Becky Lomax, Author at The Adventure Junkies

Looking for the best gifts for skiers or snowboarders in your life? Search no further. We have choices for you. From socks to gloves, boots to the boards, and sunscreen to hats, we can help you shop for the per... Read More...

14 Of The Best Skiing & Snowboarding Books Of All Time

Becky Lomax

Skiing Fundamentals, Snowboarding Fundamentals

When snow hits the slopes, no skier or snowboarder longs to sit indoors to read a book. But in the off-season or between trips to the ski hill, books can keep your head in the game. If you want to round out you... Read More...

What To Wear Skiing – The Ultimate Snow Clothing Guide

Becky Lomax

Skiing Clothing

On the ski slopes, dressing appropriately is essential. Certain fabrics and clothing layers work better to keep you warm and dry than others. For new skiers, rustling up the right clothing can make the differen... Read More...

19 Of The Best Ski And Snowboarding Movies Of All Time

Becky Lomax

Skiing Fundamentals, Snowboarding Fundamentals

Looking to become versed in ski and snowboard movies? Want to do a little name-dropping to show off your knowledge of the sport? Then, curl up on the couch to watch the best ski and snowboarding movies of all t... Read More...

The Ultimate Ski Trip Packing List

Becky Lomax

Skiing Gear

It’s snowing! That means it’s time to dust off the skis to head to the mountains. But before you go rushing out the door, you need to rustle up all your gear. You don’t want to forget some essential piece of cl... Read More...

How To Ski Steep Slopes – A Beginners Guide

Becky Lomax

Skiing Skills

The steeps -- for expert skiers, the anticipation of the drop elicits thrills. But beginner skiers at the top of their first steep slope often succumb to fear. Peering down is scary. So, check out our beginner'... Read More...

How To Parallel Ski: A Beginners Guide

Becky Lomax

Skiing Skills

See those experts gracefully curving down the slopes? They are parallel skiing. Here at The Adventure Junkies, we will take you through the steps to grow from a wedge skier to a parallel skier. Our beginner’s g... Read More...

14 Ski Safety Tips To Enjoy Your Next Snow Vacation

Becky Lomax

Skiing Safety, Snowboarding Safety

You’ve saved up for your ski vacation and are excited to go. But, you should be ready because an accident on the slopes could ruin it in a snap. You can avoid being hauled off the hill in a ski patrol toboggan ... Read More...

How To Mount And Adjust Ski Bindings

Becky Lomax

Skiing Gear

You’ve just purchased new skis and bindings. Now what? Before you can race off to the slopes with your new gear, someone needs to mount your bindings onto your skis. At The Adventure Junkies, we’ll walk you thr... Read More...

How To Turn On Skis – A Beginner’s Guide

Becky Lomax

Skiing Skills

Gravity is a friend to skiers. In fact, it’s the element that makes skiing fun. To take on gravity as a friend though, you must learn how to turn on skis. This skill helps you avoid people and trees as well as ... Read More...

15 Steps To Learn How To Snowboard

Becky Lomax

Snowboarding Fundamentals

Expert snowboarders are often seen carving fluid turns down snowy slopes. The pros in films make the sport look so effortless. They float across pillows of snow and sail through the air from jumps. But, how you... Read More...

Best Ski Bags of 2024

Becky Lomax

Skiing Gear

You’ve invested big bucks in your skis. So how do you protect your investment during travel? Ski bags, of course. Our goal at The Adventure Junkies is to help you choose the best ski bag for your travels. That ... Read More...

Author Becky Lomax