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What’s Hot in American Skiing?
There’s no question that snowboarding has become a popular winter activity at ski resorts across the country. However, that doesn’t mean snow skiing is melting away with the annual spring thaw. There are still millions of skiers hitting the slopes every season all across the country. The Numbers Don’t Lie While it’s true that traditional downhill skiing has seen a steep decline recently, there are still plenty of skiers on the mountains. According to data from Snowsports Industries America (SIA) overall alpine skiers dropped from more than 11 million during the 2010/11 season to a little more than 8 million...
New Style of Skiing Gaining Recognition on Olympic Stage
If you’ve been watching the Winter Olympics then you’ve probably noticed that the word “slopestyle” is being used a lot. That’s because this year’s Games in Sochi, Russia mark the debut of slopestyle skiing, halfpipe skiing and slopestyle snowboarding. They have all been a big hit so far despite some detractors who think they are gimmicky sports that don’t really have a place in Olympic lore. He Said What? Last month during an appearance on NBC’s Today Show, broadcaster Bob Costas questioned slopestyle’s place in the Olympics with some somewhat disparaging remarks. “I think the president of the IOC should be...
New Style of Skiing Gaining Recognition on Olympic Stage
If you’ve been watching the Winter Olympics then you’ve probably noticed that the word “slopestyle” is being used a lot. That’s because this year’s Games in Sochi, Russia mark the debut of slopestyle skiing, halfpipe skiing and slopestyle snowboarding. They have all been a big hit so far despite some detractors who think they are gimmicky sports that don’t really have a place in Olympic lore. He Said What? Last month during an appearance on NBC’s Today Show, broadcaster Bob Costas questioned slopestyle’s place in the Olympics with some somewhat disparaging remarks. “I think the president of the IOC should be...
Technology and Science Play Big Role in Olympic Success
There’s no question that the Olympics bring together some of the greatest athletes in the world. The same can be said for any professional sport, really. These athletes are highly trained and specialized at what they do. Many have spent their entire lives working to get to the Olympics and perform on the world’s biggest stage. However, when it comes to Olympic success, the best athletes don’t necessarily always win. That’s because technology also plays a huge role in Olympic success; and that role is getting larger. Tech Rules Athletes from around the world train and prepare for the Olympics...
The Right Equipment Can Make a Big Difference
At every Olympic games there are stories of great triumph as well as even more stories of agony and grief. Athletes win for many different reasons, but they also lose for many other reasons. Some athletes just aren’t as good as others, which has always been the case. After all, there has to be winners and losers at every Winter Games. However, sometimes, when a whole team struggles they begin to look for answers outside of their own performance. Is It the Suits? According to a report by CBS News, members of the U.S. speedskating team are still scratching their...