Wildhorn Brimhall Ski Boot Bag – Test and Review

The Wildhorn Brimhall Ski Boot Bag has a lot of attractive features such as a dedicated boot compartment, stowable backpack straps, and fleece lined goggle compartment. It is small enough that it could work as a carryon bag for flying without a helmet inside. It is well made with durable materials and zippers. What we … Read more

Dakine Fall Line Ski Roller Bag – Test and Review

The Dakine Fall Line Ski Roller Bag is large enough to carry 2 pairs of skis and poles or 1 pair of skis, poles and ski boots. It can fit almost all your other ski gear like helmets, gloves, and outerwear as well. It is a sturdy bag with rollers making it easy to travel … Read more

Smith Survey MIPS Ski Helmet with Visor – Test and Review

Helmet and visor combos are a new trend to hit the skiing world in the last few years. They offer a sleek integrated look. They are a better option than OTG goggles for many people that need to wear prescription glasses while skiing. The Smith Optics Survey MIPS is their helmet visor offering. It has … Read more

Swany X-Change Ski Gloves – Test and Review

The Swany X-Change Gloves are a great set of ski gloves that combine warmth, versatility and finger dexterity. They are warm enough for most ski days and have soft construction makes it easy to move your fingers without any need to break in the gloves. They have a waterproof membrane will stand up to a … Read more

Neberon Pro Heated Gloves – Test and Review

The Neberon Pro Heated Gloves and Mittens have stronger than average heat in the fingers thanks to heating elements that wrap around the fingers. They are a little shorter on battery life to go with that stronger heat. They make use of Thinsulate insulation along with a waterproof and breathable membrane to keep them warm … Read more

Outdoor Master Elk MIPS Ski Helmet – Test and Review

The Outdoor Master Elk MIPS snow helmet is an entry level ski and snowboard helmet aimed at resort skiers and boarders. It has a PC hardshell, with EPS liner and MIPS for safety. The Elk is a warmer helmet with enough venting to keep you from getting too sweaty without being cold. It is a … Read more

Smith Nexus Ski Helmet – Test and Review

The Smith Nexus is the flagship helmet from Smith Optics. It is packed full of features and safety technology. It has MIPS and lots of Koroyd honeycomb. It is a very comfortable helmet to wear. The Nexus is one of the best ski helmets available today. What we liked: What we didn’t like: Specifications Video … Read more

Black Diamond Solano Heated Gloves – Test and Review

Black Diamond makes great high end skiing and mountaineering gear. We previously tested a set of Black Diamond Guide Gloves and Mercury Mitts. They are what we use for cold day skiing when the Polar Vortex kicks in. We wanted to try out the Black Diamond Solano heated gloves to see how they would do. … Read more

Aleck Nunchucks Ski Helmet Speakers – Test and Review

The Aleck Nunchucks wireless ski helmet speakers have good sound quality and battery life. They also have a comm feature that runs through their phone app. They are thinner than most other wireless helmet speakers making them more comfortable to wear. They are the best ski helmet speakers around today. What we liked: What we … Read more

Black Diamond Mercury Mitts – Test and Review

The Black Diamond Mercury Mitts have thick wooly feeling Primaloft insulation along with a BD.fit waterproof insert to keep your hands warm and dry. They work well skiing down to very cold temperatures under 20F. They are among the warmest mittens I have skied with. They do not have some extra features such as touch … Read more