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To answer the question Altimus has an expert team who have mostly gone to hiking,climbing,skiing.
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1.What core features need to be seen while purchasing a jacket?
2.How to Maintain the quality of the Jacket?
1. What core features need to be seen while purchasing a jacket?
 Three main features needed looked for jackets Windproof,Waterproof,Breathability.
*Windproof:
Wind strongly influences the temperature within the Ski Jacket. Aside from being uncomfortable, it also negatively affects the breathing quality of the outer layer. Unlike Fleece Jackets, the windproof capacity of Ski Jackets is not an issue. In fact, if a Ski Jacket can withstand a water column of tens of meters, it is also windproof.
*Waterproof:
A Ski Jacket needs to be waterproof. There is an ISO norm that defines whether a piece of clothing can be called waterproof or not. In general, clothing may be called waterproof if it can bear a water column of 120 to 150 centimeters (4 to 5 feet). For instance, the best Jackets can withstand a water column of tens of meters. The water column test is done by placing a tube on a piece of fabric. The tube is filled with water until water droplets form on the other side of the fabric. Subsequently, the number of centimeters of water is measured in the tube. Aside from the qualities of the fabric, two other factors are of importance in determining the waterproof capacity of a Ski Jacket. First, all the seams need to be closed with tape, and the other one is that the construction of the Ski Jacket should prevent water penetration. This means that the zippers are covered, the inner layers do not absorb water, waterproof fabrics are used throughout the coat, etc.
*Breathability:
Even while resting, a person loses more than half a liter in fluids through its skin everyday. While performing an activity, the amount of liquids one loses increases. To release the moisture, a Ski Jacket needs to be able to ventilate or breathe, not through holes but through the fabric itself. This is not very difficult as cotton and nylon are already breathable fabrics. The difficulty arises in making the fabric waterproof aside from being breathable. This seems very exotic but there are many different layers which can achieve this based on a simple physics principle. Beneath the Ski Jacket, the temperature and humidity are higher than in the outside. This creates a pressure whereby pushing the moisture outside.
2. How to Maintain the quality of the Jacket?
To keep the performance of outdoor clothing effective NikWax products are the leading brands to maintain the performance of outdoor clothing. All Nikwax products are water-based, environmentally safe and non-flammable.
1.How to choose a Ski boot?
2.What are the main components of Ski boot?
3.How and Where to get proper fit of ski boot?
1.How to choose a Ski boot?
 Ski Boots form the essential link between you and your Skis. The Ski Boots should connect perfectly to your Ski Bindings transferring all your body movements and pressure shifts directly to your Skis. A good Ski Boot should have a snug fit with enough inside padding to prevent injuries and bruises but with a tough outer shell to protect you from overstretching. Choosing a good Ski Boot is essential for your Skiing Safety and enjoyment
2.What are the main components of Ski boot?
Plastic Outer Shell -Ski Boots typically have a stiff Plastic Outer Shell that gives the Ski Boot its sturdy support and the most direct transfer of body movements to the Skis.
Inner Boot -The padded inner bladder keeps your feet warm and the padding protects you from impacts. Different manufacturers make different kinds of liners for different kinds of feet. It is very important to make sure that the liner is snug and has the shape that matches your feet. The Inner Boot will change as you use your Ski Boot more. It will get compressed.
Power Strap - The Velcro strap at the top end of the Ski Boot can be used to make sure that the top of the Ski Boot gives a snug fit, connecting well with your calves and shin.
Ski-Walk Adjustment- This adjustment allows the boot's upper cuff to hinge backward. This will give you the room you need for a more natural walking motion. Although this is a handy feature, most skiers choose for a more solid rear in favor of walking comfort.
Flex Adjustment - This adjustment allows you to change the amount of resistance to the forward movement of your ankle. You can make this flex stiffer or softer. People often use this feature to compensate the flexibility changes of the boot under cold and warm weather conditions.
3.How and Where to get proper fit of ski boot?
•Put on special Skiing socks or at least the thick socks that you would wear when you would go out Skiing. Do not try your Ski Boots with regular socks or even two pairs of socks. You might not think so but the added thickness of the socks matter a lot when it comes to the size and fit of your Ski Boot.
•Insert your foot into the Ski Boot and fasten the clips securely.
•Your toes should lightly touch the front end of your Ski Boot when you stand straight. However, your foot should move backwards pressing your heel into the heel cup when you bend your knees and your toes loose from the front of the Ski Boot.
•Make sure you feel no single pressure points or other painful spots. If you feel them now already, you will definitely feel them when they come under the added pressure of actual Skiing.
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1.How to choose a SnowBoard?
2.What about the wide of SnowBoards?
3.What's the difference between freestyle and freeride boards and their length?
4.What are technical features of SnowBoards
1.How to choose a SnowBoard?
 First consider how often you are going use the board, and where? What style of riding you want to progress into, freestyle or freeride? If you are unsure at this point (which most riders are) Go for All-Mountain so this won't limit you. Next to consider is what graphics do you like? And how much do you want to spend? You need to think about your ability and buy a board to suit. It's worth buying a Snowboard that's a bit above your ability as you progress quickly when you are at the Beginner/Intermediate level, so it will last you longer. However if you are a beginner, you would not be suited to buying an advanced board as this would be far too intimidating and difficult to ride.
2.What about the wide of SnowBoards?
Riders with bigger feet, usually UK 10+ Could have problems with toe and heel drag on a regular width boards. If you have size 10 or large feet it is recommended to go for a wide board. However there are now products available that do allow riders with wider feed to ride regular boards. For example the Salomon F22 boots have a fixed lining. This reduces the footprint by almost a size allowing for riders to ride regular boards. The K2 Zeplin is a mid wide board and would be suited to riders with larger feet.
3.What's the difference between freestyle and freeride boards and their length?
Freestyle boards are usually shorter in overall length, twin shaped (tip and tail the same length) reduced swing weight, to make them easier to rotate and ride/land switch (backwards). Suited to park/pipe and rail riding. They also come with different flex for beginner to advanced freestyle riding. Freestyle - 40 - 50kg: 130-140cm 50 - 60kg: 140-150cm 60 - 75kg: 150-160cm 75kg+: 160cm+ Freeride - 40 - 50kg: 135-145cm 50 - 60kg: 145-155cm 60 - 75kg: 155-165cm 75kg+: 165cm+
4.What are technical features of Snowboards?
Flex - The flex of a snowboard affects its handling/ride characteristics and typically varies with the rider's weight.
Twin tip -Identical shape (symmetrical) whether riding forwards or switch (backwards/fakie)Typically have a shorter nose and tail.
Effective Edge - The length of your snowboards metal edge that makes contact with the snow. When you turn, you shift your weight to your effective edge.
Directional -longer nose than tail with a tapered side cut to initiate turns easy and power you through turn to exit.
Camber - The amount of space beneath the center of a snowboard when it lays on a flat surface and its weight rests on the tip and tail.
1.How to choose a Ski?
2.What length of ski do I need?
3.What are features of modern skis?
4.Is ski level important factor?
1.How to choose a Ski?
 Before buying Skis, make sure of some ideas on the different aspects of Skis. It is advisable if you already know something about the different Parts and Features of Skis, the materials they are made of, and the various Ski Types. Doing so will roughly give you a general picture of what will suit your Skiing needs.
2.What length of ski needed?
This is always a bit of a touchy subject, as there's no real guidelines set in stone. Most people would accept that for complete beginners chin height minus 10cm is good. For intermediates between the chin and nose, and anybody above this level should have a pretty good idea of what they're comfortable on.
3.What are features of modern skis?
Modern Skis have taken much of the knowledge and expertise of Snowboarding Camber and Sidecut Radius to come with more effective Ski shapes. It really depends on your Skiing purpose to find the right shape for you. In general, a Ski with more Sidecut will make it easier to make (carving) turns. Shaped Skis should also be shorter than regular Skis to further aid you in turning.
4.Is ski level important factor?
Buy Skis that are designed for a skill level slightly higher than the one you currently posses. If you buy for your current level then it will hamper your learning curve. If you are a novice and you buy Skis designed for Skiers with a higher skill level, then you will be trying to figure out your Skis most of the time instead of actually learning.
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