Snowshoes keep you above the snow… to an extent. They increase the surface area under your feet, which helps you “float” or stay higher in the snow than a regular shoe. This increase in surface area also provides greater stability. And that makes it easier to maintain balance in landscapes that may be uneven. These …
Snowshoes work by distributing a person’s weight over a larger surface area to keep the person “afloat” much like a ship floats on water. Without enough distribution, or any snowshoe at all, the snowshoer would sink straight through to the ground. But a snowshoe provides the buoyancy to keep a person largely “on top” of …
After a long day on the slopes, you likely want to slip your feet into something warm and cozy like your favorite pair of Ugg boots. But, should you really be wearing those Uggs out in the snow? No, you shouldn’t wear Uggs in the snow – unless you’ve got one of the few waterproof …
Skiing is a fantastic sport and is a great way to be outdoors and active during the winter. If you’re thinking about taking it up as a past-time, there are a few things you should keep in mind as a beginner. Whether you prefer the rush of downhill speed, or would rather see the scenery …
If you have a snowboard, then you already know that it takes up space when it’s not in use. And you can put it in a bag in the closet or garage, but you really need a better way to store your board. Plus, if you have a really cool looking board, the you might …
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You’re ready to hit the ice but you just can’t find that perfect pair of skates that you can comfortably lace up around your wider feet. As someone with thick feet, I know the feeling. It took me a lot of trial and error before I found a pair of skates that fit comfortably for …
We Found Some Of The Best Hockey Skates For Wide Feet Read More »
Skiing is intimidating for many. You’re on a slippery surface with nothing but two thin strips of laminated material to balance and move on. While the principles of skiing remain the same, regardless of whether you’re heading down a slope or on flat ground, keeping those skis horizontal beneath your feet can reduce a lot …
Getting Started With Cross-Country Skiing (Beginner’s Guide) Read More »
Cross-country skiing is one of the most physically demanding activities you can do outside. At speed, it pushes the body (especially the heart and lungs) to its ultimate limits and engages every major muscle from head to toe. It is also quite a beautiful way to escape the daily grind and improve your fitness. When …
Want to be punny on your cross-country ski treks? We’ve been binding around trying to rustle up some of the slappiest cross-country ski puns around. We think we’ve come up with some XC-lent ones destined to become classic, and are offering them up freestyle. So, sitzmark down and let us take you on a Voyager. …
Cross-Country Skiing Puns For Some Ice Cold LOLs Read More »
Skiing is like any other sport. Once you get your heart pumping and muscles working, you’ll start to sweat and lose the precious water that keeps your muscles, organs, skin and bones in prime working condition. The fact that it’s cold and you don’t notice the loss as much (or feel as much desire to …
Why You Should Have An Insulated Hydration Pack for Skiing Read More »
There is an array of hockey sticks from different companies, and each stick has its distinctive qualities. In choosing a hockey stick, it will highly depend on its attributes that fit your playing style, abilities, and position. Also, the decision on the type of material for your stick is critical and it can either be …
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If you’ve just bought your first entry-level pair of hockey skates, then you might not be aware of the trials and tribulations that come with a new pair. Not only do they take a while to get used to, but hockey skates can take some time to break in to the point that you’re comfortable …
Wanna Break-In Those Skates Fast? How To Bake Hockey Skates At Home In Your Oven Read More »
Are your ankles and feet sore often after practice or games? More than likely it is related to the lacing of your skates. Something that is often overlooked in ice hockey is the proper lacing of skates. While many find focus on the type of skate, the actual lacing of skates is critical to ice hockey …
