Alcott and Bell Lead Olympic-themed Roadshow at Skiplex
Alcott and Bell Lead Olympic-themed Roadshow at Skiplex
Published : 27-Sep-2013 08:24
Skiplex in Reading is kick-starting the winter season with an Olympic themed road show on Sunday 6th October featuring two of Great Britain's most well-known skiers – three-time Olympian Chemmy Alcott and BBC Ski Sunday presenter Graham Bell.
Slide2Sochi Sunday is being run in conjunction with governing body Snowsport England as part of the new 'Go Ski Go Board' campaign and their 'Slide To Sochi Roadshow' to try to encourage more people in to snow sports. It's one of many events in the new initiative being staged at dry slopes, indoor snow slopes and on Skiplex's case on the 'endless' conveyor slope during October.
For those not already in the know Skiplex is a new way to learn how to ski or snowboard, get your ski legs back or fine tune technique. The revolving slopes, a similar concept to the runner's treadmill, are made of a forgiving carpet-like material which is much softer than the traditional dry slopes and the speed and gradient of the slope can be altered to suit all abilities. Skiplex has opened a number of the centres in the UK so far and other companies have been opening more around the world. The idea has been popular in the Netherlands and the USA for more than 50 years.
"With the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics in February less than six months away the roadshow will be buzzing with Olympic fever with visitors able to sign a giant good luck snowball for the British wintersports athletes, have their face painted with their favourite country's flag," said a statement from the organisers, "There will also be a big barbeque on offer for all visitors, making it a great day out for all the family."
Visitors have the chance to get coaching tips from both Chemmy and Graham as well as ski or snowboard for free or for a hugely discounted price on the Skiplex endless slopes.
"It's a great way for the public to get involved with us, the athletes, and experience the latest way to learn to ski at Skiplex. It should be a great day and I am looking forward to seeing everyone there!" said Chemmy Alcott.
Anyone wishing to book slope time for Slide2Sochi Sunday should call 0845 6003599 or visit skiplex.co.uk. More information on all Slide2Sochi roadshows is at www.slide2sochi.org.uk
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