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Alpine skiing
Se préparer pour la saison de ski
Jul 07, 2021

Getting ready for the upcoming ski season

Do you think it’s too early to train for the upcoming ski season? Even though, the first snow is still far from falling, July and August are the perfect months to start preparing for the upcoming s...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Mythes et réalités sur l'entraînement physique
May 05, 2021

Training Myths and realities

Training! It's hard to tell what's real and what's not when it comes to reaching your full potential and A1 fitness level. But what is it really? Smith Coaching debunks 6 training myths.
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Guillaume Smith
Guillaume Smith
Physical Trainer @ Smith Coaching
Alpine skiing
Découvrez la technologie de casque Mips
Apr 13, 2021

Discover MIPS helmet technology

Biking season is upon us. So are wipeouts! Wearing a helmet is imperative when you are out on your bike. Have you heard of MIPS technology? Here’s an overview of what it’s all about.
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Repousser les limites grâce aux skis Joy de Head
Jan 18, 2021

Push the limits with Joy skis from Head

Skis to match the ambitions of many women skiers. The Joy range of skis is designed to satisfy the most demanding and ambitious skiers on the slopes. The collection at a glance.
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
À la découverte de la collection Blackops de Rossignol
Dec 29, 2020

Choosing the size of a snowboard

Just in time for a winter where the outdoors will be at the heart of everyone’s lifestyle, Rossignol’s BlackOps line will bring joy to all freestyle enthusiasts. Discover this new collection.
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Team
Team
Rossignol
Alpine skiing
Les compagnies québécoises à découvrir (et redécouvrir)
Dec 14, 2020

Quebec companies to discover (and rediscover!)

2020 has, more than ever, motivated Quebecers to buy local. Products made in Quebec are front and center for the winter season. Discover three Quebec companies just in time for your holiday shopping.
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Capsule bière d'après-ski #2
Feb 27, 2020

Après-ski beer suggestion #2

La Tête dans les Nuages, double IPA (Double Dry Hop) 8 % - Sir John Brewing Co., Lachute   After a cold February day spent on the slopes, the après-ski is definitely something to look f...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Choisir les bons vêtements : ski en station vs. haute route
Jan 23, 2020

Resort vs. touring skiing: choosing the right clothes

Finding the right combination of clothing for mountain sports can be quite the puzzle! Companies are offering more and more shell and insulation options that it can be hard to make a choice. The ne...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
Comment cirer sa planche ou ses skis ?
Jan 16, 2020

How to Wax Your Board and/or Skis?

On a cold winter day, I left my office to go and visit my colleagues at our shop on the other side of the parking. For us (web folks), the guys in the shop pass skies and boards through a big machi...
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Team
Team
Oberson
Alpine skiing
Les compagnies eco friendly chez Oberson
Jan 15, 2020

Eco Friendly Brands Available at Oberson

Lib Tech They have been manufacturing snowboards for the last 26 years and their objective since inception was, and still is, to be conscientious of nature as well as the environment their employee...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor
Alpine skiing
L’entretien d'un vêtement technique
Jan 14, 2020

How to care for your technical clothing

It is important to properly care for your technical clothing to ensure maximum performance as long as possible. Here's a how to care for your technical clothing.
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Team
Team
Oberson
Alpine skiing
Capsule bière d'après-ski #1
Jan 02, 2020

Après-ski beer suggestion #1

La Muerte by Simple Malt Microbrewery, is a 7.5% coffee imperial stout aged in rye, bourbon and brandy barrels     The sun slowly sets and gives way to the early winter evening. You’...
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Élisabeth
Élisabeth
Oberson Editor