http://nablr.com/articles/tips-on-learning-to-ski-before-your-ski-vacation/ Learning how to ski requires practice on the actual slopes - but before you get that far, knowing what kind of equipment and clothing you'll need and a little bit about the sport will save you time and money. If possible, go to a professional ski shop for outfitting. They'll explain the various pieces of clothing and types of skis - and you can try them on to see how they fit and feel. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:00:36 CST en