Outerwear 101: Which Socks & Why?
Time to talk socks. Our reviewers weigh in on what they actually wear on the mountain—and why. Plus, two bits of conventional wisdom when it comes to socks and snowsports.
Base Repair 101
Base repairs are part of the game; those mountains are made of rock, after all. A good repair simply requires a little technique and practice, so here’s our step-by-step guide to simple base repairs. (We also threw in a short primer on polymer chemistry, you know, just for good measure.)
GEAR 101: What Is Flipcore?
There’s been a lot of hype around Blizzard’s Flipcore technology. Problem is, the ski industry’s been so busy throwing awards at it that nobody’s bothered to explain it. Here’s our crack at it.
Telemark Skiing 101
Free your heel, and your mind will follow. At least, that’s what they tell us. Assuming they’re right, then BLISTER’s Telemark 101 piece will help guide you down the path to enlightenment.
SKIING 101: Getting Started
Before you can turn pro and star in ski flicks, you’re going to need to get your own setup. Here’s a guide to getting you out of the rental shop and into your own gear.
ROCKER 101: A Brief History of Rocker + A Glossary of Terms
Okay, here it is: Pretty much everything you ever needed to know about Rocker, including a brief history and a glossary of relevant terms. Class is in session.
SKIING 101: Safer Skiing – The Case For Fatter, Rockered Skis
Sure, fat, rockered skis are all the rage, but are they right for you? Before you say No, you might want to think first about your safety.
