The contenders for the U.S. Olympic team are in NZ (except Shaun White) and are training hard. The New York Times has got a profile on the routine and the training area including a bit about Cardrona and Benny’s Cafe. There’s a video at the top of the article which is full of slightly cringe-worthy quotes from some of the team but a bit of snowboarding and some good shots of Wanaka. Have a read over here.