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- Made from: fiberglass and aluminum
- Price range: $40-$1000
- Available in many different types and lengths
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History
Skiing as a sport dates back to the 26th century BC in Europe and Asia. Modern skis emerged in the 1800s, developed by Sondre Norheim in Norway.Buying Guide
To find the best deals on skis, shop during the spring, as manufacturers and retailers will raise the prices closer to winter and the skiing season. When purchasing skis, select a pair based on what they will be used for. Mountain or alpine skis are better suited for mountain or recreational use, where as slalom, mid-fat and fat skis are shorter and better suited for racing. Twin-tips are a specialized variety of skis designed for competitive jumping and half-pipe use.-
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Skis Questions
Should ski instructors be tipped? 4 AnswersI was a CASI Ski Instructor and a pro paid Ski Patrol for 4 years. Tipping an instructor is optional. More often then not, at the conclusion of a multi-week pr... read more
Is it worth buying skis if I go skiing just couple times a year? 9 AnswersRenting equipment is like $40 a day. Buying gear in this economy is probably, what, $500? The resale value of the gear in three years might be 10-20%. ... read more
Which do you prefer : Skiing in Idaho at Bogus Basin or in Utah at Snow Basin? 5 AnswersI have been skiing at Snow Basin many times several years ago and Bogus Basin only once and that was at night and both places are very nice. I never was able to... read more
What brand ski boots youd recommend for recreational skier? 1 AnswerDo you already have ski's? a boot that fits the ski's would be obvious. If you don't have any ski equipment, try to get a package deal, they are usually cheaper... read more -
Skis Blogs
- Google Blog Search: Skis
- Ski-Adventure-Guide.com: Ski-Adventure -Blog
- Tina Silvers Blog Blog Post: Get Your Snowboard and Ski Equipment
- SkiingHow.com Blog Post: Skiing Guides
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