Knockaround is a California-based company specializing in producing sunglasses (read more about Knockaround sunglasses here). That, they manufacture two types of winter goggles (slingshots and flybys) for skiers and snowboarders. We got our hands on Knockaround Slingshots Couch Couture ski […]
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Knockaround Sunglasses Review
These days, sunglasses are the must-wear accessory almost in every weather. Protecting your eyes is equally important during a hot sunny summer day on a paddleboard or in January when facing the sun shining on the snowy slope. However, the […]
Continue readingPetra Vlhova – The Queen of Alpine Skiing
Petra Vlhova is on her way to becoming the queen of Alpine skiing. The first overall FIS Alpine World Cup win is just a few races away. Petra Vlhova profile Born: 06/13/1995 in Liptovsky Mikulas, Slovakia Coach: Mauro Pini Former […]
Continue readingMessy Weekend Float II XE2 Snow Goggles Review
Messy Weekend Float II XE2 Snow Goggles Frameless Magnetic Interchangeable Lens System High-contrast XE2 lens technology 100% UV400 Protection Anti-Fog and Anti-Scratch Coating Adjustable straps with anti-slip silicone for better hold CHECK PRICE AT MESSY WEEKEND SHOP Messy Weekend Float […]
Continue readingTwo more years for Shiffrin and Atomic
“Mikaela Shiffrin skiing on her red Atomic skis.” That is the view everybody knows from World Cup slopes. And this image should not change. According to web Neveitalia (article in Italian), Shiffrin and Atomic prolonged their cooperation until the end […]
Continue readingSki Straps and Carriers: How to keep your skis together
Transport of skis, ski poles, and ski boots includes two phases. You need a quality ski bag for long-distance transport. However, you will not use a ski bag for carrying your skis and poles from the parking lot to the […]
Continue readingThe Ultimate Guide to the Best Ski/Snowboard Helmets
Wearing a ski helmet is like fastening the seat belt in the car. The absolutely obvious thing when going skiing. Big progress towards safety was made in past years. Now you will hardly find anyone in the skiing resort who […]
Continue readingA Definitive Guide to Best Balance Boards for Everyone
Be in good physical condition and improve your stability and balance. Those are two basic recommendations for every skier and snowboarder. All year long, on-season and off-season, you should work on both mentioned skills. There are plenty of practice strategies […]
Continue readingRent or Buy Skis and Snowboards?
There is one question I hear a lot. It is a question asked mostly by ski beginners or people who have kids starting with winter sports. Is it better to buy or rent the skis and ski boots (or snowboard […]
Continue readingBest Ski Brands in 2020
FIS Skiing World Cup Season finished a few weeks earlier than planned. The “Covid-19” situation required to limit mass events with a high density of people. Therefore, the FIS World Cup Skiing competitions finished before all scheduled events take place. […]
Continue readingFIS Alpine World Cup Calendar 2020/2021
Races planned in North America (Lake Louise, Canada – Killington, USA – Beaver Creek, USA) from 28th November till 6th December were canceled. The new final schedule was released at the beginning of October. FIS Alpine World Cup 2020/2021 Final […]
Continue readingFIS Cross Country World Cup Calendar 2020/2021
FIS Cross Country World Cup 2020/2021 Final Standings Overall Men 1. Alexander BOLSHUNOV [Rossignol] 2. Ivan YAKIMUSHKIN [Fischer] 3. Johannes Hoesflot KLAEBO [Fischer] Ladies 1. Jessie DIGGINS [Salomon] 2. Yulia STUPAk [Fischer] 3. Ebba ANDERSSON [Fischer]
Continue readingBMW IBU World Cup Biathlon Calendar 2020/2021
BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 2020/2021 Final Standings Overall Men 1. Johannes Thingnes BOE [Fischer] 2. Sturla Holm LAEGREID [Madshus] 3. Quentin FILLON MAILLET [Fischer] Ladies 1. Tiril ECKHOFF [Fischer] 2. Marte OLSBU ROEISELAND [Salomon] 3. Franziska PREUSS [Fischer]
Continue readingBest Alpine Skis for 2020/2021 Season (New Releases & Top Models)
New-season always brings a lot of new ski models. 2020/2021 will be no exemption. Brands are revealing their plans during the year, and we will thoroughly note all new releases. Our overview of the best alpine skis for 2020/2021 is […]
Continue readingElan Alpine Skis
Elan alpine skis were a synonym for high-quality skis in the late seventies and early eighties of the last century. Now, after a few years of pause, Elan is again the brand of the best possible standard with a lot […]
Continue readingTop 2020/2021 Cross-Country Skis Models
New season, new models. Every ski season brings new models from leading manufacturers. We went through their catalogs, shops, and demo sessions for the upcoming season to find out what is new and what is really worth it. Here is […]
Continue readingA Beginners Guide to Ski & Snowboard Boots
Legs are doing most of the job when skiing or snowboarding. Therefore, the comfort of your feet should be well assured to make the most of any of your ski or snowboard experience. We prepared the short beginners to guide […]
Continue readingA Beginners Guide to Ski & Snowboard Goggles
Good vision is important everywhere. Skiing and snowboarding are no exception. The speed, sun or shadow, and light reflection from snow are all factors that impact the quality of your vision and also the quality of your skiing and snowboarding […]
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