Featured Article: How Biathlon Works
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Snow Sports articles focus on the many ways you can keep in shape during the winter months. Learn more about the Iditarod and Olympic sports such as the biathlon and luge in these snow sports videos.
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5 Iditarod Videos
The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is one of the most forbidding competitions in the world. How do the racers -- human and canine -- manage 1100 miles of racing in the snow?
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Are sled dogs a help or hindrance in the Alaskan wilderness?
Is dog still man's best friend in the rugged Alaskan wilderness? Would a pack of sled dogs bog you down or lead you to safety in the icy outdoors?
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How Alpine Touring Works
What do you get when you combine hiking and downhill skiing? If your answer is "a lot of work," chances are you have yet to discover the joys of alpine touring.
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How Biathlon Works
Imagine cross-country skiing for 5 kilometers, then -- with your heart pounding, your legs shaking and your fingers chilled to the bone -- shooting five targets at 50 meters with exactly five shots.
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How Bobsledding Works
Bobsled drivers and crew plummet down a hill on a track or run that's full of twists and turns. A wrong move can cause a dramatic crash. Learn about the athletes that make up a bobsled team, bobsled runs and the physics behind bobsledding.
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How Ice Fishing Works
Ice fishing is as much about camaraderie as it is about catching fish. But is this recreational sport also dangerous?
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How Luge Works
Luge is one of the most dangerous sports in the Olympic games and the athletes who race down the icy high-banked track at up to 90 mph (140 km/h) are a special breed. In this article we'll learn all about Olympic luge and find out what it takes to finish first.
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How North Pole Expeditions Work
Explorers have been trekking to the North Pole -- or close to it, at least -- for centuries. How do you go about getting there yourself?
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How Sled Dogs Work
Sled dogs carry a sled, a driver and loads of gear across icy, dangerous terrain. What keeps them going, and how do drivers keep the dogs from getting hurt?
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How Snow Makers Work
Think you need to depend on mother nature for snow? Think again. With cool temperatures and a good supply of water, snow makers can cover the ground in the fluffy white stuff in no time.
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How Snowboarding Works
Decades ago, bored surfers and skateboarders experimented with bolted skis and cafeteria trays to create a new sport. How did snowboarding become so popular, and is there still a rivalry on the slopes?
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How Snowmobiles Work
If you've ever ridden a snowmobile you know that it is a fun fast-paced way to sightsee and go places that cars can't take you. Learn how snowmobiles operate.
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How the Iditarod Works
The Iditarod is an adventure that defies imagination: a 1,131-mile (1,821-kilometer) dog sled race through desolate tundra, dense forest, snow-swept mountains and the frigid Alaskan coast.
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Last Great Race: Iditarod Quiz
Volunteers who set out to mark the Iditarod course before the race begins are known as trailbreakers. Marking the trail on snow machines helps prevent mushers and their teams from veering off course. Other volunteers include the group of pilots affectionately known as the Iditarod Air Force, who transport food for the sled dogs to each checkpoint.
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How to Maintain Skis
Poorly maintained ski equipment can make skiing less enjoyable -- maybe even dangerous. You can maintain skis and ski poles in peak condition by making repairs yourself. Find out how to sharpen your skis how to fix breaks and bends in ski poles and m
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