Best Snow Gear for a Family With Three Kids
I’d mix gear, not buy five matching setups. Rent for first trips and lessons, lease gear for fast-growing kids, and buy for riders who’ll use it often. Before you pay, check each person’s boot fit...
Mini Ski Skates for Kids Who Hate Ski School
I’d choose Snowfeet MINI KIDS for supervised snow play - not as a shortcut to downhill skiing. They weigh about 2.5 pounds per pair and work with well-fitted winter boots. But the maker says they’...
Family Ski Day on a Budget: Short Skis for Everyone
My advice: check boot fit and resort rules before you spend a dollar. Short skis can make family trips easier to pack for, but the smallest pair isn’t always the easiest to ride - or the best deal...
Are Short Skis Easier for Kids Than Snowboarding?
Short skis are often easier for kids on day one - but I’d check fit and lesson access before choosing. Separate feet can help with balance, and a snowplow wedge gives kids a way to brake. A snowbo...
How to Pick Mini Ski Skates for a Growing Child
My advice: buy for the boots your child wears now - not next winter’s size. Check the exact binding’s boot range and weight guidance, then test for heel lift, twisting, or slipping. Room to grow h...
Mini Ski Skates vs Kids' Skis for Bunny Hills
I’d pick kids’ skis for lessons and consider mini ski skates for short, supervised play. Snowfeet* MINI KIDS measure 15 inches (38 cm), so they’re easy to carry - but shorter gear doesn’t mean eas...
Short Skis for Kids: Why They Beat Renting Each Year
My take: Buy for repeat ski days. Rent for a few trips or fast-growing feet. At the article’s listed prices, $549 Snowfeet* Skiblades 65 cm cost about the same as 10 rental days at $55 a day - but...
Best First Snow Gear for a 3-Year-Old
I’d choose toddler skis for lessons and Snowfeet MINI KIDS for short, playful slides - only if the fit is secure. MINI KIDS require both age 3+ and a shoe size of at least US Kids 10. If your chil...
Are Icefeet Safe for Kids Learning to Skate?
My advice: choose properly fitted conventional skates for lessons - not Icefeet just because they have two blades. Icefeet may suit casual skating, but I’d first confirm your child’s age, shoe siz...
