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Vector Glide Butter Knife

Vector Glide Butter Knife

VECTOR Glide is one of those brands that most people walk by without a second glance. But those few in the know will give you an acknowledging nod while they think, 'he knows his stuff, I bet he’s a gun'.

 

Vector Glide Mastiff powder skis

Vector Glide Mastiff powder skis

UNKNOWN to all except those that are really clued-up, Vector Glide is boutique Japanese ski and snowboard manufacturer that only makes restricted numbers of outstanding gear. The Mastiff is their fattest ski and will float you through Niseko’s pow like nothing you’ve ever experienced. They are extra light and have a 110mm waist with

Vector Glide Genius

Vector Glide Genius snowboard

Vector Glide only makes the best. Whether its skis, teles or boards this emerging boutique Japanese brand’s gear is all hand made in Niigata from only the finest of materials. Like the Burton Fish but with more street cred, The Genius is a 160cm fish shaped board perfect for Niseko’s powder-packed stashes. The narrow pin-tail really

Local heroes: pride of Niseko

Akio Endo Niseko snowboarder carving

Although the international community is only just beginning to discover Niseko, among Japanese it’s been well known for a long time that Niseko is the best resort in the country. It’s no surprise that many of the nation’s best winter sports athletes have been attracted to the area to refine their skills. Although you may

Vector Glide Bold Telemark

Vector Glide Bold Telemark Skis

Vector Glide is a progressive Japanese ski and snowboard label who understands that skiing telemark is like swimming butterfly - it’s great fun if you’re good at it, but you need to go a little slower and take regular breaks. The Bold has an 85cm waist that makes paralleling a piece of cake and will keep you on top of the deep stuff,