When choosing your ski poles, it is incredibly important that you get the right ski pole length for your height and body. If you get poles that are too short or too tall, you could have a lot of trouble controlling your path down the slopes, or even injure yourself. Downhill ski pole sizing can […]
When you’re skiing gracefully down a mountain at anywhere between 10 to 25 miles per hour, it’s easy to forget about the bindings that are holding your feet securely to your skis. However, your ski bindings are one of the most important components of your gear. In fact, without your bindings, it would be nearly […]
In order to ensure as much safety as possible on the hillside, it’s important that the ski bindings you’re using are mounted and fitted properly. Not only are these designed to prevent leg injuries while skiing, but they’re actually the main component that keeps your skis securely locked to your feet, allowing you to maintain […]
Simple Tricks For Fog-Free Skiing Ask almost any skier out there, and they’re almost sure to tell you that skiing is one of the most liberating, breathtaking experiences they know. Some might even go so far as to compare their time on the mountain to a religious experience. In fact, world-famous Norwegian explorer and ski […]
Skiing and snowboarding are both extremely exhilarating experiences that can easily grab hold of a person’s sense of excitement and adventure at the same time. And for those who approach either of these two sports with an open mind, they usually just can’t get enough of the rush that they’ll find out on the slopes. […]
Introduction Ski boots form the essential connection between your feet and your skis. For this reason, it is important to have a pair that properly mold and contour to your feet while still being protective and comfortable. Besides considering style and size, there are several important considerations that go into finding the best ski boots […]
There’s no doubt that ski helmets can be pretty expensive, especially when we’re talking about buying a brand-new, high-quality helmet. But, unfortunately, a ski/snowboard helmet’s high price tag doesn’t mean that it’s indestructible, or that you won’t need to take regular care of it, or that it’s going to last forever. In fact, as a […]
I don’t care if you’re new to the sport, or if you’ve been skiing since the very first day, you can’t deny the fact that skiing is an intense, arduous physical activity. Sure, from the bottom of the hill, throughout the chalet window, it might look like skiers are slowly making their way down a […]
If you’ve ever spent time shopping around for skis, I’m sure you’ve noticed that no two pairs of skis are built exactly the same. In fact, almost every manufacturer out there has its own patented ski materials and methods for producing their skis, and each one claims that their designs have specific advantages for certain […]
Skiing can be a ton of fun for people of all ages. But not only is it fun, it can also be great exercise and is an ideal way to get outside to enjoy some fresh air during the colder months of the year. However, one of the hardest choices that skiers have to make […]