Alpine Skiing Articles & Videos

• Karhu Storm BC Skis Vs. G3 Saint Skis

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• How to Wire Brush an Alpine Ski Base

  At some point, advanced skiers realize all skis are rock skis, meaning they are meant to be used in all conditions, and sooner or later, you will ski over a rock and ding the base. Depending on the level of damage done, you may be able to d… read more

• The 5 Types of Alpine Skis

  Buying a pair of skis can be a difficult task, especially for those new to the sport. Luckily, Alpine skis (also called "downhill skis") can be divided into five types, one of which will easily match up with your interests and abilities.… read more

• History of Alpine Skis

  Derived from the old Norse word "skio," meaning "a stick of wood," early skis were just that---long, straight wooden planks. Although high-tech materials and design dominate the market today, these tools for speeding downhill have ancient o… read more

• Alpine Ski Tuning Information

  Tuning your skis will keep them at optimum performance levels. How often you tune your skis will depend on how frequently you ski and how hard you are on your gear. Generally, if you ski over a rock or a tree, you'll need to tune your skis.… read more

• How Are Alpine Skis Made?

  The freedom of sliding down snow-covered mountains as the powder flies past frosty faces is the epitome of passion. The process of making alpine skis is no less wondrous than the skiing itself. read more

• Rossignol Skis Review

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• What Are Snow Skis Made Of?

  Snow skis are used by athletes, outdoor enthusiasts and back-country skiers around the world to negotiate snowy terrain. Knowing what the skis are made of provides a better understanding of how they will perform. read more

• How to Choose Alpine Skis

  Many factors come into play when choosing alpine skis. Although you will be faced with an abundance of choices, you'll need to consider your skill level and your terrain preferences, and your height and weight. This is not a decision that… read more

• Straight Skis vs. Parabolic Skis

  Once upon a time, the sport of alpine skiing was the exclusive domain of the highly athletic and extremely coordinated. After all, who in their right mind would slide down a slippery, snowy hill on a pair of skinny sticks? Then, in the earl… read more

• How to Wax Alpine Skis

  Because skiing involves friction against the cold snow, optimal ski performance requires periodic waxing. In many cases, people will take their skis to be tuned when a good wax job would have done the trick. If you point your skis straigh… read more

• How to Fit Alpine Skis

  Fitting alpine skis can be a somewhat tricky process for some people. This is because the ideal length of alpine skis is determined by a number of important factors, including your height, weight, skill level, the difficulty of the terrain… read more