Salomon Snowblades: Why They Vanished and What Replaced Them
Quick Summary: Salomon phased out its original Snowblades as skiing shifted toward twin-tip and all-mountain models, but the short-ski format lives on through specialized brands like Snowfeet*. Wh...
Whatever Happened to Bigfoot Skis?
Bigfoot skis didn’t fail. Regular skis got better, and the short-ski idea moved into new gear. If you want the short answer, here it is: Bigfoot skis took off in the 1990s because they were shor...
If I had to make this simple: most active teens should start by looking at the 99 cm skiblades first. They give a better mix of control, balance, and play than the very short models, while still f...
Kids Who Hate Ski School: Try Short Skis
If your kid melts down in ski school, the gear may be the problem - not your kid. I’d look at ski length first. Many rental skis for kids run 90–120 cm long, and for new skiers that can make tur...
Are Snowfeet Safe for Young Children?
Yes - Snowfeet can be safe for some young kids, but only on easy terrain, with close adult supervision, and a snug fit. If I had to boil it down, I’d say this: low speed, short sessions, mellow hi...
Mini Skis for Kids: Sizing by Shoe Size
Start with your kid’s current U.S. shoe size. That gets you close fast. Then check the boot type, how steady they are on snow, and where they’ll ride. Here’s the short version: U.S. kids’ size 1...
Family Snow Day: Why Short Skis Beat Renting
If your family skis more than a couple of days each season, short skis can save time, cut repeat rental costs, and make the whole day less of a circus. In this article, I’d boil it down like this:...
Best First Snow Gear for a 5-Year-Old
If I were buying first snow gear for a 5-year-old today, I’d keep it simple: start with Snowfeet* MINI KIDS, waterproof winter boots, a new helmet, waterproof mittens, and a jacket with bib snow p...
Are Short Skis Easier for Kids to Learn?
Yes - in most cases, kids learn more easily on shorter skis. If I had to boil the whole thing down fast, here’s the answer: shorter skis are lighter, easier to turn, and less intimidating for ne...
