Ski & Snowboard Gift Ideas for Your Loved One | Expert Advice

QuestionQUESTION: Hello. Ive been in contact with another expect but he hasnt gotton back to me in a bit. I need a Christmas gift answer, so here it is. I

Best Ski Gift Ideas for Your Fiancee: 2024 Gift Guide

QuestionHello. Ive been in contact with another expect but he hasnt gotton back to me in a bit. I need a Christmas gift answer, so here it is. I went to

Choosing & Applying Snowboard/Ski Wax: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionHi Ron, approx a month ago we discussed the issue of selecting the proper wax and you gave me a very detailed tutorial. Besides loads of hints yo

Skiing in Warm, Wet Snow: Waxing & Base Care Solutions

QuestionI have been frustrated by warm and wet snow.  With global warming, the snow has not been reliably cold, thus lots of free water in the snowpac

Best Skis for Advanced Skiers in New England | Expert Recommendations

QuestionQUESTION: Im a 21 year old advanced skier looking to buy a new pair of skis. I抦 in college but ski 4-5 days a week and can handle nearly any trail

Best Telemark Skis for Men: A 2024 Buying Guide

QuestionHi Windlover, I cant decide on a Christmas present for my partner. I know he would really like to open a gift filled with Telemark skiis, but I do

Snowboarding Foot Pain: Causes & Solutions for Goofy Riders

QuestionIm goofy so my right foot is forward, and towards the end of my short Minnesota run, the outside of my right foot begins to ache.  I can get s

Ski Edge Repair & Tuning: Stone Grind vs. Belt Grinding

QuestionQUESTION: Hello Ron,     I bought a pair of demo skis online.  The edges are somewhat rough and scraped.  Will a sto

Ski & Binding Compatibility: K2 Omni Sport & Atomic Neox 412

QuestionI have a pair of K2 omni sport skis 107-70-100 (flat) and I want to mount Atomic Neox 412 bindings on them? Is this possible? AnswerHi Mathew, To

Ski Binding Tension for Beginners: A Guide for Parents

QuestionI bought my 11 yr old daughter 130cm Dynamic skis.  she fits into my old boots. I checked and they fit into the bindings (marker - biotech). s

Left Calf Pain After Skiing: Causes & Relief

QuestionI have been skiing for 3 years, bought new boots at the beginning of 2006 season and had no problems last year.  I took a teleboard lesson in

Understanding Salomon Ski Boot Sizing: 330 vs. 335

QuestionHello, I have a question about Ski Boot Sizing.  I have 2 pair of Salomon SX82 Ski Boots and they have a number on the back and one is marked

Snowboard Base Cleaning: Sintered Base Care & Troubleshooting

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Ron, I have a question regarding cleaning my snowboard base. The natural color of my base is white with some stripes of black. It抯 dif

Overcoming Fear in Skiing: A Beginner's Story & Advice

QuestionHi, I am just back from a week in Austria. Im a total beginner and had a great 2 days initially in ski school. On day 3 the baby slope was very icy

Best Telemark Bindings & Leg Exercises for Endurance

QuestionI am an expert telemark skier but I suffer from burned out legs quite often.  I am curious to know what binding I should be using.  Im 20

Shin Pain After Tibia & Fibula Fracture: Skiing Concerns

Questionhi, i got kicked by a horse 2 years ago which resulted in a spiral fracture of my left Tib and Fib.  i havent skiied for 2 years (moderate, fu

Can I Still Use Old Ski Equipment? - Assessing Safety & Preparation

QuestionI have equipment thats over 20yrs old.  I havent used it in 15yrs.  Its been stored in a carrier since then.  My question is this -

Skiing with Health Concerns: How to Safely Manage a First-Time Skier at 68

QuestionMy mother in law who is 68 is wanting to join us skiing on a family ski outing. She has never skid before,is accident prone, overweight, in poor ph

Atomic 120cm Skis in Colorado: Will They Work?

QuestionHello Ron, I have been skiing on Atomic 120 cm for 4-5 years now. I am planning a trip to CO in March. Will I be able to ski on these skis out west

Binding Grease Application: A Guide to Friction Reduction

QuestionHello, and thank you for your time. I guess I alredy asked my question in the subject :) Thank you for your answer! AnswerDear Linda -- There are