Tracks are cut into hills & mountains to create ski runs. In the US and Canada these are called ‘ski trails’. In Europe, they are called...
Category - First Timers
The Videos in this Category have been drawn from the App “SkiTips for 1st Timers” and the eBook “Learn to Ski”. They are aimed at anyone planning a first Winter Sports trip and give a comprehensive insight into what you can expect and what to plan for your first skiing or boarding vacation.
As with any other sporting activity, you will get the most out of your skiing or boarding holiday if you are properly prepared for it. Good exercises...
The first thing you’ll need to do after you’ve checked in to your accommodation is purchase a lift pass for the days that you plan to ski. Daily...
Its worth understanding the color schemes of the ski runs before heading out so that you don’t find yourself on a run that is too difficult for you...
The most common uphill transports are ‘chair lifts’ that you sit on with your skis attached. The best of these are ‘detachable’ chairs that slow down...
All the ski runs are maintained by the resort personnel to keep them in good condition. In Europe, these runs are all marked with colored sticks on...
Skiing and boarding off the groomed runs such as in the woods, in the untracked bowls and on the back sides of the mountain is considered ‘off-piste’...
You can ski in any clothing but apparel made especially for skiing are the best as they will be light and warm and the outer layers will be water...
Wearing layers of light, insulating clothing is warmer than wearing one or two bulky garments. Closest to the skin its best to wear upper and lower...
When you ski or board you need to wear ski gloves so you should buy a good pair of warm gloves or mittens. Many good gloves have Gore-Tex and...