Ever since my go-to shell was stolen from my car last winter, I’ve been on the hunt for a ski jacket that meets my standards for warmth, versatility, and durability. While a few options have come close, the Scott Vertic Ripstop 3L Jacket truly stood up to the test. Designed as a freeride jacket built […]
From Ombraz, the Armless Sunglasses company, comes the Leggero aviator-style sunglasses. Ombraz describes the sunglasses as “perfect for that ‘cocaine dad’ look.” The pitch of these armless lenses is that “by replacing the arms with a built-in cord, Ombraz (pronounced ohm-bruhz) don’t break, won’t fall off, and, when worn correctly, are surprisingly more comfortable than […]
Say hello to Heybike’s newest mid-drive electric bike, the Heybike ALPHA. Combining an all-terrain setup with comfort-oriented features, the ALPHA is designed for entry-level riders. That said, the rugged build and 28 mph top speed mean there’s plenty of room to push the limits of terrain and speed. I recently tested the Heybike ALPHA to […]
BCA’s Scepter 3S is a strong collapsing pole, with a handle that was actually made specifically for touring. Every time I took it out I fell in love a bit more, especially when I flipped it up to get my risers dialed or hook in my tech toe-piece. Backcountry Access Scepter 3S: Made to Support […]
Phaenom is the new kid on the block for ski boots. Their parent company is Full Stack Distribution, which is the same group that runs Faction Ski. This is a ‘cabrio’ style boot, meaning that the shell of the boot consists of 3 parts: the upper, lower, and the tongue. In a regular 2-piece boot, […]
The Dragon D3 OTG Goggles provide a comfortable fit that can work in tandem with glasses. They also have a photochromic lens that theoretically saves the user from carrying multiple lenses for mixed conditions. I used the Dragons on a stormy day on the pass and a bluebird day in the park. I got to […]
Aside from their skis and snowboards, there’s a select collection of gear every athlete should have dialed in to achieve optimum downhill performance in the mountains. While a wide range of snow pants and jackets can do the trick, having reliable goggles is an absolute necessity. Enter Sweet Protection, a relatively new goggle brand that, […]
From all day athletic endeavors to happy hour on the porch with friends, the Smith Seeker Sunglasses are a great choice for those looking for a stylish, all around athletic eye protection. Upon first look, I was very excited about these sunglasses, and they lived up to my initial impression over time. I love the […]
The Jones Shralpinist Stretch Recycled Bib is an earth friendly product through and through. Made with 100% recycled material that is sourced from mills certified to be free from harmful chemicals, the zippers are recycled and even the product tag is attached with twine instead of plastic. Buying any of their gear feels as good […]
The Gordini MTN Crew Artist Mitt is an eye-catching mitten, perfect for lapping the lift on cold days or throwing in your touring pack for extra warmth in emergency situations. They’re comfortable, durable and look great doing it! Wearing While Skiing I got to use the Gordini MTN Crew Artist Mitts inbounds and out of […]