Winter Sports & Activities
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Rossignol BC 120 Waxbase Ski – 2022
$257.97BEST BUYIn Rossignol’s massive collection of cross country skis the BC 120 Waxbase Ski is the widest nordic ski with an alpine-inspired base for backcountry touring. Designed to move swiftly through challenging terrain we reach for the BC Ski thanks to its surprisingly light wood core and modest tip rocker because it encourages easy turning off the track. Despite its featherweight feel the BC surprisingly supports full-length steel edges for solid grip and control when you’re explorations end up goi…
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Majesty Vanguard Ski – 2022
$525.00BEST BUYWhen the powder is piling up and big lines are in play reach for the Majesty Vanguard. With an aggressive big-mountain design wide 118mm waist and directional twin shape the Vanguard is an adept big-mountain powder-surfing platform that aggressive freeskiers will appreciate. The new 4R sidecut was shaped to ease turn initiation while maintaining crucial stability while skiing fast. Speaking of stability Majesty added layers of triaxial fiberglass carbon and aramid fibers to keep the vanguard…
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Blizzard Spur Ski – 2023
$799.95BEST BUYWhen avalanche bombs are piercing the quiet morning air as you patiently wait in the lift line you know the conditions will be pretty good and you’ll want to make every lap count. Blizzard’s Spur uses a unique asymmetrical sidecut and tapered profile that allows the ski to plane edge-to-edge seamlessly in deep snow conditions in a way that symmetrical skis never experience. The ski’s angled tips dive into the snow in a lateral motion that makes it easier to keep your weight slightly forward …
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Blizzard Cochise 106 Ski – 2023
$799.95BEST BUYThe Cochise 106 Ski is descended from a long prestigious line of Cochise before it–going back a decade–and it’s still around because it’s one badass no-nonsense-taking hard-charging all-mountain beast. For 2020 Blizzard has dialed back the clock bringing the 106 in line with earlier iterations. The main throwbacks include a narrower 106mm waist (versus the more recent 108) a lighter weight and a shorter more-manageable turn radius–making the 106 slightly more accessible to the less hardco…
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Salomon MTN Summit 79 Ski – 2022
$359.98BEST BUYIf your idea of a day in the backcountry involves high speed skinning and then boot packing to the top of an exposed summit then the Salomon MTN Summit 79 Ski is a great backcountry partner. These sticks use a super lightweight construction made possible by a proprietary carbon and flax combination. This carbon fiber creates snappy response and reliable torsional rigidity while the flax dampens out the feel to reduce chatter on firmer surfaces. Because neither of these materials retain screw…
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La Sportiva Tempo Ski – 2022
$439.45BEST BUYSkin tracks and steep chutes demand slightly different skis for the highest performance but some skis like the La Sportiva Tempo Ski strike a delicate balance between the two. We particularly like the blend of a lightweight paulownia wood core and full sidewall construction. This keeps us fresh on the uphill while helping us hold an edge on the way downhill when the conditions are less than ideal.…
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Dynafit Free 97 Ski – 2023
$699.95BEST BUYThe Free 97 Ski enters Dynafit’s freetouring collection with perhaps the most versatile backcountry ski that Dynafit has to offer. It rides any snow condition with equal tenacity and it’s light enough for us to hike the highest mountains in the Wasatch. If big mountains are inaccessible the Free 97 still serves us well when we’re riding powder in trees down low. Beyond the treeline it rides all the steep chutes and icy peaks we have our eyes on come spring.…
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K2 Maruader Split Snowboard Package
$1,049.95BEST BUYThe K2 Marauder Split Snowboard Package provides us with a great starting point to get out in the backcountry with confidence and performance. The Directional Combination Camber profile offers float in soft snow and power for navigating tough terrain while a medium flex allows us to make surf-like turns though powder and offers stability in the steeps. The split package includes touring skins pucks risers and hardware. The only thing left is to acquire our backcountry safety equipment and th…
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Burton Blossom Snowboard – 2023
$609.95BEST BUYThe Burton Blossom Snowboard is a perennial choice for riding gardens and groves of groomers and grinders with nothing but flowery flow. In the true twin shape that park-goers love backed by a tried-and-true camber profile we can ride away with clear-cut power in either direction when spinning off tubes or slashing down the hill. The Blossom has a clear focus on park and freestyle riding but its personality offers a happy medium for exploring the entire resort.…
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Burton Good Company Snowboard – 2023
$439.95BEST BUYWhen shredding on the Burton Good Company Snowboard we’re always surrounded by friends whether it’s a sold-out pow day or a few early-access resort laps. We know we’re in the right crowd because this board can ride it all thanks to simple yet effective board design. A tried-and-true camber profile reliable twin shape and soft-to-medium flex create an incredibly versatile ride that doesn’t lose precision or play as we maneuver the mountain.…
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Burton Scribe Re:Flex Snowboard Binding – 2023 – Women’s
$229.95BEST BUYOn those days we spend exploring the entire mountain with the Scribe Re:Flex Binding the board becomes our pencil and the hill becomes the parchment. This versatile ATV binder utilizes a strong single-component highback and baseplate to translate turns faster. A medium flex and baseplate cushioning allow for more comfort and smoother transitions between our lines of powder prose as we hop from heel to toe on the snow.…
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Nitro Victoria Snowboard – 2023 – Women’s
$649.95BEST BUYThe Victoria Snowboard is built for advanced riders looking for the ultimate performance for boosting huge airs and pushing the limits. Its True Camber profile offers more power edge hold and control than other snowboard profiles. The medium-stiff flex adds response and stability at high speeds and the directional shape increases response and float on steeps and in powder something that traditional camber isn’t known for.This board’s true performance lies not in its shaping but its internal …
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Cardiff Snowcraft Crane Pro Carbon Split Snowboard – 2023
$1,199.95BEST BUYBecause we see the backcountry as our personal terrain park we love the freestyle capabilities of the Crane Pro Carbon Split Snowboard. This high-tech deck delivers everything we need for a full day of fun beyond the resort. Cardiff’s Pro Carbon construction knocks weight off our setup while increasing responsiveness for a poppy and playful trip up and down the mountain. Like all of Cardiff’s boards the Crane is shaped with a combination radial and progressive sidecut that adds speed to our …
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Cardiff Snowcraft Goat Pro Carbon Split Snowboard – 2023
$1,199.95BEST BUYThe airy all-terrain Goat Pro Carbon Split Snowboard is a dream come true for big mountain enthusiasts that seek the best lines no matter the snow conditions. This split mixes lightweight materials a poppy hybrid camber profile and a precise and maneuverable core to mimic the fast and nimble movements of a real mountain goat.In addition to feeling weightless underfoot on both the climb up and the ride down this board’s hybrid silhouette and sintered base boost speed while we shred. By combin…
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K2 Freeloader Split Snowboard Package
$1,349.95BEST BUYTo simplify getting into untouched terrain K2 put together the Freeloader Split Snowboard Package. The Freeloader board is light and energetic making it ideal for fast ascents and playful tours. The Directional Combination Camber blends the best backcountry-oriented features from camber and rocker boards: camber underfoot ensures quick precise movements to play in open bowls and maneuver tight chutes while a wide rocker nose and tapered tail boost float at the front of the board to cruise th…
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G3 Scapegoat Splitboard – 2023
$1,058.95BEST BUYReady to conquer the mountains up down and all around the Scapegoat splitboard doesn’t shy on showing its prowess when things get deep. This powder-specific board packs in ample rocker to keep you afloat and a tapered tail that rolls you to the top of deep snow.…
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Osprey Packs Sopris 30L Backpack – Women’s
$174.95BEST BUYYou might be surprised to know the minimalist-looking Osprey Sopris 30 Backpack is fully featured for backcountry touring up summits or through trees on a powder day. It’s the bigger of the two Sopris Backpacks and it can hold more food and layers for longer tours or you can cinch it down tight for hot laps before work. The front panel delivers quick access to necessary avalanche gear like a probe and shovel and the back access allows you to reach the main compartment with skis or a snowboar…
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Osprey Packs Sopris 20L Backpack – Women’s
$154.95BEST BUYThe Sopris 20 Backpack balances comfort and capacity to keep you prepared throughout a day in the backcountry. The relatively smaller carrying capacity allows you to ski or snowboard freely while the snow tool specific pocket and various carrying options ensure you can carry what you need when you need it.…
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Osprey Packs Kresta 30L Backpack – Women’s
$199.95BEST BUYDesigned for committing routes and objectives in technical terrain we pack our backcountry necessities in the Kresta 30L Backpack when conditions line up for those lengthy alpine missions. The 30L volume boasts space for ice axes extra layers and nutrition while intentional features like an integrated helmet net and snow-shedding materials simplify backcountry travel.…
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Osprey Packs Sopris 40L Backpack – Women’s
$209.95BEST BUYFor adventurous backcountry pursuits we load our gear into and on the Sopris 40L. The internal pockets and sleeves keep our smaller items water bottle and radio organized and secure while the versatile loops and lash points let us rig our skis to our preference. With a women-specific design we enjoy a comfortable carry on the skin track and dynamic performance as we carve hard-earned pow.…
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Black Diamond Impulse 98 Ski – 2023
$699.95BEST BUYWhen Black Diamond says the Impulse 98 Ski is all-mountain they really mean the whole mountain–both in-bounds and out. It’s a versatile all-mountain ski that rides the backcountry as well as the resort. The shape is equally versatile with a solid ability to perform in soft snow as well as firm. We like how stiff the ski feels and although it’s slightly heavier than Black Diamond’s more backcountry-oriented skis the Impulse is still light enough to tour around comfortably. There’s even a tai…
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Kastle ZX108 Ski – 2023
$748.95BEST BUYIt’s time to get sendy. The Kastle ZX108 Ski falls right in that sweet spot between stiff and playful between reliable on the groomers and intuitive on powder letting you explore off-piste trees and steep black diamonds on the same day. Its well-balanced profile is perfectly at home hucking cliffs when the snow is deep or carving hardpack when conditions change.…
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Kastle FX96 Ti Ski – 2023
$1,098.95BEST BUYWhen the frontside conditions are crispy and firm we click-in to the Kastle FX96 Ti Ski. This powerful set of frontside rippers use a titanal laminate to add power and control to a damp woodcore. This combination results in powerful edge hold on icy slopes without the annoying chatter in the tips and tails.…
