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There are three main layers in a skiers outfit: base layer, insulation layer and outer shell. As the covering, the ski jacket's job is to keep its wearer warm and dry. A good jacket fulfills these needs in the most comfortable way.
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Put on your mukluks and balaclava and get ready to mush. Hitch your dog team to your own homemade dogsled. The process of making a dogsled takes several days and often requires an assistant to help steam the runners and bend them. The runners are...
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Salmon ski bindings come in several different styles. Performance, backcountry, junior and sport are the offerings of Salmon bindings to the ski world. For the Salomon bindings to work efficiently and safely they must be adjusted according to the...
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Pure fluorocarbon wax gives the base of your cross country skis a teflon-like coating that is particularly good on old, grimy and dirty snow. This wax allows the ski to glide over this detritus and debris with little to no damage to the base. Mix...
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Ski and snowboard technology comes and goes. With these changes, like natural selection, some stick around and improve the sports. Others however, well, just fail. Throughout the history of the snow sports industry, many new designs and innovatio...
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Skiers have long had the rocker technology available to them on their two plank sport. Snowboard makers and riders took notice of rocker technology and adopted the snowboards with the reverse camber physics. Rockers work with the camber, or natur...
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Fishing lodges should be designed and decorated to paint a setting. The lodge itself and the decor should be a shelter that gives a sense of place and offer a connection to the land and water. When guests settle into the lodge after a day of fish...
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Flow is a complete snowboarding company, manufacturing boards, boots and bindings. Flow was the first to develop a binding that combined the ease of use of a step-in binding with the feel for the board that's common with a traditional strap-style...
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In Switzerland's Romansh language, the word "avalanche" means "falling mass of snow." Avalanches occur throughout the United States and around the world in mountainous terrain during the winter months.
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Snowshoes provide an easy way to travel on foot in areas where there is a large amount of snowfall. Although Native Americans and Eskimos used snowshoes to survive in the winter months, snowshoe use today is done for recreation and emergency situ...
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Salomon makes the Evolution ski boot, which is considered an all-mountain alpine boot. It has a four-buckle system of adjustment and support, along with a canting adjustment for forward or backward lean. Keeping your boots adjusted and fitted pro...
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Properly sized cross-country ski poles efficiently transfer power from your body to the trail. This efficiency helps you move faster using less energy than if you used improperly-sized poles. Pole size is slightly different for both classic-style...
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The most common way for downhill skiers to reach the top of a snow-covered mountain is by using a chairlift. Other options include using a rope tow, T-bar, gondola, helicopter or sometimes just walking.
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Making your own snowboard bag enables you to not only take part in crafting an item you will use often and that holds perhaps your favorite object of winter, but also to make a bag in a specific size and color. After you make the basic bag you c...
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A remarkable sled can be crafted from junk parts and scrap found in your basement or garage. If you live in an area where snowfall is limited, you may find yourself with an unexpected snow day and unable to get to the store before all the sleds a...
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Shawnee Peak Ski Resort (elevation: 2,006 feet) is located on the north end of a long ridge that is known locally as Pleasant Mountain. This popular ski area is situated in the heart of Maine's lake district, and can be found just west of Bridget...
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Ski jackets are designed to keep skiers happy on the slopes for hours and hours. With innovation, ski jackets have evolved over the years with more features that are in tune with how skiing has changed.
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The United States is home to thousands of hiking trails that offer visitors exquisite views and physical challenges. Many of those trails are also dangerous places, where unprepared or unaware hikers can be injured or killed. Whether you are on a...
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Lange Ski Boots began as a small operation in the 1960s in Dubuque, Iowa. The company continues to build on the platform of its original boot to make models for skiers of all levels.
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Lange Ski Boots are as popular today as they were when first introduced in the 1960s. Lange Boots were first produced in Dubuque, Iowa and the company has grown from one model to making boots for skiers of all ages.
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A ski binding has two types of adjustments easily performed with a screwdriver. Bindings often need to be readjusted for changes in boot sizes, meaning the heel plate needs to be moved forward or backward. Different skier abilities and conditions...
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One of the most difficult aspects of skiing is that every season shiny, new equipment comes out and makes your old skis look like antiques (even if they're last year's model). Then, at the end of the season, retailers cut prices so drastically th...
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Aspen, Colorado sits in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. While Aspen is known for celebrities and glitz, the mountains surrounding the city are a ski touring mecca. Options for 10th division hut to hut tours, day telemark or alpine touring ski t...
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Most Americans hang up their skis around April or May, if not a little earlier, and turn their attention to spring and summer pursuits. However, for the most die-hard skiers and snowboarders, there are plenty of options for skiing and riding in t...
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If you find yourself having to travel through deep snow, snowshoes are the best way to go. The size of the snowshoe helps to disperse your weight so that rather than sinking into the snow you are able to glide across it. You can purchase a pair o...
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Travel clubs can offer significant savings on trips for those looking for a way to see the world. These clubs usually offer group discounts because of the number of people who attend the trips. The clubs may range from a loosely organized group o...
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Old barrels and pine wood are effective and cheap resources for building a snow sled. Dismantle the barrel and saw the staves for parts. With a wood barrel, you don't have to worry about sizing the wood. Each stave is the perfect length for this ...
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Jarvivnen Lapponia cross country forest skis are 280 cm long, 70 mm wide at the waist, and have wax-free soles which function designed to ski through crust, slush, muck and soft snow. Forest skis should be mounted with a Swedish kandahar binding ...
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Most ski boots are measured in European boot sizes, which are more commonly known as the Mondo point sizes. The Mondo point size is a centimeter measurement.
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Backcountry skiing and snowboarding opens up a new world of vertical pleasure and descents. Telemark or Apline Touring skiers frequently "earn their turns" by climbing the mountains and slopes before dropping down steep lines and untracked powder...
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Building a backyard snowboard park requires basic skills and some heavy labor. Be prepared to build ramps and boxes, and to shovel snow into place throughout the winter. Backyard parks are only limited by the size of the yard and the amount of sn...
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The 2010 offering of Nordica Dobermann skis included two models in the "front-race" category and four models in the "race" category in the men's collection and two models in the "race" category of the junior collection.
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Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, is near Kenosha and the Illinois state line. The region has many lakes and rivers and is known for fishing, water-skiing and cross-country skiing. In summer, there are water-skiing shows where groups gather to watch water-s...
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Each day, more skiers are choosing ski helmets, including woman. A woman's ski helmet typically offers a more feminine shape, color and style options. A helmet that fits properly and is replaced often is important.
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The Tecnica Icon X ski boots were made between 2002 and 2004. The boots are an all-mountain shoe designed to have a bit more flex than other models, to give the ability to walk to out-of-bounds areas and "boot track" to free ride locations. Icon ...
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Dynastar manufactures men's, women's and junior skis for all ability levels. Their skis use a construction method called Autodrive that combines cap construction with traditional vertical sidewalls, says Rocky Mountain Gear Guide.
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Ski boots are an important piece of gear because they are the only link between your skis and the actions of your feet, ankles and legs. Selecting the proper boot requires an honest assessment of your skiing ability.
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Made in 1995, the Rossignol X7 Pro is an all-mountain touring ski. The X7 Pro comes in lengths from 170 mm to 201 mm. Rossignol made the ski out of kevlar, making it flexible and lightweight. The ski was originally marketed as a downhill, resort ...
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Cross country touring enthusiasts form a niche market between those who mainly do skiing at Nordic resorts in precut tracks and those who pursue steep, backcountry lines in deep powder. Cross country touring equipment is designed for light backco...
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Cross country skiing provides a full body workout along with being in the outdoors. Arms, legs and calves, lungs and heart are all given a proper exercise regime with the sport. Unlike its Alpine cousin, Nordic (cross country) ski gear is less in...
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Ski boots provide you with the support and rigidity required for skiing down slopes or across snowy terrain. Fit is the most important factor when choosing ski boots. Most ski boots do not fit properly right out of the box. They need to be fitted...
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Marker Motion bindings are designed for all mountain skiing and are part of the iPT Motion line. Motion bindings have a DIN setting of four to 12 release settings. Boot tracks hold the foot in place while allowing micro fore and aft adjustments o...
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Salomon Classic Sport Bindings are designed for free ride snowboarding and are available in small, medium and large sizes. Female and male riders use the bindings for park riding, all mountain riding and jumping. Adjusting the spring tension in t...
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The K2 Bliss is a snowboard binding, designed especially for women, to hold your feet in place with toe and heel straps. Bliss bindings use a tool-less adjustment process for ease of use on the go and slopes. K2 uses a proprietary Asym Flair Fram...
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Marker Bindings are a brand of ski equipment made since 1952. The M36 binding offers a DIN setting of 2.5 to 9. DIN is the Deutsches Institut für Normung, the accepted measure for ski bindings. Adjusting the M36 is a straightforward process...
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K2, based out of Washington State, produces snow sport gear and equipment. K2's line of snowboards and bindings are frequently seen on the slopes and require precise technique to install correctly to ensure safety and proper performance of the gear.
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The Atomic D2 Vario Cut skis are intermediate level skis designed with variable radius cuts. This allows the ski to make large sweeping arc turns going down the mountain while providing solid stability for the intermediate skier. The Atomic D2 Va...
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Although different snowboards are made for different types, styles and abilities of riding, all snowboards contain the same basic components. Whether it's a jib board or a powder board, they are ultimately made of wood, laminated fiberglass, plas...
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Snowboarding involves descending a snowy slope on a snowboard. As a beginner, you need to ensure that you are wearing appropriate clothing to protect yourself from potential harsh weather conditions while on the mountain. If you're unprepared, wi...
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The Black Hills in western South Dakota gets blanketed with snow each winter, making it a prime region for cross-country skiing. Throughout the region are several clubs and groups dedicated to Nordic skiing. They organize events, group skis and v...
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Choosing the correct length is essential when deciding which skis to ski on. Weight, height, ability, skiing style and terrain all need to be taken into account when choosing ski length.
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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 differe...
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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.
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Ski goggles are an essential piece of equipment for people who enjoy snow sports. In addition to protection from the sun's glare and ultraviolet rays, goggles also provide an invaluable shield from wind and snow when traveling at high speeds.
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When hitting the slopes for a snowboard or ski run, dressing to keep you warm, dry and comfortable is a must. Wearing clothing designed for your winter sport of choice can even improve your skiing or snowboarding enjoyment. Your clothing won't ma...
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Skiing is exhilarating but it can also be risky. To increase your safety on the slopes, consider using a ski helmet.
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Avalanche and LaMar manufacture quality snowboards for beginner and intermediate riders. The companies are well-established and have earned solid reputations in the snowboarding community. Both companies offer snowboards in a variety of sizes for...
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There are two main types of telemark bindings: three-pin bindings and cable bindings. There are also alpine touring bindings (randonnee), which have the ability to lock down as well as free the heel. However, these are not considered true telemar...
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Although sleds are now known as vehicles for fast, fun glides down snowy mountains, they were originally tools for transporting heavy loads on snow. The toboggan was the first sled and inspired the sports of bobsled, luge and skeleton.
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Nomad Renu skis feature an environmentally conscious, all-mountain design that utilizes a wood-pellet heating system for factory ski presses. The ash and nutwood wooden core replaces aluminum components or titanium laminates. Fifty percent of the...
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While relatively small in size, the New England state of New Hampshire is packed with opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. Whether you are into mountain biking, hiking, nature trails, fishing, boating, rock climbing, kayaking or just relaxin...
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East Coast skiing isn't just icy mountains with rules, regulations and boundaries. Grab your backcountry skis and prepare yourself for a ski touring adventure in Vermont. Stowe, an East Coast ski destination, has many trails and routes for high a...
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Whether you have been renting your ski equipment or are a beginner, you may be thinking about buying skis. Where you shop will depend on your budget and skill level. There are many places to find skis. Some are be full-service shops and others ar...
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In addition to being a family sport that allows you and your children to spend quality time together, skiing offers children a chance to learn such life skills as balance and attention focus. Repeatedly renting skis can be expensive, so buying sk...
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Whether you want to create snowboard stickers that are simply "cool" to impress friends on the slopes or you want to create stickers for a team competition, or even to sell for profit, creating your own unique snowboard stickers and printing them...
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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 twin-t...
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It used to be, 15 to 20 years ago, that if you were planning on getting some cross-country touring skis, you simply stood next to the skis, held your arm above your head, and if they ski tops hit your wrist, they were the right size. Today, cross...
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Cross country skiing is an excellent form of exercise in the winter, and it offers many possibilities for fun and adventure, from track skiing at cross country resorts to light backcountry touring or "hiking" on skis. Selecting a pair of cross co...
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Winter road trips are fun and fast getaways for a ski or snowboarding weekend. Car-mounted carriers or racks provide a convenient solution to transporting irregular-sized gear while optimizing space for luggage and passengers inside the vehicle. ...
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Snowshoe Mountain is a West Virginia ski resort that offers lodging options from hotels to mountain chalets. The resort is divided into six neighborhoods: Mountain Base, North Mountain, South Mountain, Silver Creek, West Ridge and Village Central...
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Snowboarding grind rails can be made out of a couple different materials, but the easiest way to build one on your own is by creating a box grind rail with simple supplies you can find at a hardware store. The ideal length of a box rail is about ...
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Once you are comfortable skiing down mountain trails, you are at the point where you can learn tricks on the skis. To do these tricks, you need to be well-fitted in your equipment, as well as very comfortable with your ability on skis. One of the...
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Having the right skiing and snowboarding gear can be a deciding factor between a comfortable day of riding or a painful, frustrating ordeal. When choosing the best skiing and snowboarding gear, finding the best selling gear is generally a safe wa...
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Anyone who spends a fair amount of time in the snow knows that snow goggles are an essential piece of gear. Whether you're snowboarding, skiing or mountain climbing, a pair of snow goggles provides comfort and safety from the dangers of a snowy e...
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In the early days of alpine skiing, those who wanted to zip down the mountain had to find a way back up to go again. Thus, the sport dragged in popularity until mountains began installing a mechanized means of ascent--the chairlift.
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More than a dozen establishments offer ski-and-stay packages in Mount Shasta. In Northern California, Mount Shasta offers 425 acres of skiable terrain, has 32 trails with three triple chairs, one rope tow and one conveyor lift and has a vertical ...
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Experienced skiers know that keeping your skis tuned and your bases waxed is the key to ski performance. Serious skiers will likely invest in a ski tuning bench, complete with a clamp system that can be used to hold a wide variety of skis, as wel...
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Though most skiers opt for manufactured ski racks that have conveniences like locking mechanisms and the ability to hold both snowboards and skis (some even have tilt angles for skis and snowboards with big bindings), it is possible to make your ...
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Shin bang is a painful condition that afflicts many skiers at least once during their ski lifetime. Lindsey Vonn had a severe case of it coming into the 2010 Winter Olympics, and was almost prevented from racing. While Vonn's shin pain was caused...
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Flat feet is a foot structural imbalance characterized by the flat arch on the inside of the feet. Skiers with this condition may experience discomfort when wearing ill-fitting ski boots. According to the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and...
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New Hampshire is essentially where the first ski lifts in the U.S. opened. The first resort-based ski school in the country was opened in Sugar Hill, in 1929.
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Snow games for girls provide fun in the winter. Winter means cold and excessive amounts of time spent inside, but playing games outdoors can break the cycle of constantly being indoors. Snow provides the perfect opportunity for games. Skiing and ...
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In the United States, most ski lodges are located in snowy regions of the country such as New England, the Rocky Mountains of the West, the Wasatch range in Utah or the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California. But numerous lodges also can be found ...
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The evolution of ski equipment has made the sport much more accessible to novices and intermediates. Many skiers build a ski "quiver," selecting different skis depending on the conditions and terrain. Finding the best gear is a matter of assessin...
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The earlier you expose children to the sport of skiing, the more likely they will continue to enjoy the sport as adults. Many children start skiing between the ages of 2 and 6. Many ski goggle manufacturers have created a children's line of produ...
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The earlier you introduce a child to skiing, the more likely she is to progress and embrace skiing as a lifetime activity. Many of the best skiers start as young as 2. However, ski boots are not made small enough for kids 4 and younger. For these...
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When choosing a snowboard for a child, consider factors such as riding style, budget and experience level. Graphics, flex and size are the main differences between children's and adult's boards. Snowboards are often categorized by riding style, w...
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Maryland is not full of locations for skiing. There is one located in the northwest area of the state. However, if you are in Maryland, you don't have to be discouraged. There are a couple of ski resorts within just a few miles of the Maryland st...
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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 meant ...
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Knowing how to mount your Marker ski bindings gives you the opportunity to do your own work without having to rely on a ski shop to prepare your equipment for you. You'll be able to experiment with different skis more easily to find the right equ...
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Marker ski bindings can be mounted to almost any pair of skis, allowing you the opportunity to move hardware from one ski to another when you're buying new skis or setting up a different pair of skis. By mounting the bindings yourself, you'll sav...
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Tarring wooden skis helps protect them and make them last longer. It is typically done once a year in the spring after the snow season to seal any scrapes that might have occurred in the winter. If you ski at locations that are more abrasive, you...
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Michigan offers a variety of getaways suited for all types of people--from the avid outdoors enthusiast to the couple looking for a romantic, tranquil setting. Northern Michigan, in particular, is a hidden gem of the Midwest, with its access to m...
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Jackson, in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, is known for its downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking and picturesque New England landscape complete with covered bridges and white steeples. It is located at the south end of Pinkham Notch a...
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Burton is the largest snowboard company in the world. It's also one of the oldest. Burton offers a selection of children's boards for both girls and boys. Burton also offers kids bindings and boots, making it easy to put together a full package.
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While most dedicated skiers who need corrective lenses prefer to get goggles with prescription lenses, some skiers still prefer to wear their own glasses, then put a pair of goggles over them. Most manufacturers specify which goggles work with gl...
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Ski goggles are a necessary protective gear for all skiers. Aside from ultraviolet ray protection, it offers coverage from hazards present on the mountain including harsh winds, ice particles, snow, twigs and branches. Also, the sun's reflection ...
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Choosing snowboarding equipment for kids can be a complex process since manufacturers offer many models. Finding the fit that matches the child's ability level and riding style ensures safety and a fun experience on the slopes. Graphics and size ...
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Skiing isn't only restricted to the giant mountains in Colorado, Utah, and California. On the contrary, the mountains on the east coast offer the opportunity for skiing as well--including those in Pennsylvania. One of the most visited mountain ra...
