Category: Tips

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When it comes to getting your ski set upright, you’ll need to start thinking about adjusting your ski bindings. After you’ve got them mounted, adjusting your bindings’ DIN Settings is an important step to ensuring safety on the mountain. Depending on the terrain and your level of riding, a correctly set DIN Setting can prevent… Continue reading How to adjust ski bindings

Imagine getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city, leaving your 9-5 and the same old thing you every Friday night. Imagine instead, heading out to the mountains, meeting incredible new people and spending your free time on your skis or board. Imagine jetting off to do a ski season and work a… Continue reading Best ski season jobs – The ultimate guide

Skiing and snowboarding are challenging; there is so much to think about, planning, learning, the soar muscles. This is without even thinking of the rookie mistakes beginners make that are a dead giveaway of your expertise. It’s all about the swag, the style and the confidence. So let’s find out how to improve your street… Continue reading 5 rookie mistakes you can make on the slopes

You’ve likely got a bike or you’re thinking about getting one, but before you go any further, you want to learn a little more about how to improve your riding. Being on a bike can sometimes feel sketchy, so we’re here to help alleviate those worries with some expert advice on improving your skills and… Continue reading Mountain biking – a guide for beginners

As warm climates approach and the promise of the Winter season is behind us, our minds drift to daydreaming of the Summer and all the wonderful activities that come with the season. We start thinking about hiking and exploring, not only the terrain around us but travelling further afield to don our hiking boots and… Continue reading Benefits of hiking: 13 reasons why hiking is good for you

Mountaineering is the sport to nurture your inner adventurer. The one who craves that hit of adrenaline and dopamine when you finally reach the summit and see a stunning view. It’s the sport for the explorer within you, who wishes to use their skills and knowledge to discover paths unknown. Mountaineering is a fun and… Continue reading What is mountaineering?

Whether you’re a seasoned road runner or this is your first foray into the world of running, trail running is the best way to see more of the countryside, get fitter, feel better, and fall in love with the feeling of freedom.  Trail running is a growing sensation; there’s never been a better time to… Continue reading A beginner’s guide to trail running

Our generation has made a significant shift as if taking a 180-degree turn. Born into the technological age of smartphones and immediate information, we now find ourselves increasingly returning to nature and seeking outdoor experiences as a form of self-care. Some outdoor activities, such as hiking and trekking, have become more popular than others. This… Continue reading What’s the difference between hiking and trekking

Slacklining is an exciting sport perfect for long summer nights and even chilly winter days. With little specialised equipment or storage space, slacklines can be taken and set up anywhere. So long as you’ve got two anchor points, a bit of balance, and a will to have fun, a slackline is a perfect way to… Continue reading What is Slacklining – a beginner’s guide

Whether it’s watching District 13 or thinking back to that opening sequence of Casino Royale, the idea of turning the world into your playground just can’t help but appeal. But how do you get from sitting on the couch to leaping from buildings? In all seriousness, there’s a process at work. But it’s not one… Continue reading How to learn parkour or freerunning

What is ultralight hiking? Well, in short, the name kind of hints whats it all about, going hiking with ultralight gear. And you achieve this by bringing only what’s really necessary for your current conditions and really lightweight versions of all gear.And also, the pressure on your body is lower as well with the low… Continue reading Ultralight hiking – The ultimate guide for beginners

So, you’ve just booked your first snowboard trip with your friends or family, and now it’s all getting a bit… real. If you’ve been checking out social media, watching some YouTube videos, you might be starting to understand the scale of the world you’re about to enter into. It’s only natural to be a little… Continue reading Snowboarding beginners guide

If you’ve ever stood in a lift queue or an aprés bar and had no idea what the people around you were talking about, then this post was made just for you. With any sport or culture, there’s a certain amount of slang and terminology associated with snowboarding which, to those on the outside, can… Continue reading Snowboarding Slang

As if buying a snowboard wasn’t complicated enough already, now we’ve got to add in another element? Camber is a tricky beast to wrap your head around, but if you’re looking to pick up a new board, or just take your riding to the next level, then it’s an essential piece of snowboard know-how to… Continue reading What is rocker on a snowboard?

If you keep your eyes peeled in the world of global snowboarding and the competition circuit, you will begin to spot the rising stars, the prodigies, the up-and-coming snowboard pros. These are the young and ambitious, talented riders who hit the big jumps hard, pull record-breaking tricks, and take on any seasoned professional in the… Continue reading Up and coming snowboard pros

You may be new to the sport or pretty experienced, but either way, learning a little more about this weird and wonderful pass time is never a bad thing. And what better place to start than with the snowboard, eh? Now it would be easy to think that a snowboard is just a snowboard. It’s… Continue reading What are the four main snowboard types?

Ladies, if we’re being honest, we’re competitive by nature. Survival of the fittest and all that. But also we are inherently competitive with ourselves, which can make us strive for excellence and to always be at our best game.We are all about smashing that glass ceiling whether its in school, work or indeed on the… Continue reading Female amateur snowboard competitions

We have compiled our favourite ladies to follow who also just happen to be incredible snowboarders and adventurers. We love these ladies for their wholesome content, their positive vibes and of course some major style inspiration. Expect to see big jumps, Olympic medals and the latest snow fashion styles and boards. Instagram is now completely… Continue reading Top 10 female snowboarders to follow

Is it time for your first trip to the mountains? Or maybe you’ve been a skier all your life and feel like joining the dark side. Either way, you can definitely expect an awesome time learning to snowboard! To get you prepared, here are some tips and tricks and a small idea of what you… Continue reading Want to give snowboarding a go next winter?