Ski & Snowboard Tips

Ski Glossary: All the Words You Need to Know

Skiing and snowboarding are such unique sports. And the lingo associated with them is just as interesting! We’re here to make sure you know all the words in the ski glossary before you hit the slopes. Read on and...

8 Mistakes to Avoid on Your First Ski Trip

Planning and taking your first ski trip can be exciting but also intimidating! Not only are you visiting a new destination, but you’re also immersing yourself in an entirely new sport with its own unique culture....

Cheapest Way to Ship a Snowboard Internationally

International travel isn’t easy or cheap. But with Ship Skis, it can be. We offer travelers the cheapest way to ship a snowboard internationally. Winter gear is about as bulky as it gets. And, lugging it to and from...

World’s Most Photographed Ski Slopes

Your ride down the mountain can be over in a matter of seconds. Why not capture the moment with a quick pic before heading down? While fresh powder on any mountain is worthy of a photo, some places truly bring out the...

Conditioning For Winter Sports

Winter… the season so many look forward to every year. The time where you can finally bring your board out of storage and let go on the slopes. But, before you act too quickly, are you staying in tune with your...

Tips for First Time Skiers & Beginners

Skiing isn’t as hard as most people make it out to be. Sure, it has its challenges (especially if you’ve never skied), but it’s one of the best winter sports you can do. Having second thoughts about skiing is...

The Top Benefits of Taking Ski Lessons

Learning a new skill is a great way to bring in the new year. Since January is Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month, many resorts are offering great deals for first-timers. Whether you are interested in skiing or...

Ski.com Feature For Ski Shipping Company, Ship Skis

Ship Skis, a ski and snowboard shipping service, was recently featured by ski.com. Highlighting the background of the hassle-free shipping company, Ski.com discusses what makes Ship Skis the number one winter gear...

4 Ways to Make Your Family Ski Trip Hassle-Free

The laughs and the memories are reason enough to get the whole family together for a family ski trip. But, it’s no easy feat planning this adventure to the peak as we all know, anything can happen when the family gets...

Shipping Skis | Why Should I Use Ship Skis?

Getting your gear to your destination isn’t the fun part of the trip. Airports are inconvenient, road trips aren’t always an option, and traditional shipment methods are risky. But, having it waiting for you at your...

Top 10 Tricks to Make Your Child’s First Ski Trip Rewarding

Sledding, making snowmen and having a snowball fight are great winter activities, but nothing beats a weekend on the slopes. Family ski trips can be a great way to spend a school break, but they can also be a little...

DIY Snowboard Tuning and Maintenance

The summer may not be suitable for snowboarding, but you shouldn’t completely forget about your shred stick until winter returns. In fact, the offseason provides a great opportunity to make sure your board is in...

7 Dos and Don’ts of Skiing Etiquette

Practicing politeness and civility on and off the slopes is never the wrong decision. Following ski and snowboard etiquette makes everyone’s experience more enjoyable and safe. You’re not the only one out there, and...

Tips for Backcountry Skiing

In the past few years, thousands more skiers and snowboarders have ventured into the backcountry to explore the fresh powder that awaits beyond the groomed and crowded resort slopes. The ski manufacturing industry has...

Featured Resort: Copper Mountain

Copper Colorado Nestled just 75 west of Denver, Colorado is the magnificent Copper Mountain ski resort. Copper Mountain, which is actually under lease from the United States National Forest Service, is an easily...

Featured Resort: Heavenly Mountain

Heavenly Ski Resort Lake Tahoe became a vacation destination over 3,000 years ago when the Washoe and Paiute Indians pegged it as their R&R summer spot. The Washoe’s even named Tahoe “The Lake of the Sky,”...

Featured Resort: Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is conveniently located in Teton Village, Wyoming just south of Grand Teton National Park. Jackson Hole is proudly home to some of the steepest slopes in the...

Featured Resort: Kirkwood

Kirkwood Resort Kirkwood Mountain Resort sits just 30 miles south of the breathtaking shores of Lake Tahoe in Kirkwood, California. Kirkwood is known best for its deep, dry snow, averaging the highest annual snowfall...

Featured Resort: Mammoth Mountain

Mammoth Mountain California is one of the most diverse states in the U.S. The Golden State offers thousands of miles of beautiful, sandy beaches, swimming, surf and golf galore. But if you head just north of Los Angeles...

Featured Resort: Grand Targhee

Grand Targhee Resort When a resort uses the slogan “snow from heaven, not hoses” you know you are in for a real treat. But it’s not just the world-class snow that this resort boasts. Grand Targhee Resort is the...