The Personal Ski
Does The World Need A Custom Ski Just For You? [Please consider supporting SeniorsSkiing.com with a donation. We appreciate your help. Click here.] Way back in the winter of 2018, long before Covid...
View ArticleWhy I Don’t Read Ski Test Reports
[Please consider supporting SeniorsSkiing.com with a donation. We appreciate your help. Click here.] Seven Ways To Make Ski Tests More Objective. Way back in the late 20th Century, while running the...
View ArticleDemoing Demo Skis
Guidelines For An Objective Assessment. One of the great things about ski rental shops today is their willingness to rent top of the line skis. This is a great deal because for $35 – $50/day, you can...
View ArticleOlder Skier? Here’s a list of the Best Skis for You
When it comes to skis, buying without trying can be confusing. I prefer demo days or demo-ing from shops at or near the mountain. Reading how a ski performs can provide helpful guidance in your...
View ArticleTips to Buy New XC Ski Gear for This Winter
Last winter XC ski gear was in demand like never before and all segments of cross country ski equipment sold out, with few or no options for retailers to reorder. There also was an uptick for...
View ArticleBuying NEW XC Ski Equipment
For newcomers to cross country (XC) skiing, deciding on the best skis can be intimidating, especially if you don’t want to rely entirely on retail sales people or on-line outlets for advice. The...
View ArticleHere’s How to Store Ski Gear and Clothes for the Off-Season
[Editor’s Note: We’ve published Don Burch’s article on storing gear in the past. It’s an excellent reminder that a little care goes a long way.] Hopefully your ski equipment has taken good care of you...
View ArticleKeep Your Gear In Shape
Originally published in the 2020-21 Masterfit Buyer’s Guide and realskiers.com How long your gear remains in tiptop condition depends entirely on how well it’s maintained. At least once a season, it’s...
View ArticleHow To Select Your Next Pair Of Skis – 2024
Regardless of the number of years you’ve been on the slopes, making the correct ski choice can be a challenge. As part of its annual review of new skis, realskiers.com, the go-to site for in-depth ski...
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