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• Why Skiing in Slovakia is Ideal for Families

  

  Winter is nearly here, and with it comes the dusting off of skis, un-burying of hoarded toboggans, and layering up with woollies. Read more

  Posted on 24 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• 7 Ways to Stay Warm While Skiing

  

  Cold weather what maintains a good layer of snow that is needed in a skiing spot. As much as cold weather is needed, staying warm is also essential if you are... Read more

  Posted on 23 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Top 5 French Alps Skiing Destinations

  

  For every avid skiing enthusiast, the French Alps are the ultimate winter sports destination. A true slice of winter wonderland paradise, France has a... Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Safety On The Slopes: Things To Follow

  

  Skiing or snowboarding on the French Alps can give you endless hours of fun. But the slopes can easily become dangerous if you don’t follow safety measures. Read more

  Posted on 19 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Skiing Helmets: To Wear Or Not To Wear

  

  Should you wear a safety helmet when skiing or not? Should it be made law to wear said safety helmet? Or should it only be mandatory for children to wear... Read more

  Posted on 18 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• The Types of Avalanches

  

  The sheer terror of watching a mountain of snow hurtling down a slope and sweeping away everything in its path can only be imagined by most, but the number of... Read more

  Posted on 17 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• St Anton: The Highlights

  

  Situated in the foothills of the Austrian province of Tyrol, St Anton is a small village well known for its world famous ski resort. Read more

  Posted on 16 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• The Best Indoor Snow Slopes in the UK

  

  Now we know that little compares to hitting the slopes of France, Italy, Austria or further afield but unfortunately heading to the snow just doesn’t fall in... Read more

  Posted on 15 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Skiing in Scotland

  

  The current economic climate in the UK is making many British skiers and snow-boarders think twice about paying for expensive trips to skiing resorts in... Read more

  Posted on 14 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• How to Layer Clothing for Skiing

  

  The best way to choose layered clothing for skiing is to go with a three layer process. Many people opt for two layers, but this can mean that if you get too ho... Read more

  Posted on 13 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Win £75 Worth of Simply Piste Vouchers Courtesy of Nonstop Ski & Snowboard

  

  SimplyPiste.com has teamed up with Nonstop Ski and Snowboard which provides ski instructor courses across Canada, New Zealand and France. In order to be in... Read more

  Posted on 12 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Skiing Fitness – What Skiing Does For You And How To Train Before Your Ski Trips

  

  There are lots of great reasons to go on skiing holidays, and these range from the rather amazing views that you can get at the top of those mountains, to the... Read more

  Posted on 12 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• How To Plan Your Ski Trip

  

  Some people grow up learning to ski and carry on the hobby as they grow older, but for others it is something that they find an interest in later on in life. Read more

  Posted on 11 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Tips on How to Get the Most from Your Rental Ski Boots

  

  First up – talk to your ski technician, tell him honestly about your level and whether you expect to progress during your holiday. Read more

  Posted on 10 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• How to Choose The Right Ski Goggles

  Video transcript…. How to choose the right ski goggle Intro Hi and welcome to simplypiste.com – today we’re going to take a detailed look into how to choose... Read more

  Posted on 09 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Ski Resort Investments for 2012

  

  Best Ski Property Investments As the ski season starts to a get underway it looks as though France is going to continue to dominate the ski property investment... Read more

  Posted on 09 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Learning to Ski? Three Steps to Getting Started

  

  The pastime of skiing has a lot to offer: exhilaration, exercise, fresh mountain air, and great scenery. However, learning how to ski can oftentimes be... Read more

  Posted on 08 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Top 7 Items to Take on Your Ski Holiday

  

  Taking a skiing holiday is one of the best ways to ensure that you have endless fun while you are on vacation. However, there is no worse feeling than arriving... Read more

  Posted on 07 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Five BS Facts About Skiing

  

  Skiing. Graceful sport or tumbling down a mountain with planks strapped to your feet − either way there are some fascinating facts out there. For instance: 1)... Read more

  Posted on 06 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS

• Ski Matters

  

  Skiing is a rich and varied sport, so much so that it can all be a bit overwhelming for the newcomer, so here are a few bits of basic advice on a small range... Read more

  Posted on 05 October 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW, SPORTS