Publisher's Synopsis
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 Checklist
My Grandpa
The Universally Accepted Rider Guidelines
Ski Vocabulary
Ski Binding Installation and Adjustments
Downhill Skiing
Cross-Country Skiing
Telemark Skiing
Ski Poles... Are They Even Necessary?
Ski Lessons
Information About Various Snow Conditions
Chairlifts and Other Lift Systems
The Trail Difficulty Rating System
Ski Wax
Fixing Your Skis
Fixing Ski Gouges
Fixing Delaminating Skis
Natural Hazards
Avalanches
Falling Icicles
Moose (Meeses?) And so much more!
