Marker 1200 Titanium & Rossignol Bandit B1 Compatibility - Expert Advice

QuestionRon, I saw your reponse to Trevor on Marker 1200s on Mantras and had a very similar question.  I had a pair of unmounted Rossiginol Bandit B1

Best Skis for Young Racers: Finding the Right Fit for Your 7-Year-Old

QuestionWhat ski would you recommend for a small 7 year old boy racer.  He skied on 100cm skis last year.  I was trying to buy an atomic gs 11.

Becoming a Snowboarding Instructor in Australia: A Guide

QuestionQUESTION: hi lisa i have been looking at doing a snowboard instructors course in Australia, where i live. i was just wondering how to go about it.

Snowboard Size Guide: Finding the Right Length for Your Height & Weight

QuestionHello, I am a 5 foot 6 inch girl who is about 118 pounds, how tall of a snowboard do i need? AnswerHi Lauren, The rule of thumb for snowboard siz

Snowsuit Warmth & Ventilation: Is Fur Lining a Good Idea?

QuestionHi Glenn, I just have a simple question for you.  Im looking to purchase a new snow outfit for the upcoming season, and I have a set in mind b

Snowboard Base Waxing: Fluorine-Free Strategies for Optimal Performance

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Ron, i was reading one of your answers regarding waxing the first time a snowboard. there was one comment that you said which caught m

Fluor wax alternatives & affordable ski maintenance solutions

QuestionHi Ron with reference to your last reply regarding fluoro wax. Loads of things I didn抰 consider luckily im talking to you. However what I forgot t

Fischer RX8 vs. Race SC: Which World Cup Ski is Right for You?

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Ron, I had a couple questions if you could please, I was interested in buying either the Fischer RX8 or the FIscher Race SC ski.(Ple

Repairing Stripped Ski Binding Screw Holes: Options & Best Practices

QuestionIf you strip the holes in a ski during a binding installation I have been told you cant use more than one screw insert per toe or tail piece. Is t

Best Skis for Aggressive Female Skiers: Addressing Chatter & Powder

QuestionQUESTION: I am a 46 year old female who is very athletic.  I like to ski on advanced blues and blacks.  I like the groomed but also have

Fischer RX8 vs. Race SC: Choosing the Right Ski for Your Needs

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Glen, I had a couple questions if you could please, I was interested in buying either the Fischer RX8 or the FIscher Race SC ski fro

Choosing the Right Ski Size: A Guide for Intermediate Skiers

QuestionI am 53 (on a good day!) and about 150 lbs - not a exactly a beginner skier, but not intermediate yet.  I would like a pair of skis that would

Best Race Skis for High School Skiers: Recommendations & Budget-Friendly Options

QuestionQUESTION: You have given great advice for years - thanks. My high school freshman son (150 lbs, 57) will be on the school team this year.  He

Choosing Waterproof & Warm Snow Pants for Vail Season

QuestionSo Im buying some new snowpants online, and without being able to actually see/feel them, Im not sure what I should be looking for. Ill be at Vail

Binding Mounting on Plastic Risers: Glue & Torque Recommendations

QuestionHi when mounting bindings in to a plastic riser plate would you recomend glue in any form and what torque do you recomend or just by feel many than

Best Skis for University Ski Team: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionQUESTION: Hi! Im thinking of joining a university ski team, and I consider myself an intermediate skier (been skiing on and off since age 3) but I

Are 160cm Skis Too Short for a 5'11", 150lb Skier?

QuestionHi Ron, I purchased my first pair of skis - 160cm K2 Comanche Pro skis.  I regret not reading up beforehead and just trusting the sales associ

Are My Skis Too Short? Ski Length Guide & Recommendations

QuestionHi Glenn, I purchased my first pair of skis - 160cm K2 Comanche Pro skis.  I regret not reading up beforehead and just trusting the sales asso

Best Skis for Beginner Carvers: Recommendations for Maryland Skiing

QuestionQUESTION: Greetings. I appreciate your time. First, you must know that I am a penny pincher. I love saving money, thus my purpose for posing this q

Best Fat Skis & Bindings for Alaskan Powder - Expert Advice

QuestionHi Ron, Im in the market for a pair of fat powder skis and bindings for a trip to Alaska next spring.  Im a 511 160 lb man.  I have a pai