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The KAC Race – Winners
Initially there was no distinction between competitors using the “Classical” technique (diagonal stride) and those using the “Freestyle” or skating technique. In 2009 Classic skiers were able to compete in their own section first time. Freestyle skiers generally register the faster times, but where “1st” is against the name of a Classic style competitor, this…
Paddy Pallin Cross Country Classic 1965
For nearly 90 years the name Paddy Pallin has been synonymous with high-quality, light-weight gear for walking, camping, climbing and skiing. Paddy also established one of our toughest cross-country ski races in 1965. But who knew that Paddy only started skiing at the age of 54, subsequently made the rugged Kiandra to Kosciuszko winter crossing…
The KAC Cross Country Race
Start of the KAC Martini Race in Perisher Valley 1974 The KAC is one of the largest cross-country ski races in NSW. The race route, from Perisher Valley to Charlotte Pass Village, traverses 8km of gently undulating terrain through magnificent scenery. HISTORY In 1972 Ross Martin wrote to the Club Captain of Kosciusko Alpine Club, Geoff Nott,…
Perisher Cup Results
Perisher Cup Langlauf 1968 Jump to Race Results History of the Perisher Cup Since the early 1950s the ski clubs in Perisher Valley have organized and run the Perisher Cup. It is a team event consisting of three activities – a slalom race, a jump and a cross country relay. Each of the teams of…
1960 Winter Olympics Team at Squaw Valley
The full team, at the Olympics Centre in Squaw Valley. They even had the Australian Coat of Arms prominently displayed on the building!
1960 A Part of the Winter Olympics Team
Front Row (L to R) Christine Davy, Donald Maclurcan, Peter Brockhoff, Richard Walpole Back Row (L to R) Bill Day, Hal Nerdal, Mr Bell (Proprietor of the Dawsons Ski Shop who helped the team with equipment and clothing.)