Ski Gear
Tips up: Expert advice on how to buy skis
We asked some of the most knowledgeable people in the industry to give you what you need to know when buying skis.
Ski essentials: What to wear
What should your skiing wardrobe consist of? How to find quality clothes and, once bought, how do you make sure tha...
Five rules for the correct ski length
Wondering how long your skis should be? Pro skier, Kim Reichhelm shares her guide to proper ski length.![How to find the right pair of ski boots ©Tecnica]()
How to find the right pair of ski boots
What are the key factors to take into account when investing in a pair of ski boots? We ask an expert from Snow+Rock.
27th February 2021
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How to purchase the perfect pair of ski goggles
We spoke to a specialist ski retailer to help us navigate the foggy world of ski goggles.
27th February 2021
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What to look for in a ski helmet
Expert tips from Edge & Wax on how to buy the safest, most comfortable ski helmet.
27th February 2021
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Ski fashion: What's wacky, what's hot and what's definitely not
From the silliest ski fashions to the latest trends.
4th November 2013
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Ski technology explainer
Rocker, Camber, Sidecut & other terms every skier should know
8th September 2013
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Ski hire or schlep your own skis to the slopes?
Seasonaire James Young offers advice on taking your own skis or hiring equipment on the slopes.
9th January 2017
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OTS interview with Kästle CEO Siegfried Rumpfhuber
OnTheSnow talks to Kästle about their 2013 ski line.
22nd September 2012
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OTS interview with Manager of Salomon GB Eric Davies
OnTheSnow talks to Salomon about their 2013 ski and snowboard line.
16th September 2012
Forbes' advantages to custom-fit ski boots
Boots can make or break your ski experience, yet the vast majority of recreational skiers make the wrong choice.
7th March 2012
Ski service: At home or in the shop?
Snow+Rock's Phil Gordon advises on how to get the most out of your skis or snowboard.
21st February 2012
Ski technology explainer
Rocker, Camber, Sidecut & other terms every skier should know
19th August 2011
Snowsports for adrenalin junkies
Want more from a resort than just skiing and snowboarding?
26th November 2010
Cross-country skiing: not just for grannies and pro athletes
Cross-country skiing has gotten some bad press these past decades, but the image of the sport is changing. So is it hip yet?
9th February 2010
Showshoeing: cheap and ecological
Snowshoeing is considerably cheaper than skiing: there's no need for a lift pass, just buy a good pair of shoes.
5th February 2010
Poles apart: Alpine and XC skiing
Cross-country skiing allows you to explore the mountain without limits.
17th February 2010
