Today's the first day of winter, and the Asheville Citizen-Times has an article on gift ideas for those people who take advantage of North Carolina's High Country outdoor amenities.
"When it comes to fashion on the ski slopes this winter, it’s more about what you hear than what you see.
"Don’t worry, your Burton snowboarding pants and Columbia ski jacket from last season won’t get you laughed off the slopes.
"But if you’re trying to get a leg up on the winter fashion scene or find a last-minute gift for the snow sports aficionado in your life, tune in to high-tech snow sports gear.
" 'It’s all about the audio,' said Craig Friedrich, owner of Ski Country Sports in Asheville."
Having access to your iPod is important, the article notes.
"There are a lot of items that can make your time on the slopes more enjoyable — from rubber-soled ski boots to snowboard-accessible backpacks. ..."
Also noted in the article are walking accessories from WalkEZ called Revolutions, "which clip to the bottom of ski boots. They also come with a lock.
" 'It allows for a more natural gait,' Friedrich said. ..."
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