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You're about to jump on a plane to Japan to chase that legendary powder — and trust us, it really is as good as everyone says. But before you zip u...
Understanding VLT, which lens for Japan flat light, photochromic options, and the best goggle brands (Oakley, Anon, Dragon) for Japan, Canada and Europe.
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A powder board works by planing across snow rather than cutting into it. Eve...
Take your own board, buy a dedicated powder board, or rent? Plus specific picks (Jones Hovercraft, Flagship) for Japan, Canada and Europe.
Niseko vs Hakuba for your first Japan snowboard trip — an honest comparison. Niseko wins on powder quality (50–80cm Hokkaido days), Hakuba wins on terrain variety and authentic Japan. Which suits you, and when to go.
Wake your electric skateboard or e-bike up for spring — battery, clean-up, new belts, tyres and brakes, plus how to look after your battery through the Australian summer.
What to look for before buying a fat tyre electric bike in Australia — motor, battery, range, build quality and the legal side. From the crew who service them.
A practical guide to Melbourne's best trails for fat tyre electric bikes — Capital City Trail, Yarra, Bay, Maribyrnong and Merri Creek, plus tram-track safety and path etiquette.
What size skateboard for a 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 year old. Deck width by age and by shoe size, and why shoe size is the better guide.
The best skateboards available in Australia in 2026 — broken down by riding style. Street, park, transition, beginner and cruiser picks from the team at Twelve Board Store Melbourne who ride what we sell.
Extended to Sunday 11 October. Storage wax, base clean, edge sharpen and a full gear check before your Summer trip. $50 a board, two for $75 at our Richmond workshop. Not in Melbourne? Here is how to do the same job yourself.
Whether it is after your Summer Japan powder trip or at the end of the Australian snow season it is really important to take some steps to put your...