Part of the fun of riding the chairlift is seeing good skiers pull off jumps and tricks on steep terrain. Many skiers like to congregate at terrain parks to watch people do aerials and ride the rails and other features, trying to get ideas for improving their own tricks or doing new ones. 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… read more
Snowblades are similar to skis, yet half the length and are typically used without poles. Made by Solomon, Snowblades are a type of skiboard, but a trademark of Solomon. Because of their size they are easy to maneuver anywhere on the m… read more
The trick called an ollie is usually done on a skateboard or snowboard, but it is possible to do it on snow skis. You execute it in the same way as on a snowboard, but with a little bit different maneuver in the way you angle the body… read more
Keeping your skis properly tuned is an important part of maintaining their performance. While some things, like a stone grind, can only be done by a professional shop, a lot of upkeep tuning work can be done at home with some simple g… 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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