If you have been feeling the itch to go skiing or snowboarding lately then you may be dreaming of spending some time at a Colorado ski lodge. The fact is, that you don’t need to travel the globe to experience world class skiing and snowboarding, because Colorado has all that and more almost right in your backyard.

The state of Colorado has a multitude of winter recreational opportunities in family ski vacation packages that come in a wide variety of price ranges. For those who just want to ski, snowboard and sleep, there is a broad choice in affordable ski lodges that will easily accommodate their needs.

However; for the winter vacationer that requires more, they can pick and choose from Colorado skin lodges that offer world class accommodations including exquisite gourmet dining and expert professional instructors at their beck and call.

The great thing about most all of the ski lodges located in this winter wonderland is that all you have to bring is yourself and your family, because complete equipment rental facilities including snowmobiles are available.

Also, due to the lagging American economy you will find so much more elbow room on the slopes as well as in the lodges that are now offering the best rates on room and entertainment packages then they ever have before for you family ski vacation.

In fact this ski season is so rife with great deals on Colorado skilodges that the best way to sort them all out is of course on the Internet. Things to check for to find the best deals are items such as free or discount airline tickets, airport pick up, complimentary meals as well as whether or not your lift tickets are included in the cost of your stay as well.

Written by Donald Fresoy our expert of the day.

For those who are interested in going on a first snowboarding holiday and need to know more about equipment used for snowboarding they would need to find a good snowboarding equipment outlet where they could find the type of board to use as well as other snowboarding equipment. The first and most important equipment used for snowboarding is obviously the snowboard and one may be quite surprised at first at the size of the snowboard, which is quite large.
When choosing equipment used for snowboarding and more specifically a snowboard, one should ensure that the length of the board should reach up to the person’s chin though there are exceptions such as heavier people need to choose a board that is longer and not so flexible. Also, in case of light persons, the board could be somewhat shorter and also more flexible. The width of the snowboard should be enough to prevent the feet from hanging over the edge and bigger feet necessarily require wider boards. One should also know that in the equipment used for snowboarding, snowboards can either be freestyle/freeriding or Alpine.
Snowboards, boots, clothes and glasses and helmets
The second equipment used for snowboarding is the boots which need to fit well and should also be comfortable. Not having the boots that fit correctly can inhibit control of snowboarding movements and correct fitting boots would boost self confidence and help in more adventurous snowboarding activities.
Generally, one may find soft snowboarding boots or hard snowboarding boots. Soft boots are light and provide good support and are most often used by beginners and are made up of an inner liner that is good for support and also an outer layer that provides traction and shock absorption and are flexible for performing tricks. Hard boots go hand in hand with Alpine snowboards and are quite like ski boots having a rigid back from the heel up and provides better edge when turning.
The next equipment used for snowboarding is the binding that links the above two items together and there are two types of bindings; one is the strap bindings and the other step-in bindings. Strap bindings are for beginner snowboarders and are mostly attached to the board, especially rented boards and have a high back plate to support the ankles and are similar to the support provided by the back of the ski boot. The strap-in bindings cause a lot of inconvenience as it involves a lot of bending to tighten the straps. Other equipment used for snowboarding includes clothing, glasses and helmets.

Written by Scott our expert of the day.

Is it really that hard to learn to snowboard? Is snowboarding really that hard on your body? The answer: yes and no. For the beginning boarder, sore muscles can be an issue and you might spend more time face down in the snow than on your board. Don’t let that keep you off the slopes!

There are a few things you can do to make your snowboarding experience easier and more satisfying. First of all bring plenty of ibuprofen or naproxen sodium with you to prevent the aches and pains from keeping you off the slope on day two. Second, don’t overlook the importance of a good pre-boarding stretch!

Pay attention to you clothes. It’s much more important to dress for warmth, water resistance and movement than it is to look cool. Your muscles will thank you, and your snowboarding will improve much more quickly with the right clothes for the slopes.

Make sure you are using the right equipment for your size and boarding style. If you don’t know how to size your board, set your bindings and size your boots, ask a pro. It’s worth it for the added control that the right sized snowboard will give you.

The first trick that you need to learn is standing and balancing upright on your snowboard. It doesn’t sound like much of a trick, but it is. Balance is key when learning to snowboard and is very important if you plan on enjoying your day on the slopes. Another very important element that may be often overlooked is getting the right board for your boarding style and so is getting fitted for the right snowboard.It will make a huge difference in your performance and feel if you take the time to get fitted for the right board.

One of the hardest techniques to master is treating snowboarding like a dance. Just like in dancing, you want your eyes on where you’re headed and not on your feet. Staring down at your feet makes you more likely to hit something and get hurt. Looking where you’re going is the best way to stay safe and keep good balance on your board.

The most important thing you can learn so that you avoid broken bones and twisted joints is how to fall down. Figuring out how to hit the snow is key to your safety. It can mean the difference between a hospital visit and getting back up and snowboarding some more.

Another great tip for you when you are out boarding is to always pack a small bottle of water. You can never underestimate the importance of being hydrated, even in winter when you don’t expect to sweat too much.

Practice patience and courtesy on the slopes. Being aware of other snowboarders and skiers will keep both you and them safe. Patience and courtesy will not only keep you safe, it will make your whole experience more pleasant.

Written by Justin Lake our expert of the day.

I may be starting to sound redundant always talking about trampoline but that’s because the trampoline is the greatest tool a snowboarder could own! With the exception of slides and presses, which require some sort of obstacle to execute, any trick you ever attempt in snowboarding should first be mastered on the trampoline. Just jumping and spinning on a trampoline won’t help you in snowboarding though. This next statement might confuse some of you, but learning a trick on a trampoline is way different from taking it to a snowboard. So how can a trampoline help you get better at snowboarding then? Here are some tricks and techniques to use on your trampoline that will benefit you when you take them to the snowboard slope.Springs Only!We all know that those springs can snap and come flying. What you didn’t know is I guess somebody sued and now they make these really lame trampolines with elastic wraps instead of metal springs. The result: an almost unusable trampoline. It doesn’t bounce right, it doesn’t bounce high, and it’s a huge waste of money and time.So in using the tips on this article, I am talking about a metal spring trampoline. The originals. You can usually get them super cheap just by looking in your penny saver or the classifieds. Trampolines are big cumbersome objects that people like to get off of their lawns once the kids grow up (I never grew up though… sorry mom). I found mine for a whopping $40 and it’s lasted going on two years.StartersJUMP! The first thing to do with your trampoline is jump as high in the air as you can. A couple things to concentrate are how you are timing the jump and your body’s orientation in the air.Once your body leaves the ground all sorts of core muscles (inner muscles that you can’t see, not even if you workout all the time) will kick in and try to keep you level and stable in the air. If you are flailing your arms about in the air going every which way then this is where the trampoline will help you.Jumping straight up and down will get you use to being in the air. If you want to add more authenticity you can strap you snowboard on (just remember to tape the edges so you don’t tear your trampoline). Now you are ready to practice some grabs.Grab every spot on the board you can (between bidings only!) and just start playing around with it. Adding your own little tweaks to grabs on the trampoline will set you apart and develop your style for the snowboard slopes. For nose and tail grabs make sure you are grabbing the very tips of the board every time!
Spins/InvertsThis is where a trampoline can come in really handy. Now, spinning/flipping on a trampoline is entirely different from executing the trick on your snowboard… there is no edge work, no transition, and no speed involved in the equation, but…You can’t just throw a 540 without knowing what it feels like to rotate a spin and a half. That’s where the trampoline comes in. When spinning/flipping on a trampoline there are several things to take into consideration: 1. Your orientation: are your legs tucked, are you relatively flat based in the air.2. The windup: Concentrate on how you are initiating the spin. This will help you gauge how much force you need to bring the rotation around on the slopes.3. Head position: Where are you looking as you do the spin? Think about doing the trick on your snowboard. Where do you need to be looking to bring the trick around completely? At what point during the spin do you spot your landing zone?4. The landing: Are you landing a nice full rotation? Think about your edgework. The nice thing about snowboarding is that if you under rotate a spin you can kind of recover by sliding it through after the landing… but you need to make sure you are landing on the edge that’s going to give not just dig into the snow and scorpion you down the landing.In any rotation trick in snowboarding you can expect to be flying blindly through the air at some point. Practicing those in-air aspects on the trampoline eliminates a lot of that guesswork leaving only your approach up the transition to figure out.Especially with inverts, you want to be landing on your back on a trampoline not hard-pack snow. Inverts put your head and neck in a good bit of danger, it’s good to be sure you are going to land on your feet to some extent before you try it on hill, and that’s where a trampoline comes in.Once you start understanding these tricks more strap on a snowboard and start throwing in some grabs. Certain grabs aid certain rotations… you will have to play with it and find out what works best for you.Rails/BoxesHow can you practice a snowboard rail on a trampoline? Well you aren’t going to practicing the slide that’s for sure. First you are going to spray-paint or lay down a line of tape straight down the center of your trampoline. This line represents the box or rail.See where I am going with this? Now you choose frontside, backside, switch, or regular and jump. This is practice mainly for 270s and above. It is a really good way to get used to staying on target while spinning.As you do this you are gong to want to pay attention to several important on hill aspects: Make sure you are keeping a good bead on where the line is underneath you, it will help you so much later when you can land dead center on a rail every time.Also keep in mind that if it were a rail or box you would be sliding after the fact… so take into account how you would angle your bodyweight to land flat based and slide.Make sure you get comfortable with executing spins on hill before you go try 270s and whatnot because even though you will know how to complete the rotation and adjust to the slide angle, you will need to be comfortable spinning off a transition and getting your snowboard to go where you want.This is pretty obvious but you should know and be pretty comfortable with all the slides and presses on all the kinds of jibs before you start going after 270s.
That’s my trampoline snowboard practice guide. I cannot stress enough that these are only a means to an ends and you will still have to do a bit of tweaking to make it work on hill with your snowboard. I hope it helps or at least kills some of your summer downtime waiting for those local mountains to be white-capped once again.

Written by Lou G our expert of the day.

Oregon is famous for the ski slopes found around the state, and if you are planning a ski vacation, you should definitely consider Timberline Lodge, located near Mt. Hood in Oregon. There is quite a bit of history in the area, starting with the lodge that was built during the Great Depression by a master craftsman. The Timberline Lodge also has a bit of more recent history attached to it. Part of the movie, The Shining, was filmed here. Many of the ‘outside’ shots were done at Timberline Lodge. The lodge is entirely hand made, and well preserved. The hand woven draperies and the hand hewn beams add to the rustic charm and history of the place. The lodge sits in the middle of 1400 acres consisting of 35 trails. The trails are perfect for beginners, intermediates, and experts. The top elevation at Timberline Lodge is 8504 with a vertical drop of 2501. There are six chair lifts to accommodate skiers. One of the most unique things about Timberline is that it is the one place in the United States that offers year-round snow skiing. Palmer Snowfield is part of the Timberline Resort, and it is permanently covered with snow. Beginners are not always allowed on Palmer snowfield - the conditions are considered each day when making this determination. Skiing, snowboarding, hiking, snowshoeing, and lodge tours are the main attractions at Timberline. Here, it is all about the powder! Mt. Hood is an active volcano which is considered to be dormant. Occasionally, tremors are felt, and steam vents are often visible. The Cascade Dining Room is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day, but the hours do change with the seasons. Other fare can be found at the Ram’s Head Bar, the Blue Ox bar, the Wy’East Kitchen Cafeteria, the Market Café, and the Mt. Hood Brewing Company. Rental equipment is not available at Timberline. You must bring your own equipment. However, smaller items such as gloves and goggles can be purchased at the lodge, along with some clothing items. There is a snowboard and ski school on the premises, and private and group lessons are available. If the idea of a ‘rustic’ ski vacation appeals to you, as opposed to trips with accommodations that are a bit fancier, then Timberline Lodge in Oregon is the place to be! Again, it is definitely all about the history and the powder here. However, whether you ski or not, you must not miss the Magic Mile, which offers a panoramic view of the Cascade mountains that cannot be matched!  (word count 427)

Written by Jasmine Stone our expert of the day.

After my vacation in Alaska, I just had to write an article on where I went and what it was like. There was nothing I would have rather done even though I was skeptical on going in the first place. The end result was well worth it.
Alaska, which has always been a source of awe and mystery, has some of the best skiing in the world, and the Alyeska Resort is one of the finest resorts in the state. With a top elevation of 2751 feet and a 2501 vertical drop, the area gets an average of 631 inches of snow annually.
Although this is some of the best skiing in the world, you won’t find the slopes overly crowded, and there are no long lift lines. There are nine lifts, including six chair lifts and two surface lifts, and one cable car line. There are 68 trails for beginners, intermediates, and experts, with the majority of the trails designed for intermediate skiers.
Night time skiing is allowed, which makes your ski experience more adventurous and thrilling. You will see snow capped mountains, hanging glaciers, and of course, the famous Northern Lights. This resort is ranked number nine of the top twenty-five killer ski trips by Skiing Magazine.
The season begins at the Alyeska Resort in mid November, and runs through mid April. This area of Alaska boasts the longest daytime areas in the United States, with approximately sixteen hours of daylight each day during April. During December, however, there are only about seven hours of daylight - which makes night time skiing necessary if you are going to get in the time that you want to spend on the slopes.
The Alyeska Prince Hotel is the place to stay! Here you will enjoy elegant rooms and fine dining. Nightly entertainment is available as well. There are other nightlife spots in the area as well, that are not associated with the Hotel.
If tubing interests you, then visiting the Glacier Tubing Park is an absolute must! Featuring two lanes of terrain and a surface lift, everyone in the family will enjoy spending time at the tubing park. The Alyeska Terrain Park is a must for snowboarding enthusiasts. Other winter activities that can be enjoyed in and around the Alyeska Resort include flight seeing, helisking, ocean cruising tours, dog sledding, ice climbing, back country skiing, mountaineering, and polar bear viewing.
At the Alyeska Resort, the ultimate winter vacation can be experienced. Brave the elements, then return to the Hotel for some pampering. Get a taste of what Alaska is really like, and what skiing is meant to be! There are activities for the entire family to enjoy, and there are many area sights and attractions to be enjoyed as well. This really is an awesome winter family ski vacation!
If your looking to go on a ski vacation. Consider Alaska it’s just amazing!

Written by Doug Pare our expert of the day.

Whistler - one of the most popular resorts in North America - is perhaps the first place that comes into the mind when vacationers plan to spend holidays in a snowboard season. Situated on the coastal mountain ranges of British Columbia, Whistler is just a short drive from the vibrant city of Vancouver and the Pacific Ocean.

Whistler ski district covers three main centers: Blackcomb, Whistler village, and Whistler’s South Side. Consistently ranked the ‘Best Overseas Ski Resort’ by the Skiing Magazine, Whistler Blackcomb is a much sought-after destination for a pleasant as well as relaxing skiing and snowboarding vacation.

No matter you are a veteran or a novice, Whistler caters to the people of all skill levels, and renders options to enjoy a variety of winter adventure activities, such as cross-country skiing, Snowcat skiing and snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, dogsledging, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and spring skiing and snowboarding.

Aside these activities, heli-snowboarding and heli-skiing are also much popular in Whistler. Further, Blackcomb Mountains of Whistler holds the distinction of being the only summer skiing facility of Canada. In short, Whistler is not only a perfect base for winter sport activities but also a year-round playground. Discussed further in this article is regarding heli-snowboarding as well as facilities available for this winter activity.

Believed to have been originated in the United States from such sports as surfing and skateboarding, heli snowboarding has now evolved as a popular winter sport during the past few years. Heli snowboarding is more or less similar to normal snowboarding. But, the only difference is that in heli snowboarding, you reach atop a run via helicopter, which in turn provides added thrill of snowboarding or heli boarding, as it is sometimes called.

In other words, snowboarding via helicopter allows you to explore hundreds of mountain ranges and more than 1,000 runs, ranging from expansive glaciers to stunning subalpine gorgeous tree runs. Mostly, during heli snowboarding, a professional snowboarder will accompany to guide you in choosing terrain according to group’s skill level, thereby guaranteeing an enjoyable as well as safe trip. Al though it can be enjoyed by people of all skill levels, heli snowboarding is mostly recommended for advanced snowboarders.

Now we will discuss different types of heli snowboarding available in Whistler. Powder heli snowboarding is one of the most popular types of heli boarding. In powder heli snowboarding, it allows you to cruise through the untracked expansive ice fields filled with powdered snow. Big Mountain heli snowboarding is most suitable for those who want to ride through steep exposed lines, couloirs, and spines of high alpine mountain ranges.

For those interested in terrain park-style riding, mini gold heli snow boarding is most suitable. This type of heli snowboarding includes performing several tricks on both man-made and natural obstacles on terrain as well as short steep lines, featuring cliffs, pillow drops, cornices, and mountain faces. Mini golf heli snowboarding is perhaps the most popular type of heli snowboarding in Whistler, for which the K2 Back9 Mini Golf invitational that took place in March 2006 is a fine example.

Nowadays, a lot number of companies are in the scenario to render the best services for heli snowboarding activities. Some top notch resorts and hotels also provide superb facilities for heli snowboarding, along with accommodation and restaurant facilities. Sometimes, heli snowboarding may be offered as a part of a package, which is mostly inclusive of accommodation, dining facilities, and options to enjoy a continuum of activities, apart from heli snowboarding.

However, a thorough investigation must be carried out with regard to the reputation and quality of the service it renders, before approaching a heli-snowboarding company or a resort or a hotel. It must also be checked whether the company you have chosen provides the service of expert snowboarder, as some kind of risks and danger are associated with this activity.

The internet serves as an excellent source to search for the most affordable as well as competent service providers. Most of the service providers have their sites on the web, which in turn enable the tourists to know the details of services, packages, and rates they charge. One can also lean on reviews, and such sources as travel magazines, newspapers, yellow pages, and online directories to choose the most suitable service provider.

Written by Dan Wallace our expert of the day.

One of the popular winter holiday vacation ideas is family ski vacations. If you love winter activities these vacations can be a lot of fun.

You can enjoy different winter activities like skiing, snowboarding, tubing and sledding if you opt for any of the ski vacations this winter during the winter holiday vacation. If you have not been much into winter activities, it is a great time to learn it as well! You can also teach these sports to your kids as they learn faster during their childhood.

Ski vacations with the family are not just limited to sports. This is a great time to enjoy the snow and have fun with your kids.

Why would you want to plan your family ski vacation during the Christmas holidays? Because, with the onset of the winter, many people experience the winter blues. The best antidote for these blues is sitting down and coming up with some great Christmas vacation ideas.

Family ski vacations during your Christmas holidays can be great therapy, and can give you the chance to recharge your batteries for the coming months ahead. Another practical reason for planning family ski trips during the Christmas holidays is that during these vacations, you get enough time off, no matter which walk of life you come from. School-going kids get a long holiday during this period. The more time you get to stay away holidaying, the fresher you will feel. Also, this will give you more time to learn and hone your skiing skills.

Planning the Ideal Family Ski Vacation

While family ski vacations may be great Christmas vacation ideas, the next thing to do after deciding to take one is to plan for it.

The first step in planning such a vacation is to identify a good ski resort in a scenic locality, a place that is child-friendly and has good accommodations. All ski resorts may not be suitable for families and skiers who are at the beginners’ level. While some resorts may have lovely accommodations, the skiing slopes may not be suitable for beginners. However, it will not be difficult for you to find such a resort, as there are plenty of resorts that are great for new skiers.

Once you have identified a few such resorts, you now need to look at which of these offers the best holiday package. Your idea behind a skiing vacation is to pack in skiing with having fun with the rest of the family as well, and the resort you choose should fulfill that objective.

If any of your family members are beginning to learn skiing, opt for a resort with all amenities for beginners. The ski resorts should have beginners slope so that learners can come back to top easily. All skiing gear such as boots, skis, etc should be available at the hotels for the beginners as well as the experts. The winter vacation resort should also be well equipped with poles and training sessions that make learning to ski an easy task for the whole family.

What Makes a Good Ski Resort?

Today, ski resorts are enormously profitable ventures. Now days, there are numerous ski resorts, all of which provide custom or specially-designed slopes and facilities for profit in their business, by providing their customers good facilities. There are numerous ski resorts offering free tickets for kids. There are other incentives as well – some offer free tickets and free lodging while buying a ticket for you.

Again, some of them have childcare facilities, also. They take special care of those children who are raw in this sport and easily get tired on the slopes.

It does not matter if you are a beginner at skiing or have brought your children for first family ski vacations , you can make your Christmas memorable, if you find a perfect ski resorts with the help of some research!

Written by Qing Gu our expert of the day.

Planning a ski vacation means you will have to choosing from among a number of different options. With so many vacation packages and resorts available, choosing just one may not be as easy as you would think. The challenge is to select just one vacation destination from the abundance vacation destinations that are available to choose from. And if you are watching your budget, finding one that suits your budget can be even more of a challenge.

Keep an Eye Out For Lesser Known Resorts

Your goal should be two-fold. First, you want to find an excellent ski vacation. Second, you want to look for deals that can save you some money. One great way to meet both goals is to look for ski resorts that are not so well known. You can be certain that an out-of-the-way resort will have much to offer.

Don’t be reluctant to book it because it is not famous or well known. It may well be worth considering, especially since such a resort will more often than not be cheaper as well. Saving money on your accommodations means have more funds for the “more important” things, like souvenirs.

Another thing to do when looking for a budget ski vacation, is to check out the many ski vacation package deals that are available. Comparison shopping is a must in this regard.

If you do your homework properly, you should be able to come up with many ski vacation deals that have everything included, such as : lift tickets, lodging, rentals and even meals. All this may be included in one low price. If convenience and savings are important for you, then a ski vacation package deal is worth your consideration.

The easiest and most effective way to cut expenses is to save on accommodations by looking for a cheap room, renting a vacation rental with friends or family, or staying at a motel. Any of those options would turn out to be more cost effective that staying at the more expensive lodges.

Another way to save money is to skip buying or renting expensive skiing equipment and borrow from friends instead. You can even save on ski lessons by choosing to learn as part of a group instead of taking private lessons.

If you follow these simple tips and suggestions, you will be able to find a budget ski vacation and make your winter trip to the mountains will turn out to be a truly exciting and memorable experience.

Written by Darlene Berkel our expert of the day.

Snowboarding is a great winter sport and in the past few years has attracted many new fans to the slopes. One common phase that all of these new converts go through is walking into the pro shop for the first time and choosing a snowboard. What are the important features to look for?

The first decision you have to make is are you going to get a cheap board or are you prepared to pay for a more expensive quality board? Many beginners believe that they will eventually graduate beyond the novice stage so why should they spend good money on a beginners snowboard. The answer to that is that a beginners board will not give you the same experience as a good quality board. A cheaper board will be made of cheaper materials and will not be constructed as well. A good decision is to go for the best quality board you can reasonably afford. A good beginners board should not cost you more than about $500.

Also, keep in mind that there is an after market for used snow boards - and a quality board will fetch more money and sell faster than a cheap board. When you are ready to move up to intermediate level and want to get a new board, you have a choice. Either resell your snowboard or pass it down to a younger sibling, relative, or friend.

The second decision you will probably make is whether you should get a men’s snowboard or a woman’s snowboard. For men and boys, the decision is simple - get a men’s snowboard. Women, however, have a choice. Many of the better quality women’s board were built specifically for women, for their shape. In addition, many of these snowboards were designed with input from women pro snowboard riders. But everyone is an individual and you may feel that the men’s boards suit you better. The best way to resolve the question is to RENT both a men’s snowboard and a women’s snowboard. Take to the slopes and go with whatever feels more natural to you.

Thirdly, you will have to decide what type of snowboarding you will be mainly participating in. Different snowboards are build for different terrains and different styles of riding.

Freecarve - This type of riding is equivalent to alpine sking. The focus is on speed racing and carving turns. Freecarve snow boards tend to be the stiffest. This lets them really bite into the snow and make turns with ease.

Freestyle - Like to do tricks on you snowboard? Spins? Halfpipes? Then you want more of a freestyle board. These boards tend to be short and very maneuverable.

Freeride - This is the “in-between” board. It’s good for a little bit of speed racing, but not as good as a freecarve board. It’s also good for doing some of the more common snowboard tricks - but not as good as a freestyle board. This type of board, also known as an all-mountain board is one of the most popular boards sold to beginners.

Now we look at some of the more minor decisions. Pick up the board and feel the weight. All things being equal, you’ll want the lighter board. It’ll be more maneuverable. You’ll be able to handle it better and it’ll be lighter to carry.

What about the length of the board? Manufacturers post suggested heights and weights on the back of their boards. But these are just suggestions. Ultimately you want the board that feels most natural to you. As a general rule, however, a longer board will give you more stability at high speeds while a shorter board will let you spin and do tricks easier.

Also, factor in the stiffness of the board. As a beginner, you will probably want a soft-flexing board. One that is forgiving of mistakes.

And lastly, don’t forget style. Pick the most stylish board you can find and enjoy yourself on the slopes.

Written by Jim Garza our expert of the day.