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Ski Helmet Lifespan: When to Replace A Ski Helmet

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Safety is a critical component of any ski or snowboard trip. There are things to consider before you hit the slopes, if your bindings are secure, if weather conditions are safe, and when to replace a ski helmet. Like other sports, skiing poses risk for injury and even death—and having a helmet is one of …

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How to Wear a Ski Helmet with Long Hair: Review of 5 Hairstyles

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Imagine this—you’re heading down the slopes on a perfect bluebird day. The powder is fresh and you feel like nothing can get in your way. But then you have to adjust your helmet to fit your hair. Not only that, but your long flowing locks start blowing around and you can no longer see. You …

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Is Your Snowboard Stance Too Wide? Here’s How to Tell

is your snowboard stance too wide

So, is your snowboard stance too wide? It might be. Your board is your connection to the snow. If you aren’t using that connection properly, you aren’t snowboarding properly. You may never think about it, but your snowboard stance impacts your mobility and performance in ways that you never thought possible. It can take a …

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Best Low Profile Snowboard Helmets: 4 of Our Top Choices

best low profile snowboard helmets

If you’re heading out to the slopes this weekend, don’t forget to grab a helmet. Head safety should be a top priority as a lot of the injuries that happen while skiing or snowboarding happen to affect the head.  We get it. You’re in the search for a helmet that isn’t bulky and annoying to …

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Best Snowboard Bag for Flying – Our Top 4 Favorites

best snowboard bag for flying

Planning on flying to your favorite snowboarding spot soon? We can help you out with the best snowboard bag for flying. We know that you have other things to worry about when it comes to planning your trip—packing, booking flights, arranging accommodation—so we’ve done some research for you. Want to know what we think is …

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Best Headphones for Skiing & Earbuds for Snowboarding

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So, you may have been asking yourself one (or both) of the following questions: What are the best headphones for skiing? What are the best earbuds for snowboarding? Well, this guide will help you determine just that. We know how nice it is to make our way down the slope while listening to our favorite …

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Best Women’s Snowboard Bindings: Our Top 4 Favorites

best womens snowboard bindings

Whether you’re just starting out or have been snowboarding for years, you probably know just how important good bindings are. You know how crucial good bindings are and may be wondering what some of the best women’s snowboard bindings are. Bindings can help you maintain good posture, they can obviously help keep you and your …

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Best Snowboard Wrist Guards: Different Options for You

best snowboard wrist guards

Let’s take a look at the best snowboard wrist guards. Why? Because they’re one thing that can sometimes be overlooked when it comes to snowboarding. While they aren’t all that common, snowboarding can cause a range of injuries. The most frequent snowboard involves our wrists. In fact, around 40% of all snowboard injuries are wrist …

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Flex Rating for Ski Boots: What’s Right for You?

flex rating for ski boots

Sure you’ve heard of flex, but do you know what it means? Flex rating for ski boots is an important thing to know so that you can use it to your advantage. Having the right ski boots can make a tremendous amount of difference when it comes to your performance on the slopes. Using the …

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Best Skis for Tree Skiing – Guide and Top 4 Choices 

best skis for tree skiing

So, you’re ready to try tree skiing. You’ve skied the normal slopes and are ready to up your game. If you’re ready to leap into tree skiing, we’re ready to help you do so successfully. The most important thing you need is a good pair of skis. Here’s our list of best skis for tree …

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My name is Amir and I'm the founder of Snow Slate. I've always had a passion for skiing and snowboarding and I love taking new people along for the ride. I created this website to help you (beginner or veteran) plan your next ski trip with my tips, guides, and product reviews. Hope you all enjoy!

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