August 30, 2010 – The Kangaroo Hoppet was a huge success, kicking off the World Loppet season in Falls Creek, Australia on Saturday. The race was saw beautiful weather despite some heavy snowfall and was dominated by Australian Esther Bottomley and her boyfriend, Valerio Leccardi of Switzerland. This video courtesy Chris Hocking shows the huge number of competitors that took part, as well as why it pays to stay well clear of a mass start ski race.