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Get Ready For The Winter

Friday, September 19th, 2008

Even though it’s still calendar summer, all those who plan skiing holiday this winter may want to attend “skiing talks”. They will be held all over the UK in October and November.

The courses have been prepared by the Ski Club of Great Britain and aim to improve our knowledge about different aspects of skiing.

The first talk will take place in Manchester on October 28th in the Chill Factore Snow+Rock store. Fitness and the physiological aspects of skiing will be discused by Warren Smith.

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How About Spring Skiing?

Wednesday, March 26th, 2008


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All skiing fans don’t need to worry about the change of the season. Many of the U. S. resorts offer skiing until almost the end of April. It is possible because of the good level of snow in some parts of the country.

Aspen Highlands in Colorado announced the extended season and skiing will be possible there until the April 27.

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How To Avoid Injuries While Skiing

Wednesday, March 5th, 2008


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Skiers say knees are part of your body the most exposed to injuries while skiing. What can be done about that? Experts say to be prepared. It means that some preparatory exercises are needed and they need to be done in the right way. While skiing very specific muscles are being used but they are not being exercised often. When the muscles are weak and tired, they do not give the right protection.

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Choosing A Snowboard

Tuesday, February 12th, 2008

Comparing snowboarding to skiing, which one is more popular? The former one! Apparently three times more people do skiing rather than snowboarding. Using a single board on the snow may mean lots of falls and crashes. Hurts! Even if you wear proper gear such as helmet, wrist guards, padded shorts, beginning may still be painful.

Skiing seems to be much easier with the two skis and the two poles. You’ve got then four edges to master.

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Baby Lift For Youngest Skiers

Thursday, February 7th, 2008

Young skiers amateurs and their parents can now breath with relief as the baby lift has just been established in the Ayder region, Turkey. It means that the youngest skiers will now be carried to the top of the slope with a special lift.

The aim of the project is to promote skiing amongst all age groups, develop winter tourism in the region and, of course. help parents and trainers on the slope.

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January - The Best Month To Hit The Slopes

Monday, January 14th, 2008


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Why? Well, because the slopes tend to be less crowded and this a good situation especially for beginners. If you make your first steps in the sport, consider taking a lesson. It will keep you from hurting yourself on your first day.

Obviously children learn quicker new things but even if you’re grown-up, you can become a skier or snowboarder. You just need to be patient and probably some professional help. At least one lesson is highly recommended as without it you can get really frustrated and get some face-plants.

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Learning Skiing And Snowboarding

Monday, January 7th, 2008

Would you be surprised seeing foam pits, trampolines and bungee systems doing front and center at a ski resort? You probably would… These may be new components of the winter sports action facility.

These facilities are designed for winter sports athletes and they give a different way of teaching snowboarders and skiers advanced tricks, breaking out of the traditional resort experience.

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Indoor Ski Jumping

Thursday, December 6th, 2007

Yes, yes! It will soon be possible in the town of Ylitornio in northern Finland. The town is planning to build the world’s first ski jumping hill. It will be also the highest ski jump in Finland.

Last winter half of ski jumping competitions in Europe had to be cancelled because of the lack of snow or high temperatures.

A 230m jumping hill is planning to be build for about 30m Euros. The idea has been very well welcomed by ski jumpers.

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