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Maintaining your snowboard is essential for its lifespan and its quality of glide over time. Get yourself a snowboard waxing kit, and discover our tips for preparing a top-notch board!

What do we choose to protect our children's hands from the cold? We tell you everything to help you choose their gloves and ski mittens.

Do you want to take care of your snowboard and also know when and how to wax and sharpen it? Here'sYou will find all information about snowboard maintenance.

Freeride skiing takes place in the mountains and/or high mountains. Therefore, your body is exposed to difficult conditions such as cold, wind and humidity. What factors should you consider when choosing your trousers? Explanation

Laurent Cardot from the Decathon Workshop explains how and when to maintain your equipment so that it performs best on the slopes!

Check out our advice to help you choose your skis

All our tips for choosing your freeride skis are here!

The model and size of your snowboard can vary depending on your sports discipline, height and level. Get our tips on how to make the best choice!

Running and skiing, whether it is downhill, cross-country or touring, are entirely complementary sports.What's more, many champions who run on trails or roads, make the most of the winter season to include snow-related sports as part of their training.

The frontside 180 is one of the first tricks you learn in freestyle snowboarding. It’s a 180 degree rotation, with an edge hold on the tails. Check out our tips on how to do it well!

A butter is a basic snowboarding trick for when you want to start freestyling. It's a great way to practise playing with your board on the slope, before progressing to a Snowpark. Check out our tips on how to do a great butter!

The ollie is a fundamental trick in snowboarding, as it’s the basis of all other tricks. We explain to you how to do ollies!

The boardslide is a snowboarding trick that you can learn once you’ve already mastered how to 50-50 a box. It involves sliding on an object, keeping the board flat but perpendicular to the rail or the box.

Making your first jump is a challenge for a new snowboarder. But anything is possible with good advice!

Check out our tips to help you choose your Junior ski gloves and ski mittens.

Here’s our advice to help you select the right ski poles.

Bringing together two disciplines, cross-country skiing and shooting, biathlon is a sport that combines endurance, calmness and concentration! Learning biathlon lets you discover this Olympic discipline in a playful and fun way.

Would you like to discover new sensations of glide? Let yourself be tempted ... go snowboarding! With the right advice, starting to snowboard isn't that difficult ...

Weight loss is a vast subject. Sport is a vast subject. So, what about weight loss and exercise? We will not even mention it. Well, yes, we are going to talk about it, and not just a little. We went to meet doctors, dietitiabs, sports coaches... to write this special feature.

A fun sport, snowboarding is accessible to all. Do you think it is too complicated for you? Elisabetta, instructor and passionate snowboarder will do her best to convince you otherwise!

Is there a way to integrate chocolate into our activity, diet and/or sports routine? In this article, a chocolate expert gives us all the answers.

A healthy, balanced diet is essential for all athletes. It forms the basis of all good training regimes and helps improve performance.

Sledge, mini-skis or scooters, snow garden… Find out at what age your baby can discover gliding feelings then learn the pleasures of skiing little by little!

Preparing for your next holiday in the mountains? Decathlon explains how to choose the right size of snow boot for optimal comfort this winter!

Do you want to progress?Discover our tips and techniques to gain confidence and go further. Happy Gliding!

You don't know what to answer when asked your ski level? No need for hesitation, our quiz to assess your level is waiting for you. Your turn to play!

To progress in skiing or snowboarding this winter, nothing better than the advice of a coach. Lydie, ski instructor and coach, talks about her knowledge here!

The ski pullover plays a key role as the middle layer in a three-layer system. Its main purpose is to provide warmth, while also being breathable, so it wicks away the moisture generated by perspiration. But how do you choose well? We’ll explain everything!

Have you planned your skiing holiday? But you’re not sure how to keep your baby entertained.

Are you wanting to try out cross-country skiing, but need some help in choosing your gear? Classic cross-country skis, cross-country skate skis: we give you the full story!

Are you looking for the perfect backpack for your days spent downhill skiing, freeride or cross-country skiing or snowboarding? Follow the guide!

Warmth, waterproofing, freedom of movement... There are several criteria to consider when choosing a winter sports jacket. Here's all the advice you need to make the right choice!

Choosing second-hand ski equipment, both skis and boots, is a very good idea: it’s economical and environmentally friendly.

Freestyle, carving, freeride, splitboard... le snowboard offers numerous possibilities. For you to find your riding style!

Warmth, wicking away of perspiration, odour, and more. Read our tips on making a good choice of base layer for winter sports.

Is your kid starting to snowboard? To get started and progress in the best possible conditions, choose a snowboard suited to your body shape and ability.

To absorb shocks and protect against nasty blows, back protectors are an essential piece of kit when skiing or snowboarding, regardless of your level or type of use. Here are our top tips for choosing the right back protector.

Are you new to cross-country skiing or looking to upgrade your equipment, and need some help choosing? Discover our advice on choosing the right pair of classic cross-country or cross-country skate ski boots.

Choosing ski bindings is not always easy as you have to consider the type of skiing, the level of skiing and the size of the skier. Let us help you!

Three criteria should be taken into account when choosing your snowboarding boots: your level, shoe size and lacing system. Here’s our advice!

Freeride skiing takes place in the mountains and/or high mountains. Therefore, your body is exposed to difficult conditions such as cold, wind and humidity. What should you consider when choosing your jacket? Explanation

Have you just bought a pair of freeride skis that you want to ride for touring? The choice of fixings can be a real headache. But don't panic, we’ll give you all our advice to make the best choice!

Ski boots are one of the most essential items for a young skier. But how do you make the right choice? We’ll explain everything!

Like any protective item, the back protector is strongly recommended for kids to practise winter sports. How do you choose the right one?

Would you like to invest in an airbag backpack for your off-piste ski and snowboard trips? Check out all our advice on choosing one.

Discover which criteria should be considered when choosing the right style and size of your ski suit.

What discipline and what size skis according to my level? Here we give you some tips to help you make the right choice!

Socks specially designed for skiing can make a real difference in terms of boot comfort. Learn how to choose the style best suited to your needs, right here.

Check out our tips to help you choose your adult ski gloves and mittens.

Planning a family holiday in the mountains? Check out our tips on how to choose the right kids’ ski trousers.

There are several factors to consider when choosing ski poles: the length, type of basket, type of strap, material, etc.

This winter, are you going to discover the Jura and its superb forests? Do not miss these 4 Nordic ski areas all of which are certified by Nordic France. Give in to the charm of these small snow-covered villages!

The Vosges mountain range and its famous forests await you for your next winter holidays? You will be able to enjoy the cross-country skiing area and pistes of the Vosges, which are a real feast for the eyes.

Are you looking for your next destination for cross-country skiing in Savoie and Haute-Savoie? Check out our Top 5 favourite INOVIK team resorts in the Savoie and Haute Savoie

The whole family is setting off to ski this winter, but don’t have skis for the children? Here we explain how to go about choosing the best model, depending on their age, level and size.

As well as protecting your eyes from the light, they improve your perception of the terrain, etc. Several criteria must be taken into account when choosing your ski or snowboard goggles.

Do you want to get started in snowboarding? But where to start...? By the board of course! Here are our tips on how to choose your snowboard.

Ski goggles are one of the most important accessories for a young skier. But how do you choose well? We’ll explain everything!

Are you about to discover winter sports? We explain how to choose your ski or snowboarding outfit, so you get the most out of the slopes!

The ski season is approaching, so it’s time to get the wole family kitted out! you’ve decided to go for a ski suit! But how do you choose the right one?

Warmth, breathability, waterproofness... It's not just a question of style and colour when choosing ski clothing, and therefore your trousers, in addition to the sport practised.

The boot is the most important part of your ski equipment. It determines your comfort, foot and ankle support, influences the movements of your body and the reaction of your skis (support, turns). Check out our advice to help you select your ski boots!

To choose the right snowboard, there are five criteria you should take into account: your level of ability, your riding style, your height, your weight, and your shoe size. Here are our tips to help you choose the right snowboard!

Looking to buy a pair of classic cross-country ski boots but don’t know what criteria to take into account? Follow the guide!

The splitboard is an extraordinary piece of equipment that is now coming of age. So let’s make the most of it and explore its different aspects.

Cross-country poles play an important role in practice, so how should you choose them?

The good weather’s back! We can finally enjoy the sunshine, in moderation, and without forgetting skin protection, especially while out doing sport. Get all our advice on how to get ample vitamin D without the risk!

Crampons can be useful in certain hard snow conditions when ski touring. Find out how to choose the right crampons.

For fear of feeling cold and spoiling your day skiing, we tend to want to stack on the layers of clothing, but only 3 technical layers are enough to keep warm and dry on the ski slopes. Discover their roles!

There are many different types of snowboard, which makes your choice even harder. Read our expert advice on how to choose your snowboard to make the perfect choice!

First and foremost, your snowboard boots need to be comfortable and secure. And they need to work with your type of snowboard and ability level.

Taking care of your skis means guaranteeing them a longer lifespan and better performance during gliding sessions.

Are you wondering why you need to wear a ski helmet? Well, the figures speak for themselves: after the legs, the head is the part of the body most susceptible to injury during a winter sports accident.

Having cold hands can turn a wonderful day on the slopes into a nightmare. Although there is no miracle way to keep hands warm when out skiing, selecting the right equipment and adopting certain behaviours can help greatly. Here are our tips.

Did you know that before going to rescue the victims of an avalanche, you must put your safety first? Find out what to do, with the help of pictures, and check out all the steps of an avalanche rescue without support.

Is your ski holiday approaching and you want to take stock of the equipment needed for your kid? That’s a good first step! With the right equipment, the whole family can enjoy their holiday in the snow.

As an avid rider yourself, you want to share this pleasure with your child. But do you also want them to learn the correct technique from the start? And first and foremost, the ski schools generally start with skiing lessons before giving snowboarding a go... So, ultimately, at what age can you put your children in the hands of an instructor?

On the ski slopes, as in the car, there is a code to be respected so that everyone can fully enjoy the pleasures of the snow in complete safety. But what are the basic rules?

Sophie Claude, a doctor, and Aurélien Laurent, a ski patroller, both work in La Clusaz ski resort, Haute-Savoie. Their job is dealing with winter sport accidents. Whether it's a light blow to the head or serious head trauma, they know how important it is to wear a helmet when you take to the slopes. When skiing, snowboarding or sledding, collisions can happen anywhere, with anyone or anything! Talking about their work, they explain to us why it's so important to wear a helmet on the ski slopes.

Every skier and snowboarder’s primary concern should be staying safe on the slopes, and that means always paying attention to your ski instructor if you’re a beginner, steering clear of cordoned off areas and always assisting if there’s an accident.

To make the most of your cross-country skiing runs without being to hot, too cold or having damp clothing, it’s important to go for technical garments specially developed specifically for cross-country skiing and take into account two criteria:your intensity level and the weather conditions. Check out all our advice to choose the right clothing!

It is time to get your board out to ride fakie in pow... and try to understand what we are talking about with our snowboarding glossary.

Holidays in the mountains conjure up ideas of spending time with friends and family and experiencing some intense sporting moments! What could be better than setting off in a snow park with the right advice!

Try a freestyle board, if you’ve got a little experience and are keen to learn tricks. Then, much like with skis, you’ll need to choose the right flex, length and width for you...

Outside, the temperatures are dropping! 🥶 And even though trips outside are rare at the moment, kids are still going out to school, to exercise and get fresh air. How to protect them from the cold without getting in their way? We’ll tell you all!

If you plan and budget properly, you can keep the costs down and still have an excellent time on the slopes. Here are a few tips from Graham Bell as to how to make your pounds go further in the mountains.

Discover freeride skiing and how to practise it safely.

Have you planned to go exploring the cross-country slopes and are wondering how to transport all your equipment? Look no further! We will explain how to best organise your equipment and transport it easily.