Tag Archives: snowboarding

A Snowboarding Dad Salutes Brave Ski Moms

Posted on May 6, 2013 by braveskimom

A guest post from John LaPlante, the editor of GraysOnTrays.com, a resource for snowboarding adults. AND, a very brave ski dad!  I had no idea how brave a brave ski mom could be until I became a ski dad. Now … Continue reading →

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Beyond a Helmet and Goggles: Advanced Protective Gear for the Skiers and Snowboarders in Your Family

Posted on February 6, 2013 by braveskimom

Today’s post comes from Susan Petrone of XSportsProtective.com. XSportsProtective is an online retailer of protective for sports ranging from skiing and snowboarding to skateboarding, mountain biking and more. After talking to Susan, I realized I could interview her and write … Continue reading →

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From Snowboard to Skis For One Day at Alta

Posted on January 2, 2013 by braveskimom

I’m a y’all come kind of gal. If we’re heading out to ski, I’m apt to invite everyone I know. We travel a lot, so no matter where we go, I’m usually trying to make it a party. So recently, … Continue reading →

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Start Your Ski Season and “Go With A Pro”

Posted on November 7, 2012 by braveskimom

“How’s your morning going?” I asked the man next to me. We were waiting to board the   Xcelerator high speed quad at Copper Mountain.  With a wicked grin, he laughed, replying, “Better than the alternative.” I had to agree. … Continue reading →

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Ski Safety: What’s A Wide Berth?

Posted on August 6, 2012 by braveskimom

In June, I received this email: Dear Brave Ski Mom, I am looking for a definition for what constitutes a “wide berth” around other skiers, particularly beginners.  I am searching because of a video circulating on YouTube in which father … Continue reading →

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