“Easy” vs. “Demanding” Skis
Are directional skis going away? And why does there seem to be such an emphasis these days on skis being "easy" ?
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2016-2017 Kitten Factory Toors Lite
The Toors Lite by Kitten Factory is light enough on the way up and fun enough on the way down that you will probably find yourself heading back for another lap.
First Look: 2016-2017 Salomon QST 99
Here’s a First Look at Salomon’s new “QST” freeride lineup in general, and the new QST 99 in particular.
Loki Myth Soft Shell Jacket
The Loki Myth is an innovative and quiver-killing softshell for bike commuting.
2016 Transition Smuggler 1
The Transition Smuggler is a shorter travel 29er that should appeal to a wide range of riders on a wide range of trails.
Leatt AirFlex Pro Knee and Elbow Pads
Leatt's Airflex Pro knee and elbow pads are some of the best ventilated and most breathable pads we've used.
2016-2017 Head Monster 108
The Head Monster 108 is a smooth, damp, burly ski. But just how burly is it?
2017 Fox 32 SC Fork
The new Fox 32 SC is the lightest and stiffest XC race fork we’ve ridden, and the price kills the competition
Mountain Equipment Prophet Jacket
We take a look at Gore’s new Thermium material in the weather-resistant and insulated Mountain Equipment Prophet jacket.
SPY Doom Goggle With Happy Lens
The SPY Doom goggle with Happy Lenses is giving our favorite goggles a run for their money.
Ted Ligety – US Ski Racer, GS Legend (Ep.14)
We talk to one of the greatest giant slalom skiers in history about his current injury, his goals for next season, and a whole lot more.
North Shore Racks NSR 4-Bike Rack
We’ve tested the North Shore NSR 4-Bike Rack for over two years, and found it to be a simple, durable, rack that’s more compact than tray-style hitch racks.
Flash Review: 2016-2017 Head Monster 98
The Head Monster 98 may be the best 98 mm wide carver currently available.
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2016-2017 Kitten Factory All Mountain
Looking for one ski to use both inbounds and for touring? The Kitten Factory All Mountain is versatile one-ski quiver for the centered skier who splits his time between the skin track and the chairlift.
Mountain Equipment Spectre Pant
The Mountain Equipment Spectre is an affordable and versatile soft shell pant that’s well suited to colder-weather ski mountaineering and touring.
2nd Look: WTB Trail Boss Tire
We take a 2nd Look at WTB's Trail Boss Tire, and compare the 2.25" and 2.4" versions
2nd Look: Salomon X-Drive 8.8 FS
We take a 2nd Look at the Salomon X-Drive 8.8, to help give you a better sense of whether it’s a good choice given how and where you ski.
Jason Levinthal on How to Save Skiing (Ep.13)
Jason Levinthal is the founder of LINE Skis, and now, J Skis. In this podcast, J goes fully unfiltered and lays out how the ski industry works, what isn't working, and what needs to be done to fix it.