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 […]
Out of the box the Citadel 107 skis impressed me with their sleek and smooth design. The graphics are bright and pretty. And while I’m a sucker for cool design aesthetic, it was time to get the skis on some snow. Renoun Citadel for Touring I chose to turn these skis into a touring ski. I […]
I’ve been on the hunt for a perfect pair of touring pants since I began touring and finally found them in the Ortovox Pizol Soft Shell Touring Pants. The Pizol pants are an excellent choice for backcountry enthusiasts seeking both performance and durability. Whether you’re tackling steep ascents or carving down powdery slopes, the Pizol […]
The Jones MTN Surf Recycled Shell Jacket has quickly become one of my favorite pieces for both resort shredding and backcountry touring. Its durable, eco-conscious construction, combined with practical features and a relaxed fit, make it a go-to jacket for any mountain enthusiast. Whether you’re riding the chairlift or venturing into the backcountry, this jacket […]
Look around next time you are out ripping at your local resort, and you can’t not notice the Burton Step On System everywhere! I see them in nearly every liftline I’m in, so obviously I can’t not try these out. My first round demoing the Burton Genesis Binding and Swath Step On was interesting. My […]
The Sena TALKIE is a novel approach to outdoor communication. Over the past few years, I’ve been using a BCA Link 2.0 and now the BCA Link Mini, both of which are FRS band “walkie talkies” that use a standard “push to talk” button for trouble-free communication between me and my ski partners. In the […]
I tested the Outdoor Research Tungsten II Jacket in Neptune. It’s an insulated GORE-TEX piece, retailing for $499 USD. This jacket is constructed from Bluesign approved GORE-TEX and VerticalX Eco—OR’s high-loft synthetic insulation made up of 85% recycled materials. It’s a fully seam taped, water and wind proof layer. I’d recommend it as your daily […]