This series of articles was written in the fall of 2015 and reflects the technology available at the time. It has since been updated in 10 Revelations devoted exclusively to women’s skis. Links to these essays are ensconced at the end of this article. Some of...
Skis have two primary exterior systems—bases and edges—which fulfill two primary functions: Bases are like pressure distribution devices that take the weight of the skier and distribute it over the snow so that they reduce friction and allow the skier to slide...
In the morning, plug the 12 volt accessory cord into your car, and the HOT GEAR BAG keeps your boots toasty on the trip to the hill and will render stiff boots easy to put on. After boots, skis, bindings and poles, the Hot Gear Bag may just be the most important piece...
We remain big fans of POC helmets and goggles, especially Fornix helmets, and the goggles are outstanding. Available in sizes to fit most faces, they mesh perfectly with any POC helmet and possess superb race-quality lenses that are easy to interchange.
Hotronics are the most effective, least bulky, easiest-to-install and most reasonably priced boot heater. There’s nothing macho about cold feet! In fact, cold feet are inefficient feet, incapable of providing maximum balance for maximum performance. Skiers with...
