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Skis - Powder
Aug 28, 2024 · Review: Valhalla Ski 115 Bamboo Skis . Can bamboo skis from a boutique brand in Germany hold up to backcountry freeriding in the Tetons?
Review: Atomic Bent 100 Skis - Powder
Groomers & Resort Skiing. The best aspect of the old Bent 100 model was how well it performed in the resort. Adding more tail rise was a risk because typically that would make a ski perform worse on edge, but by stiffening the ski overall, Atomic has found a balance that retains the impressive turning performance of the old model something our testers loved:
Best Backcountry Touring Skis of 2025 - Powder
The Safe Bet: We still absolutely love it and will say it again.The Salomon QST 106 Echo is still the easiest touring ski to recommend on the market right now. It will work really well for most skiers in most conditions. For the Adventurous: Faction Skis just released their 2025 lineup, and we're so glad the Faction La Machine 3 is still part of it. . It's a freeride-ready ski that's so light ...
Ski Boots - Powder
Aug 12, 2024 · Best BOA Ski Boots of 2025. Here are our favorite ski boots from this year featuring BOA closures on the shell.
Best BOA Ski Boots of 2025 - Powder
Sep 30, 2024 · Stated Flex: 130 Stated Weight (size 26.5): 1785 g Best for: An aggressive skier looking for a one-boot quiver to balance time inbounds and out the gates. Read Powder's Full Review of the Salomon Shift Alpha BOA 130. With the Shift Alpha BOA 130, Salomon rethinks the walk-mode freeride BOA boot and turns it into something worth taking into the backcountry for aggressive riding.
Review: Atomic Bent 110 - Powder
Jun 12, 2023 · In a nutshell. While it can be a little challenging to define the Bent 110’s place within the greater Bent family, at its core it’s a pretty versatile, very playful ski that’s about as happy walking uphill as it is riding chairlifts, all it asks for is a steady diet of slashes and lips.
Essential Ski Gear and Tech Terms: A Comprehensive Glossary
Oct 8, 2024 · BOA - We're not sure why this is always capitalized, but a BOA closure is a newer type of dial-actuated cable closure used in many ski boots. It replaces traditional buckles, and allows for more precise closure of the boot and a more comfortable wrap around your forefoot. Here are some of the best boots this year that feature BOA tech.. BSL - Boot Sole Length.
Nation's Largest Ski Resort Going Semi-Private - Powder
Dec 12, 2023 · Powder Mountain, Utah—the largest ski resort in the United States by total acreage (including cat skiing terrain)—has announced plans to go semi-private.. The new operating method, which involves a mix of public and private lifts exclusive to on-mountain homeowners, goes into effect this time next year.
Buying Ski Boots Online: The Ultimate Walkthrough - Powder
Sep 16, 2024 · In This Article. What Will You Use the Boot For? Shell Fit and Sizing; Last and Width; Break Point; Liners, Footbeds, and Add-Ons; While nothing takes the place of a proper boot fit from a trained professional, below is a comprehensive list of tips to help you purchase a ski boot online, broken down into key topics: ideal use, shell fit and size, last and width, break point, and liners.