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Winter Sports Feature Writer: Lisa Auer

For outdoor winter enthusiasts we cover all disciplines of skiing including alpine, Nordic, cross country skiing (also known as backcountry, randonnée or ski touring), ski-mountaineering, off-piste, telemark, heli-skiing and ski-jumping.

Have other techniques in mind for sliding on snow or ice? For beginners to Olympic athletes there are articles on snowboarding, snowtubing, dogsledding, ice skating, snowmobiling, tobogganing, luging, bobsledding, snowshoeing and ice fishing.

Discover what's happening when it comes to ski resorts, ski and snowboard equipment, winter sports events, backcountry adventures, mountain safety, ecology issues, and profiles of winter athletes and personalities.


Feature Writer Articles in Winter Sports

Winter Sports Back Packs for Men and Women
For winter sports enthusiasts a ruck sack can provide warmth, back protection, a hydration system, storage of essentials while still allowing freedom of movement.
Clothing Layers For Winter Sports
Consider merino wool underwear, Soft Shell mid-layers and thin outer Gortex to create a clothing layering system for maximum comfort, performance and temperature control.
Backcountry Snowboarding Equipment
Snowboarders should not miss out on venturing into the back-country on account of their equipment. The best snow boarding set up will depend on the style of riding.
Preparation For a Himalayan Ski Expedition
Fredrik Ericsson plans to climb and ski the world's three highest mountains - Everest, K2 and Kanchenjunga. His preparation starts in the European Alps.
Swedish Extreme Skier Plans Ski Descent of K2
Fredrik Ericsson is in the process of fulfilling his long-held dream, to ski the three highest mountains in the world - Kanchenjunga, K2 and Everest.


Contributing Articles in Winter Sports

Christmas Gifts for People Who Love to Fish
Any witness to a 12-year-old with Dad or Grandpa, smiling ear to ear, beaming and proudly showing off their 34-inch pike knows fishing tackle is an ideal Christmas gift.
Beaver Lake – Outdoor Ice Rink in Montreal
Just a few steps from Montreal's hotels and stores, is beautiful Beaver Lake on Mount Royal, a picturesque natural setting for skating, sledding and cross-country skiing.
Save Money With Colorado Ski Resort Discounts
Last season the ski resorts really felt the pinch of the economy. This year cheap tickets and discounted lodging are easier to come by.
How to Build an Excellent Sled Jump
A well-placed ramp makes sledding on a toboggan much more exciting. This article explains the process of crafting a successful jump.
Environmentally Friendly Ski Products
There are few simple things all skiers and snowboarders should do to become more environmentally friendly: Get green gear and engage in more back country trips.