Skiing reviews to help you find the perfect equipment for the slopes. Discover performance, comfort, and durability.
Ski season is in full swing, thanks to the latest round of storms. This year, I’m testing out Smith Optics’ new Nexus Mips Helmet paired with their 4D MAG Goggles, a sleek, high-performance combination...
I was beginning to think that summer was never going to end. As I start this review, it’s November 1st. Many days have basically been 80 and sunny here in Denver, Colorado. Technically, we...
Hitting the slopes without goggles is certainly an option, but only when the temperatures and conditions are moderate to warm and perfect. In that case, it’s certainly an opportunity to sport the shades, but...
Tackling the weather while on the trails, slopes, or local runs has become a fun and easy exercise with the variable options provided by Skida. Generally speaking, no matter your passion, you can find...
Right now, when it comes to ski apparel, the Jack Wolfskin brand is not too common of a name in North America. I honestly haven’t seen it all that much out on the slopes....
France-based Julbo has been creating high quality eyewear ever since 1888 and continues to focus on pushing the limits of craftsmanship, durability, and functionality, with the Lightyear ski goggles at the pinnacle of their...
For nearly 40 years, Jack Wolfskin’s name and pawprint have been a symbol of their trailblazing spirit and regard for nature. If you haven’t seen the pawprint before, that’s because Jack Wolfskin recently opened...
As an ice climber in northern Michigan, I have experienced the single digit days standing around climbs. Nothing is more difficult than trying to enjoy this beautiful, wonderful sport without the right gear. While...
With over a century of experience in glove making, it was time for me to try out Vermont Gloves. This winter, I’ve been skiing, fishing, and shoveling snow in their Jefflo Mitt. Vermont Gloves...
Ironically, right before these showed up, I had just purchased a pair of Smartwool ski socks for each of my three ladies. I wanted them to be equipped properly on the mountain no matter...
Over the last few years, there is one skiwear brand I’ve been noticing more and more all over the mountain. Montec, a relative newcomer from Sweden to the snow sports industry, has really carved...
I am an avid hiker and ultramarathon runner that spends a lot of time in the woods. I am always interested in the latest outer gear that can keep me comfortable while exploring. The...
First Thoughts On The 37.5 Technology The normal core temperature in my world (the United States) is considered to be 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. In scientific and medical terms that’s an approximation and considered mid-range....
For this review, what I have here is an assembly of some impressive apparel products from IceBreaker. I intend to discuss the pieces and versatility of the IceBreaker product line. Some of these products...
Hitting the slopes this winter is certainly happening in style. When I look good, I feel good. I’ll certainly dive in a little deeper for the performance and technical details that demonstrate the features...
Here in Northern Colorado we are off to the best ski season in years. Our local mountain has gotten over 150 inches of snow before the new year which has made for some of...
Rossignol has designed a ski with sustainability in mind, the Rossignol Essential Skis are now the world’s most recyclable ski. They are constructed with the least amount of materials as possible focusing on recycled,...
The Yakima FatCat Evo 6: It’s a sweet looking ski /snowboard rack! It gets attached to my car, I open it, place equipment in, close it, and head towards the mountains. It’s a rather...
For starters, when I say Ski, I mean ski or ride. I ski, so it comes natural for me to discuss this product in that setting. These goggles will work equally well for anyone...
Living in a cold-dry snowy place, I was immediately drawn to the description of G3’s Alpinist + Glide skin. G3 has dubbed the skin as an, “ideal all around skin for dry-cold snow”. I...
