Lighter Isn’t Always Better Infamous “Light” Gear Embedded in every pitch or patch of prose about next year’s skis is a word or two about how the new model is lighter than the ponderous slab it’s replacing. “Lighter is Better” (LIB) has become ski...
It may seem mean-spirited to pick on dreadful alpine boot designs, until one remembers the pain and/or terror such boots inspired. Because mankind is a richly varied species, some skiers may vigorously protest the inclusion of one of their favorite pieces of footwear...
Expert skiers don’t worry about falling. But they do worry about collision. A lot. As in, all the time. Collisions hurt. Falling down a steep mogul slope, while terrifying at the time, mostly injures one’s pride; colliding with another speeding skier will dislocate...
