2021-2022 Armada BDOG
Phil Casabon is one of the best freestyle skiers out there, and for 19/20, Armada is overhauling his signature ski. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the new BDOG ski.
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“Call of the Wild” — Eric Larsen
In honor of Earth Day, polar adventurer and expedition guide, Eric Larsen, put together a beautiful video that gets at why we love to explore wild places, how we can help to preserve those places. Check it out here.
Win Men’s & Women’s MTB Packs from Deuter
Itching to get out on some spring MTB rides? Enter to win a pack from Deuter that'll let you spend long days on the trail.
2020-2021 Dynastar Menace 98
Whether under its old “Slicer” name or its new one, the Dynastar Menace 98 has been around for a long time. And after getting two reviewers on it, we think there’s good reason for that. Check out our full review.
2019-2020 Faction Candide 4.0
Candide Thovex has made more of an impact on the ski industry than most people, and his signature Faction skis have helped him do that. One of those skis, the Candide 4.0, is getting updated for 19/20, and you can now check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
Deep Dive: Armada ARV 106Ti LTD2
We compare the ARV 106Ti LTD2 to the ON3P Kartel 108, Moment Meridian 107, Nordica Enforcer 104 Free, Fischer Ranger 102 FR, K2 Mindbender 108Ti, Faction Candide 3.0, Prodigy 3.0, & Prodigy 4.0, Sego Big Horn 106, and J Skis Metal.
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2019-2020 Armada ARV 106Ti LTD2
We’ve now had two reviewers on two different lengths of Armada & evo’s limited-edition ski, the ARV 106Ti LTD, and you can now check out our full review.
19/20 Salomon QST 106
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the all-new QST 106.
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Zeal Hatchet Goggle
Goggles with magnetic lens-swap systems have made it easier than ever to swap lenses. But most of them are very expensive, and some people aren’t thrilled about a few magnets being the only thing securing lenses to their frames. The Zeal Hatchet aims to solve both of those issues — check out our full review.
2021-2022 Armada Tracer 108
Armada is tweaking several of their backcountry oriented Tracer skis for 19/20, supposedly making them both lighter and more durable. So how does the new Tracer 108’s design compare to the rest of the market? Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
19/20 Amplid Facelift 108
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Amplid's playful touring ski.
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2021-2022 Black Crows Orb
For 19/20 Black Crows is overhauling their narrower all-mountain ski, the Orb, and the updated version is basically a new ski entirely. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
Deep Dive: Line Outline
We compare the Outline to the Line Sir Francis Bacon, Atomic Bent Chetler 120, K2 Catamaran, Moment Wildcat / Blister Pro, Blizzard Spur, Folsom Trophy Carbon, Prior CBC, Icelantic Nomad 115, Rossignol Black Ops 118, and Dynastar PR-OTO Factory.
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2021-2022 Line Outline
The new Outline is the latest addition to Eric Pollard & Line's venerable series of pow skis, and it’s time now for our full review.
Semi-Rad — “Chart Imitates Life”
Brendan Leonard (semi-rad.com) has been making our favorite drawings and observations for years, and now he's compiled a bunch of them in one place. Learn more about how to get the best book ever for your coffee table, tent, or bathroom.
19/20 Armada ARV 96 Ti
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the ARV 96 Ti.
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Win an Avalanche Rescue Kit + a Pack from Ortovox
Spring touring season is here, and now's your chance to get a full avalanche rescue kit + a backpack from Ortovox!
Holden M-51 Fishtail 3 Layer Jacket
Look good, ski good. The Holden M-51 Fishtail Jacket definitely brings a lot of style to the table, and it doesn’t skimp out on technical features, either. Check out our review.
Benshi Creative — “Before Tomorrow”
We watch a lot of ski edits, but the one series that has clearly stood out this year is Benshi Creative's "Before Tomorrow." Check out all three episodes here.
19/20 DPS Foundation Koala 119
Here's our updated Flash Review of DPS's new pow ski, where Jonathan Ellsworth shares his thoughts on the Koala F119.
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