2019-2020 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.
Paul Forward
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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2021-2022 Nordica Enforcer Free 115
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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Paul Forward
Age: 40 | Vitals: 6’0″, 190 lbs. | Years Skiing: 36 | Current Residence: Girdwood, Alaska
Background
I grew up in Eagle River, Alaska and my pare…
2019-2020 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.
2nd Look: HEAD Kore 117
Here's our 2nd Look at the HEAD Kore 117, with time on the ski now in Alaska and Mt Bachelor.
2020-2021 HEAD Raptor 140 RS
The HEAD Raptor 140 RS is one of our favorite ski boots we've ever used, and shouldn't be ruled out if you typically ski 130-flex boots.
17/18 DPS Alchemist Wailer 112
We've been surprised so far by the versatility of the DPS Wailer A 112.
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Arctic Oven Igloo Tent
If you're looking for ways to spend extended periods of time in the wilderness for ski touring, fishing, surfing, hunting, etc., the made-in-Alaska Arctic Oven Igloo heated tent is one of the very best options we've used.
2019-2020 Liberty Origin Pro
The Liberty Schuster Pro is a fun and versatile powder ski that shouldn’t be overlooked by skiers looking for a more directional ride.
2020-2021 DPS Alchemist Lotus 124 Spoon
The Lotus Alchemist 124 Spoon has quickly become one of our favorite powder skis.
Sweet Protection Grimnir TE Helmet
The Sweet Protection Grimnir TE is a high-end helmet, with the performance and price to match.