Finding Ski Clubs in the USA: A Guide for Young Skiers

QuestionHello! I am only 15 years old but I have skied for 12 years and because I have the fortune of living in Italy near the Alps i go skiing every week-

Becoming a Ski Instructor: Paths to Certification & Training

Questionmy partner and i are keen to become ski instructors and have seen a 3 month course in whistler for approx 4k each would you recomend this route of

Marco Siffredi: The First Person to Snowboard Down Mount Everest

QuestionMy climbing partner told me recently that a crazy kid attempted to snowboarded down Mount Everest? Who was he and did he survive? AnswerHey Matt,

3-Degree vs. 2-Degree Ski Side Edges: Pros & Cons

QuestionI used to race in college and primarily used a 3 degree side edge. Noow that I will be strictly skiing recreationally Im thinking of sticking to a

Optimal Ski Base & Side Edge Angles for Recreational Skiing

QuestionI raced in college and now will be only skiing recreationally. What would base edge and side edge degrees would you recommend. AnswerYou can use 9

Skiing in Colorado with Short Skis: Performance & Suitability

QuestionI am trying to decide how my skis would perform in colorado. I have really short (155) elans that are stiff and alot of fun out east. Would these s

Ski Length Guide: Choosing the Right Size for Your Height & Ability

QuestionI am 58 (140lbs) and my husband is 60 tall.(190 lbs) Is the relation of a persons height to ski length an accurate one? We will probably ski 1-2 ti

Reported Abusive Behavior on Allexperts.com

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Understanding Ski Clubs in the US: A Guide for Italian Families

QuestionHello i dont know if you will be able to respond to my question but i hope so. Im italian and i have three kids who have gone to ski club all their

Junior Ski Length Guide: Choosing the Right Size for Racers

QuestionMy son is fairly new to ski racing and thinks that his skis are not the right ones.  Hes really pushing to get the right ones this season. Ha

Snowboard Boots & Bindings: Expert Advice for Stiff Response

Questionhi i have been snowboarding for a couple of years, and are looking for some advice on boots and bindings.  i am looking for a stiffer boot, an

Improve Skiing Technique: Tips for Closer Parallel Turns

QuestionDear Cindy, Ive been skiing for about 15 years now (although only a few days per season). I consider myself really still at the intermediate level

Alpine Boots & Touring Bindings: Achieving Versatility for Winter Activities

QuestionHi Lisa. I am a alpine style ckimber and search and rescue in the csacades of Wash state. I would like to keep the versatility of wearing my plasti

Marker 1200 Binding Compatibility with Volkl Mantra - Expert Advice

QuestionI have Marker titanium 1200 glide control binding. Was wanting to know if this would be ok to mount on Volkl Mantra. I can get a wide break for thi

Dynastar Omeglass Jr. Race Skis: Choosing the Right Length for Your Child

QuestionI just purchased a pair of Dynastar Omeglass Jr. race skis for my daughter.  This is the one with the race-plate. (It costs twice as much as t

Ski Base Care: Dealing with Old Wax & Tuning Frequency

QuestionAre my skis damaged if they had the really goopy wax left on all summer? I did that, and I really dont want to damage my skis. Also, how often do I

Snowboard Waxing: Should You Wax Your New Board?

QuestionHi Im kind of new to snowboarding and had a question about waxing my board. I just bought a brang new board and dont know whether or not I have to

Ski Patrol Careers: Salary, Requirements & How to Get Started

QuestionI am a very qualified skier on groomed hills (as i live in Ontario) and would love to work in the ski industry as a career.  The best thing I

Understanding Ski Carving Performance: What to Look For

Questionhow can you tell how fast and well the ski carves. AnswerHi Dustin- Thanks for the question- its a tough one. Are you asking how to tell while in

Ski Binding Lift for Young Racers: Marker M700 on Volkl P50 SL Skis

QuestionMy 11 year old racer is 5 and about 95 lbs.  We recently purchased her a new pair of (older model) volkl p50 136 SL skis that came with Marker