Ins and Outs of Snowskates

A Snowskate can be described as a combination of a snowboard and a skateboard. It allows snowskaters to perform tricks usually done by skateboarders on hard surfaces. The sport of snowskating has grown in popularity. There are a few different snowskates on the market that snowskaters can choose from, made by leading brands in the winter sport industry.

NASA Looks Into Snowboarding Goggle Technology

Anti-glare, anti-fog goggles have long been an essential item for snowboarders. State of the art technology now gives snowboarding enthusiasts the option of incorporating full GPS features in their goggles, thereby having access to real-time statistics such as speed, vertical, altitude, temperature, total distance readings, run-counter, and stopwatch/chrono mode clock. Moreover, the head-mounted, full color LCD display provides features such as Google maps overlay, and logging of averages, as well as maximum and minimum statistics over several days. A micro USB port allows for data transfer and charging – and all this in a package weighing just 257 grams.

Selecting a Snowboard

The sport of snowboarding is an activity that the entire family can enjoy, but to get started one always needs the right equipment. Finding a suitable board can be a daunting task, especially with the number of different types of boards and manufacturers on the market. The first step in buying a snowboard is to decide which snowboarding discipline appeals to you, and after that you can hit the shops with confidence. A few important pieces of advice can also go a long way.

Experience the Thrill of Airboarding

Airboarding has certainly grown in popularity since its creation some ten years ago. Joe Steiner invented the concept of airboarding, and it has been a favorite winter sport across Europe. The younger generation seems to be catching onto the sport more eagerly than adults, as the older crowd is generally a little wearier of the high speeds that airboarders reach. And going down a slope head first is not everyone’s cup of tea.

The Ski Force Winter Tour 2009

On the 21st and 22nd of November 2009, the Val Thorens Resort will be hosting a spectacular event, known as the Ski Force Winter Tour. What makes this event so exciting is that participation is free of charge and all the big names in skiing equipment will be on hand offer their latest releases for [...]

Nivalia Ski Show 2009

To kick off the winter season in Spain, the Nivalia Ski Show 2009 will be held on the 16th and 18th of November 2009. It is a show that has all the latest equipment on display and for sale, and due to the success of the second hand market, it will once again be one [...]

The Ottawa Ski Show 2009

For three days, from the 23rd to the 25th of October 2009, the leading brands in skiing and snowboarding equipment will be under one roof, at the Ottawa Civic Centre. Both international and local exhibitors will be attending the Ottawa Ski Show 2009, including manufacturers, retailers and wholesalers. Ski resorts will also be in attendance [...]

Ski Swap Open House 2009

The Ski Swap Open House 2009 will take place at the Mount St Louis Moonstone resort in Canada on the 24th and 25th of October 2009. These kinds of events are quite popular with most resorts around the world and are not only for skiing enthusiasts to enjoy a day of fun and entertainment, but [...]

Moscow International Ski Salon 2009

The 16th Moscow International Ski Salon will once again bring the various contributors to skiing and snowboarding tourism together under one roof and showcase every aspect of winter sports in the country. Exhibitors will be showcasing their products and services that include snowboarding and skiing equipment, mountain rescue equipment, sport shops, insurance, hotels, resorts, snow [...]

The Boston Globe Ski & Snowboard Expo 2009

Each year, the Boston Globe Ski & Snowboard Expo attracts thousands of skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts each year. It is one of the largest consumer expos and shows, and the very best in gear and equipment is available to those attending the festival. Over and above the companies showcasing their products, the expo offers interactive [...]

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