Best Cross Country Ski Boots for Wide Feet (NNN Bindings)

QuestionI have very wide feet and am looking for a pair of cross country touring boots.  No stores nearby to try them on so Ill need to buy from the i

Best Skis for Advanced Skiers: Expert Recommendations

QuestionHi, I need help!  Ive been skiing for over 15 years (since I was 10, Im now 26), and am buying my own skis for the first time.  My previo

Buying Used Ski Boots & Skis: A Beginner's Guide for 1st Timers

QuestionI would like to buy ski equipment mainly to have more time to ski because it can take a long time waiting in line to rent skis.  I am 56 years

Best Skis for Larger Skiers (6'3", 280 lbs) - Denver Skiing

QuestionHi Lisa,   You did such a great job with recommendations for me that I thought Id ask you about my husband.  I looked around the other p

Skiing Copper Mountain in January: Gortex Shell Suit Warmth?

QuestionWe are taking another ski vacation in January to Copper Mt., CO.   This year I had to buy a new jacket & pants.  The sales person (i

Best Ski Recommendation for Strong Legs & Knee Support

Questionneed direction.  have been on atomic B5 for 4 to 5 years and love sidecut and big shovels.  however bad knees are sometimes an issue, esp

Best Skis for Junior Racers: Dynastar Omneglass 64 140 & Recommendations

QuestionMy son is a 1st year J4 racer.  He has not had alot of success on the race course yet and is becoming frustrated by it. He loves racing though

Salomon Ski Boot Repair & Replacement Parts - Find What You Need

QuestionWhere can I find replacement parts for ski boots?  I have a long-stored pair of (ladies) Salomon SX 82 ski boots...white with turquoise trim..

Best Skis for a Beginner High School Ski Racer?

QuestionI have a son who is on the JV ski team (he is a freshman) for his high school.  He is a good skier who can ski all terrain, including glades,

Finding the Right Women's Ski Size: A Guide for Beginners

QuestionI have a 14 yr old daughter. She is 55 and 140lbs. I was wondering what size womens ski she should be in. She is beg to inter. Skining in New Engla

Ski Boots & Skis for Beginner/Intermediate Skiing - Recommendations Needed

QuestionI will be getting back into skiing after 15 years. In the past I only skied green and sometimes blue for fun on skis I purchased 26 years ago. Im 6

Backcountry Ski Setup for Cross-Country & Snowshoeing: A Beginner's Experience

QuestionIm a competent cross country skier and mountain snowshoer.  I wanted a simple back country ski set up which I thought would enable me to ski w

Skiboards vs. Skis: Which is Right for Beginner Skiers?

QuestionI am a travel agent who has a client wanting to rent blades instead of regular skis.  Someone told him they are easier. He has skied before on

Can You Use Downhill Ski Boots for Alpine Touring?

QuestionI would like to try AT skiing and would like to know if I can use my downhill ski boots.  The reason I ask is because I have always had fit pr

Nordica Speedmachine 8 vs. Sportmachine 8: Key Differences & Skiing Ability

QuestionHello Can you please tell me the difference between these 2 boots Mens Nordica Speedmachine 8 and Mens Nordica Sportmachine 8 Ski Boots? Has it

Freestyle Skiing Advice for Young Skiers: Overcoming Fear and Improving Tricks

QuestionHi.  I am fourteen years old, and i need some advice on freestyle skiing.  I have been skiing since i was four, but only learned about

Vintage Rossignol Skis & Poles - Condition & Value Assessment

QuestionSnow Skis and Poles   QUESTION: I have an old set of skis that I retrieved from storage. I used them in the 70s and put them aside for longer

Skiing on Hard Snow & Ice: Tips for K2 Recon Skis

QuestionHi, I just brand new 2008 K2 recons in  plastic I skied on them about 8 times. Did not do any tuning, since they were new. I had very good imp

Ski & Boot Maintenance: Preparing for Next Season & Off-Season Storage

QuestionHi Lisa, What should I do to prepare my ski equipment for next season? Also, how should I store my skies and boots in the off season? Thanks in ad

Ski Boot Comfort Issues: Addressing Slippage and Wear

QuestionHi Lisa!  I have had my boots for 10 years.  They have always been really comfortable.  I ski 8-10 times a season.  I have foun