The 窪蹋勛圖厙 Guide to Skiing
The Basics
Figuring out how to best equip and dress yourself when youre just starting this sport can feel overwhelming. Were here to help.
On snow as in life, its important not to look like a bozo, and for new skiers, handling long, clunky boards is the original challenge. Ignore the hecklerstheres more than one way to do it right.
An 窪蹋勛圖厙 editor discovers its never too late to learn how to ski better
Boot fitting is equal parts art and science, and a little magic
Or how to not freeze your butt off on the chairlift and avoid other ski-day maladies
Everything you need to know to ensure you don't ruin your skis, boots, and kit before next season
Pro Tips
It takes skill to have no idea what you're doing outdoors
Let your grom take the lead and youll both learn new tricks and become better skiers for it
After a long day on the slopes, these seven moves (which can be done at the apr癡s bar) will help you recover and stay injury-free
Focus on fit, insulation, and fancy extras (or lack thereof)
These should all get lots of use from November through May
The prescription goggles are the best solution for those who simply can't go without their specs on the slopes
Mental advice and skiing drills that will give you confidence on longer, steeper, and more challenging runs
How to stay fueled and warm on the slopes without looking like a total nerd
You're never too oldor too goodto brush up on your technique
10 exercises to make you strong, fast, and explosive on the hill
Extra Credit
Don't look down (and other lessons)
New to using skins? Pro skiers Greg Hill and Leah Evans discuss basic uphill techniques.
Learn how to read between the lines of your local avy report with these tips from a backcountry ski guide
Two 窪蹋勛圖厙 staffers head up for an early-morning ski on a powder day
John Clendenin, hailed as the greatest instructor in the U.S., has some unexpected advice for skiers: forget style, practice a four-word mantra, and get to know your feet
After three years of failing on the slopes, online editor Scott Rosenfield finally discovers the beautyand painof downhill skiing.
Bryan Rogala walks us through his new favorite solution for storing his ski gear
Putting away your equipment correctly will allow it to last for years to come.