Is There Such a Thing as ‘Left’ and ‘Right’ Skis? If you’ve ever stood at the base of the mountain, skis in hand, wondering whether one goes on the left and the other on the right, you’re not alone. For most skiers and most skis, the answer is simple: it doesn’t matter. Traditional alpine skis are symmetrical, meaning they’re designed to perform the same no matter which foot they’re on. […] Brains Brent Thomas | July 5, 2025 0 Comments
How To Build Your Ultimate Ski Quiver When you first get hooked on skiing, you probably only own one pair of skis or even rent them. As you progress, you eventually buy something more advanced. You quickly notice how completely different one ski can feel from another. Related: You Have A Ski Quiver, Should You Have A Boot Quiver Too? This is why many advanced skiers build […] Brains Brent Thomas | May 1, 2025 7 Comments
The Man With Over 300 Pairs Of Skis Many people enjoy hobbies when they have the time, and many people like collecting things as well. Then there is that one group of people whose hobby is skiing, and they like collecting skis. We all know this group very well. It’s a group that is defined as being passionate, dedicated, and even obsessed. No matter how many days they […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 27, 2025 0 Comments
The World’s First 100% Aluminum Skis are Here and the Benefits are Substantial Ski design has undergone a remarkable evolution, from early hickory planks to the advanced composite technologies of today. The latest innovation, however, comes in the form of skis milled entirely from aerospace-grade aluminum. This shift, spearheaded by Metal1 Skis Corporation (M1 Skis), represents a radical departure from traditional ski construction and a leap forward in performance, durability, and sustainability. Related: […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 9, 2024 9 Comments
7 Pieces of Gear You Need to Upgrade This Season Welcome to an exploration of the gear upgrades that can make your skiing or snowboarding experience more comfortable and enhance your performance on the slopes. This guide will look at seven essential gear items, from boots to goggles, that can significantly impact your winter sports adventure. These upgrades are designed to help you enjoy your time on the mountain to […] Kenneth Condon | October 20, 2024 0 Comments
Top 9 Tips for Buying and Selling Gear at the Ski Swap Fall is here, and that means one thing, it’s ski swap season! Time to grab some new gear for cheap or turn last year’s setup into a stack of cash. Here are our expert tips on how to work the ski swap like a pro. BUYING 1. Get there early. All the best deals will be gone in the first hour or […] Mike Lavery | September 18, 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
Buying Women’s Skis Can Be Harder Than You Think 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 […] Gear Gabrielle Gasser | March 8, 2024 16 Comments
Wide Skis and Your Knees: Bigger Isn’t Always Better Even though most ski manufacturers haven’t released their winter 22/23 ski lineups, it’s never a bad time to learn more about ski design and performance. It seems like nearly every skier is opting to ride skis that are wide underfoot, and indeed, the market reflects this trend. From 2012 to 2017, there has been a 25% increase in wide ski […] Lynn Barlow | February 20, 2024 11 Comments
15 Reasons Why I Won’t Date A Guy Who Can’t Ski… I think my sister said it best, “I can’t date him because he can’t ski!” One run down the mountain sealed this guy’s fate, and just like that he was ghosted. I know this sounds harsh, but all the lady skiers out there know what I’m talking about… You meet a nice boy, he takes you out on a date, and […] Industry News Lindsay Hayden | February 14, 2024 32 Comments
Peak Skis Using Innovation to Bring Skiing Into the Future Last season I began noticing folks ripping around on a brand of skis I’d never heard of before–Peak Skis. I asked around and learned that the skis are designed by legend Bode Miller (the best United States male alpine skier), and that the skis had a “KeyHole” design that folks seemed to love. So when I was asked if I […] Featured Article Lynn Barlow | January 29, 2024 1 Comment
Porsche x Head Collaboration Just in Time for the Holidays If buying a new Porsche fresh off the lot is not in this year’s holiday budget, you can at least treat yourself to new Porsche x Head skis and gear. The full lineup of products designed collaboratively by Porsche and Head showcases exactly what happens when two speed-oriented powerhouses join forces. From jackets to skis you can look and feel […] Industry News John Cunningham | December 7, 2023 0 Comments
J Skis Releases Shane McConkey Inspired Saucer Boy Ski Blades Just in time for the ski season to really get going, J Skis out of Burlington, Vermont, just released a radical new pair of ski blades honoring Shane McConkey. The SB Saucerboy Promodel X-Treme II McConkey x J Skis collaboration was made in a limited edition run, and there are only a few pairs left out of the 300 produced […] Industry News John Cunningham | November 27, 2023 0 Comments
The Dangers of Early Season Backcountry Skiing Early season backcountry skiing is fun. Skiing in fall among the turning Aspen trees with untracked blower powder is a treat, but being aware of its dangers is vital to keep in mind. Related: Why Early Season Snow is Dangerous in Colorado | News Release: CAIC Trees Tree skiing is some of the best backcountry skiing, but early season snow coverage […] Avalanche Clay Malott | October 20, 2023 4 Comments
Why a Narrower Backcountry Ski May Be Best for You In today’s day and age, it seems like wide skis continue to get more and more popular. While the mid-fat ski has brought a powder revolution with increased flotation, there are also severe downsides to a wide ski, especially in the backcountry. Related: Wide Skis and Your Knees: Bigger Isn’t Always Better First of all, we must define a “fat ski.” […] Backcountry Clay Malott | October 11, 2023 3 Comments
Lake Tahoe, CA Report: Surreal Pink Sunset Skiing Above Lake Tahoe Report from December 13, 2022 I awoke in Park City, UT, at 4 am. On the road by 4:30 am. It was dumping snow in the Wasatch as I crested and fell down Parleys Summit. I felt a little crazy for leaving powder, but I knew what awaited me on the side of the desert… “The Three Musketeers” on audiobook. […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | December 14, 2022 2 Comments
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How to Get 30% Off Ski and Snowboard Rentals at 50 Different Destinations in North America and Europe With ski season starting, any last-minute equipment may be hard to find and expensive to obtain. Luckily, ski and snowboard rentals are 30% off at 50 different destinations in North America and Europe. TravelZoo is partnering with Ski Butlers to offer this great deal and even pick up athletes’ rentals when they are done. In order to receive this offer, […] Industry News Breya Bergom | December 7, 2021 0 Comments
Faction Unveils Eco-Conscious Limited Edition Touring Ski in Collaboration With Protect Our Winters (POW) Faction announced last week that their new limited-edition free-touring ski is now available in stores. The ski, a collaboration with Protect Our Winters (POW) is fully aligned with the non-profit’s climate recommendations and Faction’s need for top quality and performance. Related: VIDEO: “Roots” | Official Teaser for the Faction Collective’s Latest Ski Film If you look closely at the composition […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 19, 2021 0 Comments
Shark Tank’s Most Popular Ski Products Shark Tank is one of the most popular shows in America and allows contestants to explain their businesses and potentially leave with an investment. The show has been running for nearly 15 years, and over $100 Million in investments have been paid out by the investing sharks, a few of which are skiers themselves. Whether the product is an application, […] Gear Jesse | September 23, 2021 2 Comments
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