Joel Parkinson (AUS), 30, was ASP World Runner-Up last season…an accolade he’s held on four occasions now (2002, 2004, 2009, 2011). That kind of record, getting within reach of the ASP World Title so many times, would buckle a lesser man. However, Parkinson is not…
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A ‘cheat’ to include in your bag of tricks if you are in a hurry, got over zealous dripping wax while hot waxing or simply wish to reduce time, effort and mess while scraping after the wax cools and hardens, etc, is Light Hot Scraping.…
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Starting length size: up to 100lb = 140cm; 101-115lb = 145cm; 116-130lb = 150cm; 131-150lb = 155cm; 151-175lb = 160cm; 176-200lb = 165cm; 201 and up = 170cm. Add 0cm if you are a beginner; 5cm intermediate; 10cm advanced/expert. Add 0cm if you ski mostly…
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According to the Great Eastern Trail Association, who is working with the American Hiking Society and local trail partners in the United States, the next long distance hiking trail is under construction. The route, which lies west of the Appalachian Trail, will run through the…
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The Access Fund, the national non-profit organization that keeps climbing areas open and conserves the climbing environment, announced today the winners of its 2011 Sharp End Awards. Each year the Access Fund recognizes individuals and businesses that go above and beyond to volunteer their time and efforts to…
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Performance eyewear brand, REVO, is pleased to announce its partnership with SUP athlete Gillian Gibree. Gibree has consistently been a top five finisher at both the Battle of the Paddle Hawaii and California, the two pre-eminent races of the year for SUP, as well as…
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FITS Socks Co. with Full Contact Fit TM is proud to announce their sponsorship of the American Birkebeiner, “The Birkie,” is the largest ski race in North America and the fourth largest in the world. FITS sock will share with Nordic racers what a perfecting…
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Winter is still at its peak and it is time to plan a snowshoe getaway. Many travelers associate winter sports with being expensive, but that doesn’t have to be the case. It’s possible to plan affordable snowshoe trips with your friends if you are strategic…
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The typical scenario is once you’ve washed or laundered your ski/snowboard pants, they are no longer water resistant. Even two coats of the spray stuff (Scotch Guard, etc.) does not seem to help. What do you do? Instead of simply wearing your ski clothing till…
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The prevailing advice from ski instructors and shop sales persons is that beginners should rent before they buy, and that they should first invest in ski boots and purchase their first pair of skis later in the process. Here’s why: Ski Boots Boots are first…
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