Skiing is a fantastic sport and is a great way to be outdoors and active during the winter. If you’re thinking about taking it up as a past-time, there are a few things you should keep in mind as a beginner. Whether you prefer the rush of downhill speed, or would rather see the scenery […]
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 […]
Wear The Best Ski & Snowboard Goggles (2017 – 2018)
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 […]
5 Good Ski Resorts for Beginners in Colorado
Skiing is not the best winter activity for someone who has never done it before. So, selecting the perfect ski resort for newbies is of utmost importance. That last thing that you want to do is end up with a beginning skier at a resort that doesn’t have any easy slopes. What you need is […]