My husband, brother, fiance, brother-in-law and one stray friend went skiing up at Mt. Baker today. Click here to learn more about Mt. Baker (the most glaciated of the Cascade volcanoes). There was 5 inches of new snow and it was snowing lightly all day. While the snow wasn’t great for visibility, it did keep the ice down to a minimum.
I never would have believed it if it hadn’t happened to me but the new K2 “True Luv” skis that my brother Erik got me for Christmas totally improved my skiing game. I enjoyed the skiing expedition much more with these new skis, even in my old gear. My gear is so old that my goggles literally fell apart after a few runs. I had to buy a new pair up at the mountain. Either way, I felt almost graceful with the new skis and almost capable of getting down the mountain without harming myself or others.
It was a tiring day, even with the new skis. My legs feel like jello and my calves are bruised from the rear-entry boots (from 8th grade!) but I wouldn’t change anything about it. Quality time with family is so very special. And bonus, we all made it off the mountain with no injuries.
I went to buy new boots last night and about choked on the price; I think I need to check on used ski boot swaps before I get too excited about the new-boots idea. =)
You think the new skis improved your game….try new boots! Trust me you’ll be loving life & they will truly improve your skiing! It is way worth it.
I have NOT tried snowboarding yet but I actually have heard the opposite of you – I’ve heard that it’s shockingly difficult to learn and that you spend a lot of time on your tushie for more than just a day.
How about YOU try it and let me know! =)
I used to LOVE skiing. Have you attempted snowboarding? I hear it is amazing. A whole day on yer tushie, but apparently in just one day, one is up and flying about on the slopes!
Yeah, no injuries and powder makes for a great day. We were really lucky and I’m already plotting how I can take a day off work at BB to go up on a weekday. =)
Sounds like fun, and yea on the no injuries. I do miss skiing. And, hey, I was always partial to K2s. They make a killer ski!
Glad you had fun! My hubby would be jealous. He went snowboarding and it was pure ice 🙁