Ski binding

If the average person was asked what ski racing is they would respond with either a blank look or refer to the olympics. They might be able to explain the idea or throw around some famous skiers names. Most likely they would just ponder the question and not really have a clue what ski racing entails. When I tell people I did alpine ski racing in high school they give me looks of shock. Most people do not even realize that it is a high school sport. Growing up in the mountains though it was always

learning to ski is rough for almost anyone you ask. The day before my first ski trip, I could not help but wonder. Was I going to fall on my butt? Would I fall flat on my face? Would I make a fool out of myself? These were all questions that I knew I would soon get answers to. I had built up such intense feelings of nervousness and excitement that I could hardly tell the difference. All I wanted was to make it out alive. I was 12. I had heard the stories from my Uncle Randy about ski trips, but I

Imagine yourself being ferried by one of those gondolas at a ski resort. You see slopes that look like totally awesome places to ski. You ask the guide whether you'll be skiing there and he curtly replies "No," and he points you in the other direction where you see natural scenery with a variety of landscapes. "That's where you'll be skiing." So what is heli-skiing? It's getting on a helicopter and then going to that radical wilderness site to ski. No rules, no artificial snow blowers and nobody to tell

take a look at a few of some of the strangest airports in the world. Courchevel, France If daredevil skiing is your idea of a perfect activity when you’re traveling, then you’ll probably enjoy landing at the ski resort in Courchevel. This incredible airport runway looks just like a ski run, and it is

The very day that we went snowboarding, I had no idea what to wear so I threw on some super ugly 1980’s ski pants that were really worn out, gloves that were not meant for that kind of abuse. I also had to wear an off brand coat for EDU (Every Day Use) and a ripped hat. We get into the car and I have no idea what to expect, I thought the place would be

Basho was the most famous poet of the Edo era in Japan. His poetry was admired for its simple and natural style. Basho was a master of the form and made Haiku an acceptable form of artistic expression. His work is rooted in observation of the natural world as well as historical and literary concerns. His poetry engages us with themes of stillness and movement. He evoked a simple descriptive mood by comparing two contrasting independents, which became his hallmark. During his time, haiku was but a

my day. Upon our final few turns of the afternoon, I found myself in a predicament that would later shape me into the person I am today. An exposed rock, due to the minimal snow conditions of early season skiing, clashed with my skis sending me flying out of my bindings head first into the snow. My natural instinct was to put my hands out to protect my fall, big mistake. The pressure put on my right thumb, due to the immense force of the fall, sent pain shrieking through my body. I knew something

chalet the dim illumination forces me to remove my blackout oakley airbrake goggles, and exposes the golden brown goggle tan contrasting my pale white skin around my eyes. I lazaly approche the dirty blonde haired lady with coffee stains covering white ski jacket at the front desk. “I’d like to join the air and style competition”, I mumbled. “Name and Age”, she questioned. “Spencer Faber, 16 years old”, I lamented. “Here's your jersey,competition starts in fifteen minutes

my brother all ski, but after my first skiing lesson I knew right away I preferred snowboarding, so I became the only snowboarder in my family. Since I was a little kid my family has gone to many ski slopes spanning from Perfect North, to Michigan, and to the many resorts in the Rocky Mountains. Last winter break, we spent a week in the Rocky Mountains to go skiing. For my birthday, which came at the end of the week, I skied the bowl. The bowl is the highest run in the Mary Jane ski slopes. It starts

Loveland Ski Area is near to the hearts and homes of generations of Colorado skiers and riders. Just 53 miles from Denver, Loveland offers uncrowded slopes, remarkable terrain, free close-in parking and a season that lasts from October through May. Loveland also averages 400″ of snow each season – more than any Front Range or Summit County resort. Loveland is a perfect place for those that simply want to ski and ride. This is Colorado. Welcome home. Loveland sits atop the Continental Divide and is