If you’ve watched any of Candide Thovex’s edits over the past few years, there’s a good chance that he was on the ski we’re talking about today. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the 19/20 Faction Candide 5.0.
Candide Thovex has made more of an impact on the ski industry than most people, and his signature Faction skis have helped him do that. One of those skis, the Candide 4.0, is getting updated for 19/20, and you can now check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
The new Outline is the latest addition to Eric Pollard & Line’s venerable series of pow skis, and it’s time now for our full review.
Here’s our updated Flash Review of DPS’s new pow ski, where Jonathan Ellsworth shares his thoughts on the Koala F119.
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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.
The Folsom Trophy Carbon is one of the few playful pow skis that’s light enough to tour on, and you can now check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons.
Want a ski that’s quick and playful while also being strong and damp? If so, the Prodigy 4.0 is worth a good look. Check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons.
The Prior CBC is very stiff, very playful, and most importantly — very good. Check out our full review of this freestyle pow ski.
Our managing editor is calling the Rossignol Black Ops 118 his favorite resort pow ski of all time, and one of his favorite skis in general. Check out our full review to see why.
We’ve now spent around 45 days on the Atomic Bent Chetler 120 — from deep pow to bad snow in technical terrain — and now have an update on its versatility, durability, and who we think will like it most.
Check out part 4 of our reviewers’ 1-ski-quiver selections, with additions from Kara Williard, Scott Nelson, and Joey Teahan.
By lightening up their big-mountain weapon, the Ragnarok, with their “Carbonlite” construction, Whitedot intended to make a true, big-mountain powder charger that’s still light enough to haul uphill. So did they hit the mark with the Ragnarok Carbonlite?
We’ve asked a number of our reviewers to discuss how they think about putting together a ski quiver, and which specific skis they’d choose. Check out part 2, including additions from Jonathan Ellsworth, Sascha Anastas, Kristin Sinnott, and Brian Lindahl.
Update: We compare the Line Sick Day 114 to the Moment Blister Pro, ON3P Wrenegade 114, Faction Dictator 4.0, Liberty Origin 112, Rossignol Super 7 HD & RD, Blizzard Rustler 11, Fischer Ranger 115 XTi, DPS Wailer 112 Alchemist, Line Mordecai, and more…
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The Black Diamond Helio 116 has become one of our all-time favorite powder touring skis. Check out our review to find out why.
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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Volkl’s brand-new playful pow ski.
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Check out Part 3 of our Outdoor Retailer awards, including classics like Good or Bad Industry Trends; Best Graphics; Gear We Were Most Tempted to Steal; and the “WTF is that?” award.
We compare the Black Ops 118 to the Moment Blister Pro / Wildcat, K2 Catamaran, Icelantic Nomad 115, Blizzard Spur, and Prior CBC.
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Check out part 3 of our reviewers’ 2-ski quivers, with additions from Paul Forward, Kristin Sinnott, and Joey Teahan.