The Welcome Journal

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Lib Tech T.Rice Pro 20yr Camber snowboard on display at Boardstore, snowboarding gear shop

A Tribute to Two Decades of Freestyle Innovatio...

The 2026 Lib Tech T.Rice Pro 20-Year Camber Edition commemorates two decades of Travis Rice's influential snowboard design. This limited-edition model revives the original camber profile, delivering enhanced pop, precision,...

A Tribute to Two Decades of Freestyle Innovatio...

The 2026 Lib Tech T.Rice Pro 20-Year Camber Edition commemorates two decades of Travis Rice's influential snowboard design. This limited-edition model revives the original camber profile, delivering enhanced pop, precision,...

Man in surf shop holding surfboard travel accessories, text overlay 'Surfboard travel hacks'

The Ultimate Surfboard Travel Guide: Everything...

There’s nothing better than packing your boards, escaping the routine, and chasing perfect waves in a new part of the world. But as exciting as surf trips are, they can...

The Ultimate Surfboard Travel Guide: Everything...

There’s nothing better than packing your boards, escaping the routine, and chasing perfect waves in a new part of the world. But as exciting as surf trips are, they can...

Shop interior with man holding Capita DOA 2026 snowboard, ski boots and gear at Boardstore Australia

2026 CAPITA DOA: The Freestyle Favorite That Do...

2026 CAPITA Defenders of Awesome Snowboard Review: The All-Mountain Freestyle Icon Returns The 2026 CAPiTA Defenders of Awesome (DOA) snowboard continues its legacy as a top-tier all-mountain freestyle board, blending...

2026 CAPITA DOA: The Freestyle Favorite That Do...

2026 CAPITA Defenders of Awesome Snowboard Review: The All-Mountain Freestyle Icon Returns The 2026 CAPiTA Defenders of Awesome (DOA) snowboard continues its legacy as a top-tier all-mountain freestyle board, blending...

Man in Welcome Boardstore browsing ski boots and snow gear, ski equipment display, text overlay 'Looking at a new ski set up? Here's all you need to know'.

A Quick Guide To Finding Your Perfect Ski Set-U...

Choosing the right ski set-up can make or break your winter on the slopes. Whether you’re hitting the powdery peaks of Mt Hotham, carving through groomers at Falls Creek, or...

A Quick Guide To Finding Your Perfect Ski Set-U...

Choosing the right ski set-up can make or break your winter on the slopes. Whether you’re hitting the powdery peaks of Mt Hotham, carving through groomers at Falls Creek, or...

Man in snowboard shop holding Bataleon x Beyond Medals snowboard, surrounded by snowboards.

Bataleon x Beyond Medals Snowboard: Built for R...

The Bataleon Beyond Medals snowboard, developed in collaboration with pro rider Tor Lundström and the BEYOND MEDALS crew, is engineered for fast, aggressive riding across diverse terrains. Drawing inspiration from...

Bataleon x Beyond Medals Snowboard: Built for R...

The Bataleon Beyond Medals snowboard, developed in collaboration with pro rider Tor Lundström and the BEYOND MEDALS crew, is engineered for fast, aggressive riding across diverse terrains. Drawing inspiration from...

Man in Welcome Boardstore holding Merino base layers, Coal beanie; winter gear and baselayers display.

Your Guide To Staying Warmer This Winter - Laye...

Planning a trip to the Victorian Alps—whether it's Mt Buller, Hotham, or Falls Creek—means preparing for changing alpine weather, sub-zero temperatures, and of course, snow! The secret to staying warm...

Your Guide To Staying Warmer This Winter - Laye...

Planning a trip to the Victorian Alps—whether it's Mt Buller, Hotham, or Falls Creek—means preparing for changing alpine weather, sub-zero temperatures, and of course, snow! The secret to staying warm...