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Ski Waxing Do It Yourself: Learn How to Apply Wax to Alpine Skis

ski waxing instructions

Learn how to apply wax to skis
People who learn ski waxing ‘do it yourself’ techniques benefit in many ways. The biggest of which is obviously a financial benefit. Skiing is a sport that costs money.
Plain and simple.
Traveling to the resort, buying or renting skis and equipment, and getting a lift ticket: these are all things [...]

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Learn the Basics of Snow Skiing: Beginners Tips and Tricks

basics of snow skiing beginner tips

So, you want to be a snow bunny? Well, first things first: you’ve got to learn the basics of snow skiing. Before you ride the lift to the top of the mountain and carve your way through moguls and powder bowls back to the lodge, there are steps you must take. This article will explore some basics of snow skiing for you to become familiar with before you take the plunge. Let’s get started…

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How to Ski Powder: Top 5 Tips and Techniques for Powder Skiing

skiing powder tips

Despite what you may think, learning how to ski powder is not as difficult as it may sound. If you are already an experienced downhill skier, making the switch from a harder surface of snow to powder is a fairly simple process. As long as you know the basic fundamentals of how to snow ski, you will be able to work your way through powder after a mere afternoon of trial and error. The two most important things that should stay in your mind while you are learning how to ski powder are…

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How to Ski Your First Blue Slope

skiing your first blue run

You’ve been skiing for a while and are confident on the green beginner slopes. They’re starting to get boring, and you’re looking for some more adventure. However, when you actually look at a blue intermediate slope, it seems much more steep and intimidating than ever before. Many beginners find themselves in this trap–they can ski straight down a gentle slope but lack the skills to tackle a steeper blue.

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How To Ski Moguls: Ski Experts Teach You Mogul Skiing

how to ski moguls

Moguls are skiing’s agility course. To ski them well, you must make quick, almost reflexive shifts in position and balance on terrain that changes from moment to moment. More than any type of skiing, mogul skiing requires practice, practice and more practice. Although there are different ways to ski moguls, the best skiers’ skis rarely lose contact with the snow. The goal is to flow with the bumps while absorbing the variances in terrain as you go.

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