Ski and snowboard information and advice – Ski Club of Great Britain

Mens snowsports fashion 2011/12: If you're sick of your current snowsports wardrobe then check out the Ski Club's snowsports fashion guide.

Family friendly ski resorts: There are numerous ski resorts geared towards giving you and your family the best possible holiday

Choosing your ski or snowboard equipment: Our Ski Club equipment tests offer unbiased and sound advice about what to buy, dependent on what you want from skiing or snowboarding.

Avalanche transceiver hire scheme: Avalanche transceivers can be hired from the Ski Club at the following prices:

Ski and snowboard equipment for beginners: When first starting out, it’s advisable not to buy skis or a snowboard but to hire your equipment in resort instead.

Budgeting for your ski season: There are a number of different ways to 'do a season' but it's important to think about how each of these choices will effect you financially.

Graham Bell's fitness tips: Having a good level of fitness when you go skiing or snowboarding is crucial. So here's Graham Bell with a few fitness tips

I dislocated my patella and have had months of hinged brace and physio - is there any specific advice for getting back onto skis, eg support and exercises? View answer
I broke my leg and had a plate put in the tibia. I can ski again but it's quite painful. Should I get the plate removed now? View answer
I'm in my mid 60s and tore my MCL and ACL last year. I've had physio and have since been problem free. Is it safe to ski on? View answer
Usually I have my snowboard serviced or at least waxed and the edges done after a week's holiday, however I've had it now several times that the edges were not done to my liking. Have you any advice? View answer
I am 57 years old and reasonably fit. I have been skiing for 30+ years and I am curious about trying snowboarding. Do you think I should stick with what I am good at or should I give snowboarding or something else a try? View answer