Revelations

What My Murky Crystal Ball Reveals

As I pen this piece in the middle of February, 2024, the outlines of the 2025 American ski market are coming into ever sharper focus.  Every important brand has not only pitched its next collection to its retail partners, most initial orders have already been written,...
On Being Early

On Being Early

There are few things in skiing that work quite as well as being early.  Every powder addict in the world knows the...

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Get a Grip

Get a Grip

If you are a lifelong skier, no matter how long that life may currently be, either you or someone you know has taken a...

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Your Next Ski

Your Next Ski

If you’re like most advanced skiers, you’d like your next pair of skis to do everything well. Even if you aren’t the...

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Measuring Up

Measuring Up

Prospective modern-day ski buyers do assiduous research, checking every online advice purveyor for clues in its...

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The First Five Minutes

The First Five Minutes

Last week’s Revelation, “Take the Leap of Faith” inspired some thoughtful critiques among the Realskiers faithful,...

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Take the Leap of Faith

Take the Leap of Faith

If you are totally content with your skiing, able to master any condition with grace and style, this Revelation isn’t...

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Understand the Brand

Understand the Brand

When considering which ski is right for you, don’t just compare thumbnail model descriptions, helpful though they...

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