Optimal Carving Skis for Your Height & Weight: A Guide

QuestionIn the beginning of the year we went to Avoriaz in France for a ski holiday and will be going again in January 2010. We had training for the basics

Best Skis for Advanced Skiers: Finding the Right Fit & Comfort

QuestionHi, I am an advanced skier, 48 kg, 164 cm height, 26 years old. At the moment i am skiing with a Wolkl racetiger sl 155 cm and Atomic RT cs 120 fle

Ski Storage Best Practices: Hanging vs. Waxing

QuestionQUESTION: Is it OK to store skis face to face hanging by their tips between two wooden pegs ?  We store them in a dry basement at 55 to 65 deg

Understanding DIN Settings for Ski Bindings: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionQUESTION: Whats so special about setting ones DIN.  I thought they just use a chart for your age,ht,wt,ski length, and ability.. ANSWER: Hi J

Mike Dempsey Ski Instructor Course: Insider Information & Details

QuestionHi I was wondering if you could help me out I am wanting to do my ski instructor coarse and I have been recommended to do the Mike Dempsey one but

Ski Training Options Near Washington D.C. for Snowsports Competitor

QuestionWe are based in the UK and flying to DC on 16 December. We  are looking to  have a week skiing prior to flying to join family in Florida

Best Ski Resorts for Expert Telemark Skiers: Powder & Fewer Crowds

QuestionI am an expert tele skier and I want to visit one of the following (or other) resorts this winter. I am looking for challenge, as much powder as po

Salomon Ski Damper Repair & Replacement - Expert Advice

QuestionI have a pair of 7 year old Salomon XScream skis, from which the damper fluid is leaking. This fluid is inside the V-shaped anti vibration devices

Best Canadian Snowboarding Resorts for Beginners: A Guide

QuestionHi Windlover! Im planning on taking my sister snowboarding for the first time next year (Jan - Feb)and was hoping that you might be able to sugges

Best Race Skis for a 14-Year-Old High School Skier

QuestionQUESTION: My 14 year old son, who will turn 15 this winter, is a very strong skier, but his racing has been limited to a couple of NASTAR GS races

Foot Pain and Numbness in Boots: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHello, I get numb painful feet in my boots which i have been advised by a ski physio is down to tight calf muscles making my heels lift. I have b

Finding the Right Ski Length: A Guide for Intermediate Skiers

QuestionHi, I am a beginner to intermediate skier that has only skied once a year at Steamboat for the last 4 years.  I am 59, ~ 150lbs and would like

SL vs. GS Skis for Young Ski Racers: Should Your Daughter Have Two Pairs?

QuestionMy Daughter is 11 years old and a 6th year ski racer.  She is ranked very high in the midwest and is a strong skier with excellent technique.

Best Beginner Skis for 12-Year-Olds: Expert Recommendations

QuestionMy son is just learning to downhill ski.  He is 12 yrs old, 5 11 and weighs 90 pounds.  What is the best, most economical ski to get for

Best Telemark & Carving Skis for Advanced Skiers - Grip & Flexibility

QuestionI am an advanced telemark and alpine skier and intermediate rider on carving boards, with some recreational racing experience. Now I am working on

Marker 1200 Bindings on K2 Seth Vicious Skis: A Good Match?

QuestionI have just purchased a pair of used k2  seth vicious skis the previous owner has mounted marker 1200 bindings with the power piston board and

Choosing the Right Cross-Country Ski Boots & Skis: A Guide for Intermediate Skiers

QuestionHi, Lisa: I am a 55, 130 lb. intermediate cross-country skiier. This will be my fourth year skiing. I am a 40-year-old woman, and am so glad to hav

Skiing for Beginners: Tips for First-Time Skiers (Weight Management Success Story)

QuestionHi Lisa, I read a posted note about a skiier who had previous experience skiing, but since had gained some weight due to a thyroid problem. Unfortu

Ski Size Guide: Finding the Right Length for Your Height & Skill

QuestionI am 62 and I weigh 165 pounds. I guess Im an intermediate skier and I would like to know what size of skis to buy? Thank you AnswerDear Travis --

Atomic SX 10 Skis Review: A Good Upgrade from Head C140?

QuestionHello Lisa, I bought recently the atomic sx10 skis. Before these I had the Head C140. I am a good skier 178 cm long, 70kg and the atomic are 162 c