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You’ve heard of freestyle, free lunch and get out of jail free. Now we have free heels. Telemark skiing isn’t what it was few years ago. New equipment has created a new sport, and we look at the latest tele style as NATO (North American Telemark Assn) instructor Biff Russell conducts a clinic at Belleayre Mountain, New York’s Winter Snowpark. Another RadxSports video. Script: We’ve heard of free lunch and get out of jail free, but what happens when you free your heel? The answer is telemark skiing, which is a whole new approach to sliding down a mountain. Bindings are the most obvious difference between telemark and other types of skis. The free heel requires a completely different movement to control the ski from the fixed heel alpine variety. Russel turns the mountain into a classroom where the teacher points out subtle movements required for good results. After the standing-still instruction it’s off for the slopes and new challenges. This one is to ski backwards, or switch, and execute 360 degree turns. It’s like dance class, only the students fall when they don’t get the steps right. Skiing steep trails requires good straight ahead form. It’s not just high edge set and speed, it’s about staying in control. Like we always say, turn shape and balance are critical. And to reinforce that point the clinic hits the bumps.

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Archaeological evidence in the site where the very attractive Castle of St Peter now stands allows us to officially date building in Bodrum back to 1100 BC, giving it the status of a truly ancient town. Since those days of antiquity Bodrum has developed both culturally and in size, its history dotted with many fascinating gems such as how it flourished during the time of the Ottoman Empire under the reign of Suleyman the Magnificent. The waterfront is exceptional, with striking views of the medieval castle, and numerous wooden sailing boats gulets at anchor. Evenings are particularly special, with the Castle of St Peter illuminated, and frenetic activity on the quayside with guests dining on the gulets and stores being delivered. While over in the city centre, you’ll find the Tomb of King Mausolus, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World, along with Bodrum Castle, a fine example of architecture from the period of the Crusades.

The Museum of Underwater Archaeology is housed with the Castle of St Peter and has many unique exhibits. The Castle itself was founded by the Knights of the Crusades and with work began in the 1400s using materials from the tomb of King Mausolus, it took more than 100 years to complete. The Castle should definitely be on your list of places to visit along with the fabulous Museum of Underwater Archaeology.

Caria was ruled over by King Mausolus between 377 to 353 BC on behalf of the Persians although in practical terms it was largely independent. On his death in 353 BC, his Queen, Artemisia II of Caria, who also happened to be his sister, was devastated and tasked Greek architects Satyros and Pythis along four sculptors Bryaxis, Scopas, Leochares and Timotheus to build a tomb, for him that would also be a monument. The is became of the Seven Wonders of the World and lead to the adoption of the word Mausoleum.

Just outside Bodrum and cut into the hillside overlooking the city, you’ll find the Bodrum amphitheatre which has architecture that combines from both the Mausulos era and later additions from the Romans. It dates back to the Hellenistic era of 330 – 30 BC and was built during the reign of Mausulos and is one of the oldest in Asia Minor. Like many other ancient theatres of the time it is made of three main components; the Skene (stage), the Orchestra (half-oval part) and the Cavea audience seating. Seats have carved inscriptions of the wealthy that helped to fund the building of the theatre. Even today the amphitheatre is still in active use during the high season and plays host to dramatic open air concerts and shows. If you’re lucky to be there when a show is on it’s not to be missed.

Another of the great Seven Wonders of the World was the Temple of Artemis which was to found in the city of Ephesus which was one of the great cities of the Greeks. Today, Ephesus is one of the major tourist attractions not only in the region but in the whole of Turkey. With several biblical figures, including St. Paul, St. John the Evangelist and the Virgin Mary associated with Ephesus it is also a sacred place for many Christians.

Not far from Bodrum about 30 minutes west is the village of Turgutreis. It’s a pleasant get away from the busier atmosphere of Bodrum and is still close enough if you fancy a bit of a day or evening out. With its new gorgeous marina and surrounding shopping centre it still manages to maintain that village feel. There is also excellent shopping between Bodrum and Turgutreis with the Oasis shopping mall plus some fabulous electrical, hardware and furniture shops.

Everyone will find something in Bitez. Whether its relaxing on the beach or trying the excellent water sports, this picturesque resort is ideal. It is only a few kilometres from Bodrum and its idyllic bay location attracts quite an upmarket clientle. Playing host to a first class sailing and windsurfing school, the sheltered cove and shallow water are perfect for beginners and the bay is surrounded by beautiful whitewashed buildings and picturesque wooden jetties. The pleasant cooling breeze is one of the things that makes Bitez the windsurfing capital of turkey and the breeze is a welcome aspect in the hot months of July and August.

To find the ideal place to stay for your Bodrum Holidays then you need look no further than our beautiful apartment. Turkey Holidays overlooking the stunning Lake Tuzla.

Are you shaping up for Spring Break or summer holiday, but you have no summer sandals? These are some ideas for comfortable sandals for women that can take you from path sightseeing to the beach without missing a beat. Keen shoes just stepped up to the plate to provide the best shoes and sandals for warm temperatures play time and the beach.

Here are the top 6 Keen womens shoes to wear on your Florida vacation.

6) Waimea Leather sandal – This sandal has stunning laser detail on the leather higher that makes it look fun and is comfy to wear. It features Keen toe protection to make this a sandal that protects your toes.

5) whisper Sport – A Mary Jane style beach shoe that is’s cute, trendy and durable for the beach or for sightseeing. It is easy to keep clean, quick to dry, provides toe protection and has a lightweight froth and mesh upper that breathes. This shoe also has a quick draw lace.

4) Cimarron II – The Cimarron II is an Athletic shoe styled beach sandal you can wear to join in on an entertaining game of beach volley ball. It is made with a breathable mesh upper that keeps the air flow all around your feet and encompasses the popular Keen toe protection.

3) Balboa- Here’s a Keen women’s sandal that is a snug beach sandal that begs to be worn all day whether you are headed to the beach or a day of shopping.

2) whisper – take a hike through the water in these cosy beach sandals. They dry simply and have bacteria and toe protection. It features polyester webbed higher and a classy design.

1) Yogui-water slide on sandal that massages your feet as you walk for all day comfort. You will not need to take them off your feet. Like most Keen sandals, it is water explanation and provides toe and bacteria protection.

The Keen sandals above are made of breathable fabrics and water resistant/water explanation materials to keep your feet cool and dry. The protection Microbe Shield protects your feet from bacteria and fungi as well as protects the sandal from odour, decay and staining. They are straightforward to scrub with soap and water or machine washing. Keen has a wide variety of styles and colors to have you prepared for your Florida vacation.

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www.skihanazono.com The Niseko area is known for some of the best off-piste powder skiing in the world. No other destination receives such consistently perfect powder. Niseko is a geographical magnet for weather systems delivering snow storms from the Siberian Peninsula and after filling with moisture on their way across the Sea of Japan these massive fronts collide and Hanazono in Niseko is the first place in their path dumping up to 16 metres of snow in a season… The water content of the snow is usually around 8% creating extremely light n fluffy powder snow…. Photography by http Skiier : Nicolas Cruz

WATCH IN HQ! Chris Meyer late in the 2009 season grooming some wet snow in the Hoot Brown Terrain Park with the Mercedes Park Bully. Grooming conditions were far from ideal. The snow is really wet and it was hard to get a good pass because of the warm weather. This is the only footage like this on Youtube and this is a rare glimpse at how terrain parks are created. This Snow Cat cost over 250K and is powered by a Mercedes Twin Turbo 7.2 Liter Inline 6 Cylinder engine which is custom designed to run hydraulic pumps. This Cat has 6 pumps total which power the driving track, tiller and blade. This is one of the most complex pieces of machinery in the Telluride Valley. The computer system which runs it is state of the art. The Mercedes Park Bully is amazing.

Spear's 9th day ever on ski's, getting to grips with black runs now, loving the speed rather than style, I must get some lessons soon, kindly pointed out by one youtube viewer (after only a few days on ski's thank you very much). Head to the Sierra Nevada slopes with Marc, Carlo, Nick, James, Claudia & Michelle for a days skiing on our regular Fun Friday. Only a 2 hour drive from Marbella beach to the slopes. Spear in orange and grey (should stick to motorsport), Marc in black (Blades), Carlo in black and grey (board) Nick in blue (skiing), james (jimbo) dark outfit on a board, Claudia in pink (skiing) and Michelle in white & light blue (skiing). The Mountain, resort & slopes still had the great snow and everyone enjoyed the total freedom of on and off piste all over the mountains. We had some big crashes but had an excellent day hope you enjoy our short Vid. (March 2009)

With tax time virtually upon us, many folks are starting to gather their tax documents together in preparation. And you can always tell the people who want their tax returns back the most, because they are the ones filling out their returns in January! Ask any of these people what they have in mind for their money, and you can bet that they already have it spent, at least in their heads!

If you are one of these people and have decided on using your money for a nice summer holiday, then you may want to read this list of the top 3 Keen footwear styles for a summer vacation. Of course , you\’ll have some additional money, so why not buy them now?

Keen Sandal #1 : The Barbados in leather. The perfect combination of flip-flop and shoe, the Barbados features the patented toe protection that Keen sandals are so known for, together with a microbe shield lining. Ideal for poolside or the beach, the Barbados is straightforward to slide on and off, and thanks to that microbe shield, stays odour free irrespective of what your bare feet might track into them!

Keen Sandal #2 : The Saint Barts. Also made with Keen sandals patented toe protection, the Saint Barts provides a sturdier sandal that is just as easy to slip on or start. With its polyester webbing tops, these great comfortable sandals for women stay in place and are comfy all day long, something that can\’t always be said for that flip-flop strap that goes between your toes! Which is the reason why you need both – a flip-flop style ( like the Barbados ), and a sturdy slip-on style.

Keen Sandal #3 : The Newport H2. And last but not least, in order to have just the right amount of shoes for your summer vacation, you\’ll need a pair of Keen sandals with a backbone. Or in the case of the Newport H2, a\’metatomical strap design\’ that goes round the back of your foot and keeps the sandal in effect. Excellent for walking in, the Newport will give you the breezy comfort of a sandal, and the support and comfort of a walking shoe. 2 things that are astonishingly vital for all summer activities, including vacations!

Read more on Keen\’s website or find them here: Keen clearance shoes . If you\’re attempting to find something that\’s comfortable for summer travel, you\’re going to love these shoes.

A Holiday at a Villa Resort Ixtapa is a perfect way to get away from rest of the world. In this area of Mexico you will have lots of sun and fun when it comes to that time away. As long as you\’ve picked the correct location for your stay it will be the best time you\’ve ever had.

If you\’re a history buff and love to study different areas of the world, you should stop in at the museum while here. Finding a range of history that will cover the time frame from those prehispanic times in the area and going into the colonial era.

Pottery that was found around the area is in that museum and it\’s great to see. In those findings you will see the proof of times when the Aztec and Toltec were prevalent in this area.

While if you love the water you have more than enough things to pick from. Many things that range from snorkeling or taking a scuba diving lesson. Even just sitting around on the beach and enjoying the sun or swimming would be great choices. If you feel like a trip off the area is something you want to do, check out the water taxi service that is very inexpensive to use.

When you think of a marina you normally think of boats, but this marina will offer you much more than that. You can play a game of tennis or hit the golf course for 18 holes of fun. Even the offer of fishing tours that can take you out on the water and try to catch something really cool to brag about.

There is also a fabulous romantic sunset cruise that can be taken if you want to try something different. The cost of the cruise is well within all people\’s budgets and you get drinks for free for that price too.

There is another course out there for you golf lovers to enjoy, so try and make it to both of them. For the fans of shopping you have the options that will have you enjoying a wonderful time too.

While a visit during the month of May could have you enjoying the Artisans Market that only takes place at that time. So whether you love to relax on vacation or stay busy you will be able to accomplish that here.

When you think of a Villa Resort in this area you are getting a great place to stay in. Something that will give you the comfort of feeling as you\’re at home, but having a great time not working. Find the best location to keep you central to all the things that you plan on enjoying while in Ixtapa.

Learn more about Ixtapa Resort. Stop by Sean Elstins\’s site where you can find out all about Ixtapa golf and what it can do for you.