Want your own skis but don’t know where to start? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve created this expert ski buying guide to help you own the mountains this season.
If you’re looking to buy a snowboard you’ve come to the right place. With so many options to choose from narrowing down your selection can be tricky so we’ve created this easy to use snowboard buying guide.
With great conditions in much of the Alps and more fresh snow forecast this week, Dynastar ambassador Giles Lewis from The Development Centre, Val d’Isere, gives us his top tips on how to ski powder compared with firm snow, and how to make the most of fresh snow.
If you’re boldly exploring the backcountry this winter, avalanche awareness and the correct safety equipment are lifesavers in the event of an emergency in unmarked and unpatrolled territory. Stay safer off-piste this snow season, with these five backcountry skiing and snowboarding essentials:
Thermoball, The North Face’s revolutionary insulation alternative, started with a problem. Goose down is widely recognised as the warmest and lightest insulation available, yet once wet its insulation properties are less than efficient. Whilst synthetic insulations, performs better in wet condition, is heavier and less compactable.
In winter, even an easy route in Scotland can transform into an alpine epic (we recommend taking a winter mountaineering course). Here are 13 tips to help keep you safe walking and climbing in Scotland:
Height and weight are both important in choosing the correct size skis for kids, but as a general rule, kid’s skis should hit somewhere between their chin and forehead, but like adult skis, the most suitable length depends on a few other factors.
Our stores have a wide range of kid’s ski equipment so if in doubt, visit us in store and get expert advice from our knowledgeable staff.
Also known as randonnée, alpine touring is increasing in popularity. If you’re a skier making the jump to backcountry or alpine touring your boots are as important as ever.
Rab have been making sleeping bags for over 30 years and are constantly evolving and re-designing their ideas despite having created some of the best bags in the industry to date. 2014 is no exception and this season has seen updates to classic models as well as new innovations across the board that promise to offer a greater level of performance than ever before.
When it comes to ski boots, achieving the perfect balance of comfort and performance is a fine art. By taking the time to customise your footwear, you can eliminate pain and enjoy superior control over your skis.
New to snowsports? Wondering why you need special outerwear? And, why it varies so much in price and technical spec, especially when you’re used to just throwing on a waterproof jacket and heading out the door? We've got you...
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