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There is nothing else like it. The wind in your face. The extreme speeds you can only get from skiing. The air and acrobatics you can do off a jump. Nothing but you, a piece of plastic, and the ice (or powder, whatever you prefer to ski on). "Nothing else compares"-Jake Zamansky (US Olympic Skier)

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Skiing is popular in France because of the plethora of resort at which to ski. Some of the best skiing in the world is found in the French Alps.

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The reason for winter sports being popular is because they are a pastime. Also they are something to keep ESPN or Fox getting viewers.

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Skiing is the most popular in Colorado.


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