Gear Review: Aleck x SmithโWhere Outstanding Sound Meets Premier Safety For myself and so many others, safety is always the number one priority while skiing and snowboarding. With that being said, an almost equally important factor to a good day on the mountain is having fun and enjoying yourself. The feeling of freedom and finding your flow as you cruise or dance down the snowy mountain is indescribable. Now, thanks […] Gear Review John Cunningham | March 17, 2025 0 Comments
Gear Review: Testing Out LEKIโs New Griffin Pro 3D Gloves and Detect S Ski Poles Over the past few weeks, Iโve had the pleasure of testing LEKIโs new Griffin Pro 3D gloves andย the Detect S ski poles. While gloves and poles are usually an afterthought, my experience skiing with these products has altered my thinking. From the effectiveness and ease of use of the Trigger System to the overall feel and functionality of the new […] Gear Review John Cunningham | February 10, 2025 0 Comments
Adventure, Innovation, and Grit: The Rise of Nivis Gear The grit of skiing in tough conditions shaped me. Growing up in New England, I learned to navigate poor conditions, icy terrain, bitter cold, and fierce winds. Itโs a wet cold entirely different from the dry chill out west. You know what I mean if youโve skied the frozen hills of West Virginia or braved the winds at Stowe. Skiing […] Gear Review Alex K | February 4, 2025 0 Comments
Blizzard Introduces New Frontside Collection: STORMBIRD Balancing performance and accessibility, Stormbird empowers frontside skiers to unlock their full potential. WEST LEBANON, NH (JAN 27, 2024): Blizzard is proud to introduce Stormbird, an all-new collection of system skis designed to balance performance and approachability for beginner to advanced frontside/all-mountain skiers. Ranging in waist widths from 82 ($899) to 72 ($499), the collection is intentionally designed to bridge […] Gear Review Press Release | January 30, 2025 0 Comments
Earning My Turns in the Intuition Tour Tongue Dual Density Liners Intuition Liners, a maker of custom ski boot liners, recently overhauled its product line. So far this season, I’ve been testing the new Tour Tongue Dual Density liner in the Montana backcountry. Related: Intuition Liners: Elevate Your Skiing Experience Intuition makes two touring-specific liners: the Tour Wrap and the Tour Tongue. Both options use dual-density, heat-moldable closed-cell foam and have […] Gear Review Mike Lavery | January 27, 2025 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Packasport Journeyer Rooftop Box: Simply the Best When it comes to hauling gear for outdoor adventures, a reliable rooftop cargo box can make all the difference. There are numerous advantages to owning one, the most obvious being the convenience of extra storage. However, they often come with trade-offs, such as clunky designs, limited accessibility, or reduced aerodynamics. Enter Packasport rooftop boxes, which aim to stand out in […] Gear Review Brent Thomas | January 10, 2025 0 Comments
Black Diamond Recalls PIEPS Pro IPS Avalanche Transceivers Due to Issues with the Battery Compartment Black Diamond has recently issued a recall for all PIEPS Pro IPS Avalanche Transceivers because of an issue with the battery compartment, which could lead to loss of functionality during emergencies. This issue stems from the battery compartment, which does not hold the AAA batteries securely, potentially causing them to lose contact with the battery terminals. About 770 of these […] Gear Review Elise Chou | January 5, 2025 0 Comments
DPS Skis Unveils Revolutionary High-Performance Carbon Carving Ski for $2,400 DPS Skis, the U.S.-based ski manufacturer known for pioneering aerospace-grade carbon technology, announces Pisteworksยฎ, a dramatic redefinition of the alpine carving ski. Pisteworksยฎ represents the first full carbon fiber on-piste ski from the carbon ski experts DPS. Carbon’s characteristicsโlively recovery, efficient energy transfer, and tremendous durabilityโare ideal for a high-performance carving ski. Pisteworksยฎ utilizes premium proprietary carbon fibers. Combined with […] Gear Review Press Release | December 14, 2024 0 Comments
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