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Oxygene Tips & Tricks

These are a few simple tips to help you enjoy a relaxed and fun holiday.

  • Contrary to common belief, your ski boot size should correspond to that of your normal shoes. Boots which are too big for you causes chaffing and blistering which in turn will cause discomfort and imbalance..
   
  • Always fix the clips on your boots at the end of the day. Never leave them to dry on a radiator as they will melt and deform.
   
  • Woollen socks are best to wear with ski boots (only wear one pair). These should be pulled up all the way to above the boot.

  • Your bindings should be adjusted according to your weight, height and build.
   
  • It is dangerous to ski with poles which have lost their disks. Please do not hesitate to change your poles at the ski shop, should you have this
   
  • Remember that you’d rather be too warm than too cold in altitude where, generally one’s body heat drops rapidly (especially children). Drink lots of water continuously as we dehydrate quite easily while we ski.
   
  • We highly recommend that children wear helmets.

  • Snowblades are not recommended for novice or nervous skiers.
   
  • Never leave your ski equipment unattended. If you need to stop, seperate your skis or cross-pair them with those of a friend.

  • Before you leave for a day out skiing, always ensure that you, as well as your children, are equiped with a pair of sun glasses, warm gloves, woolly hat, warm, dry clothes and sun protection cream, even in cloudy weather.
   
  • If you’re planning a long day out skiing, always tell someone where you intend to go and what time you plan to be back.
   
  • Never follow existing tracks, even on « close » off piste areas, they might lead absolutely nowhere...
   
  • Never go off piste alone, injured or tired as you might not be capable of calling for help in case of an accident.

  • Never over estimate your own capacities, only use the pistes adpated to your level; speed is only for those who know how to control it.

  • Carefully read and obey the security rules posted around the resort and by lift pass offices.

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