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Riding off-piste or freeriding can be an exhilarating and unforgettable adventure, forever changing the way you experience the mountains and the sports of skiing and snowboarding. In fact, we'd go so far as to say it's a game changer....

Ah Switzerland. The land of stunning mountain backdrops, exquisite chocolate, watches that cost as much as a sports car, yodelling and unaffordable ski holidays. Actually, despite having a (rightly deserved) reputation as being a little bit on the pricey...

While skiing and snowboarding are great fun, they aren't without risk. And one of the big fear risks is the avalanche. These waves of snow can be devastating and may sweep down a mountain decimating anything in their path....

The Valais Canton of Switzerland isn't short of incredible ski resorts. Down here, you'll find the expansive Verbier and the 4 Vallees, not to mention the iconic Matterhorn. But with the sheer amount of high altitude peaks and snow...

Winter in the European Alps means not just great skiing, snowboarding and apres ski – it also means an increasing selection of epic ski festivals. For the uninitated, these music festivals in ski resorts basically offer apres ski on...

Looking to steal a cheeky short ski break, ideally without a crazy transfer time? In Europe, we're actually spoiled for choice for great ski resorts just a short hop from a major airport. After extensive research, we've compiled a...

Anyone who has ridden on a snowboard or skis knows that there are different types of snow. In fact, often you can find yourself riding five different types of snow in one day. But what are the different types...

Planning your next ski holiday, but want to avoid the hassle of booking lift passes? While there are lots of companies that allow you to book ski holidays, not all of them include the essential lift pass. Finding a...

Whether you’re hitting the slopes or going on a winter hike, you often hear two terms in winter sports wear: Thinsulate and Gore Tex. They're either blurred together in thick product descriptions or pronounced with pride by those selling...

While many see snowboarding or skiing as a social activity, sometimes finding a buddy to go with us is, well... Its a pain in the ass. Coordinating availability, compromising on hotels or resorts, and generally having to work out...