Tag: equipment
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Snowboarding
The increasingly popular sport of snowboarding is enjoyed by young and old alike around the world. Where there is snow, there is usually someone attempting to snowboard. While it may not be as easy to master as skiing is for most amateurs, the maneuverability of the sport and the popular image that surrounds it continues […]
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Loveland
Loveland Ski Area in Arapahoe National Forest, Colorado, is amongst the highest ski areas of the state. Straddling the Continental Divide, Loveland was established in 1937. As it is not a resort-style ski zone, snow sport enthusiasts will find it less expensive with shorter queues. Stretching across 1 365 acres and taking in the two […]
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The Canyons
The Canyons, located not far from Park City, was opened in 1968, and continues to attract vast numbers to its expansive, snow shrouded landscape. Always improving on what is already amazing, there is no doubt that a vacation at The Canyons is an unforgettable experience. Just how big is The Canyons? 3,500 acres! With that […]
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Ski Cooper
For a great family experience with that personalized touch, Ski Cooper is a great vacation destination. It is located in the San Isabel National Forest and enjoys great scenery, brilliant snow and is close to the historic town of Leadville. Opened in 1942 as a military training site, the resort now shows little influence of […]
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Wolf Mountain
Formerly known as the Nordic Valley Ski Resort, Wolf Mountain is situated just 15 miles outside of Ogden. It has a reputation for being a great community resort, offering some of the most affordable skiing and boarding available in the state. What’s more, it has great terrain for beginners, combined with some of the best […]
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Bindings
You skiing vacation success depends on the bindings you select! Bindings and boots are the link between your body and the skis and snow. Good bindings are well-designed, complex pieces of machinery that make a firm connection between the skis and boots and release when the pressure exceeds the setting. They need to be set […]
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Cottonwood Butte
Cottonwood Butte Ski Resort in north central Idaho, offers an excellent day of skiing not far from the town of Cottonwood. Offering diverse terrain, skiers of all levels of expertise have a great time at Cottonwood Butte. The resort is popular amongst families and is a fantastic spot to learn. Imagine yourself standing at the […]
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Cochran
Cochran Ski Area in Richmond Vermont is renowned as a family ski area with low prices and excellent instruction. A nonprofit ski area, Cochran hosts a variety of skiing and snowboarding programs, particularly aimed at children. Cochran Ski Area also has a great junior race team. So, if you want to learn to ski or […]
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Boots
Using the right gear is vital for a successful skiing vacation. Comfort and protection are key factors when you are out in the snow for seven or eight hours. People on their first Ski vacation would be wise to invest in proper clothes, equipment and shoes. It is possible to hire these at many ski […]
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Kelly Canyon
Kelly Canyon Ski Resort, located in Targhee National Forest of eastern Idaho, is great for the family and boasts a large number of intermediate runs. Founded in 1957, Kelly Canyon continues to attract many skiers and snowboarders to its white powder slopes. As the only resort in the area that offers night skiing, Kelly Canyon […]
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Magic Mountain
Magic Mountain Ski Area in Londonderry, Vermont, not far from Manchester, is well-known as a family ski resort with great expert terrain. Reopened in 1997, Magic Mountain has gone from strength to strength, attracting many to its unspoiled natural landscape. First developed in 1960, Magic Mountain has retained its Swiss alpine village ambiance, appreciated by […]