Ski Tips Articles & Videos

• Definition of Twin Tip Skis

  Skiing continues to be one of the most popular wintertime activities. For many decades the traditional single-tipped ski provided limited capabilities to those looking for something more in the way of performance. However, the invention of… read more

• Rubber Tips for Ski Poles

  Ski poles can be used for much more than skiing if you outfit them with a pair of rubber tips. While carbide tips are best for ski poles used in rough terrain, rubber tips make the poles suitable for concrete, indoor and other even surfaces… read more

• The Best Freeride Powder Skis

  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… read more

• Parabolic vs. Powder Skis

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• Tips For Black Diamond Ski Poles

  Black Diamond ski poles come in a variety of style and prices, ranging from about $50 to more than $100. While a few poles have features that go above and beyond the average ski pole--such as a self-arrest whippet--many features are standar… read more

• The Best Adjustable Ski Poles

  For backcountry skiers, adjustable length ski poles are a must. Adjustable poles let a skier extend the pole for additional stability while climbing uphill, when they will often be in a standing position, and shorten the pole length for dow… read more

• Beginner Snow Ski Tips

  Newcomers to the sport of downhill skiing should be aware that the term "downhill" refers as much to the type of ski equipment that is used as it does to the terrain. Someone new to the sport can expect to spend their first days descending… read more

• Atomic Skis for Women

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• Parts of Ski Poles

  Ski poles are simple but extremely useful tools used in nearly all forms of skiing. Depending on the type of skiing, they can be used for balance, turning, braking and even propulsion. Surprisingly, ski jumping, cross country, alpine and t… read more

• How to Repair a Ski Pole

  Most ski poles are made of durable materials that are able to withstand the repeated stress of bearing your weight and helping navigate on your skis. While breaking of poles is rare, it does occur on occasion. If you're out telemark skiing,… read more

• The Best Skis for Hard-Packed Snow

  Hard-packed snow is natural or machine-made snow that has become firmly packed and compressed by grooming machines and wind exposure. This type of snow is typical at ski venues on the East Coast of the U.S. This snow is unyielding, making i… read more

• How to Buy K2 Skis

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• Best Twin Tip Skis

  Twin tip skis, which have raised tips at both the front and back of the ski, facilitate skiing backwards and doing trick maneuvers. Twin tip sales have skyrocketed, becoming the leading ski category in 2008. In addition to their usefulness… read more

• Review of The Best Twin Tip Skis

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• Tips on Skiing in the Boyne Highlands

  The Boyne Highlands are a popular skiing region in northern Michigan. The area's propensity for fine, white snow draws thousands of ski enthusiasts every year. Discover tips on skiing in the Boyne Highlands region to make your new ski trip… read more

• How to Size Twin Tip Skis

  Selecting the right size skis used to be simple. However, as riding has grown more complex than a simple zipperline down a mountain face, so has choosing the right size for your skis. Twin tip skis are worn by freestyle riders. They give th… read more

• What Is the Advantage of Riding on Twin Tip Skis?

  Twin tip skis are an increasingly popular piece of equipment for alpine skiers, offering significant advantages for skiers who like to play in terrain parks and do jaw-dropping tricks. Skiers who fly in half pipes and those who like to ride… read more

• How to Choose Freestyle Skis

  Within the past decade, you have probably noticed some interesting changes at your local ski area. Because of the growing popularity of what is known as new school or freestyle skiing, many resorts are either redesigning or building new ter… read more

• What Are the Advantages of Riding on Twin Tip Skis?

  When New School skiing, otherwise known as park or freestyle skiing, became popular, proponents began to realize that this highly athletic sport required a completely different type of ski. This type of skiing involves skiing backwards, oth… read more

• Tips for Skiing at Whistler

  Many snow sport enthusiasts consider Whistler to be the ultimate ski resort. Its size, as well as its vast variety of terrain makes it a resort with something for everyone. That said, skiing Whistler can be a bit overwhelming. Knowing where… read more

• Twin Tips Skis

  Twin tips skis are the equipment of choice for dedicated freestyle skiers. They are becoming so popular that even some snowboarders are taking a second look at skiing. As a general rule of thumb, twin tips are shorter and wider than your av… read more

• The Best Skis for Intermediate Skiers

  Whether you have solid skiing skills going down the groomed runs or feel at home on the blues and also the easier blacks, the best skis for intermediate skiers are those that take into consideration your current skill level as well as your… read more

• Skiing Tips

  Ask someone about their skiing tips for a great backcountry trip, and you are likely to hear about locations and also special starting spots for some excellent powder. Lost in translation are the skiing tips that could quite possibly save y… read more

• Advantages of Shaped Skis

  When American skiing hit its peak in popularity during the 1950s and 1960s, it was a pretty tough sport to learn. Hickory skis with screwed-on metal edges towered overhead, making the seven foot behemoths almost impossible to turn. Today's… read more

• Facts About Ski Poles

  The ski pole is a piece of ski equipment that has evolved through the centuries. In Sweden, archaeologists have discovered ancient rock carvings, which depict men on skis, using a single pole. It is believed that the ancient ski pole evolve… read more

• How to Measure Skis

  When it's time to start shopping for a new pair of skis, one of the things to discuss with a shop technician is the length and width of various skis. You'll not only need to discuss the length, but also the various widths of the skis at the… read more

• How to Use Ski Poles

  Ski poles can help with balance and turns. Learn how to use ski poles for balance and how to make pole plants for skiing turns in this free beginner skiing lesson on video, with safety tips. read more

• Tips for Skiing on Level Ground

  Ski on level ground, traverse a slope, or ski up a small slope by using the tips and techniques in this free beginner ski lesson video on non-downhill skiing situations. read more

• Ski Care & Maintenance Tips

  Skis should be stored properly and waxed regularly to ensure optimal performance. Learn ski care and maintenance tips in this free beginner skiing lesson on video. read more

• Skiing Tips & Snow Conditions

  Machine groomed trails offer the best snow conditions for beginning skiers, while un-groomed trails offer more of a challenge and are suitable for advanced skiers. Learn more about snow conditions in this free beginner skiing lesson on vide… read more

• Chairlift Tips for Skiing

  Properly load and unload (get on and off) a chair lift at a ski resort; learn how plus get chair lift safety tips in this free beginner skiing lesson on video. read more

• One Ski Practice Tips

  Practicing skiing on one ski only is a great way for beginner skiers to get a feel for gliding across snow. Learn how to practice with one ski in this free beginner skiing lesson on video. read more

• How to Control Speed & Stop: Skiing Tips

  Control speed and stop when skiing by controlling the size of your wedge, or the position in which the tips of your skis come together. Learn how in this free beginner skiing lesson on video. read more

• Stem Christi Turns: Skiing Tips

  Stem Christi turns in skiing are an important stepping stone to more advanced parallel turns. Learn how to do a Stem Christi turn on skis in this free beginner skiing lesson on video. read more

• Wedge Turns: Skiing Tips

  A wedge turn in skiing is a turn across a hill from the wedge position. Learn how to do a wedge turn on skis in this free beginner skiing lesson on video. read more

• Parts of a Snow Ski

  The tip, tail, base, toe piece and heel piece are just some of the parts of a ski. Learn more about ski parts and what they do in this free beginner skiing lesson on video. read more