The XC community has been privileged to be looked after by generous, knowledgable retailers who have been integral parts of the community for decades.  We have been so used to being able to consult with and be looked after by these retailers that it came as a shock when the oldest of those shops - the Paddy Pallin/Mountain Adventure Centre at the Thredbo turn-off - announced closure by the end of January due to the non-renewal of the lease for the shop.

 A ski shop has been located in that position since Johnny Abbotsmith moved the Snowline Caravan Park from the Creel in Old Jindabyne to the current position when Lake Jindabyne was first filled in the early 60s. A lot of skiing history is associated with that location.

 John will continue to provide some services, which he will advertise when he is resettled.