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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

 		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.
Why Skis For Women?
Big name ski manufacturers including K2, Volkl and Salomon have a range of skis for ladies. Are there differences in skis for women or, is it just a marketing ploy?
How to Choose Alpine Skis
Fat skis, parabolic, rocker, twin tips . . . if the number of different models of skis on the market is daunting for buyers, the following article demystifies ski types.
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Contributing Articles in Winter Sports

 		How to Choose the Best Snow Sled, Luge, Toboggan
Snow sleds (or sledges) can be plastic boards, foam mats, inflatable snow tubes, or classic wood and metal antique designs. Here's how to choose the right winter sled.
Skiing and a Thermal Spa in Brides-les-Bains
To ski France's famous Three Valleys, staying in Brides-les-Bains is a cheaper alternative to resorts like Meribel and Courchevel. And its has Le Grand Spa des Alpes.
Snowboarding at Heavenly Ski Resort
Heavenly has made efforts to attract the snowboarding crowd. This Lake Tahoe ski resort has terrain parks and groomed runs that help snowboarders enjoy the day.
Whistler Ski Deals and Discounts
Whistler Blackcomb is a popular ski destination, though it is also known for being expensive. However, there are a few ways to save on lift tickets.
Top Ski Resorts in the United States and Europe
If you're going to invest in a skiing holiday you might as well pick from the best. Alexandra Szydlowska rounds up the top skiing locations in the US and Europe.
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