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Alex Honnold has not only climbed the whole route solo, he has made a film about it; and it’s only gone and won an Oscar! The film is still showing here and there at cinemas; and may get a few more screenings now it has won an Oscar.
The slogan, ‘I just came here to escape. I found the snow. I found skiing!’ takes its reference from a quote from the movie ‘Ready Player One’ and the twist just adds to the coolness of this ski T-shirt.
When your ski season is over for another year, but you are missing the sight of snow, the answer might be to watch a movie. Suspend your beliefs, of both the snow and the storylines, and enjoy a good, or bad, snow day movie.
I read reviews and opted for the Dynastar Intense 10. They hold edges like I’m on rails. They turn when I want them too. They deal with lumps and bumps with ease. If I had one niggle it would be the weight; not noticeable when in use, but they are heavier than my other skis when carrying them from bus to lift to piste.
The slogan, ‘I always get to where I’m going, by skiing away from where I have been’ takes its reference from a quote from the movie and the twist just adds to the coolness of this ski T-shirt.
Not wishing to miss the opportunity of Valentine’s Day to spread a little love, many ski resorts are proud to be renowned for their romantic ski breaks.
This time last year we were in Finland and enjoyed a week at Torassieppi and a week in Yllas. The food at Torassieppi was very good and they served up lots of traditional dishes. I have no idea whether this is their recipe, but it works for me and a gingerbread cookie tastes great with a cup of tea.
Looking around, reading reviews and already being a fan of Thule, I came across their RoundTrip Ski Roller Bag. I knew it would be well made. I knew its features would be well thought through. The bag could accommodate two pairs of skis and a fair bit of kit quite easily. So, that’s what we bought.