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Suburban ‘ski bumps’ make it easy (and cheap) to learn downhill skiing
There are a few excellent ski hills (or “ski bumps” as ski snobs sometimes call them) in the suburbs or within a few-hours drive. “This is a great place to learn, because the size of the hill is not intimidating,” said Hans Hauschild, area director of the Grand Geneva Mountain Top in Lake Geneva, Wis., a popular spot for suburban families who often opt for one day skiing and one day at the water …

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From snowshoeing to yurt camping, there are many winter sports other than skiing
Forget hibernating. Skiers and boarders have known for years that winter can be as fun as summer. If you don’t ski or snowboard – or want to try something different – you still have options for warding off cabin fever this winter. Whether you want to try snowmobiling or snowshoeing, this will get you started.

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Skiing was not something that I did a lot of growing up in the big city.  Not too many mountains lined the horizon outside my back porch, or front porch for that matter.  Our skiing experienced was usually limited too a few small mountains in upstate New Hampshire, or if we really wanted a treat, we would make the two plus hour drive to Maine or better yet Vermont.  

I began flirting with the idea to try my hand at skiing out west about two years ago, when a childhood friend went out there for business and was amazed to find a different kind of experience.   The snow seemed more ‘whiter’ as he put it and much more fluffy (yes, our skiing vernacular could turn heads!)  The area of Colorado that he traveled too was Crested Butte, right along the East River Valley; in the county of Gunnison.

Heralded as “the last great Colorado ski town”, Crested Butte has more then just skiing, or snowboarding depending on the age you are.  Outdoor adventurers and nature enthusiasts will love it here as this is what this place is all about.   They host a number of summer festivals, including art festivals, mountain bike festival, a rubber duck race and a wildflower festival.  Just a quick side note, helping to further entice the wildflower lover in you, the municipality is nicknamed “Wildflower Capital of Colorado”.  But skiing is its foray.  With mountains rising to an astonishing 12,162 feet above sea level, its not wonder that the US Extreme Skiing Championships and the X Games have called this place home on more then one occasion.  14 lifts that serve 1, 058 acres, 448 acres of that total are double black runs…a nerve tingling experience that is far more advanced than this ‘skier’ cares to take on!

Like everything else these days, it’s not the desire of going to places like Crested Butte, but exactly how…as in how can I afford to go.  I have spoken to others about it, and there immediate reaction is “it is too far or too difficult to get to”. However, it is just a quick airplane trip from Denver. Unless you are like my friend and have a nice business meeting in this gorgeous place, it might be a bit difficult to find a good deal.  I have, because it’s what I do, found a perfect deal.  A “Buy two get one free” airline deal that is going on for a limited time.  Ending November 6, 2008 if you buy two airline tickets starting at $720 you get one airline ticket free.  This amazing deal includes five night lodging, 4 days of lift tickets and ground transportation.

And how about those baggage credits that the airlines have tacked on to their flights?  Well, sadly, the airlines are not going to drop that fee; but how about if you had that fee paid for you?  Included with this package, comes a $30 baggage credit – $15 each way- that will reduce the pressure of all that want to travel to Crested Butte. 

So, if skiing/snowboarding is on your agenda for a nice vacation, or you just want to look out your porch and see some of the most amazing snow capped mountains anywhere in the country, Crested Butte, Colorado is the place to be ~ Pure & Simple!

Lots of people have an inclination to plan a skiing vacation. Most of the ski resorts have websites. A person can plan the process by retrieving information from these websites in order to determine whether it is feasible to take your family for a ski vacation. Skiing is not as high-priced as people normally visualize, and there are several resorts that cater to needs of families, offering an assortment of packages designed to save money. If you are choosing for skiing destination and you want to make your destination enjoyable then there are a few things one should keep in consideration before choosing his skiing destination.    

1) The most important thing to find out is a ski school as people in the family might need some kind of instructions before they start on. While the majorities of resorts do have ski schools, some don’t. Do not make the blunder of choosing a destination where one or more of your family members will not have a pleasurable time, just for the reason that they do not know how to ski.

2) One should also inspect the slopes, lifts, and trails. A person should be certain that the resort has something to present to everyone in the family. If the resort only gratifies the needs of beginners, an expert skier will become quickly get fed up. If there is a snowboarder in the group, and there is no snowboarding park or terrain, that snowboarder will not be in high spirits. So enquire for all these things that are must in your list.

3) Lodging is the next issue to ponder at. Everyone wants to be comfortable and at ease, so where a person will sleep at night matters quite a lot. In most cases, there is a hotel right at the base of the slopes, but at times it is not necessarily the best or the most reasonably priced place to stay. A person should enquire about the lodging options available in that area, and choose the one that is best suited for his family and budget. If one will be staying farther away from the slopes, he should make sure that there is transport facility to and from the slopes each day and easily available.  

Ways To Save Money On Your Skiing Trip:

1) To save money by booking in the lesser known resorts.
2) Look for ski vacation packages  
3) Save money on less important stuff.
4) keep your skateboards and other stuff required so that you don’t end upto buying from there at higher prices.

Ski Snowboarding Helmet must bear the CE, ASTM or Snell RS-98 Certification. ASTM standards were determined by series of tests on models of helmets, including the test on the strength of the retention system of the helmet under simulated warm, wet and cold conditions. Helmets undertake tests of numerous velocity forces and impacts against different sections of the Snowboarding Helmet in order to determine the performance in accidents during Skiing.

Manufacturers of helmets are observing the increase in the usage of helmets by snowboarders and skiers and they are coming up with new designs and styles each season. The main focus is principally in creating lighter, more heavy-duty and more stylish helmets on order to lessen the resistance of those first-time customers. Moreover, helmets corporations are trying to produce helmets that can be utilized for numerous activities excluding riding like skating, cycling and climbing.

If you opt to purchase Snowboarding Helmet from private vendor or from deep discount shops, bear in mind you obtain what you are buying; try to ask yourself the worth of your head. Like majority of helmets, snowboard and ski helmets are made to protect your head from hard hits. So if you notice any large scratches or clear damage be sure not to purchase, rent or utilize the helmet.

The following are some tips before buying snowboard or ski helmet:
• Initially look for a good shop.
• Realize the limits of the helmet
• Make a measurement of your head. Gauge your head in centimeters, just over your eyebrows.
• Try to put the helmet on. Helmets may be tight over your ears, instead of pulling it down straight on your head, try to put the frontage just on top your eyebrows and roll the helmet against your head.
• Tighten the belt. Get the belt snug and nice. Helmet must feel comfortable.Test out the fit. Be sure it does not touch the rear of your neck. Ensure also that your entire face and forehead touch the pads. Put on a pair of safety glasses and be sure you have a good visibility. Slowly shake the helmet from front to back. If the skin of your forehead shakes with it, it is a good sign. It is a bad sign if the helmet glides on your skin. It is also a bad fit, if you feel as if you may pull the rear edge on top of your head and do away with it.
• It is important to have the right fit. If you have the right fit, go for it. Find another store if you can not find the appropriate fit.

So, you’re planning a skiing or snowboarding trip. You have your travel and lodging plans all set up, but have you gotten your equipment yet? While buying your own equipment may be more convenient, it’s also a lot more expensive. If you have never been skiing before, you may want to consider renting in case you find you don’t like it. You can always buy equipment the next time you go. Renting also makes it affordable for people who can’t spend hundreds of dollars to buy equipment. Plus, you won’t have to lug all the extra baggage on the plane or in the car. If you have children, you know how quickly kids can grow out of their clothes. When you rent, you don’t have to buy your kids new equipment every year or two when they grow out of the old stuff.

Once you’ve decided to rent equipment, you should make sure to reserve it well before you take your trip. This is especially important if you’re going during peak season. If you wait until you get there, you may have to do a lot of searching to find appropriate sizes and equipment. You definitely want to make reservations if you’re renting snowboarding equipment. Snowboarding has greatly increased in popularity and many stores haven’t caught up with demand.

You will probably have a choice of renting equipment at the mountain, or from other stores in the area. At certain resorts where there’s not much of a town you should probably rent at the mountain. At other resorts, you may have many other rental options. The benefit of renting elsewhere is that you’ll probably get a better price. If you’re only renting for one day, the mountain will probably be more convenient because you won’t have to carry equipment as far.

If you decide to rent at the mountain, you should arrive an hour before you plan to ski or snowboard. This will give you time to get your equipment and get fitted. If you rent elsewhere, it’s best to get the equipment the day before you go out. This way, you’ll be able to find other accommodations if they do not have the appropriate equipment. When you get there, you should be ready ahead of time with everyone’s shoe sizes, heights, and weights. While some people may want to fudge on their weight, you should be honest. The type of equipment you need depends on your weight. If you give the wrong weight, you may be risking your own safety. If you have a very large shoe size, you should make sure the shop you rent from has the right size boots. If not, you should buy equipment online before you show up. You should ask the shop before you do this; you may be able to buy boots that fit their equipment.

When you get ready to sign the contract for your equipment, they will offer you insurance on the equipment. SAY YES! While your chance damaging the equipment is probably fairly low, it’s still a great idea. Cost for insurance is generally about a dollar a day. That’s 3 or 4 dollars per trip. Compare this to the hundreds of dollars you could pay to fix damage to skis or a snowboard. And that’s nothing compared to the cost if you completely ruin the equipment. You should also remember that it doesn’t take that much to damage equipment. A mountain is covered in snow when you ski on it, but under that snow are rocks and branches. If the snow cover is thin on a mountain, you risk hitting these objects and you generally can’t see them to avoid them.

Hopefully these tips will help you get the right equipment and get you to the mountain. Have a great trip!

Guide to snowboard bindings. Learn about boots and bindings for a snowboard in this free snowboarding lesson from an expert snowboarder.

Expert: Kevin Byford
Bio: Kevin Byford became Director of Snowboarding for the Aspen Skiing Company in 1999 and was involved in the opening of Aspen mountain to snowboarders in 2000.
Filmmaker: Carolyne Harvey

Duration : 0:1:10

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Backcountry snowboarding near Brighton Utah

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What kind of snowboard is right for you? Learn what to look for in a woman’s snowboard in this free snowboarding rental and buying guide from an expert snowboarder.

Expert: Brad Disabella
Bio: Brad Disabella has been snowboarding for five years. He has worked at the Sun Diego Boardshop in Big Bear, California and has attended snowboarding conventions all over the United States.
Filmmaker: Devin Boddie

Duration : 0:1:9

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**We encourage you to watch in HQ, as it makes for a much better viewing experience**

Early March 2009

Los Badicales join forces with Powder Mountain Catskiing (http://powdermountaincatskiing.com ) once more for 3 days of unforgettable powder.
Not far from Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Canada in the Coast Mountain backcountry.

Big thanks to all of the PMC crew including Gordon, Don, and Ken; Our guides Nick, Jeff, and Simon; Our drivers Bailey, Pete, and Steve, and Mike the photographer. Also thanks to Miss Powder Mountain, Kate.

All of the footage was shot using my VIO POV helmet cam.

Sorry for the overexposed part around 3:30…I suppose the sun was too bright for the camera to capture a clear image.

The song is “God moving over the face of the waters” by Moby.

We’re already counting down until next season!

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