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by
Matt Gahman
on Monday, January 25, 2021
A recent study shows skiers and snowboarders make up more than
3% of the United States population
— the highest number of active participants since 2014. Winter sports are a
thrilling, exciting way to stay active, challenge yourself and meet new
people, all while enjoying the great outdoors.
Two of the most popular snowsports for ...
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Tagged: ski, snowboard, ski and snowboard equipment
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by
Matt Gahman
on Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Wintertime is quickly approaching in the Northeastern United States. The air is turning cold, leaves are falling and you've pulled your sweaters to the front of your closet. For many people, winter is the time to hunker down in their homes, sipping hot chocolate and waiting for warm spring breezes to blow through.
At Buckman's, winter in the Northeast is our absolute favorite season. The last ...
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Categories:
Winter Activities & Tips
Tagged: ski, snowboard
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by
Buckman's Ski & Snowboard Shops
on Friday, September 25, 2020
For many of us, snow skiing is one of the main reasons to look forward to winter. But did you know you can be perfecting your ski skills even when there's no snow on the ground? Since skiing involves everything from cardio endurance to multiple muscle groups and core strength, doing ski strengthening exercises during the off-season can help keep you injury-free and having fun once the season ...
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Categories:
Ski & Snowboarding Tips
Tagged: ski, snowboard
Posted
by
Matt Gahman
on Monday, November 4, 2019
Skiing is like any sport — there’s always a risk of injury. Skiing involves flying down the side of a mountain at top speed and even going over jumps, all with long rails strapped to your feet. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that sometimes things won’t go your way, and injuries will strike. It’s unfortunate, but it’s the nature of any sport. With the thrill and excitement of the experience comes ...
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Ski equipment
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Snowboard Equipment
Tagged: ski, snowboard, ski and snowboard equipment
Posted
by
Matt Gahman
on Tuesday, June 4, 2019
There’s nothing that quite compares to the fun of skiing and snowboarding, but the sport comes with the need for the proper equipment. If you don't have your own gear, you may have found yourself Googling "snow gear near me." After all, if you don’t have the correct helmet, bindings, boots, and goggles, you’re putting yourself at risk for injury. Even basic cold-weather gear such as coats, warm ...
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Ski equipment
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Snowboard Equipment
Tagged: ski, snowboard, ski and snowboard equipment
Posted
by
Matt Gahman
on Tuesday, March 19, 2019
If skiing is a major part of your life, you’ve probably spent years dreaming of the day when you could finally take your kids out for their first skiing lesson. It’s exciting to pass on something you’re so passionate about, and under ideal circumstances, it can grow to be an activity you all share as a family.
Of course, kids are always unpredictable. We all imagine our kids are going to be ...
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Categories:
Ski & Snowboarding Tips
Tagged: ski, Kids skiing
Posted
by
Matt Gahman
on Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Are you an avid skier or snowboarder? If so, you’re probably always looking for that next new piece of equipment, and anticipating your next opportunity to hit the slopes. But did you know the things you do between your skiing adventures are equally as essential to your success as the things you do up on the mountain?
While it might not be quite as exciting as the act of flying down a snowy ...
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Categories:
Ski & Snowboarding Tips
Tagged: ski, snowboard
Posted
by
Matt Gahman
on Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Do you have old gear laying around your house? Or, have you ever seen retro skis or snowboards at flea markets or yard sales and thought to yourself, what could I do with that? Look no further! As a company that places a strong emphasis on going green, recycling, and up-cycling, we have compiled a collection of ideas for repurposing old skis, snowboards, and sleds. We hope they will inspire you ...
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Ski equipment
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Snowboard Equipment
Tagged: ski, snowboard
Posted
by
Matt Gahman
on Monday, October 3, 2016
Then & Now - Jeff Buckman
As we head into our 45th season, we took a minute to ask some of our long-time employees about their time here. With a legacy as a family business owner and a local ski industry expert, pour a cup of coffee and read about what Jeff Buckman, owner of Buckman's Ski and Snowboard Shop, had to say.
Q: What are your best memories from the early years of the ski ...
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Categories:
Ski & Snowboarding Tips
Tagged: ski, snowboard
Posted
by
Matt Gahman
on Thursday, May 5, 2016
When Spring and Summer arrive, for most of the population it's time to fill up the pool, put on the SPF, and get ready for some fun in the sun. For the snow addicts out there, this time of year is considered the worst when the mountains are closed but the thought of shredding has never left. You can't shake that feeling of your boots still being on your feet, attached to your skis or ...
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Ski equipment
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Snowboard Equipment
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Ski & Snowboarding Tips
Tagged: ski, snowboard, ski and snowboard equipment
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