At its core, a ski trip is pretty simple: Head to snow, get on snow, ride down snow. For a successful day on the mountain, you need high-quality equipment that fits well and suits your abilities. Even if you have some experience, you can struggle to choose the right equipment […]
Renting skis is a little like dating. Whereas buying skis is like diving headlong into a marriage, renting allows you to play the slopes, so to speak. When you rent skis, you might not find the love of your life on the first go. You’ll meet some great skis along […]
Good news: The ski rental experience of your childhood is officially a thing of the past. Gone are the days when you’d have to arrive at the rental shop super early to wait in long, stuffy lines. No more squeezing into uncomfortable boots that have seen better decades. RentSkis.com has […]
To enjoy your time on the slopes, you need the right gear. There’s just no way around it. Whether you’re skiing or snowboarding, you need equipment that fits you well and suits your ability level. If you own all of your own stuff, it’s no problem. But, what if you […]
When pausing to ponder what makes a green ski run great, it’s more than being obviously geared towards a beginner. It goes beyond a matter of ease and certainly above a boring service road. The following green trails possess winning characteristics ranging from natural, effortless flows, expansive breadths, incredible views […]
If we were to sum up the 2018-2019 ski season in one word, it would have to be POWDER. American resorts, particularly in the west, were absolutely hammered by snow from fall through spring. The blizzards led to actual walls of snow—some of which caused significant road closures and havoc—but […]
From late fall through late spring each year, regardless of what conditions are like at lower elevations, you know you can head to your favorite ski area and find snow to ski. That’s the beauty of ski resorts—they create trails, make and manage snow, and hire staff to keep guests […]
Skiing or snowboarding in-bounds is much safer than a lot of outdoor activities. The mountain is controlled for avalanches, medically trained staff is on standby to assist skiers in need, and there’s a clear rating system to help you choose which runs fit your skill level. Still, there are plenty […]
As you stand atop a steep ski run, your stomach twisted in knots, it’s easy to feel intimidated about skiing. Whether you’re new to the sport, returning from injury, or just nervous about taking it to the next level, you can calm your fears and master the mountain with these […]
After a few trips to the ski hill, chances are you’re getting ready to graduate from the green circle. Maybe not quite to those gnarly black diamond runs—there’s plenty of time for that down the road. In the meantime, intermediate runs marked with a telltale blue square are the way […]
