How to Ski
Swooshing down the slopes is a lot of fun, if you know what you're doing and are not just flying down the mountain because you never knew how to stop or turn properly. This eHow will teach you how to...
View ArticleHow to Replace Baskets on Ski Poles
Oftentimes while skiing, the basket at the bottom of a ski pole will break, making the pole ineffective. Instead of buying new poles, pop the broken basket off and put a new one on.
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How to Dress for Skiing
As a new skier, your immediate instinct is to bundle up, wearing every single piece of warm clothing in your wardrobe. Paradoxically, clothing that is too warm will make you feel cold. You work harder...
View ArticleHow to Ski Moguls
With a little practice (well, maybe a lot of practice), you can lose your fear of moguls - those challenging slopes full of hard bumps and mounds of snow.
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How to Make a Hockey Stop on Skis
The hockey stop maneuver, which can be performed on ice or snow, can help you slow down or put on the brakes in an out-of-control situation to come to a complete stop. Learning the hockey stop begins...
View ArticleHow to Ski Powder
Use the right technique and you'll be floating over the newly laid snow instead of sinking down to your ears in the stuff.
View ArticleHow to Store Ski Gear
Modern ski gear is extremely durable. It will put up with heaps of abuse before you actually ruin it--but that doesn't mean you can't. Skis slide better, bindings are safer and boots more comfortable...
View ArticleHow to Repair a Gouged Ski
You've just run your expensive new skis over a sharp rock. Are they ruined? Not at all. Experienced skiers know this is inevitable. Become skilled at this repair, and you'll be in demand at ski cabins...
View ArticleHow to Buy Ski Boots
Even if you ski only a few days per year, there's no substitute for good boots. Proper fit, appropriate level of stiffness, and comfort are essential for a great day of skiing. If you've been renting...
View ArticleHow to Be a Ski Bum
If you are tired of your 9-5 and love the snow then ditch the job and head to the nearest mountain.
View ArticleHow to the Falling Leaf Technique in Skiing
One of the best exercises to build moving balance is the Falling Leaf technique.
View ArticleHow to Slalom Ski
Learning to slalom ski is one of the most advanced techniques of skiing and is used in races in many countries of the world. Learning it can be a time-consuming process; you must first be an...
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How to Ski Jump
Ski jumping is a Nordic ski event that involves skiing down a long grooved ramp and then jumping as far as possible. Points are awarded for distance and style so the longest jumper is not always the...
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How to Stop When Skiing
Being able to control your speed and stop to avoid people or obstacles is the first item in the skiers' responsibility code because it is crucial for snow safety. According to the American Academy of...
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How to Read a Snow Report
A novice skier or snowboarder trying to read a snow report for the first time might become confused. Words like "corn" and "hard pack" seem more suited for a produce stand than the ski slopes. An...
View ArticleHow to Clean Skis
Frequent skiers realize how important it is to regularly clean your skis. Dirty skis look unsightly and can adversely affect your performance. It is especially important to clean your skis before you...
View ArticleHow to Deliver a One-Liner Like Rodney Dangerfield
By any measure, Rodney Dangerfield was a comic legend. Often described as fidgety on stage, Rodney Dangerfield crafted an ultimate loser character that endeared him to audiences for decades. Famous for...
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Stepping into Snow Ski Bindings
The fist step for snow skiing is stepping into the ski bindings. Learn how to properly step into binding with expert skiing tips in this free winter sports video.
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