First Ski Boot With BOA® Lace Technology Has Been Released K2 has developed and released a ski boot that utilizes the innovative BOA® lace technology, the first of its kind. The new model has been dubbed the “K2 Recon 120 BOA®“, and is currently available in sizes 25.5, 26.5, and 27.5 for the price of $699.95. All other sizes are currently sold out due to the immense popularity of this technology, […] Gear Matt Scribner | January 23, 2023 7 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Insta360 X3: The Sleekest Action Camera for Skiing Durable, sleek, and effortless to use on the mountain—these are only a few reasons the new Insta360 X3 is dominating the action sports camera market right now. Skiing is a lifestyle. A way of life for some, like us here at SnowBrains. When it comes to posting daily content from the mountains, we need a solid camera to get the job […] Gear Martin Kuprianowicz | December 24, 2022 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] The Grassroots ‘Flying Carpet’ Powsurfer—Wickedly Smooth, Extremely Fun This level of fun should be illegal. In order to challenge myself and try something new this year, I decided to take on powdersurfing (“powdersurfing:” not “powder surfing.” It’s one word!). I did my homework, researched various brands, talked to local shredders I know, and resolved that Grassroots Powdersurfing was the best brand for me, if not one of the […] Gear Martin Kuprianowicz | December 23, 2022 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Mammut Barryvox S Beacon *SnowBrains carries some affiliate marketing links, which means we earn commission on sales of some products when users click through a link from the site. Our editorial content is NOT influenced by affiliate partnerships. I was inspired to test out the Mammut Barryvox S after all of the transceiver failures and recalls in recent years. We all hope we never […] Gear SnowBrains | December 22, 2022 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Arc’teryx Sentinel Bib and Anorak Kit *SnowBrains carries some affiliate marketing links, which means we earn commission on sales of some products when users click through a link from the site. Our editorial content is NOT influenced by affiliate partnerships. I had the opportunity to test and review the women’s Arc’teryx Sentinel Bib and Sentinel Anorak. So far, I’ve skied it on heavy snow days, deep […] Gear SnowBrains | December 19, 2022 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Can a Bike Rack Company Change the Way We Carry Skis and Snowboards? *SnowBrains carries some affiliate marketing links, which means we earn commission on sales of some products when users click through a link from the site. Our editorial content is NOT influenced by affiliate partnerships. It was the middle of summer when I received an email asking if I was open to testing and writing an honest review of some new […] Gear Alex K | December 19, 2022 3 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Arc’teryx Cerium Hoody—Dependable When You Need it Most *SnowBrains carries some affiliate marketing links, which means we earn commission on sales of some products when users click through a link from the site. Our editorial content is NOT influenced by affiliate partnerships. The Cerium Hoody by Arc’teryx is top of its class. It’s reliable, dependable, light, and stylish. The streamlined, lightweight, down hoody filled with 850-fill European white […] Gear Martin Kuprianowicz | December 16, 2022 1 Comment
Gear Review: Pondoz – Protect Your Skis and Snowboards No Matter How You Travel Last winter, after waking up to several feet of fresh snow, my friends and I loaded up the truck in anticipation of an unforgettable powder day. An hour’s drive and a few windy roads later, we arrived at the mountain, eager to grab our gear and hop on the lift. Far too excited for the fresh turns ahead, I haphazardly tossed […] Gear Emily Crofton | December 15, 2022 0 Comments