2019-2020 Armada Invictus 99 Ti
5 reviewers, 1 ski. We’ve now had a handful of reviewers on Armada’s metal-laminate Invictus 99 Ti, and you can check out our full review for each of their takes.
Win Bindings & Skins from G3
Win a G3 Ion 12 touring binding and any skin you want from G3's Alpinist+ collection!
2019-2020 DPS Alchemist Uschi 94 C2
The DPS Alchemist Uschi 94 won a "Best Of" award in our Winter Buyer's Guide this year, and now you can read our full review to see why we're such big fans of this lightweight women's all-mountain ski.
Kristen Ulmer on the Art of Fear (Ep.80)
Kristen Ulmer was once the best female big mountain skier in the world, and many regarded her as fearless. But she wasn’t fearless, and her ways of coping with fear took a heavy toll on her. Kristen has since become a specialist of this deeply misunderstood emotion, so we discuss how we can all develop a healthier relationship with fear in any and every area of our lives.
19/20 Armada ARV 106Ti LTD2
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Armada's metal-laminate freestyle ski, the ARV 106Ti.
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Mammut Alvier Hardshell Pants
The Mammut Alvier Hardshell Pant is what happens when you combine a stretchy vest with a waterproof ski pant. So how does that impact the usual pros and cons of hardshell bibs? Check out our full review.
2019-2020 Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130
Atomic is making some key updates to their Hawx Ultra XTD line of AT boots for 19/20. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions.
Moment Skis 19/20 Lineup (Ep.38)
We talk to Moment Skis CEO, Luke Jacobson, about next year’s lineup of skis; space movies; Ryan Gosling; Tyler Curle’s ski preferences; the “Google Bump”; and … more Ryan Gosling.
18/19 Romp Skis 100
Here are our initial on-snow impressions of the custom Romp Skis 100.
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Erik Murdock and Tommy Caldwell on the Natural Resources Management Act (Ep.22)
Tommy Caldwell joins Access Fund Policy Director, Erik Murdock, to discuss a huge public lands act that’s about to be voted on in the House of Representatives. It’s called the Natural Resource Management Act, and today we dive into what it is and why it’s so important.
Winter Hoodie Roundup — 2019
That perfect hoodie — the one you never want to take off, whether you’re relaxing at home or heading out with friends. We’ve rounded up a bunch of our favorites — from high-end Cashmere options to minimal cotton ones, and even a couple insulated hoodies that could replace your technical mid layers.
Introducing: Off The Couch
We are very excited to announce "Off The Couch" — a new podcast that will be taking a closer look at the wide, weird, and wonderful world of running.
Win DPS’s Phantom Permanent Base Glide Treatment
4 people are each going to get a pack of DPS's Phantom 2.0 permanent base glide treatment — enter now for your chance to win!
2020-2021 Nordica Strider 120 DYN
We’ve now spent over 120 days in Nordica’s 50/50 boot, the Strider 120, and we think it’s a very good option for those looking for a legit 120-flex boot that they’ll use inside and outside of the resort.
Black Diamond Helio Active Shell
The Black Diamond Helio Active Shell is an extremely impressive Gore-Tex jacket, and is worth a good look if you're a backcountry skier or snowboarder who appreciates weather resistance, breathability, and low weight. Check out our full review.
Snowboarder Kelly Clark on Her 20-Year Career (Ep.79)
The winningest snowboarder in history, Kelly Clark, recently retired after an astonishing 20-year career of competition. So we talked to Kelly about that career; the new limited-edition “RISE” snowboard she designed with Burton; how snowboarding has evolved; her relationship with Chloe Kim; the mission of the Kelly Clark Foundation; her extremely important thoughts on “achievement” and “success”; and what’s next for her.
19/20 Line Outline
Here are our initial on-snow impressions of Line's new playful pow ski, the Outline.
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2021-2022 Nordica Promachine 115 W
This year Nordica released the Promachine 115 W, which is reportedly one of the stiffest women's-specific boots on the market. Check out our full review to see how it compares to other women's boots, as well as some of the stiffer unisex boots on the market.
Flylow Baker Bib
The Flylow Baker Bib has garnered a cult following among skiers and snowboarders who are really hard on their gear. Check out our full review.
2021-2022 Dynastar M-Free 118
It's been a good year to test pow skis in Crested Butte, and the Dynastar M-Free 118 is one of the most surprising ones we've been on. Check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons.