Ever wondered what these two similar words mean? Are they the same or do they have different meanings? A ski is a noun with the…
Thankfully ski pants have evolved from the comedy ‘plus fours’ of the 1920’s. But even today they are still pretty baggy. Why is that? And…
When out skiing on a cloudless day it’s easy to forget the danger of the natural elements. Stronger sunlight at higher altitudes, UV rays and…
The cost of a ski lift ticket is routinely the most expensive item when booking a ski vacation. Why do they cost so much and…
We have all looked out of our chalet or hotel windows at night to see the headlights of snowcats (piste machines), as they roam the…
When first starting out skiing it is always a dilemma whether to buy or rent ski equipment and clothes. You can save a bundle by…
Ski socks can be your best friend and your worst enemy. For such a simple piece of clothing, they can make your day a whole…
The ski boot is arguably the most important piece of kit. Sure you need the ski, but unless you are properly attached to your skis…
There are a few questions that loom large in every new skier’s mind: “How do I get off the lift?” “How do I turn?” And…
Finding a pair of ski boots that fit right out of the box perfectly will be nearly impossible for most people. We all know that…
The cost of ski equipment can add up quickly, especially if you are just starting off. Probably one of your biggest, yet most essential expenses…
Staying balanced and in control, while you’re skiing depends almost entirely on where you put your weight. Skiing will always be safer and more fun…
It’s a funny old thing, watching talented skiers hitting the gates all the time on the way down the slope. It looks like they are…
Uncomfortable, ill-fitting ski boots can ruin your day on the slopes. You know how miserable the wrong pair of ski boots can make a day…
Being a ski instructor comes with plenty of perks from free season passes to discounted meals, not to mention you get to be on the…
As is the case with most athletes who make it to the pros, training starts early in life. Many times we hear professional skiers described…
Speed is of the essence and we all want more of it when on the slopes. There are so many variables when it comes to…
Snowboarding and Surfing Both snowboarding and skiing are incredibly challenging and acutely rewarding, and it is possible to be skilled and talented at both, but…
Skiing has been around for a long time and can be traced back to warfare and hunting from the 18th Century, but they date back…
Once you feel comfortable on skis, you might want to challenge yourself and test out your snowboarding skills. Many people start on skis, especially young…
The process of learning to ski is subjective, and there is no way to tell if one will find it a struggle or find it…
It is one of the more challenging aspects of skiing, and it is also something that many skiers avoid, but moguls are here to stay….
How To Ride The Button Equally terrifying and hilarious, the button lift or Poma is an intrinsic part of the ski and snowboard experience. Here…
An annual ski vacation is the highlight of the winter months for countless families around the world. There is no better way to relieve some…
