Update from day 3 at the X Games from on site blogger Michael: While watching the X Games, we may forget that someone had to build all of the remarkable features for the course. Every year these sports are progressing, and it takes more time and design than we might think to plan a world-class […] Read more…
Day two update for our on site X Games blogger Michael: Getting into the second day of the X Games was exciting, with Men’s Ski SuperPipe looming and Snowboard Big Air, which is always a spectacle. After watching the elimination rounds for Ski Pipe on Wednesday, I knew we were going to get […] Read more…
Our on site X Games blogger, Michael, gives his update on Day 1: The X Games are unique in many ways, but really makes them stand apart from team sports is how they showcase how hard one individual has worked to get to where they are. That thought crossed my mind yesterday as […] Read more…
The 2014 Winter X Games are now underway and we have our on site blogger Michael Arriola in Aspen to give you daily coverage and updates through out the week. Here’s his break down of what you need to know: Time to head to the 2014 Winter X Games, and whether you’re a […] Read more…
As a follow up to my previous article about the She Jumps Organization, I decided to answer the question why jump In? I caught up with the busy Pacific Coast She jumps ambassador, Lindsey Clark, for 4 quick questions to explain why you should get involved with She Jumps. 1. How did you get […] Read more…
Recently one of our Buyers, Greg, got the chance to be flown out to look at the popular high end ski clothing brand Kjus. Here is his recap of the trip: Every year I head off to Europe to look for new and interesting things to buy for our Skis.com customers. This year I had […] Read more…
The winter months bring fresh powder and beautiful snowy landscapes, making it so inviting to get out and play. In order to participate and enjoy our cold weather pleasures, we need to be prepared with comfortable protection so we can withstand the cold and cherish its beauty. I look forward to the snow, although I […] Read more…
The first skiing tracks are being laid and the annual snow dance has happened. It is time, winter is here. And even though every fiber in your body is poised for skiing, are you sure your gear is as amped as you? This is my pre-season checklist. Inevitably every season I have to track down […] Read more…
As an instructor I know that few people appreciate the sheer joy of skiing like a beginner. At its fundamental level skiing is strapping wooden sticks to our feet and sliding down a snow-covered hill. Pretty darn great! However, as we hone our skills we develop a different relationship to the sport. Was I angulating […] Read more…
I have a rule –kids have to like what they are wearing or they won’t wear it, and the parents have to like it too or they won’t buy it. The truth is parents can’t just make kids wear what they want them to, common ground is necessary. Ultimately the parent is the final decision […] Read more…