Gear

Begin at the feet and work up. Start with the basic ski and snowboard gear. Move to boots. Don’t forget accessories. Picture yourself using the latest equipment.

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How to Break In New Boots

Buying new equipment never gets old. The dent left in the wallet is dwarfed by the experience you get when you..

Best Gifts for Skiers & Snowboarders for the 2022 Ski Season
Best Gifts for Skiers & Snowboarders for the 2022 Ski Season

As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to start thinking about what gifts would tickle the souls of..

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How Often Should You Tune Your Skis?

Skiing or riding on gear that has not been tuned can be the difference between a good day and an edge-catching..

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Stoko’s Baselayer with Medical-Grade Knee Bracing is Changing the Lives of Skiers

Sponsored by Stoko | Written by Bennett Slavsky The K1 Summit from Stoko is allowing aging and injured athlet..

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The Best Skiing Apps

As ski season gets closer, there’s a litany of things to do before you ever take your first turn. That prese..

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Top Women’s Snowboards for 22/23

Introducing our women’s snowboard buying guide for the upcoming ski season. We’ll dive into what each ..

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Top Men’s Snowboards for 22/23

For each style of snowboarder there is an ideal snowboard, the perfect tool to allow you to ride your best. Wh..

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How to Find the Correct Snowboard Size

There’s an old adage that says snowboarding is hard to learn, but easy to master. Whether you’re l..

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Top Women’s Snowboard Boots for 22/23

When shopping for outdoor gear, there seems to always be a dizzying array of options to choose from. Our buyer..

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Guide to Buying Snowboard Boots

Choosing the right pair of snowboard boots is equally as important as choosing the right snowboard. Your boots..

Top Men's Snowboard Boots for 22/23
Top Men’s Snowboard Boots for 22/23

Owning the right pair of snowboard boots is imperative to optimizing your ability and maximizing your fun on t..

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Ski Boot 101: How to buckle your ski boots

Needless to say, buckling one’s ski boots isn’t quite like putting on your everyday boots. Sometim..

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