Men's vs. Women's Skis: What's the Difference?

Questionis there a diffrence between men and women skis i just bought a pair of atomic beta carv 9.18 skis but found out there a womens ski will this give

Can Overweight People Ski? Tips & Considerations

QuestionHello -- Im 55, 56 and weigh 226.  Seventeen years ago, I put down my skis, ending four years of instructing 4-to-8 year olds in skiing. &nbs

Best All-Mountain Skis for Intermediate Skiers: Recommendations & Reviews

QuestionHi Ron, I am 46yrs old and live in Perth, Western Australia. I have just spent 10 days in Vail and another 10 days in Park City.Have been skiing on

Best Kids' Skis for Deer Valley & Park City | 8 & 9 Year Olds

QuestionI would like to buy skis for my daughters.  We ski Deer Valley and Park City for 1-2 weeks a year, They have been skiing for 5 years, Mostly w

Base Waxing: How Much Wax to Remove After Hot Waxing?

QuestionAfter hot waxing the base.    How much wax should by scraped off?. for example :  leave a thin layer? , scrape it till there is

P-Tex Base Repair: Addressing Sensitivity and Scratches

QuestionHi First I would like to thank you on your reply on waxing.  I already ordered Hertel FC 739 race wax. Now if you could help me with this prob

Shorter Skis for Moguls: A Guide for Advanced Skiers

QuestionI currently ski in New England; Id call myself advanced intermediate (learned to ski at 21; go about 20 days per year for the past 10 years). Im 42

Hot Boxing Snowboards & Skis: Benefits, Risks & Expert Insights

QuestionHi Ron, I decided to do some research on the internet about hot boxing. I found lots of mixed reviews. Some people (especially who builds them) sa

Choosing the Right Ski Length: Rossignol Bandit B1 & Your Ski Size

QuestionQUESTION: Hey Ron, Im an intermediate-advanced skier that skis on mostly groomed/piste. Im 6ft, 180lbs and have been using 178cm skis, however im i

Ski vs. Snowboard for Beginners: Which is Easier to Learn?

QuestionIm going on a ski trip in a couple days for spring break (totally last minute for me so Ive had no time to really prepare) and I was wondering whic

Best New Skis for Chicago & Wisconsin Skiing After a Break

QuestionHi Ron: I have been skiing off and on for the last 16 years (more years ago) and recently skied at Winter Park Colorado and decided that I would l

Nordica Speedmachine Mach 2 vs. Mach 3: Stability & Control for Experienced Skiers

QuestionHey Ron, I demoed Nordicas Speedmachine Mach 2s and was very impressed with the way they keep the tips down, regardless. Getting older, have less i

Skiing with ACL Laxity: Recommendations & Concerns

QuestionHi there Great site. I  injured my left ACL about 14 yrs ago and have been skiing since with no problems (or surgery) until last year. I got a

Snowboard Bindings: Men's vs. Women's Compatibility & Sizing

QuestionHi, Im a beginner snowboarder and wanted to know: If I get a mens snowboard can I put womens bindings on it or do they not fit? Answerhi and thank

Skiing with a Possible Toe Injury: What You Need to Know

Questioncan i go skiing with a brused/not really fracturef toe??? even if this isnt in your catagory, please answer!!! AnswerHi Lola, Its tough to know

Choosing the Right Ski Length for Tahoe Terrain - Salomon X-Wing vs. Fischer RX Red Heat

QuestionI am so ready for a new pair of clearance ski deal now, have been skiing K2 Three 178 for 10 years, a nice fast groomer carver but too long on mogu

Choosing the Right Junior Skis & Recovering from Skiing Injuries

QuestionQUESTION: hi lisa my children are 10 and 12 and just under 5ft tall with slim build. My 12yr old is a low intermediate and my 10yr old is a high

Choosing the Right Ski Length: A Guide for Parabolic Skis

QuestionHi Ron, I am finally making the move to a parabolic ski.  I have been skiing a 190 K2 GS ski and I just tried the Atomic Highnoon.  What

Choosing the Right Ski Length: A Guide for Intermediate Skiers

QuestionRon: I AM 50 YEARS OLD, 5-5 165 LBS., LEVEL 5 INTERMEDIATE SKIER.  SO FAR I STICK WITH GROOMED SLOPES BUT WOULD LIKE TO VENTURE OFF PISTE MORE

Skiing for Beginners: Safety, Rentals, Gear & What to Wear

QuestionHI. My family is going on a ski trip next Christmas and I had a few questions... If you have never gone skiing before is it dangerous? Do you need