2018-2019 HEAD Kore 93
The HEAD Kore 93 is the lightest inbounds ski we’ve ever seen, and it punches well above its weight class in terms of stability. Check out our full review.
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Rockshox Reverb 1x Remote
The Rockshox Reverb is one of the most ubiquitous dropper posts on the market, but it’s always had one major shortcoming: the remote. The new 1x Remote sets out to fix that.
2018-2019 Dynafit TLT7 Performance
The Dynafit TLT7 is the latest AT boot in one of the most distinguished product lines in ski touring, and it’s a radical departure from its predecessors. Check out our review.
2017-2018 G3 Scala LT Skins
G3 has updated their deep-snow-oriented Scala skin to cut weight. So how does the new Scala LT perform, and how does it differ from the original Scala?
Kuat NV Base 2.0 Bike Rack
Kuat has updated their NV series of racks with the NV Base 2.0, so how does it perform, and how does it compare to the old NV 1.0?
Deep Dive: ON3P Wrenegade 108
We compare the Wrenegade 108 to the Nordica Enforcer 110, Blizzard Cochise, Black Crows Atris, Moment Belafonte, Line Supernatural 108, J Skis The Metal, Head Monster 108, and more...
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Five Ten Quantum
The redesigned Five Ten Quantum is billed as an all-round shoe, but where does it really shine? We weigh in.
Jason Levinthal Acquires 4FRNT Skis
Another Shake-Up in the Ski World: Jason Levinthal Acquires 4FRNT Skis
2017-2018 Faction Prodigy 2.0
New for 17/18, Faction is introducing the "Prodigy" series. We take a look at the series in general, and in particular, the Prodigy 2.0.
Fix It Sticks, Back Bottle, & Weatherneck
We’ve been spending time with three of Brian Davis’ unique products, and are impressed at how well they address common problems (at a very low price).
2nd Look: Outdoor Research Skyward Jacket
David Steele weighs in on the Outdoor Research Skyward as a dedicated touring jacket.
Deep Dive: HEAD Kore 117
We compare the Head Kore 117 to the Rossignol Super 7 RD and HD, Salomon QST 118, Nordica Enforcer Pro, Volkl Confession, and more.
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3rd Look: 2017-2018 Blizzard Cochise
The Cochise has been one of the most important all-mountain skis on the market for years, and it comes back unchanged for 17/18. So it was time to take a fresh look at the ski, offer new comparisons, and see how the Cochise measures up today.
2018-2019 Nordica Enforcer 110
We now have several days at Mt Bachelor on the new Nordica Enforcer 110, here's our initial review.
2018-2019 CAST Freetour System
With their Freetour System, CAST aims to meld no-compromise downhill performance with the uphill efficiency of a tech touring binding.
2018-2019 Icelantic Nomad 105 Lite
With the Nomad 105 Lite, Icelantic has created a versatile and playful but stable backcountry ski that lives up to its “free touring” moniker.
2017-2018 HEAD Kore 105
The HEAD Kore 105 is the lightest inbounds ski in this category that we've ever tested. Check out our initial review.
2018-2019 Fischer Ranger 108 Ti
The Fischer Ranger 108 Ti combines good float with very energetic carving abilities.
2020-2021 HEAD Kore 117
We’re getting time now on HEAD’s entire new KORE series, and here is our review of the fattest ski in the lineup: the KORE 117.
2020-2021 Tecnica Cochise 130 Pro
We’ve put 30 more days in the Tecnica Cochise 130 Pro, so here is our long-term update on performance and durability.