Smart Ass Fuel Mule Reinvents Refueling for Snowsports and Boating Enthusiasts In mountain towns around the Lake Tahoe region, where snowpack and shorelines define recreation through the seasons, efficient fueling can determine whether a day is spent on the lake or the slopes. The Smart Ass Fuel Mule is revolutionizing how active families and professionals fuel boats, snowmobiles, and even small aircraft, providing a practical solution to the logistical challenges of […] Gear SnowBrains | July 17, 2025 0 Comments
7 Essentials to Bring For a Great Ski Day It’s the night before a ski day, and your gear is scattered throughout your house. Why? Because at the end of your last day out, you laid everything out on your floor to “dry out” without actually putting it away. Now, what are the essentials you need to track down and prepare tonight to have a successful day on the […] Gear Zach Suffish | June 24, 2025 0 Comments
SnowBrains Father’s Day Gift Guide: 11 Incredible Ideas for the Skiing Dad That Has Everything *SnowBrains carries some affiliate marketing links, which means we earn commission on sales of some products when users click through a link from the site. Affiliate partnerships do NOT influence our editorial content. Father’s Day is next Sunday, June 15. If you need help with what to buy the skiing Dad in your life, below is a list of gift […] Gear SnowBrains | June 8, 2025 0 Comments
The 11 Best American-Made Ski Companies New tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have sent shockwaves through the ski industry, driving up the cost of imported gear and disrupting long-established supply chains. As European and Asian-made skis become more expensive, buying from American ski companies is no longer just about patriotism—it’s a smart response to a shifting trade landscape. For skiers and retailers alike, supporting U.S. […] Gear SnowBrains | June 5, 2025 21 Comments
The 9 Best ‘Small’ Snowsports Brands Everyone knows big snowsport brands like K2, Burton, or Salomon. So let us introduce you to some small but incredible snowsports brands, the garage band of the bunch. We looked at the best small brands and compiled a ‘top nine’ list. To qualify for our “small” category, revenues had to be <$5 million, and the product launched less than 30 […] Gear Julia Schneemann | April 19, 2025 6 Comments
Gear Review: Aleck x Smith—Where Outstanding Sound Meets Premier Safety For myself and so many others, safety is always the number one priority while skiing and snowboarding. With that being said, an almost equally important factor to a good day on the mountain is having fun and enjoying yourself. The feeling of freedom and finding your flow as you cruise or dance down the snowy mountain is indescribable. Now, thanks […] Gear John Cunningham | March 17, 2025 0 Comments
Gear Review: Testing Out LEKI’s New Griffin Pro 3D Gloves and Detect S Ski Poles Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the pleasure of testing LEKI’s new Griffin Pro 3D gloves and the Detect S ski poles. While gloves and poles are usually an afterthought, my experience skiing with these products has altered my thinking. From the effectiveness and ease of use of the Trigger System to the overall feel and functionality of the new […] Gear John Cunningham | February 10, 2025 0 Comments
Adventure, Innovation, and Grit: The Rise of Nivis Gear The grit of skiing in tough conditions shaped me. Growing up in New England, I learned to navigate poor conditions, icy terrain, bitter cold, and fierce winds. It’s a wet cold entirely different from the dry chill out west. You know what I mean if you’ve skied the frozen hills of West Virginia or braved the winds at Stowe. Skiing […] Gear Alex K | February 4, 2025 0 Comments
Blizzard Introduces New Frontside Collection: STORMBIRD Balancing performance and accessibility, Stormbird empowers frontside skiers to unlock their full potential. WEST LEBANON, NH (JAN 27, 2024): Blizzard is proud to introduce Stormbird, an all-new collection of system skis designed to balance performance and approachability for beginner to advanced frontside/all-mountain skiers. Ranging in waist widths from 82 ($899) to 72 ($499), the collection is intentionally designed to bridge […] Gear Press Release | January 30, 2025 0 Comments
Earning My Turns in the Intuition Tour Tongue Dual Density Liners Intuition Liners, a maker of custom ski boot liners, recently overhauled its product line. So far this season, I’ve been testing the new Tour Tongue Dual Density liner in the Montana backcountry. Related: Intuition Liners: Elevate Your Skiing Experience Intuition makes two touring-specific liners: the Tour Wrap and the Tour Tongue. Both options use dual-density, heat-moldable closed-cell foam and have […] Gear Mike Lavery | January 27, 2025 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Packasport Journeyer Rooftop Box: Simply the Best When it comes to hauling gear for outdoor adventures, a reliable rooftop cargo box can make all the difference. There are numerous advantages to owning one, the most obvious being the convenience of extra storage. However, they often come with trade-offs, such as clunky designs, limited accessibility, or reduced aerodynamics. Enter Packasport rooftop boxes, which aim to stand out in […] Gear Brent Thomas | January 10, 2025 0 Comments
Black Diamond Recalls PIEPS Pro IPS Avalanche Transceivers Due to Issues with the Battery Compartment Black Diamond has recently issued a recall for all PIEPS Pro IPS Avalanche Transceivers because of an issue with the battery compartment, which could lead to loss of functionality during emergencies. This issue stems from the battery compartment, which does not hold the AAA batteries securely, potentially causing them to lose contact with the battery terminals. About 770 of these […] Gear Elise Chou | January 5, 2025 0 Comments
DPS Skis Unveils Revolutionary High-Performance Carbon Carving Ski for $2,400 DPS Skis, the U.S.-based ski manufacturer known for pioneering aerospace-grade carbon technology, announces Pisteworks®, a dramatic redefinition of the alpine carving ski. Pisteworks® represents the first full carbon fiber on-piste ski from the carbon ski experts DPS. Carbon’s characteristics—lively recovery, efficient energy transfer, and tremendous durability—are ideal for a high-performance carving ski. Pisteworks® utilizes premium proprietary carbon fibers. Combined with […] Gear Press Release | December 14, 2024 0 Comments
Italian Binding Manufacturer ATK is Changing the Game with the Launch of its New Solid Aluminum ‘HY’ Hybrid Freeride Binding [Dec. 13, 2024 – Fiorano Modenese, Italy] – ATK, renowned for its cutting-edge ski binding technology, has unveiled the Hy, a revolutionary hybrid ski binding that redefines the balance between alpine-level downhill performance and lightweight touring capabilities. Designed for skiers who seamlessly transition between freeride and ski touring, the Hy offers unprecedented responsiveness, precision, and versatility, making it an ideal companion […] Gear Martin Kuprianowicz | December 13, 2024 0 Comments
LEKI’s Spitfire Poles and Patrol Gloves: A Winning Combination for Winter With the flakes beginning to fly and snowmaking going full blast, it’s time to think about gear—specifically, what poles and gloves will keep you planted, warm, and primed to rock the mountain this ski season. Enter LEKI’s Spitfire poles and Patrol gloves, two products that stand out in performance, durability, and comfort, making them an ideal pairing for this winter […] Gear Lucas Gauthier | October 16, 2024 0 Comments
What Skiers and Snowboarders Need to Know About the 2 Latest GoPro Cameras GoPro’s newly announced HERO13 Black and HERO cameras offer significant upgrades that are especially appealing to skiers. The HERO13 Black, priced at $399, introduces advanced features such as four interchangeable lens mods, including the Ultra Wide Lens Mod, which provides an expansive 177° field of view ideal for capturing action-packed ski runs with enhanced HyperSmooth stabilization and unbreakable 360° Horizon […] Gear Brent Thomas | September 9, 2024 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Icelantic’s 2024 Nomad Collection Redefines Fun and Freeride Performance Icelantic Skis has unveiled a major redesign of its flagship Nomad and Maiden Freeride collections for the 2024-25 season, marking the most extensive update to these popular lines in eight years. I had the privilege to test out the revamped Nomad collection last season, which now features four new models: the Nomad 94, 100, 106, and 112. The redesign focused […] Gear Martin Kuprianowicz | August 28, 2024 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] The Peak 98 All-Mountain Ski from Peak Skis There are a lot of different skis to choose from in the industry and finding the ski that is best suited for you can be a challenge. Before the beginning of the season, I was looking to find one ski that I could use for the whole year. The goal was to find one pair of skis that I would be able to use on all different terrain […] Gear Gregg Frantz | April 30, 2024 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Moment Wildcat 108: The One Quiver Solution Gear Review by Connor Frazier; Salt Lake City, Utah Reviewer Stats: Days skied on the 2024 Moment Wildcat 108 Skis: 20 Height: 5’9” Weight: 240lbs Skiing Level: Advanced Boots Used: Salomon Shift Pro 230 Bindings Used: Look Pivot 12 GW Ski Bindings Testing Location: Wasatch Mountains, Utah Technical specifications: Dimensions: 134-108-127mm Radius: 21.5m @ 179cm Weight: 8.6lbs/3.9kg @ 179cm Lengths available: 164, 174, […] Gear Connor Frazier | April 5, 2024 0 Comments
Gear Review: LEKI’s Unique Twist on Poles and Mitts I was instantly impressed opening the box and more so after skiing the equipment. I have never skied with any LEKI equipment until trying these poles and mitts. After trying the Copper S Lobster Mitts, Guide Lite 2 Poles, Detect 3D Mitt, and Spitfire 3D Poles, I am convinced LEKI makes the best pole-mitt combo on the market. Mitts and […] Gear Dominic Gawel | March 22, 2024 0 Comments
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