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How to Ski (Have Fun) and NOT DIE!

Skiing is pretty fun, especially when you don’t die.Whether it’s avalanches hypothermia, runaway skiers, falling ice, tree wells, or even goats… skiers have a lot to worry about! When you consider the fact that you still need to learn the fundamentals of the sport, where do you even start?Have no fear, Kyle Ashton is here! With over two decades of ski training and experience, Kyle can guide you through the difficult process of learning how to ski with ease. In this book you’ll find everything you need, from the lesson progression taught by reputable ski instructors to the (literal) pitfalls that you might encounter as a skier. Whether you are going to compete in the X-Games someday or you just want to have fun on the snow, there’s something in this book for everyone.Alpine climates are unfamiliar and potentially dangerous, so there’s a lot of information that is covered here. The goal of this book was to create a guide that anyone could learn from, even if you’ve never seen the snow. Everyone should be able to experience the joy of skiing, so this guide was written to be universally accessible.If you’re here, it’s obvious what you’re looking for. You want to to learn how to ski, have fun, and not die. Hey! That’s kinda like the title!The topics covered in this book include, but are not limited to:General Equipment MaintenanceSki Gear ChecklistMy GrandpaThe Universally Accepted Rider GuidelinesSki VocabularySki Binding Installation and AdjustmentsDownhill SkiingCross-Country SkiingTelemark SkiingSki Poles… Are They Even Necessary?Ski LessonsInformation About Various Snow ConditionsChairlifts and Other Lift SystemsThe Trail Difficulty Rating SystemSki WaxFixing Your SkisFixing Ski GougesFixing Delaminating SkisNatural HazardsAvalanchesFalling IciclesMoose (Meeses?)And so much more!Read more

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