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Rossignol Bandit B3 Alpine Ski
The Rossignol Bandit B3 Alpine Ski is a completely new animal for 2005-2006. With dimensions of 120/83/110mm, this ski is a slimmed-down but aggressive version of last season's B3. (For the fat ski, check out the B4). The Bandit B3 is an all-mountain charger that feasts on everything from crud and chowder to fresh snow, and it skis hardpack with ferocious authority. If you ski everywhere, through any snow condition, and demand a solid performance, the B3's your ski. Rossignol's Shark Nose technology places an aluminum insert at the tip of the ski, which increases torsional rigidity—meaning the B3 feels more stable at higher speeds. The Shark Nose also lets the B3 cruise through poor snow conditions without deflection. You get a smooth ride, even when the snow's less than ideal.
$729.94 
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Training Tips
Heart monitors are useful for knowing when you are in the right zone for your training efforts. If you understand what your maximum heart rate is, you can set up your monitor to beep at you when you exceed the high or low range of your heart rate for the type of workout you are doing.
Cross training gives your body a chance to recover while still exercising. If yesterday has a hard run day up and down hills, then today's bicycle ride gives your aching knees a well deserved break.
Anaeroic threshold is when lactic acid starts to build up in your body as your muscles are not getting the oxygen they require. This threshold is typically expressed as a percentage of your VO2 max - the amount of oxygen per kilogram of weight that a person can use in converting fuel to energy. Elite athletes threshold might be as high as 90% of VO2 max.
Efficient running position allows you to run farther and faster. Keep the heel raise to a minimum, relax your upper body and hands, keep your upper body poised and quiet.
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