Jonathan Ellsworth
Outerwear 101: Which Socks & Why?
Time to talk socks. Our reviewers weigh in on what they actually wear on the mountain—and why. Plus, two bits of conventional wisdom when it comes to socks and snowsports.
2012-2013 Black Diamond Megawatt, 188cm
We're currently spending time again on the Black Diamond Megawatt, a ski we loved in the open terrain of Las Leñas. Time now to determine how well it can handle trees and bumps....
POC Wrist Freeride Glove
The POC Wrist Freeride is a very nice, well constructed glove. If there is another glove in this category that outperforms it, we aren't sure what it is.
2013-2014 Blizzard Cochise, 193cm
185cm Blizzard Cochise vs. 193cm Cochise: Should you size up? Is the 193 still a relatively easy charger, or more of a missile? Jonathan Ellsworth and Will Brown weigh in.
2018-2019 MOMENT Deathwish, 184cm
The new MOMENT Deathwish is a lot less terrifying than either its name or its unorthodox design would suggest. One thing's certain: you'll want to take a peek at this oddity that looks far stranger than it behaves.
Lethal Descent 3L Eagle Jacket
The Lethal Descent 3L Eagle jacket is a legit, high-end, technical piece. It also happens to be the best value on the market.
Trip Report: Alta – 12.18.12
It's been snowing at Alta Ski Area. Later, we'll tell you what we've been reviewing, but for now, you really need to see where we've been reviewing.
Arcade Belts
If you’re going to bother to make a belt, you really ought to get it right. Arcade has.
2012-2013 Atomic Redster Pro 130
The Atomic Redster Pro 130 is no joke. It is powerful and precise, and if skiing to you is about high speeds and high edge angles, you ought to check these out.
2013-2014 LINE Influence 115
This season’s Line Influence 115 has been redesigned, and it is going to appeal to a different—and broader—crowd.
PREVIEW: 2012-2013 MOMENT Governor
This is the story of a ski reportedly built by 300-lb-benching guys with tats. It's also a story about obsession and digital calipers. But most of all, it's the story of the evolution of a big-mountain ski that looks like it is going to absolutely rip.
Random Review: Fun Fun Fun Fest, 2012
Of course you know SXSW, but do you know Fun Fun Fun Fest? Our latest Random Review is full of reunion shows, awesome creepy chicks, $2.75 tacos, and Much Much Much More.
POC Nail Glove
POC isn't trying to reinvent the wheel with the Nail glove, but what's interesting is how well they've executed the details.
GALLERY: Winter’s Coming
It's getting cold, so get in shape and get ready. Here's a gallery of some highlights from Alta, Taos, and Niseko this past ski season to help motivate.
2015-2016 Praxis MVP
The Praxis MVP is a made-to-order ski. Our pair was made by—and for—Praxis' own Kevin O'Meara. It's a big-mountain comp ski built to play AND handle very high speeds. Two worlds collide.
Smith I/OX Goggle
According to Smith Optics, "In the game of Global Thermonuclear War, the I/OX isn't playing around." Confused? It's OK, we're here to help.
2012-2013 Salomon Guardian 16 & Atomic Tracker 16 AT binding
The new Salomon Guardian 16 / Atomic Tracker 16 is an AT binding with excellent downhill performance. It's also good at going uphill, but there are a few tricks and quirks you should know about.
Random Review: Tortas de Innsbruck
The Innsbruck restaurant at Las Leñas has some amazing desserts, but we needed to determine which one reigns supreme. After five tortas (and a perilous spike in the blood sugar levels of our dedicated reviewers), here are the results.
2014-2015 Fischer Big Stix 110
The Fischer Big Stix 110 shines precisely where most tip and tail rockered skis falter. Take a look.
