[GEAR REVIEW] Packasport Journeyer Rooftop Box: Simply the Best When it comes to hauling gear for outdoor adventures, a reliable rooftop cargo box can make all the difference. There are numerous advantages to owning one, the most obvious being the convenience of extra storage. However, they often come with trade-offs, such as clunky designs, limited accessibility, or reduced aerodynamics. Enter Packasport rooftop boxes, which aim to stand out in […] Gear Brent Thomas | January 10, 2025 0 Comments
Black Diamond Recalls PIEPS Pro IPS Avalanche Transceivers Due to Issues with the Battery Compartment Black Diamond has recently issued a recall for all PIEPS Pro IPS Avalanche Transceivers because of an issue with the battery compartment, which could lead to loss of functionality during emergencies. This issue stems from the battery compartment, which does not hold the AAA batteries securely, potentially causing them to lose contact with the battery terminals. About 770 of these […] Gear Elise Chou | January 5, 2025 0 Comments
DPS Skis Unveils Revolutionary High-Performance Carbon Carving Ski for $2,400 DPS Skis, the U.S.-based ski manufacturer known for pioneering aerospace-grade carbon technology, announces Pisteworks®, a dramatic redefinition of the alpine carving ski. Pisteworks® represents the first full carbon fiber on-piste ski from the carbon ski experts DPS. Carbon’s characteristics—lively recovery, efficient energy transfer, and tremendous durability—are ideal for a high-performance carving ski. Pisteworks® utilizes premium proprietary carbon fibers. Combined with […] Gear Press Release | December 14, 2024 0 Comments
Italian Binding Manufacturer ATK is Changing the Game with the Launch of its New Solid Aluminum ‘HY’ Hybrid Freeride Binding [Dec. 13, 2024 – Fiorano Modenese, Italy] – ATK, renowned for its cutting-edge ski binding technology, has unveiled the Hy, a revolutionary hybrid ski binding that redefines the balance between alpine-level downhill performance and lightweight touring capabilities. Designed for skiers who seamlessly transition between freeride and ski touring, the Hy offers unprecedented responsiveness, precision, and versatility, making it an ideal companion […] Gear Martin Kuprianowicz | December 13, 2024 0 Comments
LEKI’s Spitfire Poles and Patrol Gloves: A Winning Combination for Winter With the flakes beginning to fly and snowmaking going full blast, it’s time to think about gear—specifically, what poles and gloves will keep you planted, warm, and primed to rock the mountain this ski season. Enter LEKI’s Spitfire poles and Patrol gloves, two products that stand out in performance, durability, and comfort, making them an ideal pairing for this winter […] Gear Lucas Gauthier | October 16, 2024 0 Comments
What Skiers and Snowboarders Need to Know About the 2 Latest GoPro Cameras GoPro’s newly announced HERO13 Black and HERO cameras offer significant upgrades that are especially appealing to skiers. The HERO13 Black, priced at $399, introduces advanced features such as four interchangeable lens mods, including the Ultra Wide Lens Mod, which provides an expansive 177° field of view ideal for capturing action-packed ski runs with enhanced HyperSmooth stabilization and unbreakable 360° Horizon […] Gear Brent Thomas | September 9, 2024 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Icelantic’s 2024 Nomad Collection Redefines Fun and Freeride Performance Icelantic Skis has unveiled a major redesign of its flagship Nomad and Maiden Freeride collections for the 2024-25 season, marking the most extensive update to these popular lines in eight years. I had the privilege to test out the revamped Nomad collection last season, which now features four new models: the Nomad 94, 100, 106, and 112. The redesign focused […] Gear Martin Kuprianowicz | August 28, 2024 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] The Peak 98 All-Mountain Ski from Peak Skis There are a lot of different skis to choose from in the industry and finding the ski that is best suited for you can be a challenge. Before the beginning of the season, I was looking to find one ski that I could use for the whole year. The goal was to find one pair of skis that I would be able to use on all different terrain […] Gear Gregg Frantz | April 30, 2024 0 Comments