Ski Reviews
and Ski Instruction
  independent ski reviews and effective ski instruction—tech support for alpine skiers


Ski reviews, ski instruction pointers, technical tips, boot fit advice and other content on this site are from our member site, which has, say subscribers, "the best ski reviews and ski instruction advice anywhere." We hope the information here will help—more, including 1-on-1 consulting (we answer your questions directly)—is available by subscription.

Whether you are just starting, a long-time veteran skier or even a working pro, we'll help you find the best skis and equipment and help take your skiing to a higher level, often saving money in the bargain. . . learn more

(Please note: we focus primarily on alpine skis, including all mountain, big mountain, freeride, frontside, recreational, groomer and race skis.)

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2011 Ski Reviews

Ski equipment is expensive and it's important to avoid costly mistakes. We can help. This site has 99 "30-Second Reviews" of 2011 ski models and we trust they will prove useful.

Our member site has comprehensive reviews of more than two hundred and eighty current 2011 models from Anton, Armada, Atomic, Blizzard, DPS, Dynastar, Elan, Fischer, Goode, Hart, Head, K2, Kästle, Line, Nordica, Palmer, Rossignol, Salomon, Scott, Skilogik, Stöckli, Vist and Völkl—and of more than 1,000 previous years' models—perfect for checking non-current bargain skis.

We offer personal equipment and technique consulting. If you are serious about finding your perfect ski, about taking your skills to the next level and having your best ski season ever, we invite you to subscribe. We're confident that you won't be disappointed.

The Best Skis of 2011 (coming in early Sept.)

Skis of the Year: Overall, Frontside, All Mountain Carvers, Big Mountain Carvers, Freeride Skis and The Innovation of the Year. find out more

Head Raptor RD 130: Fit and performance report

Technique pointers and lessons: Cutting edge ski instruction articles by Harald Harb, John Clendenin, Peter Keelty and other top-tier coaches.

Practical Guide to Tuning: Tools, techniques, suggestions, resources and step-by-step ski tuning protocols to maintain skis in top performing condition.

Personal consulting: Top experts answer your questions 1-on-1—the missing element in other ski reviews and instruction advice and a service available only here. What else is included with subscription?

Apex ski boot debut: on-snow test report

Salomon Lab 3 test report

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Not your average ski equipment buyer's guide

Fischer ski boot

Skis are cool, but boots rule

Boots are so much the most important element of equipment that all other components—including skis—are but accessories by comparison. Assuming less than unlimited funds . . . more

Shape up fast for skiing—It's never too late!

shape up for skiing

Skiing is a dynamic sport that places high demands on the human musculoskeletal system. Velocities are high in downhill skiing, requiring rapid muscular . . . more

 

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