Skis - everything you need to know
The right pair of skis should feel like part of your body. The wrong pair can seem viciously uncooperative. You need to take a lot of time and effort to get the right pair that will suit your needs exactly.
There are so many types of ski available now; from telemarking and cross-country skis to race skis and ski boards – it's hard to know where to start.
This section of ifyouski.com goes a little way to explaining what skis are all about. We've also got a few tips on renting and buying your first pieces of equipment. | 
[Photo: Salomon 09-10 male and female freestyle and freeride skis] |