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SnowBrains Review: Aleck 006 Wireless Helmet Audio

This past season, I had the opportunity to test the Aleck 006, Aleck’s new flagship product. In this review, I’ll be evaluating the Aleck 006 system in comfort, sound quality, functionality, and ease of use.   Comfort The Aleck 006 is compatible with nearly every modern helmet. These days, most helmets feature pockets in the ear flaps for headphones, so compatibility […]

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Clay Malott | August 29, 2022
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Gear Review: 2022-2023 TGR Higher Cylindrical Goggles

This spring, I had the opportunity to test Teton Gravity Research’s brand new Higher Cylindrical Goggles. Over the course of roughly 20 days, I was able to thoroughly experience these goggles’ performance in absolutely every condition imaginable, from bluebird sunny days to stormy whiteouts. In this review, I’ll be evaluating the goggles in both fit and performance. Fit Straight out of […]

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Clay Malott | August 28, 2022
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Gear Review: 2022-2023 Scarpa 4-Quattro XT Boot

This review was written by Jeff Jacka; Snoqualmie Pass, Washington. This spring, I had the opportunity to test out Scarpa’s new 4-Quattro boot series (pizza, anyone?), specifically the XT, the beefiest boot in the new lineup. As SnowBrains has done in the past, this review is broken up into several sections: initial impressions, fit, uphill performance, downhill performance, miscellaneous pros/cons, […]

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Clay Malott | August 22, 2022
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Insta360 Link: The Powerful 4K Webcam Using AI to Redefine Remote Work

Today marks the beginning of a new chapter for Insta360 as they announced the launch of Insta360 Link, an AI-powered 4K webcam.  Insta360 Link offers the powerful combination of premium image quality with a seamless user experience for business professionals, educators and live streamers. Equipped with 4K resolution and an industry-leading 1/2’’ sensor, Link delivers life-like image quality, detail, and […]

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SnowBrains | August 9, 2022
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Buying Women’s Skis Can Be Harder Than You Think

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After skiing the same Völkl Kikus for eight years, it was time for a change.  Don’t get me wrong, I loved those skis, and they served me well. They are still my teaching skis for days when I know I’m just lapping the magic carpet.  But those skis have taken a massive beating, and it was time to upgrade. It […]

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Gabrielle Gasser | July 18, 2022
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Gear Review: The SCOTT Pro Shield Sunglasses—My Daily Driver for Mountain Biking Eyewear

Winter has come and gone but bike season has happily arrived to save my sanity from boredom and help me get my daily mountain ‘fix’. I’ve never been much of a cyclist, but with Salt Lake City’s legendary Corner Canyon trail system a short 25-minute ride from my house, it’s a no-brainer that I get into the sport this summer. […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | July 14, 2022
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ONE RS 1-Inch 360 Edition: 6K 360 Camera Packs 1-Inch Sensors for Unparalleled Imaging

Los Angeles, June 28, 2022 – Insta360 today launched ONE RS 1-Inch 360 Edition, a camera that raises the bar for 360-degree capture, with dual 1-inch sensors and 6K video resolution.  “Co-engineered with Leica”, the 1-Inch 360 Edition allows creators to shoot in industry-leading image quality with a tool that’s small enough to carry anywhere they go. Its dual-lens 360 […]

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SnowBrains | June 28, 2022
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Gear Review: Lolo Vertical Bike Rack

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When our family was expecting our third child, I had to finally admit that my little Subaru Impreza wasn’t going to be big enough for our family adventures. I sold my beloved Subaru to a friend and bought a full-size SUV. This was in December at the beginning of ski season, so I wasn’t too worried about my bike transport […]

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Brent Thomas | June 22, 2022
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