5 safety rules on the tracks
The Val Thorens resort opened its doors on November 24th, the first excited skiers to find the snow land and only dream of one thing: glide. Always faster, always farther. The practice of skiing or snowboarding is today one of the most popular activities. However, it is a matter of getting ready for this sport to remain a pleasure to practice with family or friends. So what are the good behaviors to be adopted?
① Equip well
First of all, it is essential to equip yourself with a good condition, well adjusted, adapted to your morphology and to your level. Do not hesitate to contact our team present in the ski shop, whether you are renting well, but to buy your equipment.
If you are well-built with large calves, opt for shoes with flared collar. If your feet are wide, ask for a large width. Finally, if you tend to get cold feet, wear Merino wool socks or silver wire.
② Observing the terrain
Although the trails are groomed, secure and the trackers are present to surround you all winter, it is essential to know how to read the snow and its asperities. Each at its own pace, start with green or blue tracks before you engage in red and black. Find out about the weather and prefer the oriented slopes is in the morning, they enjoy more sunshine.
③ Feeding properly
Before a week of skiing, it is important to make energy reserves, and this a few days before departure. On the programme: Good nights of sleep and a suitable diet, which is rich in slow sugars and dry vegetables (pasta, rice, lentils, chickpeas or even dried beans). Be sure to hydrate yourself. Indeed, your body will be constantly asked for by the cold, the adrenaline, the altitude, the effort and therefore the perspiration, not forgetting the hot wine or beer during the lunch break. Then drink water or fruit juices rich in vitamins.
④ Follow the rules on the slopes
Speed yes, but above all safety and pleasure! The service of the trails is there to ensure that everything is going for the best. However, skiing is a sport accessible to all and many visitors forget that it is a sport with rules of the game and therefore their respect. Opening hours, taking into account the marking and the route of descents and above all, apprehension of other skiers and snowboarders are all factors to be integrated in the practice of this sport.
⑤ Wear a helmet
Everyone talks about it and many have adopted it: it's your turn! Again, check with us in store to find helmet at your head. There are all tastes, all styles. Sober or flashy, cap or bowl, in addition to guaranteeing your safety, it will warm your head and give you style.
At Eskiador, you will be offered a wide range of products. Our team of mountain specialists is at your disposal to advise you and to make you spend the best possible stay. Let yourself be tempted!
