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2014-2015 Black Diamond Zealot, 182cm
The 11/12 Black Diamond Zealot just isn't the ski it used to be. For many, that ought to be very good news.
Crank Brothers Mallet 3 pedal
By slightly lowering the weight and significantly lowering the price of the new Mallet 3, Crank Brothers has raised the bar with their high end, clipless platform pedal.
2012-2013 MOMENT Night Train, 186cm
Lots of people have asked, so here goes: the MOMENT Night Train vs. the Bibby Pro vs. the Jaguar Shark.
Smith Variant Brim Helmet
The Smith Variant Brim is very good, not quite perfect. You'll have to decide for yourself how minor or major those shortcomings are.
2012-2013 MOMENT Jaguar Shark, 192cm
More than just a review of the new Jaguar Shark, here's a user's guide to MOMENT's all-mountain / freeride collection to help you make sense of it all.
Snowboarding 101: Getting Started
Here's BLISTER's guide to help you make sure that you get the right setup.
2nd Look: Kenda BBG 2.35
One self-described "Maxxis whore" describes the Kenda BBG as "one of the best—if not THE best—all around dry conditions tires I've ever ridden."
2017-2018 MOMENT PB&J, 188 cm
The MOMENT PB&J is a serious contender for the title of the best one-ski quiver on the planet.
2011-2012 ON3P Caylor, 191cm
If your primary objective is to destroy any soft snow or chop in sight—and terrify small furry animals along the way—you might want to read this.
Update: Armada AK JJ – Pow Performance
8.19.11 was one of the best days of my life on skis. I happened to be riding the Armada AK JJ in Las Leñas.
Continental Rain King 2.5 & Continental Der Kaiser 2.5
Two of the best tires on the market, reviewed in one place.
Update: 2013-2014 Völkl Katana, 191cm
The Völkl Katana is just as happy to float and slarve through fresh as it is to destroy crud at mach speeds.
Kenda Slant Six 2.35 tire
The Kenda Slant Six 2.35 is an excellent choice for hardpack to intermediate XC terrain.
2013-2014 Armada AK JJ, 195cm
Armada didn't ditch the playful qualities of the JJ when they made the AK JJ, and you're certainly going to notice the family resemblance.