Gear Review: RAB Khroma Kinetic Kit This past season, I had the opportunity to test RAB’s Khroma Kinetic touring kit. From November to June, I tested this kit in every condition imaginable; from nuking January storm days to cloudless May bluebird days. I’ve broken the review up into 5 sections: fit, uphill performance, protection from the elements, miscellaneous pros/cons, and “the bottom line.” This is my initial, […] Gear Clay Malott | September 5, 2022 1 Comment
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 […] Gear Clay Malott | August 29, 2022 2 Comments
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 […] Gear Clay Malott | August 28, 2022 0 Comments
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, […] Gear Clay Malott | August 22, 2022 0 Comments
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 […] Gear SnowBrains | August 9, 2022 0 Comments
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. […] Gear Martin Kuprianowicz | July 14, 2022 0 Comments
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 […] Gear SnowBrains | June 28, 2022 0 Comments
Gear Review: Lolo Vertical Bike Rack 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 […] Gear Brent Thomas | June 22, 2022 1 Comment
Gear Review: Pomoca Climb 2.0 Skins This spring, I had the opportunity to test the Pomoca Climb 2.0 skins. I’ve been a huge fan of Pomoca skins since switching from another brand in 2019, so I was super excited to get on a new pair this spring! I was able to test the Climb 2.0s over 11 days this spring, where I was able to test them […] Gear Clay Malott | June 20, 2022 2 Comments
Gear Review: Outdoor Research RadiantX Gloves This past season, I had the opportunity to test the Outdoor Research RadiantX gloves. In my opinion, gloves are often an afterthought to more prominent layers like jackets and pants. However, gloves are one of the only layers that can truly either make or break a day, so having a good pair is incredibly important for having fun in the […] Gear Clay Malott | June 19, 2022 0 Comments
Gear Review: Outdoor Research Skytour AscentShell Kit This past season, I had the opportunity to test Outdoor Research’s new Skytour AscentShell kit. I’ve broken the review up into 5 sections: fit, uphill performance, protection from the elements, miscellaneous pros/cons, and “the bottom line.” This is my initial, unbiased review of the kit – both the shell and the bibs. Reviewer Stats: Name: Clay Malott Days with the Skytour […] Gear Clay Malott | June 18, 2022 0 Comments
Gear Review: Noc Provisions Standard Issue Waterproof Binoculars—The Ultimate in Backcountry Line-Scoping Waterproof, fog proof, light, compact, durable—the Noc Provisions Standard Issue Binoculars 10×25 were born for adventure. Noc Provisions sources Swiss optical engineering technology for the Standard Issue Binoculars aka ‘Nocs,’ such as its authentic Bak4 Prisms and Fully Multi-Coated lenses, which provide a bright, wide field of view wherever you go. I was looking for a pair of binoculars I […] Gear Martin Kuprianowicz | June 8, 2022 0 Comments
Gear Review: 2021-2022 WNDR Alpine Vital 100 Last season, I had the pleasure of testing the 2020-2021 WNDR Alpine Vital 100 Camber ski. That was among my favorite skis that I tested last season; so much so that I came back for more this season. I had the opportunity to test the updated version of the ski in a reverse camber configuration, which presents various pros and cons […] Gear Clay Malott | May 22, 2022 0 Comments
D.I.Y. Boot Fitting Part 2: Dialing In The Perfect Fit In part 1 of this series, we discussed how to choose a pair of ski boots. Now that you’ve skied in them for a few days, you may be noticing they don’t feel as good as they did on day 1. Maybe your toes are crushed, your heel is coming up, or they are just starting to feel a little […] Gear Mike Lavery | May 4, 2022 8 Comments
D.I.Y. Boot Fitting Part 1: Choosing The Right Ski Boots The fit of your ski boots is hands down the most important equipment decision that you’ll spend time and money on. When your boots are dialed, it can be an incredible feeling that will take your skiing to the next level. I am not a professional boot fitter, but I am an engineer and a guy who disappears into the […] Gear Mike Lavery | May 4, 2022 6 Comments
Chris Davenport and Bode Miller’s Daily Driver: SCARPA’s New 4-Quattro Series Boots Brought to you by SCARPA Chris Davenport and Bode Miller are two renowned and legendary names in professional skiing – there is a reason they choose SCARPA. Both of these legends have pushed different disciplines of the sport to progress skiing to where it is today. These GOATs are obsessed with the new SL and XT lines of boots in the […] Gear Dominic Gawel | April 21, 2022 0 Comments
The Pure Ski – Modern Freeride Weapon Designed for the freerider that wants to charge from the alpine to the valley floor. Related: [GIVEAWAY] The SCOTT Pure 109 Ski These big mountain guns inspired by the Swiss charger, Jeremie Heitz, were built with three points in mind: Pure Innovation: A pure freeride sidecut inspired by Jeremie Heitz and a ski that provides stability and maneuverability in any […] Gear Joseph Puetz | April 7, 2022 0 Comments
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Gear Review: 2021-2022 Black Crows Serpo 93 This past fall, Black Crows added three new skis, one of which was the Serpo 93. Designed to have one foot in the on-piste and one foot in the off-piste world, the Serpo aims to satisfy any skier. Here’s what Black Crows has to say about the ski: “With 93mm at the waist, it’s a good carver, it’s there to really […] Gear Clay Malott | April 2, 2022 0 Comments
Gear Review: Dynafit Blacklight Alpine Touring Bindings—Light, Efficient, and Dependable Light, efficient, and durable, Dynafit’s Blacklight alpine ski touring binding is dependable when it comes to bagging peaks and charging hard. The bindings are a new model from industry leader Dynafit that offers greater retention in a minimalist U-spring design. It’s a serious choice for backcountry enthusiasts who want to travel fast and light with the luxury of an adjustable […] Gear Martin Kuprianowicz | March 25, 2022 7 Comments
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