Choosing the Right Race Skis: Junior vs. Adult - A Guide

QuestionMy son is an intermediate 13 year old J3 racer with a local ski team.  He is 59 and 160 pounds.  He is not a super aggressive or technica

Twin Tip Skis for Powder, Bumps & Trees: Recommendations & Length

QuestionHi Cynthia- Ive been skiing all my life, mostly in the east.  I am taking two trips out west and want to get a twin tip ski for powder, bumps

Buying Skis at a Ski Swap: A Guide for Beginners

QuestionHi, My 15-year-old son has been skiing five or six times over the last three years, but really wants to do more skiing this year. Cost is an issue,

Best J-5 GS Skis for a Growing Skier (55"/68 lbs)

QuestionI touched based with you last fall about my son who was in a 125 Elan RCX.  We skiied the J-6 season in that ski--as I suspected, it was a bit

Remounting Ski Bindings on Glass-Reinforced Skis: A Guide

QuestionHi, bought a used pair of K2 (712t) skis for my daughter. They were a great deal, however when I got them home I noticed the Salomon S647 rear bind

Finding Replacement Screws for Salomon Ski Bindings

QuestionHi, In getting my skis sharpened, the shop broke the screw that screws the bindings to the ski.  On this ski, an old Salomon Scream, the bind

Snowboarding Conditions: Interpreting Base Depth & Current Snow Report

QuestionI want to go snowboarding this week and the mountain has a base snow depth of 45 and a mid snow depth of 50. Surface Conditions: Groomers are in go

Ski Pant Size Guide: Finding the Right Fit for Andorra

QuestionHi. I am going skiing next month to Andorra. Im looking to buy my own Ski pants however, I dont know whether Im a small or medium. I am 6ft2in tall

Libtech Skis Review & Information | All-Mountain Performance

QuestionHey, Windlover... I was wondering if you had any info on Libtech skis. They are relatively new on the scene (3-4 years). I am looking to pick up th

Adjusting Ski Bindings: Safety & DIY vs. Professional Help

QuestionLisa I recently purchased a pair of used kids skis with Marker M1.2 bindings. When we got home my sons boots would not fit.  Is there an easy

Best Shaped Skis for Advanced Skiers: Expert Advice & Recommendations

QuestionI am looking for advice on purchasing a new set of skis. I am 39 yrs old, 5-10 155lbs. I consider myself to be an extremely good skier, bordering o

Marker M27 Twin Cam Binding DIN Setting Guide for Advanced Skiers

QuestionWhat is the correct setting on marker m27 twin cam bindings for an expert skiier weighing 135 AnswerHey Charlie, DIN settings are based on weight

Best Skis for Expert Skiers: Recommendations & Considerations

QuestionHi Cynthia, thank you in advance for your help. BACKGROUND INFO: Age 46 (in very good athletic shape), Weight 180-200 lb, height 57, Country USA

Best Ski Equipment for 15-Month-Old: Where to Buy & What to Look For

QuestionI have taught skiing to children and adults. Can you recommend where I can get some ski equipment and what kind for a child 15 months of age. Answ

Ski Binding to Boot Compatibility: A Buying Guide

QuestionI am trying to buy used ski equipment.  When I come across skis with certain bindings (ie maker m18 or m29 bindings) how do I figure out what

Removing Essmatic Bindings from Skis: A Quick Guide

Questionlisa, i have a pair of essmatic, 310em v.a.r. bindings that i want to remove from the skies they are on.  i cant seem to get to the fastening

Best Skis for 11-Year-Old Skiers: Size & Type Guide

QuestionHello, My son is an advanced beginner to an intermediate skier.  Our neighbor has been able to fit him with Nordica boots, poles, helmet but u

Fischer Sport 170 Skis & Look Z5 Bindings: Are They Still Good?

QuestionHi there. I am 5 4 1/2, weigh about 146,  I currently ski on rented 160 parabola (sp?) skis, at an Intermediate level, (black diamonds). &nbs

Ski Warranty Claim: Accident & Potential Damage

QuestionHi, I was using a pair of demo Nordic skis on the weekend and had a crash, no worse than Ive had before, got up and kept skiing. At the end of the

Skiing Troubles: Sudden Difficulty & Possible Causes

QuestionHi Lisa- Help!! I am a fairly solid intermediate skier.  I have been skiing 10 ?15 times a year for the past 5 years, and 4-5 times a year for