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Airboards were created in Switzerland several years ago after many years of trial and error. Because they’re inflatable they’re lightweight and you can take them with you pretty much anywhere! (Plus, as Docta P and Ice can attest, having an air cushion to land on really keeps your ribs in place – check out these pics of the FaceLevel.com founders as kids riding “Krazy Karpets” down snowy hills!)
The Airboards allow the rider total control with their tri-channel bottom and grippable handles. Riverboarders will be instantly at home on these things, and although nothing beats a whitewater rapid, snow bodyboarding is a great rush at face level!
TAHOE/TRUCKEE — Wax your skis, buy your pass and plan on upgrading your gear at area ski swaps as winter is around the corner. North Lake Tahoe welcomed more than 50 feet of snow at its higher elevations last year, and is anticipating another phenomenal ski season with many ski resorts planning to open in November and December.
One of the most anticipated winter events is North Lake Tahoe’s 11th Annual Learn to Ski and Board Weekend, Dec. 11-12, when beginners can get up and turning for bargain prices. For just $25, novices get ski rentals, lesson and a lift ticket at a handful of downhill resorts located throughout the North Lake Tahoe region. Another not-to-be-missed  … Details
Tahoe City, CA – Wax your skis, buy your pass and plan on upgrading your gear at area ski swaps as winter around Lake Tahoe is right around the corner.
Some ski resorts surrounding Lake Tahoe welcomed more than 50 feet of snow at their higher elevations last year, and many plan to open for the 2010-11 ski and snowboard season in November and December. On Donner Summit, Boreal Mountain Resorts already opened for skiing and riding this past Friday.
One of the most anticipated winter events is North Lake Tahoe’s 11th Annual Learn to Ski and Board Weekend, December 11-12, when beginners can get up and turning for bargain prices. For just $25, novices get  … Details