Upcycle Your Old Skis

What do you do with your old skis?  You can sell them, donate them, swap them, or … get creative and turn your old skis into something new!

The Art of Skiing | Spotlight on The Ski Sale at Christie’s

For the last 17 years, as described in a December 22, 2014 press release, “Every January, The Ski Sale at Christie’s presents enthusiasts of the world’s foremost winter sport with an extensive selection of vintage posters depicting the action on the slopes and the stunning mountain scenery, capturing an era of glamour.”  Here’s a look at sale totals and favourites from The Ski Sale at Christie’s over the last 5 years.

The Art of Skiing | Part 2

As showcased in our previous “Art of Skiing” post, vintage ski posters (original or reproduction) are beautiful works of art.  

Snow Art by Simon Beck

See world-renowned snowshoe artist, Simon Beck’s amazing and beautiful snow art creations for Banff National Park:

More about Simon Beck:

• Simon Beck’s Snow Art on Facebook
• Simon Beck’s Snow Art Gallery
• Simon Beck’s Mountain Page on Facebook

Snowshoe History

As evident in GV Snowshoes ‘ “Snowshoe History”, there have been many changes and advances in snowshoes in recent years.

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Skiing History | XC Skating: How it Started

Learn about the birth of skate skiing, classic skiing’s hyped up sibling, from the International Skiing History Association.

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Skiing History | A Short History of Ski Wax

In “Grip and Glide”, the International Skiing History Association outlines the origin and evolution of ski waxing.

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