Fifty Places to Ski & Snowboard Before You Die
Fifty Places to Ski & Snowboard Before You Die

Author: Chris Santella

Publisher: ABRAMS

Published: 2013-10-15

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 1613125445

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Climb every mountain—and ski and snowboard the world’s most amazing slopes, from Aspen to Zermatt. Includes color photos. Based on interviews with leading experts, Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die chronicles the rich history of these sports and the people who’ve mastered them, including Tommy Moe, Jonny Moseley, Billy Kidd, and Greg Harms, and takes you to the fabulous mountains you’ve visited—or have always wanted to visit. Explore the world’s most inspiring skiing and snowboarding destinations: Chugach Mountains (Alaska) * Aspen, Crested Butte, and Steamboat Springs (Colorado) * Tuckerman Ravine (New Hampshire) * Rusutsu (Japan) * Chamonix (France) * Portillo (Chile) * Whistler Blackcomb (British Columbia) * Mammoth Mountain and Squaw Valley (California) * Kashmir (India) * Taos (New Mexico) Jay Peak, Mad River Glen, Stowe (Vermont) * Jackson Hole (Wyoming) * and more! Chris Santella brings to life the gorgeous scenery, the glamorous ambience, and the always-thrilling experience of visiting mountains from the Alps to the Rockies, whether it’s après-ski in Cortina or helicopter rides into virgin Alaskan powder. If you’re jetting off on your next getaway or just armchair-traveling this season, this guide will inspire beginners and black-diamond experts alike.

Skiing Around the World
Skiing Around the World

Author: Jimmy Petterson

Publisher:

Published: 2006-11-01

Total Pages: 440

ISBN-13: 9789163171017

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"Let me take you to the slopes you always dreamed of skiing or to exotic destinations where you didn't know skiing even existed. More than a ski book, this is a travelogue depicting the skiing culture and character of 47 fascinating countries." Taken from back cover.

Ski North America
Ski North America

Author: David Holyoak

Publisher: Firefly Books

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 9781552978283

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A guide to the top 40 ski resorts in North America.

The Ultimate Ski Book
The Ultimate Ski Book

Author: Gabriella Le Breton

Publisher: Te Neues Publishing Company

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9783961712960

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* The best in skiing around the world: from the Alps to the Andes, from the Rockies to the Whakapapa Skifield * 150 color and black and white photos, from nostalgic ski shots to spectacular piste views * Including personal tips from ski legends A must-have tome for any ski fan, this wonderfully illustrated book is about all things skiing. Beginning with early Alpine pioneers through to the development of modern skiing, author and ski aficionado Gabriella Le Breton presents the evolution of this much-loved mountain sport and all the essentials of contemporary ski culture. Where is the longest run in the Andes? Which is the most spectacular descent in the Alps? Which is the most legendary hut in the Rockies? Hit the slopes with all of this expert insider info, as well as the best in ski fashion, style, accommodations, and après ski entertainment.

100 Slopes of a Lifetime
100 Slopes of a Lifetime

Author: Gordy Megroz

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2021-11-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781426221958

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This ultimate skier and snowboarder bucket list, from celebrated runs in Alta, Utah, to the challenge of Switzerland's 4 Vallees races through 100 energizing snowy experiences for all levels. Filled with beautiful National Geographic photography, wisdom from experts, need-to-know travel information, and practical tips, this inspirational guide offers the planet's best ski and snowboarding experiences on breathtaking slopes around the world. Complete with a foreword from celebrated Olympic alpine skier Lindsey Vonn, 100 Slopes of a Lifetime is divided by interest and skill level: cross-country routes to intermediate downhill moguls to expert-only backcountry terrain, skiers and snowboarders will find the perfect destination for their dream terrain. From dreamy Colorado escapes to Hokkaido, Japan, where Siberian storms dump more than 60 feet of snow every year, you'll find countless slopes to add to your bucket list from the wilds of Alaska to breathtaking Morocco. Plus find plenty of apres ski activities including: Getting up close with elk in Jackson Hole Trying Europe's longest toboggan run Or sampling the Dolomite's finest cuisine) Grab your skis or boards; this comprehensive and innovative guide will lead you to experience the greatest snow-play adventures the world has to offer!

Where to Ski
Where to Ski

Author: Chris Gill

Publisher: Trafalgar Square Publishing

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 530

ISBN-13: 9780752216898

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Covering more than 500 ski resorts in Europe, North America and elsewhere, this guide includes summaries of the pros and cons of each resort, and ratings of key aspects. There are also street-plans of the villages and towns, and piste maps, as well as features on ski safety and new equipment.

Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Routes: Colorado
Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Routes: Colorado

Author: Brittany Konsella

Publisher: Mountaineers Books

Published: 2017-10-11

Total Pages: 330

ISBN-13: 1594858837

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Whether you’re an experienced backcountry skier or intermediate snowboarder looking to ramp up your out of bounds expeditions, Brittany and Frank Konsella have the cred to guide you to the state’s special runs. Both have descended all of the state’s 14ers on skis and Brittany was the second woman to accomplish that feat. They know where the sweet lines are. Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Routes: Colorado—part of the popular series—includes backcountry routes focused on the Front Range and the San Juans, with other routes in the Sawatch Range, Elk Mountains, Mosquito Range, and more.

Top Ski Resorts of the World
Top Ski Resorts of the World

Author: Arnie Wilson

Publisher: New Holland Australia(AU)

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9781845375928

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A showcase of 40 of the best skiing areas on four continents. From lively apres-ski and fairytale settings, to demanding runs and snow-making systems. The Ski Club of Great Britain has supplied fact boxes for each resort: accessibility, height, number and level of pistes, and number of lifts.

Where to Ski and Snowboard
Where to Ski and Snowboard

Author: Chris Gill

Publisher:

Published: 2004-09

Total Pages: 706

ISBN-13: 9780953637164

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A guide to ski resorts and skiing for the novice or professional, this guide provides all the information you need to choose a resort, including clear plans of the pistes.