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Technology and InnovationSki technology and innovations including innovative types of skiing and new ski equipment technologies and techniques.
Grass Skiing
Grass skiing is a developing sport of skiing on grass. Grass skiing is a great sport for alpine skiers, but also an enjoyable activity on its own. Here's more on grass skiing, including grass skiing information, grass skiing equipment, and grass skiing ski resorts. Heli-Skiing
Heli-skiing is is off-trail, downhill skiing that is reached by a helicopter, not a ski lift. Heli-skiing can be a great opportunity for all skiers. Here's heli-skiing tips and information. How To Go Skijoring
Skijoring is the sport of being pulled on cross country skis by a dog or dogs in harness - it's a combination of dog sledding and cross country skiing. Here's how to go recreational skijoring. Riding the Tri-Slider Snow Sled
I recently had the opportunity to ride the Tri-Slider, that high performance three-runner snow sled, which has been making the powder fly at Colorado resorts. Developed by Triage Sled Works, of Colorado, the company’s Eastern U.S. Representative Brett Darrow, put the Tri-Slider through its paces at Stratton Mountain in Vermont. Triage Tri-Slider Sled Image Gallery
The Triage Tri-Slider Sled is an innovational, high-end piece of equipment that allows a rider to "ride" down the slopes in a safe and controlled way. The Tri-Slider sled is durable and lightweight and is equipped with brakes, suspension. Snowblades
Snowblades are short shaped skis, typically 90-130cm, and are also called skiboards. Snowblades use traditional bindings, so you can use your own boots to ski with them. Z-Master Measuring Machine
Z - MASTER is a free standing, fully automated measuring machine designed to use state of the art ultrasound and anode lighting technology to measure ski shop rental customers. The machine measures ones height, weight, shoe size (both length and width) with no data entry or guessing by the consumer. Battery Heated Ski Socks
When cold feet are a problem (and foot warmers don't help) consider battery heated ski socks to keep your feet warm regardless of how cold the temperature is. Kite Skiing
Kite skiing, also known as snowkiting, is one of the latest winter sports. Pulled by a kite powered by the wind, skiers use regular downhill skis and boots to traverse snow or ice. Symbiotechs USA
The XT9 Energy Storing Prosthetic Knee (ESPK) is designed for high activity above the knee amputees and is the first prosthesis designed to enable AK amputees to enjoy extreme sports at the top level. Ski Biking
A ski-bike (or snow bike)is a bicycle-like device with skis instead of tires. Your boots are strapped to the skis and the handlebar is used to steer. SnowQ
Snow-Q is committed to bringing snow sports into the 21st century with a focus on innovation and usability. Therm-ic FootWarmers
Battery operated footwarmers and footwarmers with semi-custom insoles so you can ski all day without getting cold feet. |
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