2016-2017 22 Designs Outlaw
The 22 Designs Outlaw is a powerful NTN binding that brings back the feel of old-school tele turns.
Robin Abeles
Solo Stove Lite
While not the fastest cooking stove on the market, the Solo Stove Lite offers an interesting and innovative alternative.
NTN Boots, Part 2: Scarpa T-Race vs. Scarpa Tx Comp
It's time to compare two of the most aggressive boots in their respective platforms - the Scarpa (75mm) T-Race and the Scarpa (NTN) Tx Comp.
NTN Boots, Part 1
For any telemark skier looking to jump to NTN bindings, the boot is an important part of your decision. In this 2-part review, we first discuss NTN boots in general.
United We Ski
It's been a good season for ski movies, but there's one you might have missed. And it's a great one: United We Ski.
2015-2016 RAMP Groundhog
The RAMP Groundhog is a one-ski quiver that carves well in all conditions, but there are a few things freeheelers should note to really get this ski dialed.
First Ascent Heyburn 2.0 Pants
Generally speaking, the First Ascent Heyburn 2.0 Pants are breathable, warm, stylish, and comfortable. But where do they fall short, and where do they excel?
H2O Gear Kodiak, 184cm
Set up for tele, the H2O Gear Kodiak has an adaptive-feeling flex that, depending on conditions, can help or hinder performance, and was unlike anything reviewer Robin Abeles had experienced before.
DPS Wailer 99 PURE and HYBRID
We've already spilled quite a bit of ink on the DPS Wailer 99. But how well does it do telemark? Robin Abeles weighs in on the Wailer 99, in both its PURE and HYBRID constructions.
Giro Manifest Goggle
The Giro Manifest goggle offers a comfortable and sturdy fit with otherwise good vision, but lens durability was questionable.
2011-2012 Bluehouse Radius
The Bluehouse Radius is no joke. It's a speed-loving tele ski that rips groomers yet still provides a surprising amount of float in pow.
2nd Look: Osprey Kode 30 Backpack
The Osprey Kode 30 is one of the most comfortable, versatile, and organized backcountry ski backpacks on the market. Robin Abeles argues that, with a few tweaks, it could be perfect.
2013-2014 4FRNT CRJ, 180cm
Robin Abeles gives a telemarker's take on CR Johnson's big mountain, deep powder, jib ski.
Rottefella NTN Binding / DPS Wailer 112RP Hybrid, 178cm
NTN: the New Telemark Norm. Time for all the freeheelers to geek out, argue, fight, hug, celebrate, etc., etc.
Robin Abeles
Age: 33 | Vitals: 5’6″, 135 lbs. | Years skiing: 30 | Current Residence: Sandy, Utah
Background
I was born and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico, an…