Luke Koppa
Age: 27 | Vitals: 5’8,” ~155 lbs | Years Skiing: 16 | Current Residence: Crested Butte, Colora
Luke Koppa
Ortovox Pordoi Jacket
The Ortovox Pordoi Jacket effectively meets the many demands that ski touring places on a shell, and is worth a look if you’re in the market for a new touring jacket.
2018-2019 Blizzard Rustler 10
We now have more time on the new Blizzard Rustler 10 in a broader range of conditions. Check out our update.
Norrona Lyngen Hybrid Jacket and Pants
Norrona’s soft shell / hard shell Lyngen Hybrid Jacket and Pants are excellent options for those looking for a touring kit that effectively blends weather protection and breathability.
Winter Outerwear & Apparel: Reviewers’ Choices (17/18)
We’re wrapping up our series on layering for different winter activities and locations. Check out our reviewers’ selections for everything from ice climbing to heli skiing.
Men’s Everyday Casual / Tech Pants
Pants are pants, right? But now there are a bunch of options that blend functional performance with better styling, and we’ve rounded up some of our favorites for handling everything from bike commuting to afternoon climbing sessions (and they won't make you look like a dork).
Win Your Choice of Pret Helmets
This week, we're giving away a helmet to 1 guy and 1 girl, so enter now for a chance to win the Pret helmet of your choice.
Patagonia Black Hole 32L Backpack
With a water resistant, durable fabric and an easy-access design, Patagonia’s Black Hole 32L Backpack is a great option for an everyday daypack.
Marker Kingpin Update
After months of speculation and concern, we’ve just confirmed that the Marker Kingpin will indeed be available for the 17/18 season. Check out our update for more info, as well as a look at our reviews of the Kingpin.
DPS’ The Shadow Campaign: “The Space Within”
Missing deep days? Check out the new video from DPS Cinematic.
RECALL: Arc’teryx Procline Boots
Arc'teryx has announced a voluntary recall for all of their Procline Ski Boots.
Strafe Pyramid Jacket
Strafe’s new Pyramid Jacket features an updated Neoshell membrane, and Strafe says it is equally at home in the backcountry as it is in the resort. So is this really a true “50/50” piece?
Strafe Recon Jacket and Pants
The Recon Jacket and Pants are Strafe’s first foray into 4-season softshells, and we’ve been impressed by their performance.
17/18 Faction Prodigy 2.0
Here are our initial impressions after a couple days on snow with the Faction Prodigy 2.0.
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2019-2020 Black Diamond Helio 105 Carbon
Black Diamond says the Helio 105 Carbon “balances playful, soft-snow performance with technical precision,” which sounds a bit contradictory, so how playful or precise is this ski? Could it be both?
Outdoor Research Skyward Jacket
The Outdoor Research Skyward jacket is a breathable, comfortable choice for backcountry or inbounds skiers.
Arc’teryx Alpha FL Jacket
While the "FL" stands for Fast & Light," we found the Arc'teryx Alpha FL to be a surprisingly versatile hardshell.