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Alpine skiing
Comment choisir des skis de freeride?
Oct 16, 2022

How to Choose Freeride Skis?

Do you love powder, bold lines and glades? The various types of freeride skis are for you! The men’s and women’s Unleashed collection of freeride skis from Nordica are a prime example. Here’s a gui...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Choisir vos bottes de ski alpin FL3X
Oct 13, 2022

Choosing Your FL3X Downhill Ski Boots

The secret is out: K2 is now the brand with the renowned three-piece boots originally sold by Full Tilt. The FL3X collection has become fully ensconced in freestyle culture. Here’s how to choose yo...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Ski de piste : Atomic Redster Q & Cloud Q
Oct 03, 2022

On-Piste Skis: Atomic Redster and Cloud Q

Downhill ski runs hold many surprises throughout the day. Such variable conditions call for an on-piste ski that can take on anything and makes no compromises. The Atomic men’s Redster Q and women’...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Choisir de l’équipement de ski alpin pour femmes
Sep 20, 2022

Choosing Women’s Alpine Ski Equipment

Blizzard Tecnica’s Women2Women program has been committed to democratizing the world of alpine skiing for women since 2015. Fostering a better understanding of equipment is part of their engagement...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Protéger nos hivers grâce à POW
Apr 18, 2022

Protecting our winters with POW

Founded fifteen years ago, the not-for-profit organization Protect Our Winters Canada (POW) works with athletes like Caroline Côté to raise awareness about the risks of climate change. This new col...
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Sean Desmidt
Sean Desmidt
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Retour sur les Jeux olympiques d’hiver 2022
Mar 29, 2022

A look back at the 2022 Winter Olympic Games

One month after the closing ceremony of the fourteenth winter Olympic games, our athletes come back from their Beijing experience. Let’s look back on Elizabeth Hosking, Mikaël Kingsbury, Marie...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Ski à Whistler: les coups de cœur de Julien Heon
Mar 07, 2022

Skiing in Whistler: Julien Heon’s picks

Twenty years ago, I had the opportunity to leave my hometown to live in Whistler for a year. I immediately fell in love with this place where the mountains are impressive and intimidating. Still, t...
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Julien Heon
Julien Heon
Oberson Ambassador
Alpine skiing
Raccoon: évolution des skis québécois
Feb 14, 2022

Raccoon: the evolution of Quebec skis

Alpine skis made in Quebec for the past 10 years, Raccoon is the dream of two passionate guys and racing enthusiasts. Since day one, Raccoon has evolved. Here’s what inspired them to continue.
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
5 idées-cadeaux plein air pour la St-Valentin
Jan 29, 2022

5 Outdoor Gift for Valentine's Day

For all ski and snowboard aficionados out there, Valentine’s Day is a great time to play outside; with friends, family, or as a couple! Your significant other needs an essential accessory for their...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
La vérité sur les produits chauffants
Dec 09, 2021

The truth about heated products

There is no doubt that winter, with its cold temperatures, slows down many to explore its pleasures. Wearing the right clothing is the best way to enjoy it. Heating products are the perfect way to ...
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Mélanie Gilbert
Mélanie Gilbert
Human Resources
Alpine skiing
Salomon 2022 : les skis freeride QST
Dec 08, 2021

Salomon 2022: QST Freeride Skis

Salomon is always looking to innovate. This season, the QST line is still on top with two new models. If you don’t already know this Freeski, here are the QST skis’ three key features.
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Big White Ski Resort : neige à volonté
Dec 06, 2021

Big White Ski Resort: All you can ski powder

The Okanagan Valley is known for its warm, sunny weather. Against all odds, this region of British Columbia is also home to a ski village buried under inches of fresh snow. Discover Big White Ski R...
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