Cross country skiing is sometimes referred to as Nordic of XC skiing. It differs from alpine or downhill skiing for a number of reasons. First off, in alpine skiing, the entire foot is attached to the boot. In contrast, cross country skis are only attached to the toes. The heels are free. Additionally, downhill skiing requires the use of a chairlift or gond… read more
Las Vegas is world-renowned for gambling, nightlife, the Blue Man Group, Elvis and Frank Sinatra. Beyond the normal expectations of Sin City, your trip also can include high Alpine downhill skiing, the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and the red rocks of the Valley of Fire. Whatever your daytime adventure may be, there are numerous hotel options from luxurious relaxin… read more
Ski poles are used by downhill skiers to initiate turns, and by cross-country skiers to help propel them forward. Depending on the type of skiing you do, you will need a different length pole. read more
Ski boots should be chosen based on the skiing type (alpine or cross-country) and the skill level of the skier. One of the most important things to consider is the fit, as this will determine the boot's effectiveness and functionality. It is always a good idea to try on ski boots with experienced boot fitters. Alpine or downhill skiing boots are typically ch… read more
Alpine downhill skiing involves traditional runs on groomed terrain at lift-served areas. It also has varying levels of difficulty in which the skiers' heels stay locked into the ski bindings at all times. Various ski buying guides and many top quality brands are available in the market giving you plenty of options when it comes to choosing the best downhill… read more
After standing in a lift line for 15 minutes, it occurs to you--there are literally hundreds of different types of skis in all shapes, sizes, colors and purpose. So, if you're interested in buying your first pair of snow skis, how do y… read more
Nordic ski equipment can be divided into three basic categories: racing, touring and back country. Nordic-style skis (cross-country skis) are typically much skinnier and longer than alpine or downhill skis, although later model extreme… read more
Las Vegas is world-renowned for gambling, nightlife, the Blue Man Group, Elvis and Frank Sinatra. Beyond the normal expectations of Sin City, your trip also can include Alpine downhill skiing, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and the red rocks of… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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