Steep slope driving made easy
It's not uncommon for the most interesting and attractive slopes in a ski area to also be the steepest slopes, which experienced skiers specifically seek out and which less experienced skiers still skirt around in awe.SKI CANADA, SKI USA and
Turning in wet snow
Even at the best ski resorts in North America, there are sometimes, if only very rarely, days like this. Days on which the snow seems to stick better than any Pattex. One too warm night and even the most beautiful
Turning under icy snow conditions
Loss of control, no grip and that infernal scratching - a turn on an ice slab is unpleasant in any case, but it doesn't necessarily have to end badly! "Build snow resistance and pressure where there is no grip" -
Deep snow skiing made easy
Deep snow skiing is the fine art of skiing and for many the most fun in the snow and much easier than many think. SKI KANADA, SKI USA and the German Ski Instructors Association (DSLV) explain the easiest way to
The right equipment for deep snow skiing
Deep snow skiing is primarily a question of technique, but the right equipment also plays a major role. The complete safety equipment is mandatory, the ideal equipment is recommended and the right ski is a good prerequisite. SKI KANADA &
The most important basics for deep snow skiing
Deep snow skiing looks playfully easy for experts. Unfortunately, it's not that easy in reality - but not as hard as many fear, either. With the right technique and a few tips, fun in the powder is guaranteed. SKI KANADA,
Safety first on the off-piste
If you want to powder on the off-piste in North America, you must be equipped with all the necessary safety equipment: With avalanche transceiver, probe, shovel and avalanche airbag. More tips and tricks can be found at Avalanche Canada (www.avalanche.ca).
Deep snow skiing for experts
Do you know how to ski deep powder snow and do you enjoy weightless, short, rhythmic turns through the powder? Then you're ready for the next step: SKI KANADA & SKI USA give you the ultimate technique tips. Powder skiing
Exercises, tips & tricks for powder skiing
Deep snow skiing has to be learned - and practiced! SKI KANADA, SKI USA and the experts of the German Ski Instructors Association (DSLV) give exercises, tips & tricks for powder skiing in deep snow.
The most common mistakes in deep snow skiing and how to avoid them
No rhythm, too much setback, falling headfirst into the snow - when skiing in powder, you see the same mistakes over and over again. SKI KANADA & SKI USA analyze the most common mistakes skiers make in powder and give