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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.
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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.
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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?
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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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Thinking of a Skiing Holiday in the French Alps
Chamonix is the most famous ski resort in the European Alps. One of the biggest attractions is the Aiguille du Midi. Given the popularity and crowds is Chamonix worth it?
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Ski Fitness Training After Cartilage Tear
An interview with professional free-skier and former extreme skiing champion, Andrea Binning revealed her approach to staying fit and motivated in the face of injury.
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Making a Living From Skiing
Andrea Binning shares the adventures of her skiing career which has included winning extreme skiing competitions, first ski descents and featuring in ski movies.
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Freeriding in La Grave La Meije, France
With 2,150 meters (7,054 feet) of vertical drop, no marked trails and wild off-piste ski routes, La Grave is arguably the best big-mountain skiing destination in Europe.
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Best Skiing at the Moment
Guided ski adventures involving a week of off-piste skiing in France, Italy or Switzerland. Take the gamble out of resort skiing. Travel to the best snow.
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Skiing in July in New Zealand
In NZ there's a winter playground for everyone. 17 commercial ski resorts scattered across the North and South Islands cater to all skiing and snowboarding abilities.
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Skiing the Vallee Blanche
French for white valley, the Vallée Blanche is the most famous lift-accessed ski descent in the world. This 2500 meter glacier itinerary starts from the Aiguille du Midi.
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