Skiing
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There’s more than one way to get down a mountain … None of these methods involve skis or a snowboard but, from snowbiking to Yooner (no, us neither), all of them look like loads of fun
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Splitboarding is on the rise as snowboard veterans move on from quick thrills for the more aesthetic rewards of backcountry lines – but there can still be an element of danger
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The winner of the Kendal Mountain Festival photography competition was announced at the weekend. Here we showcase the winning shot, plus the competition finalists
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For its drama and epic scale, this shot could easily be mistaken for one snapped in the Alps or the Pyrenees – rather than the Helvellyn summit plateau in the Lake District
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George Michael and his ex may have been (ski) poles apart in Wham!’s Last Christmas video, shot in Saas-Fee, but the Swiss resort hopes to make up with retro prices and special events
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Away from the hubbub of Chamonix, the French Alps has another piste-perfect resort in Morillon, a pretty family-friendly village close to charming shops – and bags of snow-related fun
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The Swiss playground of the rich and famous is marking 150 years since a celebrated hotelier opened his doors to British visitors in winter
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Backcountry skiing is always demanding and often dangerous, but it’s the only way to really get to know a mountain personally, says Tim Neville
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The skiing around Andermatt is challenging and varied, but will the town’s authentic, traditional Swiss vibe survive the large-scale redevelopment?
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As another winter sports season begins, Charlie English looks at the effects of climate change on a $70bn global industry
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Alex Bellos's Adventures in Numberland Simon Beck's astonishing landscape and snow art illustrates the cold beauty of mathematics – in pictures
Alex Bellos samples Simon Beck’s stunning mathematical drawings, created by running in snowshoes across freshly laid snow in the Alps
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Where to go, what to buy and who to keep an eye on … we ask skiing and snowboarding insiders for their top tips for 2014-15
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From fancy new pads to bargain breaks and family trips where you get to ski all day, too, we round up the best of the new season’s ski holidays
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Dancing on tables, posh cocktails, slopeside drinking as the sun goes down: readers share their top spots for winding down after a day on the mountain
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Skiing holidays can be hard on a budget but these chalets and hostels offer cosy stays with plenty of facilities – and often without the hefty price tag
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There’s no ski lift and no chalets, but a growing number of adventurous skiers are heading to Afghanistan for virgin snow and warm hospitality. This article first appeared in Sidetracked magazine
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A packed live music bar or somewhere a little more chilled and cosy: share your tip on where to finish your day on the ski hill to win a £200 hotel voucher
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These images were shot by Robert Bösch over the last few years for Mammut, to showcase their range of hardy clothing and sports equipment. The most recent, taken in September 2014, celebrates 150 years since the first ascent of the Matterhorn
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Saas-Fee hostel offers jacuzzis, massage, hot tubs and tapas in region of one of world’s most expensive ski destinations
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Ski school owner Guy Ordway answers nine-year-old Ned's question
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May Day call follows 'Masikryeong speed' to build ski resort, 'Huichon speed' under Kim Jong-il and 'Chollima speed' under Kim Jong-sung
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Working in North Korea allows staff at Choson Exchange unique opportunities to explore the country. This month, they stopped off at Kim Jong-un's latest controversial prestige project, and felt like they'd stumbled onto the set of The Shining
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Serving Michelin-starred cuisine high in the French Alps has taken practical as well as aesthetic considerations
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MountainBase owner denies Facebook ad offering to cover fines was irresponsible or encouraged parents to break the law
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Ski touring used to be just for skiers with skins. Now splitboarding is opening up Alpine backcountry to snowboarders, too. Sam Mellish tries out a new project in Morzine
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Four of the world's best action sports photographers were invited to Killer Loop Click on the Mountain, a photography competition in the Courmayeur Mont Blanc area. Accompanied by a team of professional snowboarders, skiers and an Alpine guide, they had four days to shoot a portfolio
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Practising yoga while skiing down a mountain sounds daft, but Rachel Dixon finds a day of 'ski yoga' in St Moritz is good for her technique, and her state of mind
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The Finnish ski resort of Pyhä has cheap ski passes, dramatic scenery, and is where the national team trains. Nicky Holford heads north rather than south for a surprisingly affordable break
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A half-term family ski holiday could set you back thousands of pounds – but follow our guide to cut the cost
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If scenes of blue skies and snowy slopes have inspired you during the Winter Olympics, check out these mountain boltholes, suggested by readers
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Morzine is the best-value ski resort in Europe, according to our ski interactive. But how did we rank them? Here's how we came up with the results …
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Fancy skiing but horrified at the price? Slovenia offers high-quality, low-cost resorts, with gorgeous scenery and friendly locals to boot, says Sam Haddad
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Plus build your own 'bicycle caravan' and dome-style glamping in France, writes Rachel Dixon
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From off-piste powder in Slovakia to family-friendly resorts in the Czech Republic, eastern Europe has it all – at lower prices, writes Sam Haddad
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Avalanche forecasters work in blizzard conditions in Scotland