In the most competitive category in our annual ski test, Atomic’s X9 Redster was still a standout. Welcomed with reviews touting the ski’s “Boundless energy,” “Phenomenal edge-hold,” and “No speed limit,” the Redster’s secret weapon is its pre-tensioned rod (Servotec), which is clearly visible from the shovel of the ski to the front of the Read more ›
A subtle amount of rocker in the tip, and Dynastar’s Active Wood Core for a smooth, even flex with extra dampening, combine to make the Speed Zone 12 Ti a very easy to initiate ski that is smooth and accurate in short swing turns. As several testers commented, the 12 Ti feels like a slalom Read more ›
The Kastle MX84 was one of the most versatile skis we tested in the Carving Category, with high scores for Edge-hold, Stability and Carving Pleasure, as well as for Turn Shape Variability. It is also versatile enough to take off-piste if and when you need a little break from laying trenches on the groomed. Built Read more ›
The Sea to Summit Ultralight Mat is an ultra durable, lightweight, air construction sleeping mat for summer backpacking. It packs small, is one of the lightest options in our test, and is the easiest to inflate and deflate thanks to a mult-function nozzle and a specialized stuff sack. It comes in four sizes: Extra Small Read more ›
The lenses in this goggle are exceptionally clear and provide superior definition in a variety of conditions. The dome shape isn’t too large and the peripheral vision is great but the frame is a bit soft which led to the lens popping out at inopportune times.
The lenses in this goggle are exceptionally clear and provide superior definition in a variety of conditions. The dome shape isn’t too large and the peripheral vision is great but the frame is a bit soft which led to the lens popping out at inopportune times.
The lenses in this goggle are exceptionally clear and provide superior definition in a variety of conditions. The dome shape isn’t too large and the peripheral vision is great but the frame is a bit soft which led to the lens popping out at inopportune times.
The lenses in this goggle are exceptionally clear and provide superior definition in a variety of conditions. The dome shape isn’t too large and the peripheral vision is great but the frame is a bit soft which led to the lens popping out at inopportune times.
The lenses in this goggle are exceptionally clear and provide superior definition in a variety of conditions. The dome shape isn’t too large and the peripheral vision is great but the frame is a bit soft which led to the lens popping out at inopportune times.
The Nemo Tensor Ultralight Sleeping Pad is Nemo’s ultralight pad option. It boasts three inches of thick cushion while maintaining a low weight. The Tensor comes in a range of sizes and options which vary in price: either mummy or rectangular shape; mummy comes in Short or Regular lengths; rectangular comes in Regular, Regular Wide, Read more ›
The Inertia Ozone is Klymit’s minimalist sleeping pad offering. Its unique design aims to eliminate extraneous material and lower the weight of the product by cutting strategically placed holes throughout the body of the pad. This is an interesting concept, since many other manufacturers cut weight by making the pad shorter, either for a smaller Read more ›
The Big Agnes Third Degree Foam Pad is a closed-cell foam sleeping mat that doesn’t require inflation. The benefits of a foam pad over an inflatable mat are that foam is more durable, versatile, and easy to use, but the drawbacks are that it is bulkier and less comfortable. The Third Degree comes in several Read more ›