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Uvex Sportstyle 231 2.0 V; One Eyeshade to rule them all.
I have been using eye shades for years going back to the original Oakley Factory Pilots from over 30 years ago. Generally I like to have at least a pair or two in my glasses quiver for active sports...
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Adidas Tour360 BOA 24
Backstory: While SkiTalk is obviously ski-centric in our focus and readership, we also have to keep folks' attention in the off seasons and keep the eyeballs and viewership up. This said, partnering...
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FOX Union BOA Flat Mountain Bike Shoes
You may have seen Phil's review of the Adidas Tour360 BOA Golf shoe. I am positive you've seen the SkiTalk article about ski boots using BOA technology. You may even be familiar with road bike shoes...
View ArticleAll Mountain-All Freeride: Volkl introduces the new M7 Mantra and Secret 96
ALL MOUNTAIN – ALL FREERIDE: M7 MANTRA AND SECRET 96 VÖLKL REDEFINES VERSATILITY IN ALL MOUNTAIN FREERIDE The legendary Völkl Mantra and Secret, the cornerstones of the All Mountain Freeride series,...
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Bobbie Burns, Originator of The Ski, Celebration of Life 7/27/24
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Skiing in Japan; Satisfying a Skier's Soul
There is a capitalistic, modern-day obsession with size. Big resorts with towering peaks steal the spotlight. Old-fashioned lifts are retired, and modern-day infrastructure is praised. Everyone wants...
View ArticleThe Highs and Lows in Ski Gear for the First 25 years of This Century
We are a quarter of the way into the 21st century so it is time for a little bit of reflection. Let’s revisit the highs and lows in gear from this past 25 years. In looking back I consulted with a...
View ArticleSkiing Legend Ted Ligety joins DPS Skis.
This is a live release that will be updated as more information comes to light. Yes, four time time Olympian and 25 time World Cup Winner Ted Ligety is now with Salt Lake City’s boutique ski builder...
View ArticleCarv 2: For every boot, in every terrain.
NEW YORK, NY (October 14, 2024) — CARV, the leader in digital ski coaching technology, proudly unveils the next evolution of its cutting-edge hardware with the introduction of Carv 2. This...
View ArticleExposing "Top __ Lists" and "Best ____ of the Year" Awards.
Top 5 reasons “Top 5 / Best of… / Product of the year” do a disservice to the skiing industry and to any consumer/skier who is trying to make an educated gear decision. I call to every skier out there...
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2025 Peak 88 by Bode
Peak skis is in its third season and the second generation of models are now coming into the collection. We recently spent some time at Peak’s Headquarters in Bozeman, Montana with Product Designer...
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2024 SkiTalk.com Massive Give-A-Way
It’s that exciting time of year—contest season! A huge thank you to our incredible partners who have generously provided top-notch gear for us to share with our readers and followers. Leading the...
View ArticleThe Skewed View of a Seasoned Skier - Lest we forget ... we were all...
As a gentle reminder: when taking a friend out for the first time, try to remember how steep that beginner slope once felt to you. Even better, may I suggest you take a lesson in something new and...
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An Open Letter to Manufacturer Product Managers: Have Your Skis Properly...
NEWSFLASH: The tune quality of skis at industry demos is crucial to your brand image and sales potential. This is an open message to ski brands. While we won’t call out specific names, it’s evident...
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Hotronic Heating Solutions and the Demise of the Heated Ski Boot.
The history of integrated heated ski boots really does serve as a case study in failed product durability and functionality in real-world conditions. For about 40 years, manufacturers have tried to...
View ArticleEmbargoes, the Worst Kept Secret in the Ski Industry
“Psst, can you keep a secret? Yeah? So can I.” This line might have been a light-hearted joke once, but in the context of the ski industry, the stakes around keeping secrets are no laughing matter....
View Article2024 Stifel Killington Cup
Now that the Thanksgiving food hangover is wearing off it's time to pivot to the "will she or won't she?" event of the weekend: the 2024 Stifel Killington Cup races. With @AaronFM taking all the action...
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Carv 2. Witchcraft I Tell You, Witchcraft.
The Witchcraft Behind Carv 2 The advancements in the new Carv 2 are nothing short of mind-boggling. While the original version was impressive with its pad-based system sandwiched between the footbed...
View ArticleKulkea ELÄÄ Top Loading Day Pack
The resistance to planned obsolescence that the team at Kulkea has commited to is impressive. Take my last Thermal Trekker boot bag… I had over 400 days of shear abuse before replacing it and returning...
View ArticleDo you really "need" a race boot?
Those of us who started skiing in the latter part of the last century remember the unwritten rule: if you were serious about skiing, you were on race skis. In the East, it was a slalom ski; out West, a...
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