2019-2020 Lange RX 130 LV
Our reviewer is calling the Lange RX 130 LV the best alpine boot he’s ever used when it comes to downhill performance. Check out our full review to find out why.
Paul Forward
2018-2019 Fischer Ranger Free 130
This year Fischer released a brand-new AT boot, and we’ve now updated our full review after getting more time and reviewers in the Ranger Free 130.
Deep Dive: Liberty Genome
We compare the Genome to other big pow skis, including the Moment Comi, Volkl Bash 135 / Three, Volkl Kuro, DPS Spoon, DPS Lotus 138, and DPS Alchemist Lotus 124.
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2018-2019 Liberty Genome
Why get a 140mm-wide ski? Reviewer (and heli-guide) Paul Forward delves into what sets skis like the Liberty Genome apart from narrower pow skis, and how the Genome differs from the other super-fat skis out there.
2018-2019 Scarpa Alien RS
We gave Scarpa’s Alien RS a “Best Of” award in our 18/19 Winter Buyer’s Guide, saying its performance almost created a new class of boot. Now you can check out our full review for more info on how it compares to several other lightweight touring boots.
2018-2019 Lange XT Free 130 LV
The previous Lange XT 130 Freetour was one of the best tech-binding-compatible AT ski boots we’ve used in terms of downhill performance, and Lange updated it this year. So how similar or different is the new Lange XT Free 130?
2017-2018 Black Diamond Helio 116 Carbon
The Black Diamond Helio 116 has become one of our all-time favorite powder touring skis. Check out our review to find out why.
Deep Dive: Moment Wildcat Tour
We compare several powder-oriented touring skis, including the Moment Wildcat Tour (aka Bibby Tour), Head Kore 117, Volkl BMT 122, DPS Tour1 Lotus 124, Black Diamond Helio 116 Carbon, and more…
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2018-2019 Faction Prime 4.0
After skiing it in Japan and Alaska, you can now check out our full review of Faction’s powder touring ski, the Prime 4.0.
2018-2019 Salomon MTN Explore 95
The Salomon MTN Explore 95 is a touring ski that puts a premium on power and performance rather than shaving every last possible gram.
Deep Dive: DPS Alchemist Wailer 106
We compare the Alchemist Wailer 106 to the Salomon QST 106, Volkl 100Eight, Head Kore 105, Foundation Wailer 106, and Black Diamond Boundary Pro 107.
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DPS Phantom Permanent Base Glide Treatment
We’ve now had 4 reviewers on DPS’ new permanent base glide treatment, Phantom, so it’s time for an update.
Deep Dive: Nordica Enforcer Pro
We compare the Nordica Enforcer Pro to the Volkl Confession, Moment Blister Pro, Rossignol Super 7 RD, ON3P Billy Goat, and more…
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2018-2019 Nordica Enforcer Pro
After spending time on the Nordica Enforcer Pro in everything from spring groomers to deep Alaskan powder, you can now check out our full review.
17/18 Faction Prime 4.0
After skiing Faction’s new pow touring ski in deep snow in both Japan and Alaska, you can now check out our initial performance impressions.
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Deep Dive: Volkl Confession
We compare the Volkl Confession to other directional pow skis, including the Nordica Enforcer Pro, Moment Blister Pro, Head Kore 117, Blizzard Bodacious, and ON3P Billy Goat.
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2018-2019 Salomon S/Lab X-Alp Boot
The new Salomon S/Lab X-Alp builds on the success of the Arc’teryx Procline with a more ski-focused design.
2018-2019 Dynafit TLT7 Performance
The Dynafit TLT7 is the latest AT boot in one of the most distinguished product lines in ski touring, and it’s a radical departure from its predecessors. Check out our review.
2017-2018 ON3P Wrenegade 108
The ON3P Wrenegade 108 is said to be a maneuverable “big gun.” So just how big of a gun is it, and exactly how maneuverable and forgiving?
Volkl Universal Vacuum Skins
Volkl’s “glue-free” skins are wonderfully easy to use, but we’ve experienced some significant issues with these pre-cut climbing skins.