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The best powder ski of the year will make an all-time day even more all-time
Introducing the top-rated women’s all-mountain ski of the year
A beefy ski with stability and power for strong intermediates and up
Whether you’re looking for a dedicated lightweight alpine touring boot or a hybrid boot to take on the resort and the backcountry, you’ll find something that fits the bill right here
It’s hard to find a wide all-mountain ski that’s this stable at speed
If you’re looking for an all-mountain ski to do it all, and do it all really well, this is your ticket to ride
A powder ski with a versatile waist width to tackle the snow you get instead of the snow you want
A quick whip for all-mountain adventures in tight terrain
These wide, rockered planks designed for the deepest days of the year will do more than float—they fly
A backcountry stick for those who gravitate towards directional skis
This year’s chart-topping wide all-mountain ski for ladies lives for soft snow and crud
This new powder ski from Faction is for hard-chargers who don’t shy away from the steep and deep
The e-Titan is a groomer ski with a one-track mind: to slice and dice hardpack
This year’s No. 1 frontside ski has no true weakness
From early season laps to encouraging ladies to get comfortable on edge, these frontside tools with slimmer waists take skiing back to the fundamentals
This year’s No. 2 ski is a wider waisted frontside ski that can crush groomers as well as the crud
This tough bird won’t let you down when the pow turns to crud
When it’s soft and light in the backcountry, reach for these playful planks
These playful sticks are down to show you a good time all over the mountain
The best women’s powder ski of the year is one heck of a fun ride
If you’re an expert ripper looking for a ski that can keep up with you in the deep stuff, this is your ski
This perennial favorite didn’t win any awards this year, but testers still love it for its backbone and dependability
Want an all-mountain ski that can rail off-piste like it rails on groomers? Here you go.
This year’s most playful wide all-mountain ski also eats crud for breakfast
If you’re looking for an all-mountain ski that can also carve up a storm, look no further
Only advanced and expert skiers need apply to this pow ski with Titanal
Ten testers covered 965 miles to narrow down the best gear for skate and classic skiing
It’s got race heritage, but it’s much more accessible than you’d think
A ski made for the technical backcountry lines of the Rockies
This accessible all-mountain tool for ladies earned high marks in versatility and quickness
The runner-up in the women’s all-mountain category is a universal crowd pleaser
A true frontside ski made for all levels of skiers to improve their carving prowess
An approachable frontside ski perfect for groomer rippers who aren't afraid to play off-piste on the same ski
A no-nonsense ski for ladies who don’t shy away from big mountain lines
It’s not the lightest backcountry option out there, but if you’re plowing through backcountry crud, this is the ski you want underfoot
If you’re looking for a confidence-inspiring teaching tool to help you level up, give this ski a try
According to seasoned ski gear testers, these are the most functional and comfortable brain buckets of the year
These all-mountain skis have a little more underfoot, more rocker, and more fun in powder
It’s built for deep snow, but you’d be surprised by its versatility
If you like playful powder planks (who doesn’t), check out this energetic ski
Super-stable planks for strong skiers who know how to steer a ski
A ski that likes to stay on-piste for skiers who like to do the same
This ski offers an impressive balance between flotation and power
This new addition to the all-mountain category impressed with its balance of skills
The runner-up in the women’s powder category is a force to be reckoned with
These narrower sticks may have a penchant for carving, but they also like to play in the bumps
We had ten testers with 96 Birkie finishes help us identify the top-performing skate and classic skis for all disciplines and ability levels
Featuring tech inserts, rubber soles, and hike-modes with plenty of range of motion, these boots make short work of long, uphill slogs
Allow us to introduce you to this scrappy brand and its supremely fun all-mountain ski
This fast and light backcountry ski doesn’t skimp on downhill performance
Truly a ski for everyone, in all conditions, wherever you ski
Glen Plake’s first ever signature model is a backcountry tool that skis like Glen Pake
It’s not a backcountry powder plank, but it sure is quick in steep, technical terrain
These skis are party in the front, business underfoot, and designed to charge the whole mountain
This quick and reliable backcountry ski for ladies gets the job done on all but the deepest of days
When the fluff turns to crud, this is the ski you want underfoot
A lightweight free-touring ski with a moderate waist, the Escaper W 97 Nano is a versatile backcountry ski for ladies who charge no matter the conditions
We challenge you to find a more playful and responsive backcountry ski than this
This year’s category winner makes everyone who skis it feel like a star
This ski was voted the most playful ski among this year’s crop of women’s all-mountain skis
Power and precision are the name of the game with this tried and true favorite
Carv’s digital coaching software uses insoles with pressure sensors to give you real-time feedback. But can it really help first-timers improve?
Despite decades of advanced-level experience, I was surprised at how much I learned from Carv’s digital ski coach
No, you can’t toss the Essential in your curbside bin. But 75 percent of it can be broken down at the brand’s factory.
Montana-based Peak Ski Company introduces a new line of direct-to-consumer products featuring newly developed technology
Backpacking when the weather forecast is anything but optimal can be intimidating, but with some modifications to your kit, you can turn it into an enjoyable four-season activity
Because they’ve saved me more than a few times—and they can do the same for you
Enjoy riding frozen waves more than ever with these items
The narrowest ski in the new Fischer Ranger series represents an entirely new direction for the brand
Hint: It depends on where you ski, what you ski, and how you ski. Outside associate gear editor Kelly Klein breaks it down.
Getting through airports is a far easier proposition with the Thule RoundTrip
The professional skier says long grips help him save energy and avoid injury in the backcountry