Ski Tuning

The art of ski tuning and waxing applies equally well to telemark, alpine touring and cross-country skis, as well as snowboards. Details when and how to sharpen your edges, touch up the bases, and wax your boards. Read more

Nordic Skis

How to select cross-country skis for classic, skating, or light touring styles of nordic skiing. Includes the differences in length, flex, shape and types of bases. Read more

Nordic Ski Boots, Bindings, and Poles

Once you've picked out some Nordic skis, you'll have to outfit yourself with a means of propulsion: nordic ski boots, bindings, and poles. Read more

Backcountry Skis

Fat, super-fat, mid-fat, phat? Backcountry skis have experienced a renaissance in past years. Figuring what kind of skier you are and where you plan to ski will help you find the right balance of flex, sidecut, width, and length so you can carve the lines you're dreaming of. Read more

Climbing Skins

Going uphill on telemark or alpine touring skis requires the use of climbing skins (nylon strips that attach to the base of your skis). Once you're at the top, remove the climbing skins... Read more