Charles Bird Vaughan, Jr. was born in Ridgewood, N.J. When Vaughan was three years old his family moved to Manchester, Vermont, where his parents became owners of The Red Doors Inn. Vaughan began his skiing career at Bromley Mountain, in… Continue Reading →
On January 26 of this year, Charles Bird Vaughan Jr. passed away. Better known as “CB,” he was an accomplished skier and successful business man founding CB Sports. So this week’s trivia isn’t a question, but a request. If you… Continue Reading →
Last weekend the Stowe Derby marked 80 years since its founding. It’s a pretty unique ski race since it combines cross country and downhill skiing in one race, and on one pair of skis! This combination of skills is what… Continue Reading →
Early skiing competitions used to crown a “Skimeister.” What determined who was the Skimeister?
For the past couple of columns I’ve been writing then-versus-now comparisons of learning to ski. First, it’s being able to make parallel turns, then second it’s learning to ski moguls. This week it’s the challenge of skiing powder! Wait a… Continue Reading →
What are powder cords?
Last week I covered what I believe is the first step to a life “hooked on skiing” and that was the parallel turn. While I don’t remember the exact date, I do remember where I was the day something clicked… Continue Reading →
What is the origin of the word “mogul” as it pertains to skiing?
How did you learn to ski? For many of us skiing is a life sport. That is, one that can be enjoyed throughout your life. This column celebrates those who continue skiing into their 70s, 80s, and 90s! However to… Continue Reading →
Clif Taylor developed a ski teaching technique that became known as GLM. What does GLM stand for?
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