The earlier you introduce a child to skiing, the more likely she is to progress and embrace skiing as a lifetime activity. Many of the best skiers start as young as 2. However, ski boots are not made small enough for kids 4 and younger. For… read more
Let's face it: schlepping kids--with skis, poles, hats, mittens, helmets, goggles---to the ski mountain can be a grueling exercise. Keeping them safe and happy on the slopes can be equally tiresome, unless you pick the right resort. Today,… read more
Buying skis for children is always a challenge. Several considerations, such as skier weight, flotation, length and skill need to be balanced against having a ski that your child won't outgrow in a year and that won't be too difficult to tu… read more
Starting kids with skiing or snowboarding early can instill a lifelong love for a sport that can be pursued well into your 80s. Usually, the best skiers and snowboarders are those who started early, going to the slopes with their parents wh… read more
Introducing your child to skiing early can build a love for the slopes that lasts a lifetime. It can also make family ski trips fun winter vacations for all to enjoy. Teaching kids to ski can be difficult, but if you are an advanced interme… read more
Learning to ski can be difficult for anyone of any age. When teaching children how to ski, games and activities that rely on basic ski maneuvers can lower the learning curve and make learning to ski less difficult. Ski activities can provid… read more
Teaching kids how to ski, especially in groups, can be a difficult task. You need plenty of patience and an enthusiastic approach. Kids can be easily distracted and easily discouraged, so you must maintain their focus with fun games. Use a… read more
The sport of skiing has stood the test of time, and skiing as a family is a great way to spend time together enjoying the great outdoors. Once your child is at an age and maturity level that she can physically handle the cold weather and th… read more
Skiing is a family activity that has the power to unite several generations on a vacation or weekend getaway. Getting the youngest members of the family ready to take up the hobby takes a bit of planning and foresight; other must-have items… read more
Skiing is a great activity that can be done with the whole family. But, skiing can also be a fairly scary experience when you're initially starting out. That's why it's important that when you go to get skis for your child you make sure tha… read more
Kids love thrills and always jump at the chance to play in the snow. Skiing offers ample doses of both. A skiing vacation is a fun and invigorating way to bond with your children. And after a day of playing on the slopes, your kids are sure… read more
Traditional alpine skis are shaped with a curved and pointed front tip, and a flattened, square rear "tail." But "twin tip" skis have pointed and curved edges at the toe-end and the heel-end of each ski. These skis are popular among athle… read more
Skiing is a great outdoor activity for people of varying ages. Childhood is an excellent time to introduce skiing. Begin with instruction involving not only the how but the why, explaining the reasons for wearing certain types of clothing,… read more
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