This fall Whistler is releasing a documentary for their 50th anniversary to display their monumental and incredible standing as one of the most important resort’s in the ski world. The full video drops October 13th, so keep an eye out. Read more…
The New Warren Miller Trailer Has Dropped: Chasing Shadows
Warren Miller Entertainment is releasing their 66th annual ski movie titled Chasing Shadows, exploring what it means it be inspired by snow. Check it out: Read more…
Professional Tune on a New Set of Skis
One of our team members here at Skis.com, Mike, was lucky enough to get his hands on a brand new pair of 2016 Blizzard Bonafides. In order to have them ready for his first trip to Whistler he took them to one of our ski techs to have them mounted, tuned, and ready to go. […] Read more…
3 Steps to a Proper Ski Helmet Fit
In 2003, 25% of skiers and snowboarders hit the slopes wearing helmets. Nine years later, that number was up to 70% with resorts in Switzerland reporting that 95% of its children wear helmets while skiing or snowboarding. One of the key factors that changed over the years is that ski helmets are increasingly more comfortable, […] Read more…
The Best Websites to Geek Out On Skiing
Skiers are a unique breed. We live, eat and breathe this sport. With other sports, there may only be a few resources for fans and loyalists to get their news, information and the low down on what is happening within their sport or hobby. As skiers we want to know what is going on all […] Read more…
Best Snacks for a Day of Skiing
Everyone knows that skiing, while it may look like an easy and care free good time (and it can be), actually burns a ton of calories. In one hour of skiing a 154 pound person can burn 595 calories. With that being said, it’s very important you stay hydrated and fueled while you are out […] Read more…
What are Knee Bindings?
You may have seen Knee Bindings popping up on the slopes and in magazines. Since they are (rightfully) gaining some steam we thought it was time to demystify what Knee Bindings are all about. After a fair amount of back and forth with a product developer for Knee Binding, I came to find there was […] Read more…
What Does Ski Boot Last Mean?
There are many aspects to a ski boot. Features like closure systems, soles, liners, shells and any other additional tech all go into creating any number of ski boots for any variety of ski styles and skill levels. Ski boot last is one of the things that gets hidden under all other features. A lot […] Read more…
Why You Should Wear a Ski Helmet
You’re an amazing skier. You’ve been at it since you were a kid and you can carve with the best of them. As you’re slicing into your favorite black diamond trail at the resort a not-as-good skier cuts you off making you lose your balance and you take a nasty spill. Are you wearing a […] Read more…
13 Ways to Apres Ski Around the World
There is no doubt in my mind that I am lucky in my skiing endeavors. I have gotten to ski in various countries at resorts around the world, including Switzerland, Chile, Whistler and Italy. Each of these locales has a unique apres ski scene that are definitely worth a late night or two. I was […] Read more…