The Blizzard Phoenix R14 Pro rose through the ranks to achieve No. 1 status for best-performing 2023-24 Women’s Carving ski. As one of the narrower options in this category at 70 millimeters underfoot, it scored high marks for Carving and Hard-Snow Integrity. “It likes fast and firm,”...
Ski jackets are specifically constructed to be waterproof/breathable and windproof to protect you while playing outside in the snow all day. These designs are also comfortable and ergonomic for the sport’s big movements, like bending over to adjust boots and bindings, planting a pole, or shifti...
The Austrian ski resort is widely known for the notorious Hahnenkamm Downhill course. Advanced skiers can try the run for themselves when in resort. While the event might have put the resort on the map for many, Kitzbühel has a lot more to offer. The ski resort has invested heavily in ...
These really are some very chunky socks that feel luxuriously thick and warm. They’re also long, going right up to just below the knee with padding across the front. This adds comfort in ski, snowboard and mountaineering boots and a big extra boost of insulation up the legs when you’re...
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Ski jackets are a surprisingly technical piece of gear, needing to balance weather-ready protection, without sacrificing breathability, be light enough not to weigh you down while maintaining durability, and for a product that generally runs around $400-600, they sure as heck better have a full...
At its release, Head’s Kore was a bit of a revelation: The ski offered both power and grip for hard chargers with the low weight of a hybrid downhill/touring design. What the original lacked, however, was a forgiving ride—it was a bit punishing in chop and for less confident skiers...
Super-plush, super-soft, and super-puffy,Patagonia’s Fitz Roy DownHoody($399) is a winner for cold days in the alpine. Whether you’re looking for something to keep you warm and cozy during ski transitions or at belays, the midweight Fitz Roy delivers extreme warmth in a surprisingly pa...
For those who mainly stick to the trail, their Stance all-mountain ski is a sturdy performer on hardpack with great energy for carving and impressive stability at speed. And out of bounds, their Mtn collection nicely balances up- and downhill capabilities, although Salomon’s backcountry ...
Unnecessary features are also a matter of personal preference. For example, high-performance waterproofing may be overkill, if you're a skier who just pops into the ski hill once or twice during spring break. Remember: Extra features cost extra dollars. ...