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2023 Buyer’s Guide
2023 Buyer’s Guide The folks who make and supply our gear have navigated some nasty patches lately, but skiers can look forward to better conditions ahead. There’s a reason we ski with our weight centred and hands forward, it’s so we’re ready for the unexpected. The next icy patch, the groomer divot, the deep mogul … More »
APRES-SKI? MAIS OUI!
A ski trip to Québec is more than just great snow. So much more! Nobody in North America knows how to après-ski better than the Québecois. From relaxing spas to off-slope activities, friendly microbreweries to late-night dancing, Québec doesn’t sleep after skiing, it comes alive. In a welcoming and enviable culture that leaves a smile … More »
2023 Powder Buyer’s Guide — Stepping Lightly
AN XT3 TOUR FOR WOMEN One of last season’s most exciting new boots was Lange’s XT3 Tour, combining downhill performance with uphill comfort. The Lange XT3 Tour Women is identical to the unisex version in construction but is slightly shorter in height, wider at the boot cuff and has a warmer liner—all nods to better … More »
2023 Powder Buyer’s Guide — Dress for Success
The clothing and accessories to help you get down, up and around in comfort and style UP TO THE SKINNY SKI CHALLENGE To meet the challenging demands of aerobic skinning or cross-country skiing, the Daehlie Challenge 2.0 Jacket uses a variety of materials. To provide weather protection with breathability, the Challenge is mostly a wind-resistant … More »
2023 Powder Buyer’s Guide — Stay Safe
THE NEW RULES OF BACKCOUNTRY SAFETY Safety standards evolve. We’re glad cars have moved beyond just seat belts to air bags, automatic braking and lane departure warnings. Likewise, safety gear in the backcountry is progressing. In addition to the established four pieces—beacon, probe, shovel and the knowledge to use them—three more safety devices are gaining … More »
2023 Powder Buyer’s Guide — Matchmaker
MATCHMAKER: HOW TO PICK YOUR SET-UP The quest for powder begins with a crucial task: figuring out the right boot, binding and ski combination. Some boots won’t work with some bindings. The right binding and boot combo will let you crush uphills. And matching both to the right ski will have you hooting and hollering … More »
2023 Powder Buyer’s Guide
The deeper you get, the more gear you need. It’s a rule of thumb that applies widely outdoors, especially in ski country. On the frontside of a resort you are never far from lodges, ski patrol and other skiers. If in trouble, help is nearby. When you drop off the backside, the exposure increases. There’s … More »
2023 Buyer’s Guide — Part 4
PART 4: THE COOL GEAR SALOMON DRIVER PRIME SIGMA PHOTO MIPS $500; salomon.com The long name speaks to all the technology stuffed into this goggle and helmet combo. The Driver is a more subtle take on the visor helmet that also combines multiple levels of protection, comfort and clarity. It doesn’t come cheap, but after … More »
2023 Buyer’s Guide — Part 3
PART 3: NEWS AND TRENDS NEWS: SIT SKIERS GET THEIR OWN CLOTHES The Flyline Kit is the first outerwear kit specifically for sitski athletes. Eddie Bauer designed the jacket and bib in collaboration with sitskier Trevor Kennison. “The most difficult part was the shaping,” says Dave Mertes, the project manager. “We needed to craft the … More »
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