Italian Ski Trips: Normally, When the length was the only concern, choosing skis was a simple process. As, ski technology gained sophistication, manufacturers developed the female-specific skis, twin-tip skis for the terrain park and half-pipe, racing skis for competition, carving skis for groomed terrain and powder skis for those who ski in deep snow. The [...]
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2010
On my path to becoming a world champion skier I received a lot of help from others. First from my uncle who skillfully guided me past the usual bad habits that I could see other skiers weren’t getting past. I first skied at age 14. By the time I was 20 I had won my [...]
2010
When it’s the time of the year where you need to go out to the snow capped mountains with you snow skis, then it’s definitely winter time. You need not be an Olympian to appreciate skiing. All you need is to try it and you will understand why millions of people are getting crazy over [...]
2010
Cross-country skiing is a fun way to take in the beautiful back-country trails in winter with your family. What It Is and Where You Can Do It I relish winter snow blanketing the landscape. Luckily, I’ve found a sport that allows me to get exercise and travel on skis without skiing downhill at a resort [...]
2010
Planning a family ski holiday can often seem daunting, particularly if you have little ones. Here are some helpful tips you may not have thought of, which should ensure the whole family have a great time out on the slopes. 1. Get Properly Equipped It’s important, especially for children, to be safe and comfortable. Rent [...]
2010
Water sports have always been admired and loved by all age groups. Those who love the adventure rush to these sports than any other. There are many recreational sports to choose from but what will be more exciting than enjoying the thrills of the nature. Some of them would include white water rafting, canoeing, skiing [...]
2010
BUYING OR HIRING? Every ski season, parents face the problem of whether to buy or hire skis and ski boots for their children. If it’s your child’s first experience of skiing, or you ski only once or twice a year, it’s best to hire. Your child will get the opportunity to try out different brands [...]
2010
Preparing for a ski outing is quick once you use a checklist. Remember the weather when preparing for your ski outing. Start your list from the inside out. Thermal underwear is fairly vital, specifically if the ski trip is in the dead of winter. Next make sure to remember woolen thermal socks another essential that [...]
2010
Until late in the last century every ski was straigh and pretty long. Everything is changed now. They are shorter and the most important they have a shape who give a better feeling when you turn. The feeling of turning easily and on the edges. All mesurement number are approximative. The shape of the ski [...]
