The Arc’teryx Caden sets the standard for freeride-oriented shells that offer a full set of features, great breathability, and outstanding protection in harsh conditions.
We're about to post our thoughts on the new Line Magnum Opus, but before we do, we wanted to run again our review of the original Opus—a ski that earned a 'Blister Best Of' Award last year.
The Mons Royale Monsie is awesome, so you should get one. And this review contains cute puppies, axes, sexy Hawaiian photo shoots, Looney Tunes onesies, and more, so you should read it.
The new Atomic Automatic 109 has a lot of qualities that helped make the original Automatic a popular ski. It's light and quick, but fares surprisingly well in challenging conditions.
For those who prefer substantial and damp skis to light and reactive ones (especially when conditions get firm), the new Wailer 105 Hybrid T2 is a very good all-mountain option, and a big departure for DPS.
Leki's Aergonlite 2 Crystal Speedlock has a narrower grip for smaller hands, and some features that make it a good option for both the resort and the backcountry.
Here's our profile of Kingswood Skis, from Christchurch, New Zealand. Read on if you like small companies with great stories that emphasize craftsmanship and doing things the right way. We're looking forward to getting time on some more Kingswoods in the very near future...