Best Skis for Slow-Speed Control on Blue Runs
If you ski blue groomers at about 5–15 mph, short skis are usually easier to turn, stop, and carry than full-size skis. That’s the big takeaway. Here’s my short answer: Best for the easiest low-...
Best Ski Gear for Snowboarders Who Want to Ride With Skiing Friends
You don’t need full rental skis to ski with your friends. If you snowboard and want a simple ski-day setup, the short answer is this: pick based on your boots, your pace, and how much stability yo...
Snowboard vs Short Skis for Casual Resort Riding
If you ride mostly groomers and get out about 2–10 days a season, I’d pick short skis over a snowboard for most casual resort days. Here’s the short version: short skis are easier to learn, easier...
Can You Use Your Snowboard Boots for Snowfeet?
Yes - you can use snowboard boots with Snowfeet*. If your boots fit the binding range and you tighten the straps well, you’re good to go. Here’s the short version: 44 cm Skiskates feel the mos...
Why Snowboarders Like Short Skis for Quick Turns
If you snowboard and want ski turns that feel less awkward, short skis are often the easiest jump. In this comparison, I’d boil it down like this: 44 cm and 65 cm short skis turn the fastest, 99 c...
Skiskates for Snowboarders: Fun or Too Different?
Yes - if you snowboard, there’s a good chance you’ll have fun on skiskates. But there’s one catch: you’ll need to get used to a forward-facing stance and two separate skis under your feet. For m...
How to Avoid Ski Rental Hassles With Your Own Compact Gear
If you want to skip a 30–60+ minute rental line, avoid bad boot fits, and stop hauling giant ski bags, compact snow gear is the simple fix. I’d look at it this way: if your ski days are mostly gro...
Best Winter Sport Gear You Can Carry Anywhere
If full-size skis feel like a pain to haul, short snow gear is the easy fix. Standard skis often run 59–71 in. (150–180 cm), while the gear here ranges from 15–47 in. (38–120 cm), which means it c...
Short Skis for Road Trips: Easy Gear for Spontaneous Skiing
If I want ski gear that lives in my car, I’d pick short skis over full-length skis almost every time. The simple reason: 44–99 cm skis fit in a trunk, use less space, and are less of a hassle for ...
