Published by Bluffer's
ISBN:
978-1-909365-00-1
The first thing you notice about this
Bluffer's Guide is the size - it will
easily slip into your pocket or bum bag so you can bluff 'on the piste', so to
speak. Small it may be, but it is packed
full of helpful and interesting information, assisting the least proficient
skier to appear experienced and knowledgeable.
There is detailed coverage of where in the
world to find the best skiing, and this is helpfully divided into places where
a bluffer could be most successful and also where a bluffer should definitely
avoid. All types of snow are explained
(there are more than one, apparently), as are the essential equipment and
clothing, plus all the dos and don'ts you are likely to need.
Each country has its strong points, whether
it be variety of pistes, accommodation, olde worlde charming ski resorts or
purpose-built monstrosities. Most
important of all, though, is the
après-ski.
The many types of ski lift are explained,
and also the many ways to avoid hurting yourself when mounting and dismounting these
sometimes tortuous modes of transport.
Serious injury to body and ego can occur if this advice is not heeded, and
you may look foolish to boot.
Appearances are very important - in some
cases, the gaudier the better, but there are limits. The newer the apparel, the more of a novice
you will look, unless you are rich enough not to bother what others think of
you.
Overall, for someone who wants to bluff their
way into the ski set, this book is a must.
Keep it handy for reference at all times, but don't let anyone see the book's
cover as you brush up on your etiquette, whilst waiting in one of the huge
queues you are bound to experience at the more popular resorts.
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