When we went to Tahoe last week, she was going down the all black diamonds with all us expert skiers and riders. If she were on skis, there would be no way she'd be hitting the expert slopes. But she was looking like a pro and loving it. Sno-blades opens up so much more terrain and fun for people who are not seasoned skiing veterans. It is just one more way that people can enjoy the variety of slopes, runs and trails provided by ski areas.
Diversity is a great thing to have.
I really want to try ski blades, i am going to caanan valley for president's day weekend. If they are not at the main rental desk, then check the snowboard rental shop. Snow blades are great for maneuverability, but you have to be balanced over your skis. You will NOT be able to get away with leaning back or leaning forward even the tiniest bit like with conventional or shaped skis. Snow blades are good in the steeps because of their maneuverability, but you will also give up stability.