Ski Equipment Articles & Videos

• How Do I Gather Proper Skiing Equipment?

  If you are looking to get off the rental skis and into your own gear, then you'll need to make a few preparations to know what equipment is right for you. There are plenty of good skis and boots out there, but each style is designed for a d… read more

• What Equipment Is Involved in Skiing?

  Skiers comes in many different shapes and sizes, and so does the equipment involved. Alpine and cross-country skiing share similar types of equipment. But some key differences do exist between them. read more

• Ski Equipment for Children

  Children used to be an afterthought in the ski market, having to make do with scaled-down adult gear or women's equipment. However, in recent years, many companies have addressed the children's market with vigor, creating products that are… read more

• How to Compare Ski Equipment

  If you ski more than a few times a year, it is worthwhile to invest in your own ski equipment. Your own gear can be customized better to your ski style and save you a trip to the rental shop every time you want to go out. Where skis and equ… read more

• The Best Ski Apparel

  Ski apparel is an important component of an enjoyable day on the slopes. Properly selected gear will keep you warm and dry whether skiing on a bluebird day or in a driving blizzard. Poorly designed gear will make you feel miserable and cold… read more

• Where to Rent Ski Equipment in Telluride, CO

  Although it is nearly a six-hour drive from Denver and only has a small airport, Telluride, Colorado is a popular destination ski resort that offers a wide variety of challenging terrain, including a 4,425-foot vertical drop. Stunning views… read more

• List of Ski Equipment

  If you're new to the sport of skiing, you may find yourself intimidated by the gear involved. There's a lot to consider in terms of not only the skis themselves, but also the proper clothing you'll need. But getting equipped for skiing does… read more

• How to Donate Ski Equipment

  Used and older ski and snowboard equipment may not hold much use for you, but it will for others. Charities and organizations across the country accept gently worn but good-condition equipment. It's then sent to needy children and others. I… read more

• How to Pick Ski Equipment

  The dizzying array of gear on the market for alpine skiers can make choosing equipment a daunting task, but a few strategies can greatly simplify the process. Having your own gear can significantly improve your skiing, as rental gear is oft… read more

• How to Sell Used Ski Equipment

  If you've got a closet full of used, but still viable ski equipment you don't plan on using again, you might be sitting on a source of spending cash. If the ski gear is still usable, odds are good that either new skiers just entering the sp… read more

• Most Popular Ski Apparel Brands

  If you walk into an outdoor sporting goods store such as REI in wintertime, you will find yourself assaulted by a number of different brands of ski apparel, with logos appearing on hats, jackets, gloves, pants and more. Among the top brands… read more

• Ski Gear List

  Appropriate ski gear is an absolute must for an enjoyable skiing trip. While you can rent your skis and boots at many locations, your apparel and accessories are up to you, and an appropriate set of gear can make the difference between a pa… read more

• The Giving Season: Best Outdoor Organizations for Your Donations

  Donating to an outdoor non-profit organization in someone's name not only shows that you care about that special someone, but also helps the outdoors directly or makes a big impact by getting people to appreciate the outdoors and consider h… read more

• How to Build a Road Gap

  If there is an ugly gray road cutting across the mountainside, right through the otherwise flawless ski run, that's where the concept of a road gap comes in. A road gap is a ramp that allows skiers to literally jump the road and continue on… read more

• Skiing Equipment History

  When we gear up for a day of skiing we rarely, if ever, think of the history behind the various pieces of equipment we wear and use. Ski history owes much to Scandinavian and northern cultures. read more

• Facts About Wheelchair Athletes

  Perceptions of those with physical disabilities (and what they are capable of) have come a long way since the first heavy, awkward and inefficient steel-and-wood wheelchairs. For those in chairs, athletics are now readily available and acce… read more

• Skiing Equipment for Beginners

  Alpine skiing is an enjoyable and challenging winter sport that lets you make the most of the outside in the winter months. If you're getting started in skiing, getting good gear, from clothes to poles, is an important part of enjoying you… read more

• Ski Equipment Tips

  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, as we… read more

• Ski Equipment for Beginners

  If you are new to skiing, it is easy to get overwhelmed by all the gear choices and equipment required. read more

• Ski Equipment Advice

  Lift lines getting you down? Economy has you seeing fewer trips to your ski area? Don't fret or worry, with the proliferation of new alpine touring and telemark ski gear on the market, the backcountry has just opened up to newbies and hardc… read more

• Nordic Ski Equipment Review

  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 back… read more

• Air Travel Advice

  Airline travel may be the fastest way to get from point A to point B, but it can also lead to some of the fastest headaches. Several ways to avoid such hassles is to pay attention to rules, regulations, your health and your luggage. It also… read more

• Snow Ski Equipment Review

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• Adaptive Ski Equipment

  Even if you have a serious injury, a disability or a handicap, you can still enjoy skiing and the feel of the wind passing over you as you whip down the mountain. There are a large number of products designed for those with adaptive needs i… read more

• Ski Equipment Review

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• Nordica Ski Equipment Review

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• Black Diamond Skis Review

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• What Women Should Wear While Skiing?

  When heading for the slopes, you want to be comfortable and warm without looking like a giant marshmallow. From base layer to outer layer, there are some tips for sleek and functional ski wear. read more

• Equipment Used for Skiing

  From their origins as straight wooden platforms affixed to regular old boots, skis have developed into high-tech equipment for carving your way down the mountain. read more

• How to Gather Proper Skiing Equipment

  When it comes to tearing up the slopes--in the moguls, in the pow-pow, or on the piste--a proper set of equipment is a must. Not only will it improve your performance, it will make you more comfortable and, ultimately, ensure a more enjoya… read more

• About Backcountry Ski Equipment

  Backcountry skiing is enjoyed worldwide by skiers who like to experience fresh powder and unchartered terrain. Having the right equipment is essential to having a safe backcountry skiing experience. read more

• How to Pick the Best Ski Equipment for a Vacation

  Now that airlines are charging for checked bags, many people are reconsidering the equipment they choose for a ski vacation. Even if you are driving to the resort, you will want to pick the best gear for the available terrain. read more

• How to Buy Used Ski Equipment

  Skiing is an expensive sport. Lift tickets, lodging and equipment can be pricey. Therefore, many skiers seek out ways to buy used ski equipment. read more

• How to Buy Ski Equipment

  If you've been bitten by the ski bug, there's good news and bad. The good news is that you're venturing into a winter wonderland of fun, exercise and beautiful scenery. The bad news is that buying good quality ski equipment will drain your… read more

• About Ski Equipment

  If you've been fortunate enough to learn how to ski within the past 10 years, then you know how much things have changed since skis towered over your head and you jammed your feet into supple leather boots and bindings that never released.… read more

• How to Buy Used Skis

  There's no need to invest huge sums of money in expensive new equipment if skiing is only a part-time past time for you and your family. Look for deals and save money when you buy used skis. read more

• Choosing Ski Equipment

  Find the right size poles, boots, helmets and other ski equipment; learn how in this free beginner skiing lesson on video. read more