myself, sorry, but there are a couple of other threads on this forum somewhere I think that covers this. Link to post Share on other sites
Snowhaus 0 Posted September 9, 2002 Share Posted September 9, 2002 Dan, If you are going that far north, maybe you should consider Hakkouda (in Aomori)instead... From what I understand, they dont even own a groomer. Its all powder and bumps. No ropes either - just orange poles to 'suggest' where you should be going... try checking out www.outdoorsig.com/powdatopia. Link to post Share on other sites
dan_griffiths01 0 Posted September 12, 2002 Author Share Posted September 12, 2002 Thanks for the info. I tried the link but it didn't work. Do you know anyone who has been to Hakkuodo (might be wrong i can't remember!)? I'd like to get some more info, if you have any pointers share away. Cheers Dan Link to post Share on other sites
Ocean11 0 Posted September 12, 2002 Share Posted September 12, 2002 Check this thread and links out http://www.skijapanguide.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/000753.html It's all there. Link to post Share on other sites
Snowhaus 0 Posted September 13, 2002 Share Posted September 13, 2002 Dan, Dont know why the link doesnt work, but if you type the address in to your address bar it should come up... Link to post Share on other sites
peaker 0 Posted September 13, 2002 Share Posted September 13, 2002 Dan,There are several Off piste areas in Niseko that are clearly marked on resort maps and are perfectly cool to ride in but If you are serious about getting off piste (out of the resort) in Niseko I'd recommend coming with the right gear (i.e. beacon, probe, shovel and snowshoes) and hiring a local guide. That way youll get real fresh lines instead of just following a herd under the rope next to the resort. Youll be fine with ski patrol if you are doing things properly but there are some definite no go areas due to high avalanche danger. Get a topograhic map ask around and plan your route beforehand. Dont just wander off looking for Pow with no idea where you are going.Anyway enjoy the snow. If its your first time to Niseko you wont be dissapointed. Link to post Share on other sites
okky 0 Posted September 13, 2002 Share Posted September 13, 2002 Well you might be disappointed, possibly. Depends on what you're looking for. If you want a huge expanse of runs etc - you will be disappointed. just to get things in perspective here. Link to post Share on other sites
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