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You may have seen skiers on television, or been to a ski race. When you see them fly by on their way down the slopes, skiers are reaching speeds between 40 and 100 mph. . read more
Ski suits designed for speed racing are the product of highly-scientific research and planning. These suits are composed of synthetic materials, usually polyester, lycra and hybrid blends of these materials, in an effort to make fabric that is skin-tight, aerodynamic, slick, water-repellent and breathable for your skin. They also need to protect the body fro… read more
The Moto Speed is an older model K2 ski that was in production for the 2005-2006 season. The ski had the classic K2 red, white and blue graphics, a wood core and was popular for racers and experts. The ski was designed mainly for use in ski resorts but could also work for moderate backcountry and powder use. read more
Cross country skiing is a sport that is enjoyed individually using cross country skis and ski poles to glide and maneuver over packed snow. There are also variations of the sport. There are different classifications of cross country sk… read more
We've seen skin suits worn by ski racers and maybe we've even worn them ourselves. Besides making us feel either like a super hero or sheepish--as nothing is left to the imagination--what advantage does a skin suit have for ski racers?… read more
Located on the shore of Lake Huron and known for its majestic pine forests and extensive beachfront, the village of Grand Bend was described by "National Geographic" as having one of the Top Ten Best Sunsets in the world. Also touted a… read more
Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing originated as a means of travel in snowy terrain in the winter. The sports have both evolved over the years. Modern snowshoes are lightweight and easy to use and work with almost any type of boot; s… 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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