Glossary of Snowboard & Ski Terms

Do you speak our language? A ABS Sidewall: Industry term for a type of edge construction on skis and snowboards using high quality ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) plastic. All-Mountain Ski: A large percentage of Alpine skis fall into this category. All-Mountain skis are designed to perform in all types of snow conditions and at most [...]

Dungeon Sale: If You Dare

Dungeon Sale: If You Dare

We’re feeling a little green, and it’s not too much Halloween candy.  It’s the result of giving new life to old equipment.  Everyone can agree that recycling is good for the planet, good for your checkbook, and good for your storage room too.  But sometimes you just can’t attend a swap on a particular day. [...]

Downtown Rail Jam

We tried something new February 6, 2010, organizing and co-hosting a Rail Jam on downtown Wausau’s City Square park. (also known as the 400 block.)  With the support of Badger State Winter Games, Midwest Best Snowboarding, Granite Peak Ski Area and The River District nearly 100 athletes inspired an audience of hundreds with their tricks [...]

Posted in Community, Contests, General, Snowboarding, Twin Tip, April 19th, 2010, 0 Comments

Cool New Product for Knee Support

Cool New Product for Knee Support

We’re constantly looking for the latest proven technology to offer our customers genuine benefits and we’ve found a winner for the 2010-11 ski season for those who have knee pain while skiing or during activity. Does an old injury keep you from enjoying your outings, or from getting your money’s worth from your lift pass? [...]

Posted in Downhill Skiing, General, Snowboarding, Twin Tip, April 19th, 2010, 0 Comments