Category: Info for Beginners

In North America, there are three main ski slope grades: Green Circle Blue Square Black Diamond In this article I'll address all the differences between Blue Square and Black Diamond...

If you're looking to rent ski equipment, you'll have noticed that there are often three types of skis available: Demo skisPerformance/ premium skisSport/ basic skis But what is the difference...

There are many types of skiing, the most popular being: Downhill (alpine/ on-piste skiing)Backcountry (off-piste)Cross-country (Nordic) Backcountry and cross-country skiing are often confused...

The binding placement on a snowboard affects the riders stance and how the board feels in different conditions and performs for different styles of riding. In this article I'll be looking at the...

Snowboarding can be an expensive hobby and equipment is pricey regardless of whether or not you rent it or buy it outright so many people look for cheaper alternatives. However, using the right...

The flexibility of a ski greatly impacts how it feels and performs. It's very important that you choose a pair of skis which have the right level of stiffness for your physique, style and ability...