Who needs snow? In the spirit of the Beijing Winter Olympics, try everything from curling to skiing without leaving Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s lack of snow doesn’t mean all winter sports are out of the question. Here’s where you can get a taste of some of the events that will feature in the forthcoming Winter Olympic Games in Beijing.
Skiing and snowboarding
While the slopes of Aspen or Niseko are off-limits to most this year due to travel difficulties, there are several centres in Hong Kong that offer a simulated skiing or snowboarding experience, meaning skiers can maintain their muscle memory, technique, strength and fitness for when real snow-capped peaks beckon once more. Slope Infinity in Fortress Hill uses a large revolving carpet, or deck, to emulate slopes, while SkiTech in Wong Chuk Hang employs a virtual reality-linked machine to imitate the feel and sights of a slalom.
In the meantime, stock up on ski supplies at Fun ’N Snow in Sheung Wan, or try Sandy Ip’s The Ski Project or Patricia Tung-Gaw’s Ferastyle for more luxurious apparel.
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