For any skier who enjoys the apres-ski scene, apres-ski clothing is an important part of a skiing wardrobe. The best apres-ski outfit is an easy transition from ski clothes, while still looking great and keep you warm on cold winter days and nights. Here are some examples of apres-ski outfits for men and women.
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What type of learn to ski program should you look for? The biomechanics needed to turn and steer the skis down the mountain are uniformly taught throughout the ski industry, and can be quickly learned and implemented. Choose a ski program that incorporates these techniques into their lesson programs.
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Online skiing exercises, workouts, and advice on getting fit for ski season.
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Last weekend there was a very exciting World Cup Freestyle aerials and moguls stop at Deer Valley, Utah and you can catch the jumping and bumping highlights this Saturday, Feb. 11th at 1 p.m. ET on NBC.

Up this weekend is a round of skicross (SX) and snowboardcross (SBX) – the 2nd Sprint U.S. Snowboarding & Freeskiing Grand Prix at Canyons Resort.

This wild free-for-all competition has a men’s event and a women’s event, both held on the same course.  The course is different at each venue but contains turns of different types and sizes, jumps of varying size, flat sections and rolls, banks and ridges which are all built up on a normal ski slope.

Sanctioned as a NorAm Cup competition the Sprint U.S. Snowboarding & Freeskiing Grand Prix skicross – which is now an Olympic event – requires strength, stamina and excellent skiing skills. 2011 X Games skicross champion John Teller  of Mammoth Lakes, CA headlines an international cast of skiers and each event will also determine the 2012 U.S. Champions.

I like to think of skicross as a human NASCAR, Formula 1, BAJA rally and Demolition Derby rolled into one and all done on skis at about 40 – 50 mph, and repeated through qualifications, several rounds of pre-finals and the grand finale.

The events are free at Canyons Resort but if you can’t catch the events live, NBC will air the action on February 18 at 3:30pm ET. 

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Skicross Excitement This Weekend originally appeared on About.com Skiing on Wednesday, February 8th, 2012 at 09:00:49.

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From blue, green, pink, yellow, gold, black, and silver, there are a multitude of ski goggle lens colors on the market. While some ski goggle lenses work best in flat light, others are best for sunny days. If you aren’t sure where to start, here’s a ski goggle lens color guide, including what ski goggles to buy, what ski goggles for low light and sunny days, and an overview of ski goggle lenses.
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When you’re out on the slopes, the harsh elements are bound to take a toll on your skin. With the sun reflecting on the snow, the wind whipping around your face, and the cold, dry mountain air, you may find yourself leaving the resort with both sunburn and windburn, both of which can make your next day skiing extremely uncomfortable.

Fortunately, if you take the necessary precautions, you can prevent skin irritation or sunburn. Whether or not you have a skin care regimen already in place, winter skin care doesn’t have to be complicated. There are products available that will help you combat the environment.

Here are reviews of three winter skin care products – Aveeno Intense Relief Hand Cream, Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock, and Neutrogena Revitalizing Lip Balm.

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Winter Skin Care Products for Skiers originally appeared on About.com Skiing on Tuesday, February 7th, 2012 at 09:00:22.

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Are you a skier or rider looking for love?  Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort is adding a twist to its singles-only line this Valentine’s Day.  There’s going to be a new lift line just for singles who are not in a relationship to meet each other while high-speed dating on Peruvian Express chairlift.

Besides having the opportunity to find romance on the slopes, you can do it at a bargain price – adult all-day chairlift tickets will be sold at a discounted rate of $ 40 on Valentine’s Day.

“The Valentine’s singles line is a unique way of speed dating, and Snowbird is the perfect place to meet fun friends,” said Snowbird Marketing Director Dave Fields, who proposed to his now-wife on a chairlift.

After the lift closes, head over to an après singles social at El Chanate, Snowbird’s Mexican restaurant. Mention the singles line to get buy-one-get-one-free appetizers and entrees throughout the evening.

There’s skiing and romance for couples, as well.  The resort is offering romantic dining and lodging options including a night at The Cliff Lodge, three treatments at The Cliff Spa with access to the scenic rooftop pool and hot tub, and with Tram and lift tickets.  Here’s information on Snowbird’s Valentine’s Day Retreat.

If you can’t make it out to Utah, you’ll find plenty of Valentine’s ski vacation deals at ski resorts across the country.

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Ski Dating at Snowbird originally appeared on About.com Skiing on Tuesday, February 7th, 2012 at 09:11:25.

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When you are planning a ski vacation, you will find many accommodations available – hotels, condominiums, and private home rentals. They are all there, but it’s up to you to choose the best type of lodging for your traveling arrangements. Be it a quiet romantic ski getaway, a school vacation that includes the whole family, or an extended trip for serious skiing, I’ve experienced them all.
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From blue, green, pink, yellow, gold, black, and silver, there are a multitude of ski goggle lens colors on the market. While some ski goggle lenses work best in flat light, others are best for sunny days. If you aren’t sure where to start, here’s a ski goggle lens color guide, including what ski goggles to buy, what ski goggles for low light and sunny days, and an overview of ski goggle lenses.
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Even though it marks the end of the ski season, spring skiing can be an enjoyable time for all skiers. With less of a crowd and more sunshine, spring is a great time to be on the mountain. Read on for spring skiing tips by R. Mark Elling, skiing expert and author of The All-Mountain Skier: The Way to Expert Skiing.
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