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Author Becky Lomax

Becky Lomax

Snow Sports Expert

Becky Lomax is a writer and photographer who covers skiing, hiking, and backpacking. She is based in Montana where she skis several days each week in winter. The choice of downhill, backcountry, cross-country touring, skate, or Nordic classic depends on snow conditions. Having skied many of the big resorts in the western U.S. and Canada, she knows a good day skiing is any day she’s gliding on the boards.

best gifts for skiers and snowboarders

100 Gifts For Skiers & Snowboarders – The Ultimate Gift Guide

Becky Lomax
Skiing Fundamentals, Snowboarding Fundamentals
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...
best skiing books

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

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...
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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...
Ski Trip Packing List

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

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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Best Ski Bags of 2020

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...
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