Powder days are precious. Treat them— and yourself—with the gear they deserve. From specialized skis that will change your life to a beacon and pack that might save it, here’s what you need to surf the deep.
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Different skis are good for different people, but every year there are always some that everyone seems to be obsessed with. Here are the most popular skis of the season, the one's you've been googling, stalking on Steep and Cheap, and raving about. And, to stoke the fires, the one ski coming out next year that's already creating major buzz. -
SkiMag.comPowder days are precious. Treat them— and yourself—with the gear they deserve. From specialized skis that will change your life to a beacon and pack that might save it, here’s what you need to surf the deep. -
SkiingMag.comWhether you're schlepping gear for an all-day tour, or loading up on layers and snacks for an inbounds day, the right pack is important. Here are some of our favorites, from small sidecountry packs to huge haul bags. -
SkiMag.comJanuary and February often call for the coldest temps. Answer back with one of these insulated puffies, and you’ll never complain about the cold again. -
SkiingMag.comWhen my touring buddies shoot condescending remarks about my inefficient freeheel tendencies, I pretend to acquiesce. I stroke their fragile alpine egos with my agreeance. I might be slower on the skin track and not as aggressive on the descent, but I’m in no hurry to convert to their Dynafited or Fritschied ways. I love tele in all its quasi-soulful, hippy glory. Then Twenty-Two Designs released the AXL, a rugged tele binding with a free pivot mode for touring, and while I failed to silence my... -
SkiMag.comBy athletes, for athletes. In the sporting goods business, no phrase carries more cred than “athlete designed.” The pros know best, and when they help develop new products, the results are usually good. Case in point: Utah-based OGIO’s Layover, which is an ideal ski trip carry-on. Its external pockets hold goggles, socks, base layers and other accessories, and the main compartment is roomy enough for your boots, jacket and pants. Bonus: Patterned fabrics make it easy to spot on the... -
SkiMag.comIt’s a ski slope, not a runway. If you want to look like a serious skier, start by dressing like one. -
SkiMag.comWhen it comes to ski bags, wheeled duffles rule. With rugged wheels, telescoping handles and expandable compartments, rolling duffles can accommodate your ski boots, ski clothes and après duds, often with room to spare. These bags will help you organize it all. -
SkiMag.comGoggles that display your speed? Skis that talk to you? A vest insulated with argon gas? These are the best gifts for the technology geek in your life. -
SkiingMag.comYour eyeballs are, hopefully, important to you, and you goggles should be, too. Here are eight of our favorite pairs.
