Your ski bindings, as well as your ski binding position, can make or break your performance on the hill. As such, it is important to have your bindings mounted in the correct position. Most people use the ski techs at the shop to perform this service, but if you're mechanically savvy, this is an activity that you can try at home. Powder skiing requires skil… read more
While most skiers are content with one pair of alpine skis, those who want to enjoy the fine art of powder skiing might have a pair of downhill carving skis as well as a pair of powder skis. Many people wonder if having these different types of skis are necessary. The answer depends on the type of terrain you are most likely to ski. If you primarily ski in… read more
Skiing is like dancing on snow, and deep powder snow can provide a euphoric experience. A skier using proper techniques will float and fly down a steep slope, while each effortless turn throws a cloud of snow into the air. Powder skiing techniques are somewhat similar to skiing packed snow, and most intermediate and expert skiers can adapt to the new style i… read more
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Freeride powder skis have evolved during the past few years with new developments in the ski industry. At the 2010 Snowsports Industries of America Show in Denver, manufacturers had fully embraced rocker designs for powder skis. Rocker skis look like a banana, with an upraised tip and tail and a flat-to-bowed-out middle section, which causes the skis to rise… read more
Although alpine skiing is now a popular recreational activity, cave and rock drawings found in Sweden prove that the sport is more than 4,500-years-old. However, back then, skiing was not a sport. It was the only viable means of transp… read more
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 ter… read more
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… read more
Every skier and snowboarder dreams of riding thigh-deep powder day in and day out. We plan ski trips based upon these dreams and cross our fingers, position our skis just right in their bag and perform all sorts of other superstitious… read more
After you've been skiing for a few years, you may decide that it's finally time to buy your own skis. Owning your own skis has a lot of advantages. First, you can buy exactly the type of ski you want at the length you want without fear… read more
If you're an avid skier, one of the best investments you can make is your own pair of skis. Owning skis not only saves you thousands of dollars in rental fees, it can also save you valuable time at the resort and will help you become a… read more
The right ski equipment can help you improve your skiing technique, and thus enhance your enjoyment of the sport. Choosing ski equipment used to be a simple process. Today, there are different types of equipment for varying abilities,… read more
Before the 1990s, selecting skis was a relatively simple process. You could choose between cross country and downhill skis. Then with the advent of parabolic or shaped skis snow sport enthusiasts suddenly had more choices. Manufacture… read more
Buying a pair of downhill skis is a daunting task for both new and experienced skiers. It's important to get the right skis for your size, ability and interests and, of course, for your budget. If you've never bought a pair of skis b… read more
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 abiliti… read more
Skiing comes in a variety of different types, including backcountry, downhill and cross-country. Each one has its own type of equipment and its own type of skis. Nearly every type of skiing involves a different formula for picking and… read more
Buying new ski or snowboard equipment need not drain your wallet. Besides watching for sales at local ski shops and browsing the aisles at ski swaps, many online retailers offer discounts on ski and snowboard gear and apparel. If you… read more
Magnetic ski roof racks have been developed as a cheap, versatile alternative to traditional ski racks. They use a combination of magnetism and suction cups to create an immovable hold on the roof of a vehicle with a smooth steel roof.… 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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