You geek out about your gear, but do you know how to fuel yourself when you’re out in the mountains or on the trail? What, when, and how much should you be eating and drinking? We talk to Scratch Labs founder, Dr. Allen Lim, about all of this, and more.
2025-2026 Head Kore 112 Ti
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the new Head Kore 112 Ti.
2024-2025 Icelantic Nomad 106
Icelantic overhauled their most popular skis this season — but was this risky move worth it? After a full season of testing, we think it was. Here’s our Full Review of the new Nomad 106.
Deep Dive: Icelantic Nomad 106
We compare the Nomad 106 to the previous Nomad 105, current Nomad 112, Nomad 100, J Skis Hotshot, Salomon QST 106, Nordica Unleashed 108, Moment Wildcat 108, 4FRNT Devastator, Armada ARV 106, Dynastar M-Free 108, K2 Reckoner 110, Fischer Ranger 108, Rossignol Sender Soul 102, ZAG Slap 104, Blizzard Rustler 10, Black Crows Atris, RMU Apostle 106, Shaggy’s Ahmeek 105, Armada Declivity X 102, Line Optic 104, DPS Wailer 107, & Line Pandora 106.
Win Carv’s Digital Ski Coach System
The TWO winners of our Gear Giveaway this week will each get the Carv 2 Ski Coach system as well as a Carv Season Pass!
Matt Manser on Atomic’s New Redster Ski Boots, New Remedy 130, & More (Ep.334)
What’s the difference between a true race boot; a race-inspired ski boot; and a high-performance freeride or freestyle boot? Matt and Jonathan discuss all of these things and more, and you’ll hear the most important rant / public service announcement in GEAR:30 history.
Flash Review: 25/26 Majesty HNX Ti
Part of Majesty’s new Resort collection, the HNX Ti is an 85mm-wide ski with a unique look. Here are our initial thoughts after our first day on it.
2025-2026 Majesty HNX Ti
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Majesty HNX Ti.
Reviewing the News w/ Mike Ferrentino, January 2025 (Ep.260)
What impact are Trump’s tariffs going to have on the bike industry, and will they affect that new bike or component upgrade you have your eye on? Mike and Simon weigh in with their thoughts on the tariffs; as well as a Preview of Red Bull Hardline Tasmania; Mexico as a mountain bike destination; and a whole lot more.
‘Ski: The Greatest Ski Tour of All Time’ w/ Nikolai Schirmer, Cody Townsend, & Jonathan Ellsworth (Ep.35)
We talk with Nikolai Schirmer about snow monk warriors, obsessive weirdos, and his outstanding new movie. And Cody Townsend (who is in the film) joins in to talk about the evolution of ski culture, filmmaking, and more.
Flash Review — Santa Cruz Bronson 5
Update 2.6.2024: We’ve got the Santa Cruz Bronson 5 in for a long-term review, and have some updated thoughts on how it stacks up.
2024-2025 Nordica Enforcer 104
Many of us loved the original Nordica Enforcer 104 Free, but this season, Nordica updated it. So, just how similar or different is this new, un-Freed Enforcer 104? Here's our Full Review.
Deep Dive: Nordica Enforcer 104
We compare the Enforcer 104 to the previous Enforcer 104 Free, current Enforcer 99, Nordica Unleashed 108, Volkl Mantra 102, Salomon Stance 102, Blizzard Anomaly 102, Moment Commander 102, Folsom Primary 104, Romp Oso 105, 4FRNT MSP 107, Wagner Summit 107, Stockli Stormrider 102, K2 Mindbender 99Ti, Black Crows Justis, Atomic Maverick 105 CTI, J Skis Hotshot, Dynastar M-Pro 100 Ti, Armada Declivity X 102, Line Optic 104, Icelantic Nomad 106, Salomon QST 106, Rossignol Sender Soul 102, & Fischer Ranger 102.
2025-2026 Head Kore 88 Ti
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the brand-new Head Kore 88 Ti.
2025-2026 Atomic Remedy 130
A number of freeride & freestyle skiers have long opted for modified racing boots because of their precise fit and strong downhill performance. Now, Atomic has launched a race-inspired boot with a freeski-focus: the Atomic Remedy 130. Here are the details.
Flash Review: 25/26 Atomic Remedy 130
We've been spending time in Atomic's new Remedy 130 and comparing it to the boot it evolved from, the Redster CS 130. Here are our main takeaways so far.
Pivot Trailcat
The Pivot Trail 429 and Trail 429 Enduro are no longer — but the new Trailcat SL and Trailcat LT aim to be worthy replacements. The new bikes share a frame but are aimed at different corners of the Trail bike market. Curious what Pivot cooked up? Check out our First Look.
Flash Review: 24/25 Dynastar M-Pro 100 Ti
This season, Dynastar overhauled most of their directional freeride skis. Here are our initial thoughts on the new M-Pro 100 Ti.
2024-2025 Dynastar M-Pro 100 Ti
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Dynastar M-Pro 100 Ti.
2025-2026 Salomon S/Pro Supra Dual BOA 120 GW
Here are our measured specs, photos, and a quick rundown of Salomon's new dual-BOA all-mountain ski boot, the S/Pro Supra Dual BOA 120 GW.