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Mike's Skiing Blog December 2005 Archive

By Mike Doyle, About.com Guide to Skiing

The Road to Torino

Saturday December 31, 2005
The road to the 2006 Winter Olympics in Torino, Italy follows the worldwide schedule of FIS World Cup Racing. There are racing events for both men and women, held at ... Read More

Bode Miller Fined Over Boots

Monday December 26, 2005
Bode Miller, American racing star and reigning World Cup Champion, was fined $762 dollars (999 Swiss Francs) for refusing to turn over his ski boots for a routine inspection following ... Read More

Lindsey Kildow Wins...

Thursday December 22, 2005
United States Olympian Lindsey Kildow (Vail, CO) won the women's World Cup downhill skiing on Saturday in Val d’Isere, France, and is currently ranked third in the World Cup Standings. ... Read More

Skier Responsibility Code

Monday December 19, 2005
While on the slopes, you will see people using alpine skis, cross country skis, and other specialized equipment, such as that used by skiers with disabilities. You will see skiers ... Read More

Who Says You Can't Be a Ranked Ski Racer?

Friday December 16, 2005
World Cup events in ski racing are under way, and in a short few weeks the best of the best will meet in Torino, Italy for the 2006 Winter Olympics. ... Read More

Choosing the Right Ski Goggles

Wednesday December 14, 2005
Ski goggles not only protect your eyes from sun glare, they also keep snow and wind out of your eyes and off your face. When you move in the ... Read More

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