Using Downhill Skis for Cross-Country Skiing: Is It Possible?

QuestionIs there any reason I cannot use my DH ski equipment for skating on wide open groomed cross-country trails? (two hour excursions probably) Answerh

Best Skis & Bindings for a 9-Year-Old Skier - Expert Advice

QuestionHey, My nine y/o girl has been skiing for sport for about 5 yrs. now.  We live in the NE US and ski mostly Vt. but some NY.  She is an ab

Best Ski Length for Tall Skiers: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionI am 65 205 lbs, 54 yrs, ski 5-10 days a year, was once advanced but now I dont ski enough to say Im better than very strong intermediate, able to

Ski Instructor Discounted Lift Tickets in Switzerland: Eligibility & Requirements

QuestionHi Lisa, I am a ski instructor and am in Switzerland for a holiday at the moment.  I was once told that instructors are eligible for discount

Best Racing Skis for Beginners: A Budget-Friendly Guide

QuestionHi, I am a HS senior, very athletic and a good snowboarder (boarding for 15 years mainly @ Jay Pk VT.  My HS ski team coach has been after me

Rejoining Skiing After a Long Break: Tips & California Clinic Recommendations

QuestionQUESTION: Hello, I am a former ski instructor but that was many years ago.  I grew up in the Southern California mountains, and this is where

Ski Boots for Toddlers with Small Feet: Finding the Right Fit

QuestionHi, We have a boy who will be 3 in February. Last season we got him skiing with strap-on skis holding his hands. He loved it and this year wed like

Choosing the Right Skis for Your Child: Junior vs. Adult Sizes

QuestionMy 12 year old daughter is 57, weighs 115 lbs, wears a womans size 10 shoe and is an advanced intermediate skier.  I bought used K2 True Love

Are New Ski Boots Worth the Upgrade? - Salomon Evolution 9.2 Discussion

QuestionHi there. I asked a question back in March 08 which was answered brilliantly so here I am again.  Ive got a vintage pair of Salamon Evolution

Marker M27v Ski Binding Adjustment & Setup - Expert Advice

QuestionQUESTION: I need to move the binding toe piece of an Marker M27v binding about a cm towards the ski tip, but cant figure out how the get to the scr

Fischer RC4 RACE SC PRO RF SP 08/09: Is This Ski Right for You?

QuestionIm going to purchase a Fischer RC4 RACE SC PRO RF SP 08/09. Im 171mts. and 65kgs. I think in 165 for this model. I like short turns and out of pist

Telemark Ski Fitness: A Quick & Effective Pre-Season Workout

QuestionHi Cynthia, I am an intermediate telemark skier. I am 47 and I walk (or hike) as my primary exercise during the rest of the year. I work and have

Finding Bindings for Vintage Volkl Pro 724 Skis with Two Rail System

QuestionI have a pair of new 2005 Volkl Pro 724 skis that I received from a relatives estate. I need to buy bindings, but dont know what fits the two rail

Comanche Pro Ski Review: What You Need to Know

QuestionCan you please, tell me something about SKI COMANCHE PRO. I just received this ski as a gift, and i cant find any info on Internet. Ski are bought

Best Cross Country Ski Boots for Wide Feet (NNN Bindings)

QuestionI have very wide feet and am looking for a pair of cross country touring boots.  No stores nearby to try them on so Ill need to buy from the i

Best Skis for Advanced Skiers: Find Your Perfect Match

QuestionHi, I need help!  Ive been skiing for over 15 years (since I was 10, Im now 26), and am buying my own skis for the first time.  My previo

Buying Used Ski Boots & Skis: A Guide for First-Time Buyers

QuestionI would like to buy ski equipment mainly to have more time to ski because it can take a long time waiting in line to rent skis.  I am 56 years

Best Skis for Larger Skiers (6'3", 280 lbs) - Denver Skiing

QuestionHi Lisa,   You did such a great job with recommendations for me that I thought Id ask you about my husband.  I looked around the other p

Ski Vacation Gear: Is Gore-Tex Enough for Copper Mountain?

QuestionWe are taking another ski vacation in January to Copper Mt., CO.   This year I had to buy a new jacket & pants.  The sales person (i

Ski Recommendation: Balancing Performance & Knee Comfort (Atomic B5 Alternative)

Questionneed direction.  have been on atomic B5 for 4 to 5 years and love sidecut and big shovels.  however bad knees are sometimes an issue, esp