10 tips for a safe ski holiday

Cologne - Security has top priority! To enjoy an untroubled ski holiday there are a number of things to consider, from thorough preparations to right behaviour on the slopes. SnowTrex has listed the top 10 tips for a safe ski holiday.

1. Preparation: Thanks’ to a detailed packing list you will not forget anything, double-check your equipment and be well-prepared before you leave.

2. Fitness and self-assessment: Train your personal stamina beforehand and warm up thoroughly before hitting the slopes - and then be considerate of other riders.

3. FIS piste rules: These 10 golden rules should be known to all riders on the slopes!

4. Helmet obligation: Today a ski helmet is part of the general equipment stock, just like goggles and ski poles.

5. Secure equipment: Almost every fifth accident is due to failure in equipment. Up-to-date equipment and good service ensure a safe descent.

6. Body protection: For freestylers and freeriders protectors for the back, hands and joints should always be a part of the holiday.

7. Insurance: Be prepared against illness, breakage or theft - and enjoy your holiday all the more.

8. Alcohol consumption: Drunk on the piste? Absolutely No!

9. Piste emergency number: 140, 118, 15 - which number for which country?

10. Safe on the go: Avalanche risk, avalanche equipment, respect for nature - what else?

A more detailed version of security tips by SnowTrex can be found here: http://press.snowtrex.co.uk/10-tips-for-a-safe-ski-holiday

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