6 Tips For Finding and Skiing the Best Spring Snow
Hitting the freeze-thaw cycle just right is tricky. Here's how to navigate the mountain in the spring.
Dan Egan’s Summit Pursuits clinic will not only make you a better skier, but a happier one, too.
Hitting the freeze-thaw cycle just right is tricky. Here's how to navigate the mountain in the spring.
Master the art of flexion and extension in not only your knees, but your feet and ankles too, and you'll crush the moguls this spring.
There are so many tools that parents and instructors use to teach kids to ski — but which ones are worth sticking with?
These simple, kid-friendly props can help your young skier progress faster and have fun doing it.
Want to level up your skiing this winter? This sleek AI-powered device makes it easy to improve on every run.
Learn from every line on any terrain with the new Carv 2 clip-on sensor.
Even Ted Ligety knows there’s always room for improvement, whether you want to ski faster or have more fun.
Not ready to turn the corner on ski season quite yet? Consider one of these on-snow summer ski camps to help bridge the gap.
Pro ski tech Leif Sunde breaks down the basics, from rub-on waxes to temperature-specific and eco-friendly options.
Kristen Ulmer, once recognized as the world's premier female extreme skier, offers her top advice on embracing fear rather than fighting it.
Ski tuning isn't rocket science if you know a few basic truths.
Learning to wax your own skis can save money, with basic supplies and four easy steps outlined by experienced ski technician Leif Sunde, making the process accessible to all skill levels.
Stone grinding proves effective even for skiers who diligently wax, sharpen, and properly store their skis.
Season-long ski programs offer little skiers the routine and consistency they need to succeed.
Women are underrepresented in backcountry skiing. These scholarships and grants hope to change that.
Curious about ski boot flex and what it means for your skiing? Let expert ski bootfitter Sam Tischendorf break it down for you.
A professional ski bootfitter will help you figure out your ski boot size. If you can't get to a bootfitter, here's how to measure your feet.
According to a national team coach, it's entirely possible to recover your skiing abilities after an injury. Here's how.
Can two and a half minutes of instruction turn you into a better athlete? Givego thinks so.
Learn how to execute a kick-turn more efficiently with this step-by-step tutorial.
When introducing ski poles to your kids, prioritize teaching proper pole handling techniques and gradually ease them into using poles.
Learn how to ski moguls, and you don't have to pin your hopes and dreams on elusive powder days.
This course, taught by AMGA guide Mike Hattrup, assumes you already have some familiarity with basic avalanche awareness.
There's a tight window between skiing bulletproof ice and hot slush, and nailing it on your next backcountry ski tour requires being borderline obsessive about it.
Your stance on skis, the length of your stride, and even your gaze direction all contribute to your ski touring technique, affecting the amount of energy you use.
If you're serious about improving your skiing, your work starts today.
The art of tree-skiing is as elusive as it is rewarding. This sage advice from a professional ski instructor will help you tap into the rewarding part.
Ready to enjoy skiing powder? Professional Ski Instructors of America instructor Ann Schorling has some advice on how to do it right.
Understand the importance of short radius turns, emphasizing their tactical benefits and skills needed to execute them effectively in steeps and moguls.
If you’re not tipping your skis on edge before your skis start turning in the other direction, you’re skidding—not carving.
One of the biggest risks when navigating the backcountry is not necessarily the snow but the human factor and group dynamics.
Let young skiers take the lead and explore the mountain, and they'll pick up all kinds of new skiing skills for kids that will make you both better.
Learn how to read between the lines of your local avy report with these tips from a backcountry ski guide.
Learn how to save your energy for the fun stuff with these pro tips from PSIA instructor Ann Schorling.
Mastering the carve ski turn not only presents a challenge but also offers significant benefits, including improved balance, speed, and overall enjoyment on the slopes.
Whether you’re a lifelong skier or a newcomer looking to dip your toes into the snow, these ski instruction tips will help you level up.
Backcountry skiing with kids is still about escaping crowds and enjoying nature. It's also about making it fun so they want to return.
Most skiers decide on their route first, then check the avy conditions. Here's why that's backwards.
The very same fundamental skills and movements that are critical to sliding on snow apply when you ski the terrain park.
Here are some of the tools ski guide Lani Bruntz uses to navigate the backcountry, whether it’s her first time to a mountain range or a hidden corner of her backyard.
Whether you’re a mogul newbie or you’ve been hacking your way down bump runs for years, Glen’s colorful mogul skiing philosophy and pro tips teach you what you need to know to pull off that zipper line. So, as Glen says, “Get ready to do some funny little turns like a good Austrian ski instructor.”
The heart of mogul skiing isn’t about linking perfect turns, it’s about style and showmanship.
Landing your air in moguls is the sign of an advanced mogul skier.
Here's why wearing your new ski boots around the house won't actually help break them in.
The main reason: It won't make your edge any sharper.
Here's how to tell if you need a boot upgrade for next season.
New to the world of ski bootfitting? Here's what you should look for when you begin your journey towards the perfect fit.
As one dad found out, that means ditching your agenda in favor of your kiddo's.
Yard sales happen. Here's how to dust yourself off and try again.
From how to dress for success to how to get those skis on edge, the pros share their favorite tips.
Before you rent that demo bike and head up the ski lift for your first downhill ride, start here.
Heated socks are great for skiers who aren't picky about their ski socks, but ski boot heaters are the best option for most skiers.
Putting your very young children on skis doesn't have to be stressful. SKI's travel expert runs through what questions to ask before you choose a ski school on your next family ski vacation.
If you want to tackle steep, technical terrain, improve your skiing tactics.
Three-piece boots could be a great fit for some, but they're not for everyone.
There's no right or wrong way to ski. But there is a more efficient way.
Your ski gear needs a little TLC before you stash them for the summer.
Some ski areas allow uphilling, others don't. Here's what you need to consider before charging uphill.
Not sure where to turn when skiing moguls? Use this drill to help you visualize and ski your line a few bumps at a time.
Professional bootfitter Sam Tischendorf weighs in on the merits of ski boots designed for comfort.
Struggling in crud? Professional ski instructor Todd Casey has a few tips for how to stay balanced on skis when the snow conditions change.
Pole plants make everything come together when skiing moguls. Here's how and when to plant your poles in bumps.
Upper-lower body separation is the key to carving and skiing the steeps.