The Skiing Department Blog

In previous articles, I have looked at winter sports destinations based on a number of criteria. Your ability level, après ski, non-skiing possibilities and country location. One of the most important factors when considering where to ski is cost. With the industry as a whole concerned about the impact of the global financial crisis alongside the fluctuating currency exchange rates, especially affecting UK tourists, there will be many bargains available in the 2008/2009 winter season.

Saying that there are still huge variations in cost when it comes to different countries and different resorts within these countries. Below, I have listed the ‘major’ European Alpine nations and a few North American resorts to outline the general variations in costs, involved in skiing there. >> Continue reading

We have compiled a comprehensive list of Dry ski slopes and Snow dome skiing centres, in the UK.
Learning to ski before you go on your holiday in the mountains is a great investment, see my previous post: Learn To Ski Before You Go To A Ski Resort. There is an abundance of ski slopes throughout the UK including artificial 'plastic' slopes and indoor real snow centres. >> Continue reading

Like gloves, socks are an essential piece of ski clothing, especially when the weather is colder than normal. Good ski socks are a great investment for a more enjoyable experience on the snow. Not only do they keep your feet warm but they also make wearing ski boots more comfortable.

Although relatively inexpensive ski socks are worth spending money on. Go for the best quality possible and make sure they are specific to skiing. Walking socks or any other sports socks, for example rugby, are not at all recommended. They might look similar to skiing socks but they are not designed to be worn with ski boots. Other types of sports socks might be abrasive against the skin once ski boots are put on.

It’s also best to go for the type >> Continue reading

In a winter sports environment, ski gloves are possibly the most important garment of clothing that you will own.

Bodily extremities like hands and feet are most susceptible to the cold and as some of the main arteries pass through the wrists it is essential to protect this area as much as possible.

The first thing to determine is your hand size as gloves that are too small will feel uncomfortable and gloves that are too large will inhibit your grip on the ski poles.

Like most things you pay for quality and with gloves it is worth investing in the best possible set you can afford.
Insulation is an essential part of the glove and the best insulation will be warm without being too bulky. This must not be confused with a >> Continue reading