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Fede Wenzel

How to ski powder with groomer (on-piste) skis

by Fede Wenzel | 20 Jul 2022 | Uncategorized

Despite the fact that usually after a couple of days of powder I feel nostalgic for hard-packed trails, skiing powder is one of the most beautiful...

The pole plant: purpose & timing…

by Fede Wenzel | 19 Apr 2022 | Ski Technique

In this blog we encourage, as the great Ron LeMaster used to say, skiing “from the snow up”: the most important movements are with the feet and legs...

Advanced skiing: 10 key tips to help you achieve higher edge angles

by Fede Wenzel | 3 Dec 2020 | Ski Technique

Tips for advanced skiing, to boost it to the next level! High edge angle is a common thing in seasoned skiers. Take a look!

Skiing in Italy

by Fede Wenzel | 22 Mar 2022 | Travel & Ski

For the 21/22 northern hemisphere winter season, I moved to Europe for the first time in my life to work as a ski instructor at the Dolomiti di...

Focusing on the inside leg: the key to success…

by Fede Wenzel | 24 Mar 2021 | Ski Technique

On high-level ski technique, we focus (or pay attention) more on the inside leg work, than the outside one. While skiing down the slope, we should...

A step-by-step Guide to Carving…

by Fede Wenzel | 25 Mar 2021 | Ski Technique

Carving is the ultimate skiing, the essence of the current ski technique, and the passionof groomer lovers. The tiramisu of on-piste skiing, the art...

Buying skis and boots: what you really need to know…

by Fede Wenzel | 12 Dec 2020 | Ski Gear

As in most sports, but particularly in Skiing, the equipment is a key aspect, and it directly influences our performance as skiers. It is well known...

The #1 Best Ski Drill Ever…

by Fede Wenzel | 18 May 2021 | Ski Technique

Practicing on-snow fundamental drills is the best way to start the ski season. In fact, December is commonly "drill month" for ski racers. Ski...

Summer storage of your ski gear: a quick and easy guide…

by Fede Wenzel | 16 Nov 2020 | Ski Gear

When the season is over, or if you are not going to ski again for a certain amount of time (several weeks/months), it is key to follow some steps to...