Finland’s City Skis

Who needs a city bike in the winter when you can ski? The Finnish city of Lahti is rolling out the world’s first urban ski-sharing program. Lahti, the reigning European Green Capital, wants to encourage people to reduce their transport-related … Read More

A down ski jacket or a synthetic one?

Whether skiing, hiking or simply taking the dog for a walk, it goes without saying that it’s important to be warm and dry, but which jacket to buy? It’s all become a bit of a science these days, so FamilySkiNews … Read More

Before you pack away your ski kit…READ THIS

Just a few minutes spent now on ski kit and clothing will save you time and money in the autumn when we gear up for the winter 20/21 season. And yes, winter 20/21 will come round before too long (although it … Read More

Top airlines for taking your own skis or snowboards

The website My Late Deals has researched 19 airline baggage policies to find the cheapest airlines for ski carriage – those which carry your equipment for free; those that take it out of your baggage allowance; and those that charge … Read More

Sweaty Betty slope style

Calling all mums preparing for a family ski holiday this half-term… as you pull your ski kit out of the loft, as well as pairing ski socks and hunting for missing gloves – What about YOU?  This is the season … Read More

New spring sunglasses from Panda Optics

All this gorgeous sunshine calls for some new sunnies.  Here’s our editor sporting her new pair – PandaOptic’s new Tide polarised sunglasses (together with a pair of Panda Optic’s Diablo goggles).

We love the trendy “Tide” design with their … Read More

Panda Optics first range of kids goggles

Here at FamilySkiNews, we’re big fans of Panda Optics eyewear for skiing and snowboarding.  Not only do we love their cool, cuddly Panda logo, and the cute bamboo detail on the goggle straps, but now we’re pleased to announce that … Read More

Mum’s got new Panda goggles

Think Panda Eyes?  What springs to mind?  Cuddly panda faces with those gorgeous black splodges, or a faceful of smudged makeup the morning after the night before?  Well, now, as our editor has been finding out, there’s a third option … Read More

Molitor – a legend returns

A legend returns: The new Swiss sports brand Molitor is launching this winter with two unique skis, proudly bearing the name of the legendary Karl Molitor.  

Wengen-born Karl Molitor (1920-2014) was one of the sport’s most celebrated … Read More

Norway’s crazy curling trousers are back

Here at FamilySkiNews, we’re delighted that team Norway’s curling pants are making an appearance once more at the PyeongChang Winter Olympics. 

The Norwegian curling team first sported their trademark jazzy pants at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

The story … Read More