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Avoriaz Mountain News: 28th June 2013
Marathon Mont Blanc in Chamonix, Pass Portes du Soleil in Morzine
This weekend is the first big weekend of events in Chamonix, Morzine and Avoriaz and there are openings in Tignes and Val d'Isere too.
Avoriaz Video : 4th March 2014
Shreddie's First Stash Feature Jam of 2014
Thanks to Stew Monk from Reelfun Media for this edit of the Shreddie Feature Jam and another great day in the Stash.
Avoriaz Video Report : 10th December 2011
First day back in Avoriaz. A much better day than I expected
The first of the ski areas in the Portes du Soleil opened up today!! Avoriaz had much better snow than I was expecting and features in both Baby and Arare park.
Avoriaz Video Report : 12th April 2012
The end of the season 2011/12 is near but there's still more snow
After a heavy snowfall on Tuesday night we had a late season powder day this week and if the snow keeps coming, as it is predicted to do, then we may have more powder days ahead this weekend.
Avoriaz Video Report : 12th December 2011
The opening weekend through the eyes of Neil Sharp
This weekend saw the opening of the Avoriaz ski area and Neiltro TV was there with a Go-Pro and some mates. What more do you need?
Avoriaz Video Report : 13th February 2013
Perfect, absolutely perfect
Perfect conditions greeted us on the hill today. Deep fresh snow in the off piste that let you glide like a ninja; silent, stealthy and perfectly groomed grippy pistes that creaked and squeaked like a frightened squirrel. After two weeks of almost continuous snowfall the skies finally cleared in earnest and we had bluebird conditions with perfect snow. The good news is the next five days are set to be the same: PERFECT!
Avoriaz Video Report : 13th January 2012
A great week in the Portes du Soleil
Friday the 13th hasn't been unlucky here, in fact the whole week has been awesome. Clear skies and cold temperatures have kept last week's snow in good condition and everyone seems to have left the Portes du Soleil meaning that the pistes are quiet and there are no queues for the lifts.
Avoriaz Video Report : 14th Feb 2008
Avoriaz
Lots of sunshine and cool to mild temperatures have brought some great sking and snowboarding to the Portes Du Soleil. Kelsey reports from Avoriaz and lets us in on the Burton Stash, the must-do run for all freestyle snowboarders and skiers this season.
Avoriaz Video Report : 15th Dec 2011
Rock on Snowboard Tour - Best bits from a Rockin' Weeekend
The opening weekend for Avoriaz was absolutely rocking with free board tests, live music and monster parties and here is the proof!
Avoriaz Video Report : 15th Feb 2012
Great snow to ride the trees in Avoriaz
WOW!! After almost two weeks of clear skies and cold temperatures the snow returns and with vengeance!!! We have seen so much more snow than was expected and it has been light, dry and soft.
Avoriaz Video Report : 15th Mar 2012
The second of Shreddies video sessions
The second of Shreddie's Feature Jams took place in the Arare Park on the kinked pipe and the hip. Prizes were awarded for best trick on each feature and best slam. Wanna feature in the next video? Stewart Monk from Reelfun Media who filmed this little nugget of slopestyle genius will be at the Super Pipe comp on 24th March.
Avoriaz Video Report : 15th March 2012
Hot and sunny all week but there may be snow on the way
It has been hot and sunny all week in the Portes du Soleil and as a result we have lost twenty centimetres of snow at 1800m. Don't worry though we still have over 200cm and there is some more on the way.
Avoriaz Video Report : 17th December 2011
EPIC times in les Lindarets: the best snow day in two years? It may have been.
Today was amazing. Deep, light snow that was knee deep and only a few people on the mountain. We rode fresh snow most of the morning and when we left the hill the snow was coming down harder than ever. It's going to be a great week.
Avoriaz Video Report : 17th Feb 2011
Over in Crozets- Best conditions in weeks here in the Portes du Soleil - Thu 17th Feb 2011
We're over in Crozet where depite the surroundings looking pretty shabby the pistes are holding up well and the best riding is in the parks.
Avoriaz Video Report : 1st February 2012
Another contender for best day of the season
What a great start to February. After Tuesday's big snowfall the temperatures dropped and, despite the forecast predicting quite overcast conditions, the skies cleared and gave us some of the best conditions I have ever seen in the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report : 1st February 2012
The guys and girls at Treeline Chalets in the powder
Everyone had a good day on the 1st February with clear skies and fresh snow. Here's what the lovely folks at Treeline Chalets got up to.
Avoriaz Video Report : 20th April 2012
Cavern 24/7 Video 2012 - Another win for Swill Posse
The Swill Posse took home another win in this years Cavern 24/7 video competition. Here's why:
Avoriaz Video Report : 20th January 2012
More snow after a week of sunshine
We have had sunshine all week in the Portes du Soliel but the snow clouds are back and we have almost half a metre forecast over the next 18 hours. Hopefully by Saturday morning we'll have snow all the way down in Morzine town and plenty of fresh powder on the hill.
Avoriaz Video Report : 20th March 2012
A perfect morning in the powder
After all the snow that came down at the beginning of the week we have been enjoying some near perfect conditions here in the Portes du Soleil. There will be a proper Video Snow Report on Thursday but I had such a great morning I thought I'd share it with you.
Avoriaz Video Report : 21st April 2012
The last days of winter 2011/12 - The end of an amazing season
This will be the last video snow report of this winter from the Portes du Soleil. It's been a great season. Thanks to everyone who made it so good.
Avoriaz Video Report : 21st Feb 2008
Pleney Gondola
This week Kelsey reports from the top of the Pleney Gondola, above Morzine. You can see the resort of Les Gets in the background, which is linked to Morzine and a great place to explore.
Avoriaz Video Report : 22nd December 2011
Deep snow, sunshine and Santa - Sunshine for Christmas
We've had almost non-stop snow for the last two weeks but the forecasters are predicting clear skies and sunshine for the weekend and the beginning of next week. Conditions will be great as we still have huge amounts of snow and once the sun comes out the skiing is only going to get better.
Avoriaz Video Report : 23rd March 2012
L'Ebouelle and Pipe comp this weekend
We have had a great week here in the Portes d Soleil, one of the best, with powder, kickers and great pistes.
Avoriaz Video Report : 24th February 2012
The parks ROCK and the pistes are great and the sun is shining
Although we are in the busiest period of the season the slopes are not too busy. They are however quite slow and slushy down low. The higher slopes, especially the shaded ones, have still got winter snow on them but the lower ones are very spring like.
Avoriaz Video Report : 26th January 2012
Perfect, absolutely perfect - Another great day on the hill
It's been a great day here in Avoriaz. Fresh snow, clear skies and an afternoon throwing ourselves around in Le Fornet. The piste and off piste are excellent here with firm fresh snow on the groomed runs and soft powder in the back country.
Avoriaz Video Report : 27th December 2011
Perfect conditions before the New Year
The sun is shining the pistes are well covered in firm, grippy snow and the whole area is up and running. Skiing and boarding conditions in the Portes du Soleil are perfect AND we have fifty centimetres of new snow coming in this Friday. It looks like 2012 is going to start well.
Avoriaz Video Report : 29th March 2012
My first Video Snow Minority Report
A friend helped me with this weeks video and for most of the day I felt like Tom Cruise in Minority Report. Computer giggery-pokery aside, we still have great snow depths, the sun has been shining all week, Basscamp festival is just around the corner AND we have the Volcom Stone Peanut Butter and Rail Jam this weekend.
Avoriaz Video Report : 30th December 2011
Super Park now open in Champery le Crosets cut, shaped and ready for riding
The crozets park is up and running! Traditionally the biggest and most technical of the parks in the Portes du Soleil this is where freestylers come to cut their teeth.
Avoriaz Video Report : 5th April 2012
A cloudy week but the sun is coming back
It has been a cloudy week with quite a lot of rain here in the Portes du Soleil and although this has washed some of the snow away we still have complete home runs and more snow than we had at any point last season. The sun will return on Friday and for the beginning of next week.
Avoriaz Video Report : 6th February 2013
Great snow and there's sunshine on the way
The last time the sun shone was on Sunday. Since then it has not stopped snowing and if you like your powder deep, light and everywhere then you are in luck. The tree skiing is epic at the moment and although the piste skiing is a little on the grey side there is more sun coming towards the end of the week and next week should be brilliant.
Avoriaz Video Report : 6th January 2012
Great snow all week, yes it's now 2012
What a great week! 2012 has started well with some great snow on and off piste clear skies and the promise of more snow.
Avoriaz Video Report : 7th December 2011
The first snow in Morzine : A short edit from Wednesday 6th
A short film from Morzine just a few days before the lifts open. We have had snow falling since the weekend and the opening should be EPIC this Saturday. I'll let you know on Sunday how we got on.
Avoriaz Video Report : 8th February 2012
Perfect pistes before the holidays
In the week before the busy period of the season starts the pistes have been empty and in excellent condition. Over in La Tour we've had some great skiing and with more cold weather and clear skies on the way it looks like we have more on the horizon.
Avoriaz Video Report : 9th March 2012
With quiet slopes just a few days away the pistes are looking good and so is the weather
It's the last few days of the busy holiday period here in the Portes du Soleil. Soon we'll be back to quiet pistes, short lift lines and smooth runs. The forecast is for great weather over the next week, we have good snow coverage and plenty to look forward to. Roll on my favourite part of the season.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 10th Apr 2009
Warm Spring sunshine but still plenty of snow.
Happy Easter to you all from the Portese du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 13th Aug 2010
Trail Haut Forts this weekend
Although the forecast isn't looking too good this weekend the weather has been good for most of the week. The Trail Hauts Forts leaves from Morzine this Saturday and there should be plenty of people taking part.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 14th Mar 2008
Avoriaz
This week Kelsey reports from Avoriaz with the Mossettes lift in the background, which is a great way to access Les Crosets. There has been fresh snow this last week and with more forecasted for Sunday/Monday its looking like its going to be a fun week.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 15th Apr 2011
Winner of the 2011 Cavern 24/7 Video Competition - Well done Jeremy and Jack
Well done to Jeremy and Jack. Check you later!
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 15th Apr 2011
Goodbye from Jeremy and Jack - Farewell from Morzine Weather
The last report from the guys from Morzine Weather. Hopefully we'll see them again next year!
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 16th Jul 2010
Cooling down after The Tour
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 18th Dec 2009
First report on the hill, first backflip on a snowmobile
The temperatures have been very low but that has given us a good solid base for any new snow falls, like the one forecast this weekend.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 1st Apr 2011
Super Morzine bubble now closed. Morzine-Avoriaz? Access Denied
It's been a week of mixed weather here in Morzine and Avoriaz. Clear skies and sunshine have been punctuated with rain which has melted a lot of snow on the lower runs.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 20th Aug 2010
Nyon fun run this weekend
Although the lifts close next weekend there is still plenty going on in Morzine and Avoriaz. We've got the Nyon fun run this weekend and the Mont Blanc Rally in two weeks time.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 20th Mar 2009
Mont Cherie Park, Les Gets
The temperatures have dropped. Although the sun is still shining the lower temperatures have frozen what was becoming a very slushy snow pack so the pistes are looking like they might have been saved from the warm Spring sunshine.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 21st Aug 2009
Sunny evening on the Joux Plane
As August comes to the end the really hot weather comes out. It has been a "scorcher" this week and hopefully there is more to come.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 23rd Jul 2010
Rain for the World Cup Downhill and FISE
The weather has turned a little here in the Portes du Soleil and where last week we needed to cool off now it's staying dry that's the problem.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 24th Apr 2009
Last report of the winter
It has been a great season on and off the mountain in the Portes du Soleil with huge snowfalls and plenty of apres ski fun.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 27th Aug 2010
Cavern Cup Golf Competition
It's been a beautiful sunny week in the Portes du Soleil and although rain is forecast for Friday hopefully the weekend will be clear and warm.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 27th Mar 2009
To the trees...
The wind has picked up today in the Portes du Soleil but all the new snow has meant that I headed up the hill anyway.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 2nd Apr 2010
Welcome back winter!!
Although there are only a few weeks left of this winter season Spring has gone into hibernation and we have been blessed with cold temperatures and fresh new snow.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 30th Jul 2010
Quiet again after FISE and Champery Downhill
Some of the wet weather from the weekend continued through into this week and last night, we had VERY heavy storms.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 3rd Jun 2011
Summer's coming to the Portes du Soleil
Summer's coming and there's plenty to look forward to if you like tyres, chains and mud. Thanks to Riders Refuge and Reel Fun Media for the video.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 4th Apr 2008
Pleney slopes above Morzine
This week Kelsey reports from Le Viking restaurant, at the top of the Pleney gondola. The Skiing conditions are some of the best we've seen all season and the sun has finally come out after several days of snowfall.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 4th Feb 2011
The boys from Morzine Weather play in the man made snow
The boys from Morzine Weather keep us up to date with all the latest from the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 6th Aug 2010
Fireworks this weekend in Avoriaz and Lake Montriond
There's lot going on in Morzine and Avoriaz this week. With FMX, Circus and Trail running coming up you should'nt be stuck for ideas.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 7th Aug 2009
Chatel Downhill
It has been an astonishingly sunny week in the Portes du Soleil. Clear skies and hot days since Monday have made this a brilliant start to August.
Avoriaz Video Report : Fri 7th Jan 2011
Dogs. So many dogs. The Grande Odyssee comes to town this weekend
The biggest husky dog race in Europe makes it's way to the Portes du Soleil this week. If some snow would do the same we'd all be stoked.
Avoriaz Video Report : Mon 14th Feb 2011
Bring on the snow!! - flakes on the horizon
The boys from Morzine Weather keep us up to date with all the latest from the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report : Mon 24th Jan 2011
Firm and fast but good skiing in Les Gets - In answer to your question Gary..
Sorry this report is a little late, there have been some internet issues in Morznet Towers.
Avoriaz Video Report : Mon 7th Feb 2011
Eternally sunny in Portes du Soleil - Still sunny here
The sun is still bright and the skies clear. Nice but some snow would be nicer.
Avoriaz Video Report : Mon 7th Feb 2011
Sunny, sunny, sun, sun, sun. Snow? Anybody, anybody? No.
The boys from Morzine Weather keep us up to date with all the latest from the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report : Mon 8th Mar 2010
A great start to March
The drop in temperatures and mild snow fall at the end of last week has made the pistes in the Portes du Soleil much, much better.
Avoriaz Video Report : Sat 10th Jul 2010
My Tour de France
The Tour de France arrives in Morzine and Avoriaz this weekend and rather than just stand at the side of the road and cheer I thought I'd get involved a little bit more pro actively.
Avoriaz Video Report : Sat 11th Dec 2010
Rock on Snowboard tour opens season in Avoriaz
Torrential rain ruined most of the great snow that we had at the end of last week and we have only been saved from grass green slopes by the fact that last week there was so much snow.
Avoriaz Video Report : Sat 16th Jan 2010
New Park & New Snow
We have a mix of clear blue skies and low light this week. The mornings have been better than the afternoons but the snow is consistently great especially as the resort is so quiet.
Avoriaz Video Report : Sat 31st Jan 2009
Early on Saturday morning
The weather has been beautiful for the last couple of days and the pistes are in very good condition. Off piste there is still plenty of fresh from last weeks dump but you'll have to hike for it.
Avoriaz Video Report : Sat 5th Mar 2011
Busy but brilliant in Portes du Soleil - Better than you'd think
Although it's been busy the fresh snow and clear skies have made this one of the best weeks of the season.We're looking forward to the Peanut Butter and Rail Jam this Sunday and sunny weather for the next few days.
Avoriaz Video Report : Sun 13th Feb 2011
Snow on the horizon. Come on snow, you know you want to
Avoriaz Video Report : Sun 20th Feb 2011
Snow arrives in Portes du Soleil - It's arrived, It's ARRIVED!!
Finally the snow arrives in Morzine and Avoriaz.
Avoriaz Video Report : Sun 5th Dec 2010
Deep snow for the pre-season weekend
We had a pre-season opening this weekend when the lifts in Arare and Lindarets opened for Saturday and Sunday.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 10th Apr 2008
Avoriaz 1800m
This week Kelsey reports from the Avoriaz village up at 1800m. There has been some snow and rain lately, with a freezing level today of 2200m.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 10th Dec 2009
Freestyle Snowmobiling!!
Avoriaz opens her lifts completely this weekend and it promises to be an all singing all dancing start to the ski season proper. France's first ever freestyle snowmobile demonstration, the last stop of the Rock On tour and a ski festival all herald in the opening weekend.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 10th Feb 2011
A better day than expected in Avoriaz - Well that was a bit of a surprise
The snow was much better than expected today and with the sun shining it was a pretty good day.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 11th Feb 2010
Mixed weather and Valentines
Very mixed weather has been the story of the week. The snow however has been consistently good.The forecast is for low temperatures and clear skies which should let us enjoy the new snow.Any questions, comments or Valentines Day proclamations of love to james@skinets.com
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 11th Jun 2009
First report of the new summer
After a brief hiatus between the holiday seasons the weekly reports from the Portes du Soliel are coming to you each week throughout the summer.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 13th Aug 2009
Street Markets and Motocross
We still have great weather in the Portes du Soleil and the forecast indicates that there is more to come, with temperatures remaining in the mid twenties.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 13th Jan 2011
Fresh snow and husky dogs - Grande Odyssee coming soon
We've had a good dump of snow this week and the conditions on and off piste have improved greatly.The weather is going to stay clear and sunny but the freezing level is going to stay high so we'll probably have Spring time conditions for a few days.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 15th Apr 2010
Spring? You call this Spring?
We still have heaps of snow and when the sun has been out this week conditions have been great.The forecast is for clouds, low temperatures and more snow so at this rate we'll still be skiing when they reopen the lifts for "summer".
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 16th Apr 2009
Last snow fall of the season?
Rain in Morzine has kept me off the hill today but the meteo predicts that we are going to have six inches of snow today with light showers to follow.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 16th Jul 2009
Quiet on the Pleney
It has been a beautiful week so far in the Portes du Soleil and today to enjoy the sunshine I headed up the Pleney.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 17th Mar 2011
Slushy in Chapelle park - Sloppy kickers
The recent warm temperatures have turned the majority of slopes into slushy, muddy, messes! Never fear, as there is 12-20cms forecast tonight and tomorrow!
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 18th Feb 2010
More snow forecast after a busy week
The half term week is coming to and end and it has been a week of mixed weather and snow conditions. More snow this weekend should help top up the pistes which have taken a bit of a pounding this week as hundreds of tourists rode over them and temperatures rose.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 18th Jun 2009
Morzine Swimming Pool
In a search for a way to keep fit and cool in the summer sun I headed down to the swimming pool for this weeks report.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 18th Mar 2010
Warm weather has softened the pistes
Warm weather has made the pistes softer and it seems that spring has arrived. If you want to enjoy live music in the sun then check out the programme below >>
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 19th Feb 2009
New park and powder at Nyon
The sun has finally come out after a couple of days of heavy snowfall and conditions are excellent.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 1st Jan 2009
What a first day!
The New Year celebrations have left my head a little fuzzy but the mountains are the perfect cure to a late night.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 20th Mar 2008
Morzine-Avoriaz Backcountry
This week Kelsey reports from the Avoriaz backcountry, where she has been busy riding the fresh snow and building powder kickers. This last week has seen some new snow and there is more forecasted for the weekend to come.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 21st Jan 2010
Best week of the year so far
It has been a great week in the Portes du Soleil. We have had sunny weather and clear skies since the beginning of the week and fresh snow on Wednesday night, all of which has made for excellent skiing and snowboarding.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 23rd Jul 2009
Mixed weather and Mont Cheri
We have had it all this week; sunshine and lightning, clear skies and thunder but the forecast for the weekend is good and with a Strongman competitionin in Avoriaz and plenty of walking and cycling available you are sure to have a great week in the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 24th Apr 2008
Les Prodains
This week concludes the video snow reports from the Portes Du Soleil region. The end of season conditions are fantastic but all good things must come to an end. The last day of skiing is this Sunday, the 27th of April. See you next winter!
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 24th Feb 2011
Snow falling in Morzine - Heavy snow falling heavily
We had heavy snowfall today that came all the way down into the town itself. WINNER!
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 25th Dec 2008
Merry Christmas
The slopes are all open, and all good. Although the temperature has risen the snow is in good condition on piste.The off-piste is not as good as it was but....Santa's coming!!!Â
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 25th Feb 2010
More snow coming up high
It has been a real mixed bag on the hill over the last 7 days. Sunday and Monday's beautiful weather gave way to a rapid rise in temperatures and although up high we have has lots of fresh new snow in Morzine we have had lots of rain.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 27th Aug 2009
Lifts close this weekend but still plenty of warm weather ahead
The majority of the lifts and activities are closing down this weekend as the official summer season draws to a close but with warm weather forecast and the sun still shining it still feels like summer in the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 27th Jan 2011
No new snow yet but mUnTFiNgeR are playing - I love MUNTFINGER
The snow is still the same but my friends are coming to play so I'm still smiling.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 27th Mar 2008
Nyon
This week Kelsey reports from the Nyon Telepherique. It has been snowing almost non-stop for the last few days and as a result we have had plenty of powder skiing and snowboarding here in the Portes Du Soleil. With more forecasted for tonight, the weekend looks like its going to be a good time to visit.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 28th Feb 2008
Nyon Plateau
This week Kelsey reports from the top of the Nyon ski area, which neighbours Morzine. It is a lesser known part of the Portes Du Soleil and can be a great place to start the day.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 30th Jul 2009
Circus, Goats and Zip lines
The summer is in full swing and the weather this week has been perfect. The bike and hiking trails are in excellent condition due to all the dry weather and town has a good buzz to it.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 31st Dec 2009
Last report from 2009
Although the weather down in Morzine has been, frankly, rubbish it turns out the snow fall up high has been fantastic.There is plenty of the fresh, fluffy stuff around and although it is a little heavy in some areas it is light powder if you head over to Switzerland.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 3rd Dec 2009
Welcome back!!
Winter's back and so are the weekly video snow reports from the Portes du Soleil.Every week I'll be bringing you an update on the weather conditions, snow coverage, parties and events so that from the comfort of your home you can stay in touch with what's going on here.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 3rd Mar 2011
A little hard in Les Gets - Head up high
The boys from Morzine Weather reckon you're better off higher up. We agree.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 3rd Sep 2009
Goodbye from the summer in Morzine
It's all coming to a close here in the Portes du Soleil. The Pleney lift will close this Sunday as will the lifts in Les Gets.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 4th Feb 2010
A better week than forecast
We have had much better weather than we were expecting this week as we have been enjoying sunshine for most of the week and avoided the rain that we were forecast on Thursday.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 4th Mar 2010
Low light at the end of the French holidays
To be honest the weather this week hasn't been great, but things are looking up. The day ended with a shower of snow.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 5th Mar 2009
New snow after some warm temperatures
Snow has started to fall again after a week of warm temperatures, which will top up some already great conditions on the pistes. Although the light this week has been pretty poor the snow is still in excellent condition and when this storm finishes we are due some sunny weather.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 6th Mar 2008
Morgins, Switzerland
This week Kelsey reports from Morgins, a small Swiss resort in the Portes Du Soleil. This week has seen 15-20cm of fresh snow and with more forecasted for Sunday to Tuesday, excitement is rising in resort. Kelsey also lets us know about the ski and snowboard events coming up this season.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 7th Apr 2011
Sunbathing and BBQ's - Wet slush and summer pastimes
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 7th Jan 2010
The begining of a great year ???
What a start to the year!!We have had some of the best powder I have ever ridden since last weeks report. Soft, light and dry it was a pleasure to ride and brought in the new year in style.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 8th Apr 2010
Slushy pistes but the sun's on it's way
Although the weather today and yesterday has not been great the four days of the Easter weekend were some of the best we have had in over a month with great snow and clear skies.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 8th Jan 2009
Prodain
What a difference! The holidays are over and the slopes are back to normal. No ques, no crowding. The temperatures have dropped again but the skies are clear and the south facing sunny slopes are in good condition despite the cold temperatures.
Avoriaz Video Report : Thu 9th Jul 2009
FISE and Harleys coming to town
We've had some unseasonably wet weather early on in the week but that appears to be behind us and the weekend ahead should be bright and clear, and what a weekend it looks set to be.
Avoriaz Video Report : Tue 1st Mar 2011
Powder Days in Portes du Soleil - WHOOO HOOO POWDER
The boys from Morzine Weather have been enjoying all the fresh new snow that fell at the end of last week. There is pretty good cover all over the mountain at the moment. Although the pistes are well covered they can get choppy in the afternoon.
Avoriaz Video Report : Tue 1st Mar 2011
Powder kickers and clouds in Portes du Soleil - Get upside down whilst the landing is soft
Another video report from Morzine Weather
Avoriaz Video Report : Tue 21st Jun 2011
MTB Trail Building Super Morzine - Prep work for the summer on Super-M
Thanks to BikeHireMorzine.com for this one, wellies and spades at the ready for some creative trail making.If you are out for the Pass'Portes du Soleil then be sure to get your gear reserved from one of the sports shops in town.
Avoriaz Video Report : Tue 24th May 2011
Andy Nudds shreds Avoriaz park on the last few days of the season 2010/11
Westbeach Airtime episode 5 shows Andy Nudds shred the Avoriaz park during the last few days of the season. Thanks to Treeline Chalets for this one!
Avoriaz Video Report : Tue 30th Jun 2009
**Bonus Report** Pass Portes du Soleil
Although not much of a cyclist I decided that living in the Portes du Soleil it was my civic duty to investigate why so many people come to Morzine and Avoriaz each summer with their bikes.
Avoriaz Video Report : Tue 5th Jul 2011
Highlights of the 2011 Chatel Mountain Style
As promised here's the highlights from last weekend's Chatel Mountain Style competition.
Avoriaz Video Report : Wed 11th Mar 2009
Will the skies clear in time? Oh yes!
The forecast for today was for clouds in the morning and clear skies in the afternoon and the clever people at the meteo got it spot on.
Avoriaz Video Report : Wed 13th Apr 2011
Avoriaz gets smaller - Pistes are closing fast
The temperatures have dropped but unfortunatly so has the number of open pistes. Avoriaz will stay open until the end of the season as planned but there will only be a few runs that will see out the last day.
Avoriaz Video Report : Wed 16th Feb 2011
New snow and happy faces. Snow makes us all smile
Morzine Weather brings us the latest from the slopes. Check ya later.
Avoriaz Video Report : Wed 1st Apr 2009
Sun-cream and Wax
It's warm in the Portes du Soleil at the moment and without the protection of sun cream and the aid of wax most people will find themselves a little pink and not moving that fast.
Avoriaz Video Report : Wed 1st Jun 2011
Les Gets bike park opening weekend - It starts!
The Picturide crew take us on a tour of Les gets bike park.
Avoriaz Video Report : Wed 23rd Feb 2011
Powdery Portes du Soleil - Finally some fresh in the PDS
It's finally here and although it claimed a camera Jeremy is still very happy with all the new snow.
Avoriaz Video Report : Wed 23rd Mar 2011
Great snow up high in Avoriaz - All good at the top
We have had great weather all week here in the Portes du Soleil and even though the lower runs down to Prodain and Morzine are getting quite slushy the high, north-faceing runs in Arare and Fornet are still great.
Avoriaz Video Report : Wed 24th Mar 2010
More snow after lots of slush
The sun has been shining for most of the week and the temperatures are so warm I have been riding in just a shirt.
Avoriaz Video Report : Wed 2nd Feb 2011
Les Gets report from Morzine Weather - Over the other way, in Les Gets
The boys from Morzine Weather keep us up to date with all the latest from the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report :Fri 28th Jan 2011
A tour around the resort - Jeremy does all he can
Jeremy sets off to cover as much ground as he can.
Avoriaz Video Report :Sun 30th Jan 2011
The Airbag - Freestyle made easy
The boys from Morzine Weather keep us up to date with all the latest from the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report :Wed 2nd Feb 2011
Apres ski from Morzine Weather - Beats at Le Tremplin
There's a apres ski spot these days. At the foot of the Pleney every Thursday there's live music and a welcome party atmosphere in Morzine.
Avoriaz Video Report: 10th April 2013
Sun and powder in mid April
We have had it all, not just this week but in one day. Sunshine, snowfall, rain and sunshine again. The result is the deepest snowpack of the season up high and slushy condition but complete cover at the bottom of the Pleney.
Avoriaz Video Report: 10th December 2013
BASS Give us the lowdown on conditions in Morzine & Avoriaz
BASS Morzine give us the lowdown on skiing conditions in Avoriaz before the lifts open in Morzine on the 21st.
Avoriaz Video Report: 10th February 2011
A Day in the Portes du Soleil - No time to stop, gotta ski
The boys from Morzine Weatherride from sunrise to sunset looking for the best snow in the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report: 10th June 2013
Chamonix Climbing Festival, Harleydays & Megavalanche
Our weekly video reports bring you the best from the Alps, whether it's cimbing in Chamonix, Glacier skiing in 2 Alpes or Mountain biking in the Portes du Soleil. Find the best events in the Alps each week here on SeeAvoriaz.com.
Avoriaz Video Report: 11th March 2011
Stash Gathering 2011 Teaser
The Stash Gathering returns this April, in the meantime thanks to ReelFun Media for this teaser.
Avoriaz Video Report: 13th April 2011
Spring riding with Billy Morgan from Avoriaz
If you got snowballed through your 8th floor window in Avoriaz then watch this and you will know who did it. But you'll forgive Billy Morgan as he's such a talented young chap!
Avoriaz Video Report: 13th March 2013
Bad weather lately but new snow on the way
The weather has been a bit miserable of late. We have had rain and foehn winds followed by cloudy skies and dropping temperatures.
Avoriaz Video Report: 15th January 2009
The Stash Snowboard park in Avoriaz
This weeks report comes from the stash which was put in place between the trees in Avoriaz by Burton snowboards last year. It's been beautiful day in Avoriaz and Morzine. Clear skies and cold temperatures have made foe a great day on the hill.We've got snow forecast and it should make for a great wekk here in the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Report: 15th October 2009
Between summer and winter 2009
Temperatures have been dropping sharply over the last few weeks and we are now getting close to a winter climate here in the Alps.
Avoriaz Video Report: 17th April 2008
Avoriaz Ski and Snowboard Park
Kelsey is a snowboarder filming for Nothing By No One Productions
Avoriaz Video Report: 19th December 2008
The 2008/09 winter season begins!
We had quite a heavy snowfall yesterday and although the forecast was for more snow today the skies did their best to clear. On the hill the early winter’s snowfall is evident and all the pistes are in excellent condition and much of the off piste areas are still untouched with lashings of the soft stuff.
Avoriaz Video Report: 1st March 2012
Crosets bowl Switzerland - One of the best parks in the Portes du soleil
The sun continues to shine on the Portes du Soleil and as a result some of the slopes are suffering, becoming quite slushy and chopped up. I actually quite like spring slopes, I'm just not ready for them yet. Luckily the temperatures are set to drop and the forecast is for a little more snow over the weekend.
Avoriaz Video Report: 1st March 2013
Sunshine and Stash Gathering
The weather all week has been sunny and getting warmer. The pistes are now softening nicely and the snow in some places feels like it is freshly dropped.
Avoriaz Video Report: 20th February 2013
Snow that squeaks like a frightened squirrel
We have had beautiful weather and perfect ski conditions for the last four days. Clear skies and creaky, grippy pistes have greeted the holiday crowds and even though it has been one of the most popular weeks of the year I have not encountered any queues that gave me too much cause for concern.
Avoriaz Video Report: 20th March 2013
March snowfalls!!
We have had far more snow this week than was forecast and after a dry February it is ver welcome. As I type this the sun has made a return but as you can see from the video it was dumping it down this morning.
Avoriaz Video Report: 21st January 2009
Powder day in Nyon
Although Monday saw the Portes du Soleil covered in rain clouds, Tuesday heralded in lower temperatures and when I awoke this morning the skies had cleared and there was a foot of fresh just waiting to be tracked.
Avoriaz Video Report: 22nd April 2011
The end of the season 2010/11 in Avoriaz
This is the last video report of the season as Avoriaz closes this weekend. Thanks for watching.
Avoriaz Video Report: 22nd October 2009
Metro Ski and Snowboard Show 2009
London's Metro Ski and Snowboard Show marks the start of the winter season and this year's extravaganza is no exception. You'll see the familiar faces of winters past and can make the most of the experts on hand to advise you on anything snow-related: from which chalet to choose; kids facilities in various resorts and of course... where to get the best snow!
Avoriaz Video Report: 26th June 2009
Tennis in the summer sun
The mountain bike festival is back again and the 35, 45 and 75km rides will be up and running all weekend and from now on the lifts will be open daily.
Avoriaz Video Report: 26th October 2009
Rock on Snowboard Tour 2010
The winter season had it's first public on-snow event this weekend.
Avoriaz Video Report: 27th March 2013
Sunshine, Peanut Butter and Jam
Today was the first sunny day in a week but it was a real beauty. We have had scattered snow flurries and cloudy weather for the last week but this has meant that the snow has stayed deep even at the bottom of the Pleney. The snow is softer now, as you would expect for this time of year but there is still plenty of it.
Avoriaz Video Report: 29th April 2010
The end of winter 2009/10 - Last report and a look back at the season that was... - Mon 26th April 2010
The lifts at the Grand Montets close next Sunday and with that the 2009/2010 winter season comes to a close here in Chamonix and we'll see out the end of the skiing in style with the Freeride Days at the Grand Montets.
Avoriaz Video Report: 2nd February 2011
Jenny Jones talks about X-Games 15 in Tignes
Jenny talks about her silver medal at X-Games 15 in Aspen.
Avoriaz Video Report: 30th January 2009
That was January...What's happening in February?
January 2009 has been a great month in the Alps. We've had skiing and snowboarding competitions in the shape of the Tignes Airwaves and a number of slightly more unusual events too.
Avoriaz Video Report: 3rd April 2013
Still so much snow, now if we could just get some sunshine
Spring began with fresh snow and clear skies. After a dump of snow that came down to Morzine town on the 31st we had two days of sunshine.
Avoriaz Video Report: 3rd February 2011
Lucky we have such good parks
The snow is at it's best in the parks here in the Portes du Soleil and with three in Avoriaz alone we'll be ok.
Avoriaz Video Report: 3rd June 2010
The summer is almost here
Although the official opening of the summer season isn't for a few weeks yet the temperatures are warming up here and there are already people out on their bikes.This weekend the Morzine/ Les Gets area opens up. The Pleney and Chavannes lifts will be up and running so for downhill enthusiasts who just can't wait for the full area to open this weekend will be very welcome. The big opening of the mountain bike trails is on the 26 & 27th of June when the Pass Portes du Soleil kicks off the season properly. We're also looking forward to the Tour de France and World Cup downhill in July. Summer is warming up nicely!
Avoriaz Video Report: 3rd March 2011
Best trick ever?!?! - Brits training abroad learn some new skills
Brit skier James Webb landing a front flip into his skis. Thanks to Tim Ackroyd for the video.
Avoriaz Video Report: 3rd November 2008
London Ski Show and 2 Alpes Glacier opening
Winter is coming. There is no denying it. Temperatures have dropped, days have become shorter and Christmas decorations are ALREADY in the supermarkets!
Avoriaz Video Report: 5th February 2009
Hanging out in the Avoriaz pipe
Just chilling with Olympic halfpipe rider and all round nice guy Gary Zebrowski...no big deal.
Avoriaz Video Report: 5th January 2011
Putting on Snow Chains
how to fit snow chains
Avoriaz Video Report: 8th January 2011
Second Burton AM competition in Chappelle Park Avoriaz
The second video from the Chapelle Park is live!
Avoriaz Video Report: 9th May 2008
The Avoriaz Stash
And here it is - the very first European Stash.Winding it's way through the Lindarets forest the Avoriaz Stash has wall rides, raindow rails, trunk obstacles, kickers and rails and all of it built from wood, there is no maetal in The Stash.
Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 3rd December 2015
Partial opening of ski lifts in Avoriaz tomorrow
Conditions are looking good for the start of this ski season.Â
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Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 6th December 2015
Great conditions & lots of happy faces this weekend!
The lifts opened in Avoriaz this weekend and people were rushing up to enjoy the good conditions.Â
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Avoriaz Video: 13th February 2014
Avoriaz Alpine Ski School Tuesday Top Tip
Thanks to Avoriaz Alpine Ski School for another great Tuesday Top Tip.
Avoriaz Video: 14th January 2014
Skiing Powder with Avoriaz Alpine Ski School
Thanks to our friends at Avoriaz Alpine Ski School for this little beauty. These guys always seem to find powder and when it snowed at the beginning of the week they found it in the trees.
Avoriaz Video: 17th January 2014
An Avoriaz Edit from 2013/14
Thanks to Richie Logan for this edit from last season and last week in Avoriaz.
Avoriaz Video: 17th March 2014
Our Favourite Cavern 24/7 Video: Wulfgang
Another year, another hilarious and well shot video from Will Nangle.
Avoriaz Video: 20th February 2014
Rad Snowpark Edit from Gnarwhal Media
Good work from Gnarwhal Media on this energetic edit from the Avoriaz Chapelle Park and Stash.
Avoriaz Video: 20th January 2014
The Winners of the Snow Camp 2014 Alpine Challenge
The Snow Camp Alpine Challenge took place last weekend and here's a wee edit from the winners; Team Morzine Source Magazine.
Avoriaz Video: 20th January 2014
Tuesday Top Tip from Avoriaz Alpine Ski School
Thanks to Avoriaz Alpine Ski School for their video guide on how to make the most of flat light and clouds.
Avoriaz Video: 20th March 2014
Step Up Kicker in Avoriaz
Local riders Reno and Adrian hit the step up on the side of the Charniaz in Avoriaz.
Avoriaz Video: 21st October 2015
A Teaser for the new FIS Alpine Ski Racing Season
It won't be long until we can start watching some of our favourite ski racers and national champions hurtling down the mountain again. Forget Ski Sunday, here's where you can come and watch some of the action live in resort:
Avoriaz Video: 22nd February 2014
Splitboarding with More Mountain & The Woods
Thanks to Sam at More Mountain for this video of his first attempt at splitboarding.
Avoriaz Video: 25th February 2014
Hiking the Haut Forts with Avoriaz Alpine Ski School
Avoriaz Alpine Ski School took advantage of the perfect off piste conditions last weekend and headed off up the Haut Forts in Avoriaz.
Avoriaz Video: 27th March 2014
Treeline Chalets have a good day in the sun
Thanks to Duncan and Amy from Treeline Chalets for sharing their day out on the hill at the weekend.
Avoriaz Video: 27th October 2015
Overheard in French Ski Resorts
The viral video that everyone's talking about.. "You've got to schuss this bit Margaret; you've got to schuss it!"
Avoriaz Video: 2nd January 2014
Skiing Bumps with Avoriaz Alpine Ski School
Thanks to Avoriaz Alpine Ski School for this video on how to ski moguls.
Avoriaz Video: 31st January 2014
Top Tips From Avoriaz Alpine Ski School
Thanks to Avoriaz Alpine Ski School for another top tip. This week a freestyle how; 180's.
Avoriaz Video: 5th February 2014
Top Tip From Avoriaz Alpine Ski School
Thanks to our friends at Avoriaz Alpine Ski School for this Top Tip.
Avoriaz Video: 6th October 2015
Evergreen Endurance 2015
Take a look at some of the highlights of one of the toughest triahlons around.
Avoriaz Video: 7th March 2014
Lewis Sonvico Gets Super Rad in Avoriaz
Super Rad Snowboard instructor, BASI trainer and all-round lovely guy Lewis Sonvico has been travelling around this winter but spent a lot of time in Morzine.
Avoriaz Video: 8th April 2014
Highlights from the Stash Gathering 2014
If you're starting to think about the end of the season and what a great time you've had in Avoriaz, here's a little reminder of the good times at the Stash Gathering last month..
Avoriaz Video: 8th January
Top Tip Tuesday from Avoriaz Alpine Ski School
Thanks again to Avoriaz Alpine Ski School for another Tuesday Top Tip. This week; The Sideslip.
Avoriaz Video: 9th September 2014
The trhills and spills from this year's Rallye Mont Blanc
Take a look at some of the action from this years Mont Blanc Rally.. the 66th edition! It's always amazing to watch, and this years event was no exception.. enjoy!
2011 London Ski Show
What to look out for this year at the Ski Show
Winter starts this weekend in London with the annual Ski and Snowboard Show. This year the show is back in its old venue of Earl's Court and, as usual, there is plenty to do. To help you make the most of the show we went ahead and came up with a list of our top five attractions for this year.
A fresh dusting of snow in Avoriaz
Sunny start to the New Year & a promising January ahead
The slopes should quieten down this week, with the end of the New Year holidays and we can look forward to some cold conditions and hopefully some January snow.
A good dump of snow has really improved the pistes in Avoriaz
Lots more of the Portes du Soleil ski are has opened
There's plenty of soft snow to ski on the pistes this week after fresh snow fall at the weekend.Â
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A Holiday Video Edit From Avoriaz
Video of the week..
This week's video of the week if from the PDS Ski Academy and their time with the Top Gun Group.. looks like they were having a great time! Enjoy :-)
A very snowy weekend in Avoriaz
Low visibility but plenty of snow
Head to the trees in Avoriaz and the Stash when the light gets flat and visibility is low.
A warm, sunny week ahead in Avoriaz
Good conditions mid morning on the pistes
The best time to get out skiing this week is between around 10:00 - 12:00 when the pistes are starting to soften up.
Another 35cm of fresh snow this weekend in Avoriaz
Icy mornings & slushy afternoons on the pistes
Fresh snow and cold temperatures have meant the pistes have has a good top up this weekend.
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Another sunny week with a small top up of snow this week
Spring is here and snow depths are still really good in Avoriaz
The weather has been great this week, and looks like it's set to continue for most of this week.
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Avalanche Awareness Video: Stay Safe in The Alps This Winter
Avalanche Awareness & Safety with Thibaud Duchosal
Thibaud Duchosal has created this educational video with in partnership with the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Community Life, ANENA association and Les Arcs.
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Avalanche Risk high across the Alps
More snow + high winds = higher risk
We've had lots of snow across the alps in the last week, which is great news for anyone heading to Avoriaz between now and the end of the season.
Avoriaz Alpine Ski School Has Some Tips For The Backcountry
Introduction to off-piste and backcountry skiing - Tips from Avoriaz Alpine Ski School
Instructor Mark (from Avoriaz Alpine Ski School) giving a few tips on off-piste skiing, variable terrain and steep slopes whilst skiing couloirs near the Swiss Wall on the French Swiss border in Les Portes Du Soleil.
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Avoriaz AM Pipe Contest: 24th March 2013
Not the best weather for the 2013 AM Pipe comp
Thanks to Stew Monk From Reelfun Media for this edit of the 2013 Avoriaz Snowzone AM Pipe comp.
Avoriaz Hike & Mini Shred: 23rd November 2013
Treeline Chalets hike up into Avoriaz to find some snow
Thanks to Duncan from Treeline Chalets for this edit of a Saturday mini shred in Avoriaz. Looks like there's already plenty of snow.
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Avoriaz Holiday Video With P.O.V Snowball Fight
Take a look at our favourite visitor video for this week..
If you want to share your videos or photos with us of your time in Avoriaz get social - here's how!
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Avoriaz Snow Report: 15th February 2016
Lots more fresh snow on the forecast this week!
It's been a mixed bag of weather this week, with plenty more snow up in Avoriaz. High winds have hampered lots of lifts opening.
Avoriaz Snow Report: 1st February 2016
It was snowing high up in Avoriaz yesterday
Spring conditions this week in Avoriaz, with icy conditions first thing.
Avoriaz Snow Report: 22nd Februrary 2016
More snow on the forecast this week with patchy cloud
It's been a mixed week here in Avoriaz with a mixed week ahead on this weeks forecast too.
Avoriaz Snow Report: 4th January 2016
Conditions across the Portes du Soleil have been vastly improved after the recent snow storms and the snow hasn't finished falling yet this week!
Avoriaz Video Report : 10th January 2013
Great days ahead with empty pistes and new snow
The snow has returned and it is set to make great pistes excellent and resurrect the off piste, and as there is almost no one here due to low season the great snow is going to stay great - hopefully.
Avoriaz Video Report : 16th December 2012
Good snow but not much to see in Avoriaz
The season officially opened this weekend and although the weather this week has been pretty unkind throwing lots of rain on our lower slopes up in Avoriaz there was still some really good snow.
Avoriaz Video Report : 19th December 2012
One of the best days ever in Avoriaz
To quote Ice Cube; "Today was a good day." Maybe one of the best I have had in the last four years. Epic powder, empty slopes and clear blue skies. Hopefully there will be more days ahead like this one but the forecast doesn't look great at the moment . Luckily the bad weather is only due to last a day or two and then the sun is set to return.
Avoriaz Video Report : 2nd January 2013
Perfect snow for the busiest week of the year
It's been a great start to the New Year in the Portes du Soleil with 20cm of fresh snow falling last night. The conditions both on and off piste are excellent and although it's pretty busy up on the hill there are a few quiet spots if you head away from crowds.
Avoriaz Video Report : 9th December 2012
A week before the opening and we get a sneak peak at some epic powder
Avoriaz doesn't officially open for another week but we got a sneak preview of what's ahead and the winter is shaping up nicely. In fact it's gonna be rad! We have so much snow and when all the lifts open on the 16th we can enjoy even more of it.
Avoriaz Video Report: 18th December 2013
Fuel Fandango perform Fragile on a balcony in Avoriaz
Found this little unplugged performance by Spanish band Fuel Fandango from last weekend in Avoriaz.
Avoriaz Video Report: 23rd January 2013
A great week and it's only Wednesday
We have a contender for best week of the season. Not an easy title to claim as we have already had some amazing conditions and great days and it's only January 23rd. If you want to enjoy more great snow and events like night skiing and the torch lit descents then just come to the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 10th December 2015
Avoriaz ski area opens tomorrow & there's lots of events going on..
Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 12th January 2016
A windy, wild week in Avoriaz
This week has been pretty wet in Morzine & conditions up here in Avoriaz have been testing to say the least with high winds closing many of the lifts yesterday.
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Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 16th December 2015
Conditions up in Avoriaz are good & the pistes are in great condition
The slopes are getting busier as we head towards Christmas. Most of the lifts and pistes in Avoriaz are open - take a look at live lift status. Pistes are very well groomed & the Chapelle snow park is open for business
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Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 17th January 2016
A windy week last week followed by lots more snow
Conditions across the whole Portes du Soleil ski area are fantastic after all this fresh snow.
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Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 23rd December 2015
No fresh snow this week
Conditions in the morning are a touch icy but this softens up later in the afternoon. The pisteurs are doing a great job keeping the pistes in condition although a few rocks are poking out here and there.
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Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 26th January 2016
A fantastic week in Avoriaz
The pistes in Avoriaz are in great condition this week, with more sunshine on the forecast for the week ahead.
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Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 30th December 2015
Finally, more snow is due this weekend
Conditions this week haven't changed that much but there is heaps of snow coming our way this weekend!
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Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 8th December 2013
Avoriaz Alpine Ski School Enjoy the Early Lift Openings in Avoriaz
Meet the latest addition to the Avoriaz Alpine Ski School and check out the mini-park built for the early openings in Avoriaz.
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Avoriaz Video Snow Report: 9th February 2016
A mixed bag of weather last week but more snow is on the way!
Conditions are much improved after snow fell a day ago and the good news is there's more on the forecast this week!
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Avoriaz Video: 10th December 2014
Check out this little ripper.. 4 years old and looking good on a snowboard!
OK - We know this is from last December, but it's just too cute / good not to share! Thanks to IHYPER on youtube for sharing!
Avoriaz Video: 15th December 2015
Dents du Midi NW Couloir
George Treble & Mark Mckellar (Avoriaz Alpine Ski School), Aaron Mclean and Amy Marwick ski the Dents du Midi's NW Couloir - Col de la Dent Jaune. December 8th 2015.
Avoriaz Video: 15th October 2014
A great round up of everything Avoriaz has to offer in winter
If you're still deciding on where to go on this years ski holiday, then this little video just about sums everything up that Avoriaz has to offer - great for families, amazing off piste, parties, freestyle and tonnes of terrain to cover.. take a look & we'll see you here this winter! :-)
Avoriaz Video: 16th September 2014
New Ice bar and overnight Igloo stays coming to Avoriaz this winter
Ooh look at this, new to Avoriaz this winter.. Village Igloo will have an ice cave with ice sculptures, room where you can stay over night, an ice bar, places to sit and eat and it can hold up to 200 people. You can hire it for events, parties and other functions and it can hold up to 200 people! Very cool......
Avoriaz Video: 22nd October 2014
Another winter...another rock the Pistes Concert in Avoriaz
Want to experience everything Avoriaz has to offer?
Avoriaz Video: 23rd January 2013
French Fresh Meat in Avoriaz
Method TV put together this edit of French riders and locals from Avoriaz hitting up the Chapelle Park, Stash and Powder.
Avoriaz Video: 26th November 2014
Face shots all round over the last week in Avoriaz!
Take a look at this powder edit from a few days riding pow in Avoriaz with ReelFunMedia.. Lifts open in a little over 2 weeks time.. bring it on!!!!!!
Avoriaz Video: 30th December 2013
Plenty of Sunshine in Avoriaz
We found this edit from last week in Avoriaz. This video covers the 21st-28th of December in Avoriaz.Â
Avoriaz Video: 31st December 2014
Highlights of this years Rock on Snowboard Tour
If you missed it this year, Shaun White (yes the Shaun White) was playing at the Rock on Snowboard Tour.. take a look
Avoriaz Video: 7th January 2015
Conditions on the slopes in Avoriaz this week
Wondering what the conditions are looking like up in Avoriaz this week? Take a look at this..
Blue skies & plenty of good snow
More snow on the horizon too..
Unusually spring like conditions have meant a bit of a warm week here in Morzine, but the snow is holding up and there's even some more expected on this week's forecast.Â
Boards & Beers & Buds Riding Hard in Avoriaz
Video of the week from reelfunmedia - Boards & Beers & Buds
This was filmed over a couple of years by Stewart Monk at reelfunmedia & his mates. Definitely worthy of video of the week! Enjoy..
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Burton Stash Gathering 2014
Highlights of the Stash gathering
There's always something going on in the Stash.. think you could take on some of these features?!?
Chamonix Crew Ride Avoriaz
Making the most of the snow & features in the Stash & town
This edit from the Chamonix based Chivprod crew was filmed last year in Chamonix and Avoriaz.
Chapelle Jam 2014
Highlights from the 2014 competition in the snowpark
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Current Snow Conditions in Avoriaz
Conditions in Avoriaz & the Portes du Soleil
Take a look a this edit from Adam Gouha, from last week in Avoriaz.. conditions are still looking good :-)
Drone Footage Makes This Avoriaz Holiday Video Pretty impressive
Our favourite Avoriaz video for this week
A bit of drone action in this weeks video pick of the week.. and super crystal clear quality.. enjoy!
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End of season fun in the sun in Avoriaz
Goodbye for another winter.. see you in June!
Another season has come to an end in Avoriaz.. the end of season parties went off with a bang and we're all off for a well-earned rest.
Epic powder in the Portes du Soleil
It's safe to say it snowed a lot this week..
Powder face shots anyone? It's been so snowy in the last few days the pistes have felt like off piste in places.
Final Report of the 2010 Summer
The last weekend of the summer was beautiful.The sun shone, the skies were clear and the birds were probably singing in the trees but all you could hear was rally cars.
Fresh snow & low clouds in Avoriaz
10-20cm snow but flat light conditions today
George has some good advice on where to ski when the visibility is poor. The good news is that these clouds are bringing fresh snow!
Good conditions on piste in Avoriaz this week
30-40cm snow base with plenty of pistes open
Conditions on piste in Avoriaz remain good, thanks to cold weather we've been having in the last few weeks.
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Great skiing in Mossettes, Fornet & Grand Coombe
Lots more snow on the way this week
It's been another varied week for weather with rain in Morzine but thankfully more snow in Avoriaz.
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Happy New Year from the Portes du Soleil
Bonne Anne
Although it's busy here the pistes are holding up quite well and the mild temperatures and sunny days are making time on the hill very comfortable.
How to put on snow chains & Driving in the Alps
Some useful tips if you're bringing your own car here in winter
Husky Rides in Avoriaz
Take a team of huskies for a ride near Avoriaz
Fancy doing something a little different this winter?
La Chapelle Snowpark
Kickers, boxes, rails & jumps
Snowpark de la Chappelle is located under the top of the Express Proclou and Lindarets Express lifts.
Literally swimming in snow in Avoriaz over the weekend
A bluebird powder day on Sunday
Most of the Portes du Soleil ski area is now open thanks to all the snow that's been falling in Avoriaz over the last week.Â
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London Freeze 2011 Video Report : 5th November 2011
A chat with James 'Woodsy' Woods - Britain's top freeskier
At the 2011 London Freeze at Battersea Power Station we spoke to Britain's top freeskier James Woods about the event, X-Games and the 2014 Olympics in Sochi Russia.
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Monday Morning in Avoriaz: 11th November 2013
Fresh snow, clear skies & Friends in Avoriaz
Thanks to Neil Sharp at Sharpography for this edit from Monday 11th November in Avoriaz.
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Morzine Mountain Bike News: 20th June 2013
We visit Les Gets to see what's new in the Bike Park this summer
We take a video tour of Les Gets to see the new Video Park, Pump Track and track in Nauchets as well as bring you news on the Pleney this summer.
Morzine Video Report : 16th January 2013
Great conditions for heading off-piste
We have had a near perfect day here in Morzine and Avoriaz. A unexpected snowfall last night and VERY, VERY cold temperatures have given us great conditions both on and off piste.
Morzine Video Report : 31st January 2013
Night skiing and powder to come
The pistes are rock hard at the moment because we have had quite a lot of rain and it has frozen on the pistes.
Morzine Video: 9th May 2014
A little something to get you in the mood for biking season
Check out this nice little edit from Agustin Pichl hitting up the Mountain Bike trails in and around Morzine.. Wah... why are the lifts not open yet?!?! Oh well not long to go, so we're just going to keep watching bike porn in the meantime ;-P
Mountain Bike Guide to Chatellane, Chatel
Blasting Le Chatellane with Sharpie from Morzine Mountainbike Mechanics
For the first of our Mountainbike trail guides we teamed up with Morzine Mountainbike Mechanics to bring you this look at the blue run Chatellane over in Chatel.
Mountain Bike Guide to L'Encape, Morzine & Les Gets
A look at L'Encape in Les Gets with Joel Gebbie
L'Encape is a short run in the Les Gets Bike Park. It's made up of three distinct sections and has a couple of managable jumps and some flowing corners.
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Mountain Bike Guide to the Jump Park
We follow Joel Gebbie down the Les Gets Jump Park
The Jump Park is a popular destination in Les Gets.
Mountain Bike Video of the Pleney Downhill, Morzine & Les Gets
Riding the Pleney Downhill with beginner rider Karl Christ
There are three official, marked runs from the top of the Pleney.
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New Features in the Avoriaz Stash
Looks like Shreddie has been busy over the summer months in the Avoriaz Stash
The shapers have been busy this summer making new modules in The Stash in Avoriaz.
New Promotional Video for Avoriaz
The new Avoriaz Winter Video 2014
The new official video for Avoriaz has been released showing the best the resort has to offer this winter.
Packed powder in Avoriaz with 240cm on upper slopes
An amazing week for snow this week
The snow just kept coming this week, with persistent snow but high winds on occasion too causing some of the lifts to close.Â
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Paragliding in Avoriaz February 2016
Flying over the snowy treetops in a tandem parapente
Rachel took to the skies this week to see what it's like to paraglide over Morzine.. and it looks like great fun!
Pass'Portes du Soleil Teaser 2015
A quick look at all the things you can experience this year in Morzine
Not long to go now until the Pass'portes du Soleil, which this year is based in Morzine.
Plenty of new snow for the opening of Morzine
All looking good
The sun has been shining and the skies have been clear and there has been a little bit of new snow, so it's been pretty good in the Portes du Soleil but it's going to get better.
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Portes du Soleil Tour to Cookie Cafe
A challenge to get around the Portes du Soleil & up to the Cookie Cafe
This year, Cookie Cafe at the top of Mosettes lift in the Portes du Soleil have set up a challenge for you, our readers to try.
Powder days, face shots & big winter storms in Avoriaz
Winter returned with a vengeance this week
Avoriaz had in the region of 40cm snow with some high winds blowing all the snow around and closing some lifts.
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Rag'n'Bone Man at Rock The Pistes 2017
Huge crowds turned out in Avoriaz
Singer songwriter Rory Graham, better known as Rag'n'Bone Man played live in a gig at Rock the Pistes in Avoriaz yesterday.
Readers Rides: 22nd April 2013
Our Winter, Morzine/Avoriaz 2013
A few of my favourite days from one of the best winters in recent memory.
Readers' Rides: 3rd April 2013
Rohan ruling Avoriaz this winter
Thanks to Rohan Anderson for this video, it's a bloody good vid of a bloody good winter here in Morzine and Avoriaz.
Readers' Rides: 9th April 2013
Into the White by Robbie Logan
Our Featured Video this week comes courtesy of Robbie Logan, thanks to him and his friends for this edit of their holiday in Morzine this Christmas. There was so much snow back then and this video acts as a great reminder just how good the early part of this season was.
Shreddie Feature Jam Video
Many were cold, but few were frozen
The second Shreddie Feature Jam took place on Wednesday 6th February in snowy conditions. Riders took to three modules in the Burton Stash in Avoriaz in a jam session format. All the tricks were filmed by Stew Monk from Reelfun Media and the video is now live.
Shreddie Jam 2014
Highlights of the 2014 competition in the Stash
Avoriaz Snowzone host feature jams every year in the Stash. Take a look at the winning tricks from last years event.
Shredits King of the Mountain 2016
A mental ski / snowboard race down the mountain
Starting a new tradition, Shredits Smartphone App held a chaotic race to determine who would be crowned this years King Of The Mountain, a prestigious title awarded to the winning individual.
Ski Fitness Video Guide
Pre-season ski training
Every year, when the lifts open, I rush excitedly to the top of the hill, strap into my board and set off for the first run of the new season. The cold, clear air in my nose and the sun on my cheeks I can't keep the smile off my face as the fresh snow creaks under my board. The whole day lies ahead from first lifts to last call. Or it would if I wasn't sweating, panting and massaging the cramp out of my calves at the end of the first run.
Ski Tests - Women's All Mountain Skis
2017 Ski Tests with the Ski Club
Lynn Sharp Mill is a ski instructor based in Val d'Isere.
Ski Tests - Women's Freeride Skis
2017 Ski Tests with the Ski Club
Lynn Sharp Mill is a ski instructor based in Val d'Isere.
Snow storms are expected over the weekend in Avoriaz
And even more snow on next week's forecast
As February draws to a close it looks like we're going to be getting more snow, finally!
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Snowmobiling in Avoriaz
Take a skidoo or snowmobile trip around the woods of Avoriaz
Going on an evening skidoo ride is one of the most popular things to do on a trip to Avoriaz.Â
Some great conditions over the weekend on the higher slopes
Lower slopes are lacking snow as we head towards the end of the season
Conditions up high are still OK but lots of the lower slopes are starting to get un-skiable and parts fo the Portes du Soleil are starting to close.
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Some of the best skiing conditions of the season so far
Sunny spells and great visibility
It's been a great week for everyone this week with great conditions on the mountain.
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Spring Slush in Avoriaz
Spring snowboarding in Avoriaz
Thinking about coming to Avoriaz next year and hitting the Stash? There's still plenty of snow around.. why don't you come over next year??
Stash Runs - No. 1 with Andy Nudds
Andy 'The Terminator' Nudds in the Stash
This is the first of a five series edit where Whitelines invite riders to hit up the Stash in Avoriaz
Stash Runs - No. 2 with Sam Turnbull
Sam Turnbull in the Stash
This is the second of a five series edit where Whitelines invite riders to hit up the Stash in Avoriaz.
Stash Runs - No. 3 with Josh Ogden
Josh Ogden in the Stash
This is the third of a five series edit where Whitelines invite riders to hit up the Stash in Avoriaz.
Still great snow cover in the Portes du Soleil this Easter
Head out early & explore the far corners of the ski area
It's looking like we're going to have a mixed bag of weather this week, with the sun reappearing properly on Saturday.
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Sunny weather with good conditions on piste
Lovely skiing this week in Avoriaz
The pistes are in good condition in Avoriaz at the moment although there are a few stones starting to poke through so be careful.Â
Sunny with a little fresh snow in Avoriaz
Spring skiing continues this week
Get up high to make the most of the conditions on piste this week, ideally first thing for a few hours, before the snow starts to get slushy.Â
The Arare Snowpark - A drone's eye view
Discover the Arare snowpark filmed by a drone!
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Warm temperatures, blue skies & nice pistes
Half term skiing conditions are pretty good
The half term crowds are here so if you're looking for quieter places to ski, head to Mont Chery in Les Gets or cross over into the Swiss resorts, linked on the Portes du Soleil ski pass.
What to Expect From This Years Pass'Portes du Soleil
A teaser for this years Pass'Portes du Soleil
Take a look at what to expect from some of this year's Pass'portes du Soleil.. THE mountain bike event of the year! Registrations open on 11th Feb & you have to get in quick to pick the best location for your start point..
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What's on in & around Avoriaz this week
Charity events, end of season parties & more
There's a lot going on this week with some great events, live music and apres ski parties.
What's on in Morzine, Avoriaz & Les Gets This Week
Things to do & see in Morzine, Avoriaz & Les Gets this week
Take a look at what's coming up on the events calendar this week, including RedBull crashed Ice riders cup and plenty more..
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Whip off Wednesday at Crankworx Les Gets
European Whip-Off Champs took place yesterday
Check out the highlights from the Official European Whip-Off Championships presented by Spank Bikes at Crankworx Les Gets 2017.
