2024-2025 J Skis Best Friend
Giray Dadali at J Skis has incrementally refined a new asymmetric powder ski design. Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the J Skis Best Friend.
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TRP Evo X and Evo Pro Brakes
It wasn’t the most well-kept secret, but TRP has announced two new additions to its brake lineup, with similar design language but very different intended use cases. Meet the new Evo X and Evo Pro brakes.
Flash Review: TRP Evo Pro Brakes
TRP’s new Evo Pro brakes claim to keep the smooth power delivery and consistency of the DH-R Evo, but with improved lever ergonomics and more power. Here’s our early take on how they’ve done.
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2024-2025 ON3P Jeffrey 118
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the ON3P Jeffrey 118.
Nicolai / Geometron G1 GPI
Belt-driven gearboxes are having a moment in the world of World Cup Downhill, and Geometron has decided to join the party, too. The new Nicolai-built G1 GPI mates their progressive geometry concept to a Pinion gearbox and Gates belt drive, and the results are awfully interesting. Our First Look digs into this new futuristic rig.
George Brannigan on the State of World Cup DH, Hardline, the Motorhead Edit & More (Ep.263)
George Brannigan is next up in our series of conversations with World Cup DH racers, and we chat about his retirement from the series; the state of DH racing; Red Bull Hardline; his epic Motorhead edit; and a whole lot more.
Stuff We Like: February 2025
February’s edition of Stuff We Like goes beyond gear — sure, we still cover some great kit for skiing, biking, and casual wear, but we also get into a collection of stories, music, and a short film.
Molly Armanino on Her FWT Win; New Film; Comp Life; Coping with Loss; & More (Ep.347)
Molly recently won the FWT comp in Kicking Horse; her new film, Slopes of Change, comes out today; and she is currently in the country of Georgia on hold waiting for the next FWT comp. So Jonathan spoke with Molly about all these things, plus her relationships with pro skiers McKenna Peterson and Josh Daiek; working with a sports psychologist; and more.
Bent SRAM Transmission Cages & Some Troubleshooting Advice
A few months ago SRAM quietly released a new part that a lot of you should know about, and we’ve got a little advice on how to live with SRAM Transmission.
2024-2025 Romp Oso 105
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Romp Oso 105.
2025-2026 Liberty Radian 106
Liberty Skis is releasing a new, wider version of their Radian 100 directional all-mountain freeride ski. Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the brand new Liberty Radian 106.
Flash Review: 25/26 Liberty Radian 106
Liberty introduced an all-new directional series of skis this season, and they’re expanding it for 25/26. Here are our initial thoughts on the new Radian 106.
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Flash Review: 24/25 ON3P Billy Goat 118
The Billy Goat has served as ON3P’s freeride powder ski for many years now, and it’s gone through several iterations during that time. Here are our initial thoughts on the latest one.
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2024-2025 ON3P Billy Goat 118
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the ON3P Billy Goat 118.
Extended: Win Outerwear From Flylow
The winner of our Gear Giveaway this week will get either the Albert Jacket and Baker Insulated Bib or Billie Coat and Moxie Bib from Flylow!
Reviewer Reports: Pow Skis, New Bindings, & Our 40” Storm (Ep.336)
Crested Butte Mountain Resort recently got 40+ inches of new snow in just a few days, so Jonathan and Luke sat down to discuss several of the new pow skis they’ve been testing from Head, ON3P, Salomon, Rossignol, and more.
Eli Brown & Jonathan Ellsworth: Can We Change a White-Wine Hater’s Mind? (Ep.60)
Today, Jonathan and Eli will be trying several white wine options to see if Eli can get Jonathan more interested in what white wines have to offer.
Flash Review: 24/25 Salomon QST X
Japow Update: Kara Williard brought the QST X with her on a recent trip to Japan and she's now added her thoughts on this lightweight powder ski.
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Reece Wilson on forming AON Racing, Partnering with Gamux, Belt Drives, Gearboxes, & More (Ep.262)
We check in with Reece Wilson about his newly formed AON racing team; partnering with Gamux and the benefits of belt drives and gearboxes; the likely rivalry between his team and Atherton Racing to see who will bring home the Gates Belted 100k Purse; and a whole lot more.
Tyrolia Attack Hybrid 14 MN/PT Ski-Touring Binding
Tyrolia has entered the “hybrid” category of touring bindings by expanding their well-known Attack series with the all-new Hybrid 14 MN/PT. Check out our First Look for our measured specs and all the details on this new system.