Just because it’s a non-contact kind of sport, that doesn’t make snowboarding completely risk-free either. Taking a few precautions with gear and attitude can keep you safer when you’re out on your board. Protect Your Eyes Goggles are a must when snowboarding for several reasons. The first is to protect your eyes from flying snow, […]
Essential Snowboarding Gear
Thinking about getting into snowboarding as a fun new way to enjoy some outdoor winter sport? You’ll need a few things before you begin. Below we’ll break down some of the basic necessary gear to get you started. The Snowboard Might as well start with the most important item: the board itself. This is what […]
Skiing vs Snowboarding For Beginners
Perhaps you’re an expert skier and want to try snowboarding for the first time or maybe you’ve never done either and want to know which you should try first. While skiing and snowboarding share some similarities they also have many distinctions. In this article we’ll compare and contrast these two popular winter pastimes. Skiing and […]
Benefits Of Waxing Your Snowboard
You’ve just purchased a new snowboard and while board maintenance may not be foremost in your mind, it won’t be long before you’ll need to consider it. New boards are pre-waxed. So, although you won’t need to wax your board right away, keep in mind that waxing is a beneficial habit you’ll definitely want to […]
Snowboard Care and Maintenance Tips
For snowboard enthusiasts no maintenance task is too mundane. By cleaning, waxing and repairing your board you’ll save money and have a greater appreciation for your board’s performance. All that’s necessary is a little equipment and some basic knowledge to keep your board in running order. Even if this is all new to you, with […]
Essential Beginner Snowboarding Tips
Becoming a skilled snowboarder takes time, practice and patience. If you consider learning to snowboard a progression, you’ll appreciate not only the skills you’re learning but also your time on the mountain. Your goal should be having fun. With that in mind we’ve provided some tips for those just beginning their snowboarding adventure. Are you […]
Wear The Best Ski & Snowboard Goggles (2019 – 2020)
Whether you are heading out to get in a little snowboarding, some skiing or even snowmobile riding, one thing is for certain – you need a good pair of snow goggles. These are essential because they protect your eyes from UV rays and help you to see better when the sun’s rays are bouncing off […]
Europe’s 6 Best Destinations For Weekend Skiing
With the Alps in driving distance, Europe has become a premiere destination for skiers looking to hit the hills and find some good powder, and still get a taste of luxury. Val Thorens on the border of France and Italy is the highest resort in Europe at 2300 meters and as such gets access to […]
Best Ski Destinations in Canada
Everyone starts somewhere. Even the most expert of skiers had a first experience on the piste. When it comes to looking at the best ski destinations one of the prime considerations is the make-up of the party. The destination an expert might pick is likely to be different from one that beginners or a family […]
Best Ski Destinations in the Eastern United States
Vermont might rank 45th in size out of the 50 states, but when it comes to ski resorts, the Green Mountain States pulls rank when the judging criteria turns to snow, with some of the most popular eastern ski resorts located within its borders. Eastern skiing takes some hits because it doesn’t have the size […]