Tabla de contenidos para September 2015 en Powder

CHRIS STRONG AGE: 40 LOCATION: Stowe, Vermont ROOTS: A longtime barkeep, Strong began dishwashing at The Shed at the age of 13, Stowe’s legendary bar that closed down in 2011. You can keep your finger on the pulse of the mountain at a good ski bar. Good patrons always tip well on their first drink and don’t wait on the tab. Pay on the first drink then run a tab. When I was younger, tree skiing was just getting to be cool. But ski patrol would chase your ass and bust you if they caught you off trail. I quickly learned how to be sneaky. I never got so many questions from people following me in the backcountry as I did this past year. I scare folks off with stories…

GO SKIING EVERY DAY Ski resorts are getting tracked out faster than ever, thanks to high-speed chairlifts, droughts, and all the half-committed skiers who only show up when it snows six inches or more. But that’s not you. You ski every day. You know the best days can be found lapping chalky wind-buff and hitting kickers in the trees. The good news is that ski companies are making more skis than ever just for you. The pendulum swung from way too skinny to way too fat, and has now settled on the sweet spot of 108 millimeters underfoot. Of the 30 skis in this section, nine share a 108 waist. But no two are the same. Each company used that benchmark to fine-tune a ski to fit a unique persona.…

VOILE V8 $650 D: 150-119-130mm L: 165, 176, 186, 193cm R: 20.4m Voile created a ski that’s robust enough to excel in fresh snow inbounds but not be a boat anchor on the skin track. They achieve this in the V8 thanks to an aspen core and carbon/triaxial fiberglass construction. Tip and tail rocker paired with minimal camber underfoot create a perfect pow skiing platform. The V8 holds an edge and behaves predictably without getting deflected because of substantial torsional rigidity. Bottom line, if you’re searching for a big ski that’s equally at home on the hill and in the backcountry, look no further. —SAM COX BLIZZARD GUNSMOKE $840 D: 140-114-130mm L: 179, 186, 193cm R: 22m Hardly a new ski from the folks at Blizzard, the Gunsmokes have pedigree.…

BIG SKY RESORT, MT BigSkyResort.com 800.548.4486 Taylor Middleton Brandon Bang Lyndsey Owens Sheila Chapman Michelle Frederick SUMMIT HOTEL AT BIG SKY BigSkyResort.com 800.548.4486 BIG SKY SKI PATROL Ryan Ayres BIG SKY CONFERENCE SERVICES TEAM Ellen Leonard and Iwona Drop SCISSORBILLS SALOON Scissorbills.com 406.995.4933 Keith Kuhns OUSEL AND SPUR PIZZA COMPANY OuselAndSpurPizza.com 406.995.7175 Jen Ketteridge LONE PEAK BREWERY LonePeakBrewery.com 406.995.3939 Steve Nordahl BOZEMAN BREWING COMPANY BozemanBrewing.com 406.585.9142 Tucker Kalberg BRIDGER BREWING BridgerBrewing.com 406.587.2124 David Breck BIG SKY BREWING Chris Sills and Loren Moulton MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY SNOW SCIENCES Jordy Hendrikx and Jerry Johnson GALLATIN NATIONAL FOREST AVALANCHE CENTER Doug Chabot GREATER YELLOWSTONE SUBREGIONAL GELANDE QUAFFING QUAFFIFIER Jonas Grenz and Jay Brooks PROBAR TheProBar.com CLIF BAR ClifBar.com HONEY STINGER HoneyStinger.com CEP CEPCompression.com Brandt Furgerson GOAL ZERO GoalZero.com Pitt Grewe…

ALBRITTON SKIS BRECKENRIDGE, CO 970-547-4487 ALBRITTONSKIS.COM MASTER YOUR MOUNTAIN. Our motto speaks for itself. Designed, engineered and tested in Colorado, our mission is to provide you with an innovative and dominant arsenal to attack various types of terrain on the mountain. Each pair is handmade with superior craftsmanship and once complete, carefully inspected by the Albritton design team before being released and shipped from Colorado. We take great pride in ensuring that every one of our customers receive a product that is of the highest quality. For these reasons and for many others, our skis will forever be built in the USA by these standards. TOMICHI MSRP: $879.99 SIZES: 179, 189cm DIMENSIONS: 144-119-136 RADIUS: r=34m@179 > BIG MOUNTAIN> POWDER> BACKCOUNTRY PRODUCT FEATURES: PBT top sheet, Triaxial braided fiberglass, Sugar Maple…

BATALLA SKIS SILVERTHORNE, CO (210) 882-7337 BATALLASKIS.COM We refuse to be bound by the laws of physics, and vow to defy them. For we are a breed plagued by the need to rise above the status quo. We are driven by a need to break thru barriers, as failure is not an option. We find light in the darkest hour and seek the paths of most resistance. We fight to be free. Gravity? Bring it! We are Batalla Skis! JOHN SPRIGGS “BEAST MODE” PRO MSRP: $799.99 SIZES: 183, 192cm DIMENSIONS: 150-124-144mm (192 cm) > BIG MOUNTAIN > POWDER > BACKCOUNTRY >ALL MOUNTAIN >BACKCOUNTRY >MEN’S, WOMEN’S PRODUCT FEATURES: Directional Twin • Tip/Tail Rocker • Camber• Poplar Core with Maple Stringers • Die-Cut Base • Poured Urethane Sidewalls • Radius 26m (192)…

BLIZZARDTECNICA W. LEBANON, NH BLIZZARDSPORTUSA.COM & TECNICAUSA.COM Blizzard Tecnica is a family of skiers committed to building the best skis and boots that will take you places you never thought possible. Our commitment to creating the most authentic, innovative and inspired skis and boots in the world is unmatched, and the products we put our name on are the result of endless collaborations between our world-class design team, professional athletes, and feedback we receive from everyday, passionate skiers. From the Dolomites to Alaska and resorts to the backcountry, BlizzardTecnica keeps skiing fun. We can take you there. BODACIOUS MSRP: $840 SIZES: 177, 185, 193cm DIMENSIONS: 138-118-127cm RADIUS: (r=27m@185) > BIG MOUNTAIN> POWDER PRODUCT FEATURES: Carbon Flipcore, Tip & Tail Rocker, Flat Underfoot, Sandwich Compound Sidewall, Wood Core, Ti Binding Interface…

DPS SALT LAKE CITY, UT (801) 413-1737 DPSSKIS.COM DPS designs the world’s most advanced skis. Inspired by a vision to make perfect skis worthy of those who live and breathe the sport, and located at the base of the Wasatch Mountains in Salt Lake City, DPS introduced the world’s first prepreg carbon fiber sandwich ski, the first 120mm powder pintail, transferred the word “rocker” from surfing to skiing —building the first rockered ski with sidecut—and then unleashed the Spoon. The fusion of space-age carbon technology and groundbreaking shaping allows dedicated skiers to match shaping with construction—giving an unparalleled choice, and resulting in the world’s most advanced quiver of skis. LOTUS 120 SPOON - PURE3 MSRP: $1299 SIZES: 178, 189, 197cm DIMENSIONS: 140-122-126 RADIUS: 32m > BIG MOUNTAIN> POWDER> BACKCOUNTRY PRODUCT…

FACTION SKIS BRECKENRIDGE, CO (970) 453-9443 FACTIONSKIS.COM The leaves are falling, temps are dropping and the Buyer’s Guide is here. You’ve been dreaming of skiing all summer. At Faction, we poured our sweat and summertime cocktails into designing, building, testing, tweaking, and re-testing skis so that your next season on the hill is better than the last, with more powder, park laps and backcountry adventures than ever. Almost a decade since we began in Verbier, our manifesto remains the same: to design the best skis and outerwear on the mountain by pushing the boundaries in technology and innovation. We invite you to join the adventure. CANDIDE 3.0 MSRP: $979 SIZES: 176, 182, 186, 192, 204cm DIMENSIONS: 136-108-131 RADIUS: 20m@182cm > BIG MOUNTAIN> ALL-MOUNTAIN PRODUCT FEATURES: lightweight hybrid core, 1850g @…

FOLSOM CUSTOM SKIS DENVER, CO (303)248-3418 FOLSOMSKIS.COM Since 2008 the philosophy has been simple; skis crafted specifically for you simply feel better and last longer. Each pair is hand-built in our private factory allowing us to have complete control over the finished product. Materials are hand selected and sourced domestically ensuring performance and durability while reducing our carbon foot print. We offer three tiers of Folsom Skis: our tried and true full-custom builds, the annual summer-custom sale, and the new line of stock skis found at select retailers. All types of builds are manufactured utilizing the same quality materials in Denver, Colorado. Keep your tips up! PRIMARY MSRP: $825.00 SIZES: 192, 188, 184, 182, 174cm DIMENSIONS: 141.110.131mm (188cm) RADIUS: 25 meters @ 188cm > BIG MOUNTAIN> POWDER DESCRIPTION: I If…

ICELANTIC SKIS DENVER, CO (303) 670-6804 ICELANTICSKIS.COM Icelantic is an American ski company where creativity, adventure, innovation and community shape both our approach to building skis and the lifestyle we embrace. We take a “Hands On” approach to everything we do creating personal relationships with our customers, dealers and manufacturers. 100% of our products are made in the USA allowing us to work directly with the people making our skis and apparel, guaranteeing the highest quality product while strengthening the American economy. Icelantic stands proud behind our ski production, now offering a NEW 3 Year Warranty! As a tribute to our 10 year anniversary, artist Travis Parr incorporates painting, photos, sculptures and sketches to highlight the culmination of a decade of Icelantic culture and pay tribute to those Mountain Cultures…

KASTLE USA VAIL, CO 970.390.4498 KAESTLE-SKI.COM/EN/ KASTLE is a specialized ski manufacturer from Austria founded in 1924. KASTLE has driven the evolution of ski production decade after decade by manufacturing and design innovations, offering products defined by high quality and performance. Patented Hollowtech and timeless, clean graphics distinguish KASTLE skis. Each ski has the latest in wood core, sandwich construction and Hollowtech technology. KASTLE offers a full selection of dedicated freeride, freestyle, allmountain and touring skis. KASTLE skis are available at specialty North American and European retailers. BMX115 MSRP: $1049 SIZES: 177, 185, 193 cm DIMENSIONS: 141-115-130 RADIUS: 24m@185cm > BIG MOUNTAIN > POWDER PRODUCT FEATURES: Sandwich sidewall, silver fir core, Hollowtech 2.0, Dual Rise, low camber, elliptical radius DESCRIPTION: Traditional construction meets modern design. The powder-seeking BMX115 profile delivers…

LIBERTY SKIS AVON, CO (866) SKI-LIBERTY LIBERTYSKIS.COM At Liberty, we make skis like our lives depend on it. Every ski is designed and tested in the heart of the Colorado mountains. We start with the best materials from around the world, hand-build each pair, and back them with the best warranty in the business. Our goal is to make the best skis possible, treat our customers like our ski partners, and continue to do what we love. ORIGIN MSRP: $825 SIZES: 174, 182, 190cm DIMENSIONS: 145-116-136 RADIUS: 22@182 > POWDER> BACKCOUNTRY> FREERIDE PRODUCT FEATURES: Bomb Rocker = effortless float & surfy smoothness • Multi-Radius Sidecut = easy initiation • Unbalanced Flex = stiff, stable midsection with soft tip/tail CONSTRUCTION: Bamboo, Poplar, Quadaxial glass, P-Tex 4000 base DESCRIPTION: The Origin is…

NORDICA USA WEST LEBANON, NH (800) 892-2668 NORDICA.COM It’s for all those who don’t just ski, but who love to ski. For every skier who makes each run one to remember. And for the people who pass their powder-packed hearts down from one generation to the next. We’re for any and every skier who lives for all-mountain adventure. This goes out to the boots and the skis that take us on our journeys–farther than we ever thought we could go, and closer together than we ever believed we could be. Here’s to following our own compass–no matter where it takes us. We are Nordica. Trusted since 1939. ENFORCER MSRP: $799 SIZES: 169, 177, 185, 193 DIMENSIONS: 133-100-121mm RADIUS: 18.5m@185 > POWDER > ALL-MOUNTAIN DESCRIPTION: The legendary Enforcer is back, one…

ROCKY MOUNTAIN UNDERGROUND BRECKENRIDGE, CO (970) 977-7779 WWW.ROCKYMOUNTAINUNDERGROUND.COM Rocky Mountain Underground is the result of a group of friends united by their passion for skiing and desire to build a better ski. However, the quest to build a better ski is a never-ending one, and we soon outgrew the capacity of our garage based ski press. Today, Rocky Mountain Underground is proud to be employee owned, to produce top quality, hand made skis in our North American factories and to partner with life changing non-profit organizations across the nation. Our connection to the ski community and our quality products are what grew our brand and fuel our future. APOSTLE MSRP: $799.00 SIZES: 165 175 185 195 DIMENSIONS: 126-132-105-120-114 > ALL-MOUNTAIN > BACKCOUNTRY DESCRIPTION: With a famed 5-point shape, the Apostle…

SALOMON OGDEN, UT (800) 654-2668 SALOMON.COM Salomon was founded in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps. Since then, the company has a legacy of creating innovative products to enable freedom and enhance performance for mountain athletes. The Salomon Mountain Collective, a group of the world’s top product designers, developers and skiers, continues to work closely creating new gear to help push the limits of alpine skiing. This year, Salomon is proud to release the MTN Collection. Made for those looking to expand their playground, the MTN Collection delivers performance, fun and freedom in the mountains. MTN EXPLORE 95 MSRP: $850 SIZES: 169, 177, 184cm DIMENSIONS: 130/95/116 @ 177cm > BACKCOUNTRY PRODUCT FEATURES: Space Frame 2.0, 3D Full Woodcore, CFX Superfiber, Skin Clip Tail, Weight 1,400g DESCRIPTION: The best…

SEGO SKI CO VICTOR, ID (208) 264-7578 WWW.SEGOSKIS.COM Engineered, built and tested in the shadows of the Tetons, the Sego Ski Co. lineup encompasses progressive shapes for men and women in waist widths that modern all mountain skiers’ demand. Every Sego model is produced in our exclusive manufacturing facility, allowing us complete control over production. This ensures each pair of skis that leaves the Sego factory in Victor, ID meets exacting quality control standards for build and final tune quality. Explore all of our 15/16 offerings, shop online and follow our athletes at www.segoskis.com. CLEAVER MSRP: $879 SIZES: 175,181,187cm DIMENSIONS: 133-106-126 > ALL-MOUNTAIN> POWDER> BIG MOUNTAIN PRODUCT FEATURES: Tip Rocker, low rise tail, 3mm camber • Snow shedding topsheet • -25m Radius @ 187cm DESCRIPTION: With a maple/aspen core, oversized…

VOILE SALT LAKE CITY, UT (801) 973-8622 VOILE.COM Voile. The name may be weird, but the company is definitely not French. Situated in the shadow of the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, Voile has designed and manufactured tools for the backcountry winter enthusiast for 35 years. From telemark bindings to splitboards to accessories, and now to skis, Voile has always been a company willing to try anything. And then perfect the hell out of it! Such is the case with the six skis featured below. Voile skis habitually demonstrate what backcountry skiers demand in their skis: Performance, reliability and durability, wrapped in a lightweight package. X9 MSRP: $695 SIZES: 170, 180, 190cm DIMENSIONS: 145-138-120-130-135 (180cm) WEIGHT: 8lbs 2oz/pr (180cm) >BIG MOUNTAIN> POWDER> BACKCOUNTRY PRODUCT FEATURES: Lightweight Aspen Core • Carbon and…

AT 17, with only a high school diploma and a background in carpentry, Nick McNutt packed his truck and moved to Whistler, BC. Sticking to his roots, McNutt loaded that 2006 summer with construction jobs so he could use the winter to dial in his skiing. The work paid off. Now 26, McNutt is going into next season as the sport’s definitive switch skier with the momentum of two major ski industry awards—Breakthrough Performance at the 15th Annual Powder Awards and Rookie of the Year at 2014’s iF3. “He goes big and has such a creative way of approaching the mountain,” says Todd Jones, co-founder of Teton Gravity Research. “I think he reinvigorated that whole switch movement.” Yet in the face of rapid success, McNutt retains the quiet and introverted…

One of my partners plays music from a Bluetooth speaker as we walk in otherwise silence. About two-thirds of the way to the ridge, Willie Nelson begins singing his version of “Amazing Grace” through the device. It’s a familiar tune in an exotic place. We all stop and look at the mountains. Was grace that taught my heart to fear And grace my fears relieved How precious did that grace appear The hour I first believed The dawn light makes the scene especially placid. The sun is just about to rise above the stretching, regal mountains to the east. The pine trees have fresh white coats and everything looks pristine. I feel a tremendous amount of peace—a humble acceptance and appreciation of the world, these mountains, and the people I…

ALL YOU REALLY NEED How many days a year do you actually need to be on a ski fatter than 100 millimeters underfoot? Five? These so-called skinny skis were perfectly wide for skiing powder 10 years ago. Do you really want to clomp around on those clankers when it’s dust on crust and we’re skiing a hot zipper lap? The best part about these skis is that most of them come with metal—you won’t find floppy Donkey Ball Rocker here—which means they’re going to make some actual turns, and make them fast. And fast is fun. These sticks are going to get you into trouble. And getting into trouble? Also fun. ATOMIC VANTAGE 100 CTI $850 D: 138-100-125mm L: 172, 180, 188cm R: 18m (180cm) Atomic redesigned its Vantage line…

THE NEW STANDARD The next time you tour in a frame binding, like the Salomon Guardian or Marker Duke, will probably be your last. Alternatively, bombing chair laps on a tech binding feels like bringing a knife to a gun fight. For the last 10 years, this was the quandary skiers faced if they wanted one binding to do everything: Either suffer on the skin track, or on the descent. The Dynafit Beast 14 and Marker Kingpin stand to change all that. They tour easily and efficiently, and they rip down variable terrain, all while shaving pounds off your entire setup. Though there’s still no match for a traditional alpine binding when it comes to resort laps, the future is bright for those wanting one binding to do it all.…

4FRNT SKIS SALT LAKE CITY, UT (801) 975-9500 4FRNT.COM We’re revolutionizing the industry with an unprecedented return policy. It goes something like this: You don’t absolutely love your new skis? No problem. We’ll take them back and refund your money. More details at your local 4FRNT retailer or online at 4FRNT.com #SHAPINGSKIING KYE 120 MSRP: $809.99 SIZES: 189, 182 cm DIMENSIONS: 138-123-133 @ 189 cm RADIUS: 27 m @ 189 POWDER PRODUCT FEATURES: VibeVeilTM, Sintered Base, Semi-Cap Construction, Camber with Rocker, Shaped by Kye Petersen. DESCRIPTION: With a waist width centered around the 120mm mark, this shape handles the deepest days on the biggest terrain. The KYE 120 features a rockered tip and tail for superior flotation, while 3mm of camber underfoot allows for lively and reliable turning. KYE 110…

ARMADA SKIS PARK CITY, UT (435) 714-6600 ARMADASKIS.COM Armada’s collection of athletes, artists, designers and engineers have defined the intersection of performance, technology, style and design for 13 years – and the rest of the industry is still playing catch-up. Fiercely independent, Armada remains single-mindedly focused on product design and development, assuring that their skis and apparel meet the needs of its elite team of riders who demand the best. Today, Armada is distributed around the globe and continues to embody the cutting edge of skiing: athlete-driven, design-obsessed and technologically superior. Proof that Armada is what skiing will become. INVICTUS 108ti MSRP: $875.00 SIZES: 168, 178, 188 DIMENSIONS: 138-108-128; 26m > BIG-MOUNTAIN DESCRIPTION: Built to charge full throttle through variable terrain, the Invictus 108Ti boasts AR Nose Rocker and a…

BLACK CROWS CHAMONIX, FRANCE +33 450902193 WWW.BLACK-CROWS.COM Black Crows is an independent French freeski brand from Chamonix. Founded almost 10 years ago by pro freeskiers Camille Jaccoux and Bruno Compagnet, Black Crows was born out of a desire to create a beautifully designed product that skied efficiently through ever-changing snow conditions from the top of the Aiguille du Midi to the base 10,000ft below. Today Black Crows continues to apply the same philosophy to its development process, creating obsessively design-driven products that are uncompromising in performance and design for discerning freeskiers around the world. ANIMA MSRP: $799,95 SIZES: 176, 182, 188, 194cm DIMENSIONS: 143-115-128 > BIG MOUNTAIN> POWDER >BACKCOUNTRY PRODUCT FEATURES: Double rocker • Classic camber • Semi-cap step down construction • Poplar core • Fiber glass biaxial and triaxial…

Caravan skis was born out of love for the outdoors, creativity and craftsmanship. We have taken on hill experience to craft skis with progressive design and stunning performance. Caravan uses sustainable materials like bamboo, eco friendly epoxy and basalt fibers. Formed in 2011, Caravan taps into the local community for input in ski design, graphics and testing. We are all about movement. Whether it is searching for something new, or traveling back to a favorite range, we are always on the move. We are a roving pack of skiers, artists, engineers, environmentalists and locals coming together to create CARAVAN... CARAVAN SKIS BOZEMAN, MT (603) 496-9632 WWW.CARAVANSKIS.COM DAILY DRIVER MSRP: $650 SIZES: 170,178,186cm DIMENSIONS: 135-105-125 > ALL-MOUNTAIN> BACKCOUNTRY PRODUCT FEATURES: Full bamboo core, UHMW sidewall, basalt+carbon fiber, 17M radius, 2.1mm edges…

DYNAFIT BOULDER, CO (303) 444-0446 DYNAFIT.COM Thirty years ago when the first low-tech binding was hatched, no one realized that today DYNAFIT would be the world’s only full-time, full-line backcountry skiing brand. As a true skier’s brand, DYNAFIT is committed to designing faster, stronger, and lighter gear – without compromise – for every type of backcountry skier. Whether you’re stomping giant corks off natural features, skiing off the Grand Teton, or enjoying a leisurely stroll through the woods with friends, all DYNAFIT materials and fabrics are carefully sourced, selected, and thoroughly tested so you can have more fun on skis. BEAST 14 > ALL-MOUNTAIN> BACKCOUNTRY > HYBRID MSRP: $750 WEIGHT: 3.6 lbs/pair DIN: 5-14 PRODUCT FEATURES: Low Binding Entry Force, Horizontal and Vertical Pivot Points, 6 degree ramp angel, Rotating…

FISCHER SPORTS AUBURN, NH (603) 314-7110 FISCHERSPORTS.COM Fischer stands for building innovative, premium, high quality products that reflect our deep passion for the sport of skiing. As an independent company that has been under family ownership since it was founded in 1924, Fischer takes pride in being a reliable partner for our customers, our top athletes and employees. RANGER 108 TI MSRP: $849 SIZES: 174, 182, 188cm WEIGHT: 1800g size 182cm DIMENSIONS: 140-108-130 > BIG MOUNTAIN> POWDER> BACKCOUNTRY PRODUCT FEATURES: Carbon Nose, Aeroshape, AirTec Ti, Sandwich Sidewall Construction, Wood Core, Air Carbon DESCRIPTION: The powder/backcountry weapon for boundless adventures. AirTec Ti, Carbon Nose and Aeroshape save so much energy on the way up that it’s all smiles on the way down. With its stability and light weight, the Ranger 108…

G3 BURNABY, BC 866 924 9048 GENUINEGUIDEGEAR.COM Winter 2015/2016 is huge for G3. Celebrating their 20th year in the backcountry, they continue to draw inspiration from each and every skier, place and experience they’ve encountered along the way. The mountain community unites and ignites G3, and they’re just getting started. Thanks to a committed collaboration between reputed athletes, ACMG/AMGA guides and G3’s fiercely determined engineering team, G3 is proudly launching a full line of ION bindings, an insanely light and hard charging ski line-up, and eight new climbing skins to one-up their industry benchmark. The rest is up to you. Gear up and get ready for winter. ION 12 > BACKCOUNTRY > TECH PIN MSRP: $599.95 DIN / RV RANGE: 5 - 12 WEIGHT: 585 g/binding PRODUCT FEATURES: Step-In Guidance…

INTUITION LINERS VANCOUVER, BC (604) 879-9231 INTUITIONLINERS.COM Intuition presents the most extensive collection of premium Boot Liners. Light and durable, these upgrade Liners enhance performance and provide superior edge control. Intuition Liners set the benchmark for quality and high-performance. The heat-molding technology assures a perfect fit, with no pressure points. Genuine Intuition. Pioneers in Boot Liner Technology. Check us out online at INTUITIONLINERS.COM. PRO WRAP > ALL-MOUNTAIN MSRP: $187.00 SIZES: 4-15 PRODUCT FEATURES: Wrap Style Liner • Cuff reinforcement • 2mm stroble sole • 7mm removable foam insole • Anti-microbial lining DESCRIPTION: Stiffen up the flex of your shells while increasing wiggle room in the toe box. Boost performance with added comfort. This Liner is a game changer for big-mountain skiers GODIVA > ALL-MOUNTAIN> WOMEN’S MSRP: $187.00 SIZES: 4-11 PRODUCT…

J SKIS BURLINGTON, VT (802) 585-1098 JSKIS.COM Aloha. My name is Jason Levinthal. I am a skier. I started Line skis & Full Tilt boots but now I’ve got this new company building small quantities of limited edition skis, only 50-100 per graphic, I hand sign & number each so you’re riding a ski like no one else. I’ve been designing award winning skis for 20 years, and these are my best skis yet. Don’t believe me? Buy them at no risk. . . 100% satisfaction money back guarantee from me at JSKIS.COM, signup for FREE STICKERS at Jskis.com/powsticker . . . or hit me up! Jason@jskis.com THE VACATION™ “AHMET’S BROTHER” MSRP: $630 SIZES: 173, 180, 186cm DIMENSIONS: 135-106-124 > ALL-MOUNTAIN> POWDER > SMOKE SHACK PRODUCT FEATURES: Powerful, energetic Maple…

LINE SKIS SEATTLE, WA (888) LINE SKI LINESKIS.COM Skiing is un-fun. That was probably the best way to describe it in the early 90’s. What were the options? Straight, stiff & uninspiring skis. In 1995, LINE began with the mission to change that – to reclaim that enjoyment that comes from strapping sticks to your feet & sending yourself down a slope at gravity’s disposal. Every page of this magazine - every innovation is a testament to what we at LINE have been doing for years! New shapes, lengths, flexes and construction created from the minds of skiers who wanted to achieve the simple goal –to make skiing MOREFUNNER! THE COMPLETELY RE-DESIGNED SIR FRANCIS BACON MSRP: $880 SIZES: 178, 184, 190 DIMENSIONS: 135-104-131mm > ALL-MOUNTAIN> BACKCOUNTRY> POWDER PRODUCT FEATURES: Ultra-light…

ON3P PORTLAND, OR (503) 206-5909 ON3PSKIS.COM Who builds your skis? Who shaped and profiled your core? Who loaded your skis into the press? Who flattened, stone ground, and finish tuned your skis? Skiing is a cold sport, but skis shouldn’t be built that way. For seven seasons, we’ve skied and refined the product we create, all in the factory we built, all right here in the US of A. Now it’s time to honor some of our builders for all their hard work. These guys build ON3P. Who builds your skis? TREVOR LEAF MSRP: $300/night SIZES: 5’10” DIMENSIONS: 185lbs > PRODUCTION MANAGER PRODUCT FEATURES: MAT ART • ID born, OR educated • Current pets: Monkey • Claim to fame: ON3P voicemail DESCRIPTION: Trevor makes your skis - if he feels…

ROSSIGNOL PARK CITY, UTAH (435) 252-3300 ROSSIGNOL.COM For over 100 years Rossignol has been the benchmark in winter sports, making skiing and riding easier, more inspiring, and more fun. From competitive athletes to cautious first-timers, Rossignol’s athlete-driven, technical innovations in construction and design continue pushing the boundaries of what skiers and riders can achieve on snow. No matter where the snow takes you, whether you’re resort-based or backcountry-bound, Rossignol delivers the groundbreaking performance, versatility, and ease-of-use to ensure yet Another Best Day. ALLSPEED ELITE 130 > ALL-MOUNTAIN > FREERIDE MSRP: $850.00 SIZES: 24.5-29.5 FLEX: 130 LAST: 98 DESCRIPTION: Power, precision, comfort, control – everything begins in the foot. The all-new ALLSPEED ELITE 130 delivers the essential boot-fitting elements to ensure customized power, precision, and comfort with an exact 98mm anatomical…

SCARPA BOULDER, CO (303) 998-2895 SCARPA.COM From the start in 1938, SCARPA has been driven to deliver the best mountain footwear in the world. With headquarters at the base of the Italian Dolomites, North American offices in Boulder, CO and athletes pushing the limits around the globe, SCARPA’s insight into creating the best boots continually sets the mark. These innovations shine through in this year’s lineup with products that will help you push the limits, get further into the mountains, and enjoy your adventures comfortably and confidently. FREEDOM RS > ALL-MOUNTAIN > BACKCOUNTRY > HYBRID MSRP: $829.00 SIZES:23.5-31.0 FLEX: 130 LAST: 101 WEIGHT: 1990 g PRODUCT FEATURES: SCARPA Carbon Core Construction • Pebax RnewR• IntuitionR Liner • VibramR AT sole comes stock • Alpine sole available DESCRIPTION: The Freedom RS…

SKILOGIK BRECKENRIDGE, CO (970) 453-8000 SKILOGIK.COM SKILOGIK is focused on ski making. With 36 performance awards and flawlessly handcrafted beauty, SKILOGIK stands out as an innovative ski-maker focused on quality over quantity. In addition to its not-so-standard line, SKILOGIK is the industry leader in one-of-a-kind custom skis. Having developed a collection of ski construction innovations that improve turning performance, SKILOGIK lives up to its motto of being the Master Ski Maker. ADRENALINE MSRP: $870 SIZES: 166, 176, 186cm DIMENSIONS: 120-100-115, 124-100-118, 127-100-121mm RADIUS: r-22m ALL-MOUNTAIN > ROCKER LOGIK PRODUCT FEATURES: Vektor 8™ Carbon Fiber/Fiberglass Construction, Bomb Proof Black Locust Sidewall, Hardwood Shaped Core, Black Magik™ Sintered Graphite Base, Hand Bent Fully Bonded German Edge, Handcrafted Wood Veneer DESCRIPTION: The Adrenaline features an all-around width for quick ripping on mountain faces…

VOLKL LEBANON, NH (603) 298-0314 VOLKL.COM Volkl began ski production in the Bavarian town of Straubing, Germany in 1923. A rich heritage marked by a tradition of exciting technical innovations has given the company a well-deserved reputation for creating high quality, great performing products for every corner of the mountain. Several new models highlight the line for the 2015/2016 season. 100EIGHT MSRP: $825 SIZES: 173,181,189 DIMENSIONS: 141-108-124. >ALL MOUNTAIN PRODUCT FEATURES: 3D.RIDGE Construction • Smart Early Taper • Multi-Layer Sensorwood Core DESCRIPTION: The new 100EIGHT’s 3D.RIDGE construction delivers a lightweight, lively ski feel combined with a smoothness and stability formerly reserved for much heavier skis. In addition to the new construction, a 141-108-124mm shape with a flat tail design, Full Rocker, Smart Early Taper, and an open (20 to 22m)…

JUST AS SKI ENGINEERS have spent the last year secretly developing the cutting-edge new technology on display in this magazine, ski industry marketing staffers have been carefully crafting cutting-edge new terminology to market it with. Like the linguists employed by “Game of Thrones” to make up entire languages, marketers have created snappy-sounding words out of thin air to describe things like, “The front part is extra bent,” or, “It’s turny.” The jargon is terrible, but there’s no denying the challenge of selling skis is miles more complicated than making them. We are, after all, talking about glued-together strips of wood, metal, and fiberglass. No moving parts (or at least none needed), no electronics (see previous parenthetical), no need at all for cutting-edge “technology” in the sense that most people use…

STILL THE BEST THING ON EARTH It’s the reason you peek out the window every morning after the first freeze in September, and why you went out West for school, and why your ski equipment is worth more than your car, and why you don’t mind sleeping on couches, and why you work nights and subsist on rice and beans, and why your relationships always get a little rocky in February. It’s because of the powder day, which is still, despite all the distractions in the modern world, the most glorious thing on earth. When it falls deep and light and dry, you’ll do anything to be there, waiting in line with the rest of the delirious faithful until it’s your turn to get barreled in blower. And you’ll be…

DO YOU REALLY NEED WALK MODE? By now, we are all aware of the benefits of having boots equipped with a walk mode—they get you up the boot pack and are generally more comfortable, especially at the bar. But as we have also learned, sometimes the hard way, this millennial trend of walking in ski boots also comes at a price. They tend to be softer and wider, meaning your downhill muscle just isn’t going to be what it is in a fixed-cuff four-buckle variety with a narrow last. As the industry focused on making boots more efficient for the uphill—such as the Salomon MTN LAB, one of the best new examples of how a boot can offer touring efficiency and downhill performance—the options for skiers grew more varied. They…

ATOMIC OGDEN, UT (800) 258-5020 ATOMIC.COM Whether you’re a passionate athlete, infectious enthusiast or a first-time adventurist, Atomic has the equipment to get you to the next level. Every skier is different. This is why Atomic provides each skier with equipment built to match your needs as you find the ultimate skiing experience - no matter whether you’re an all-mountain skier or freeskier, whether you want to win a World Cup race, have your sights set on new challenges in park and pipe, or live for action and fun in powder. Wherever you ski, the best equipment comes from Atomic. VANTAGE 100 CTI MSRP: $850 SIZES:172, 180, 188 cm DIMENSIONS: 139.5-100-126.5 > BIG MOUNTAIN> ALL-MOUNTAIN PRODUCT FEATURES: Carbon Tanks Mesh • Titanium Backbone 2.0 • Firewall • Power Woodcore DESCRIPTION:…

BLACK DIAMOND SALT LAKE CITY, UT (801) 278-5552 BLACKDIAMONDEQUIPMENT.COM At Black Diamond, we build skis for the backcountry. From the beginning, our focus has been on that sublime and natural space, where everything—everything—is up to you. As a result, our design philosophy is as much about the climb as it is about the descent, driven by a desire to produce real tools that perform in real conditions. Today, every ski we design is engineered to maximize both uphill efficiency and downhill performance. Whether you’re lapping a side country stash, tackling a singleday objective or on expedition in Alaska, Black Diamond offers skis in an array of sizes and constructions tailored to the full range of backcountry ski styles and conditions. The 2015 collection is our most refined yet, offering a…

DALBELLO SKIBOOTS LEBANON, NH (800) 775-8100 DALBELLOSPORTS.COM Dalbello established itself as an industry leader by pushing the boundaries of the often uber-traditional ski boot industry. The company relies heavily on input from Pro Team members Sean Pettit, Sam Smoothy, Tanner Hall, Nick Goepper, Colter Hinchliffe and others to constantly push the evolution of the collection as they drive the progression of skiing itself. Dalbello’s 3-piece architecture Krypton and Panterra Series are highly sought after by elite level big mountain skiers while the DRS and Avanti Series’ of overlap (4 buckle) boots are benchmarks in the world of technical skiing. LUPO T.I. > BACKCOUNTRY MSRP: $950 SIZES: 24.0-29.5 FLEX: 130 LAST: 98mm WEIGHT: 2010 g/boot PRODUCT FEATURES: Tech Inserts, Ski/Hike Cuff Lock, Last: 98 mm /Flex: 130 DESCRIPTION: The Lupo T.I.…

DYNASTAR, LANGE, LOOK PARK CITY, UT (435) 252-3300 DYNASTAR.COM LANGE-BOOTS.COM LOOK-BINDINGS.COM DYNASTAR handcrafts high-performance skis for the world’s most committed skiers from our home in Chamonix. Designed, built, and tested amongst the world’s most inspiring terrain, Dynastar delivers the high-performance standards demanded by the world’s best skiers. For over 50 years, LANGE has been consistently found on the feet of the world’s best skiers. We develop high- performance boots for every foot shape, reflecting our belief that great fitting, great-skiing boots are a skier’s most essential piece of equipment. The essential component for skiers who inspire, LOOK bindings have been connected to the most pivotal moments in skiing for more than 60 years. CHAM 2.0 117 / CHAM 2.0 107 / CHAM 2.0 97 MSRP: $850 / $800 / $700…

FULL TILT SEATTLE, WA 1-800-994-5605 FULLTILTBOOTS.COM Inspired by over two decades of consumer demand, Full Tilt was founded in 2006 with the mission to bring back the ski industry’s ORIGINAL 3-Piece ski boot design. With honor, FT continues to produce and improve upon the legendary design, a ski boot that’s sought-after by the best athletes in the world and chosen for the same reason as the everyday skier: the understanding that Comfort Is Performance. NEW! The Evolution Shell – A 102 mm last available in the Descendant and Plush series, born from the original DNA of the 3-piece but constructed for those with a wider footprint. THE DESCENDANT 6 > ALL-MOUNTAIN MSRP: $650 SIZES: 24.5-30.5 FLEX: 6 LAST: 102mm WEIGHT: 1963g per boot PRODUCT FEATURES: Performer liner / J Bars…

HEAD BOULDER, CO (800) 874-3235 HEAD.COM At HEAD/Tyrolia, our passion is skiing. In 1950, Howard Head founded our company and radically improved the sport with his metal-laminate aerospace ski designs. Today, Howard’s innovations live on in our all-new Monster ski collection. With Monster, technology triumphs by focusing on reactiveness, greatly improved skier balance, and confidence-inspiring control. All Monster skis feature Graphene™, the world’s strongest and lightest material. Whether it’s the new Monster series, the award-winning women’s-specific JOY skis, the new progressive Hammer boot, or the top-performing AAA bindings, HEAD/Tyrolia pushes the boundaries of innovation above all others. MONSTER 108 MSRP: $800.00 SIZES: 170/177/184 DIMENSIONS: 142/108/127 @ Length 177cm RADIUS: 23.5m @ Length 177cm > FREE RIDE > ALL MOUNTAIN > POWDER PRODUCT FEATURES: Graphene™ WC Sandwich Cap Construction • ERA…

K2 SKIS SEATTLE, WA (206) 805- 4800 K2SKIS.COM Delivering Serious Fun since 1962, K2’s commitment to the All-Mountain skier remains the driving force behind its industry-leading innovations. K2 unveils a fully integrated collection of award-winning skis, boots, helmets, goggles, poles and backcountry safety tools that offer a complete solution for the all-mountain skier. Whether at the local mountain, in the park or deep in the backcountry, K2 is all about enjoying the ski experience. PINNACLE 118 SETH MORRISON PRO MODEL MSRP: $1000 SIZES: 177, 184, 191 DIMENSIONS: 145/118/135 RADIUS: 23m@ 184 > BIG MOUNTAIN> POWDER PRODUCT FEATURES: K2 Konic Technology- Fir/Aspen Core, Triaxial Braid, Hybritech Sidewalls DESCRIPTION: Seth Morrison’s pro model gets updated with the new K2 Konic Technology. The powerful triaxially braided K2 Konic wood core is complemented by…

LA SPORTIVA BOULDER, CO (303) 443-8710 SPORTIVA.COM For more than 87 years, La Sportiva has been building the world’s finest performance mountain products including technical climbing, mountaineering, Mountain RunningR and hiking footwear. La Sportiva now offers ski mountaineering hardware including award-winning alpine touring ski boots and skis. On the apparel side, La Sportiva provides a complete collection of technical outerwear including base layers, insulation, soft shells and hard shells. For more information visit www.sportiva.com VAPOR NANO MSRP: $1200 SIZES: 164, 172, 180, 188cm DIMENSIONS: 130-103-120mm RADIUS: 20.7m > BACKCOUNTRY PRODUCT FEATURES: Incredible torsional rigidity • Rockered tip & tail • P-Tex 6000 base • 1200g/ski DESCRIPTION: The Vapor Nano is the lightest ski in its class and is made with proprietary carbon nanotube technology. Designed for discerning ski alpinists and…

MOMENT SKIS SPARKS, NV (775) 527-1595 MOMENTSKIS.COM We don’t make skis like big companies do. Decisions aren’t made in a boardroom, staring at last year’s profit-and-loss statement. Decisions are made on the mountain, because we are skiers first, and we make skis for skiers—for you, for us, for our friends. We design them, we make them by hand in small batches, and we make them perform like nothing else. It’s not about the money, and it never has been. It’s about skiing, and bringing you the best skis for the best times. Welcome to the Biggest Little Ski Company in the World. Welcome to Moment. DEATHWISH MSRP: $749 SIZES: 164, 174,184,190 DIMENSIONS: 136-112-129 > ALL-MOUNTAIN > BIG MOUNTAIN DESCRIPTION: Still winning hearts, blowing minds, wooing industry editors, and standing proudly…

RAMP SPORTS PARK CITY, UT (888) 406-0567 RAMPSPORTS.COM RAMP is transforming the way skis, snowboards and longboards are manufactured. This Utah based company uses a revolutionary patented process that utilizes more advanced materials to produce the most technical products on the market. This allows for much more innovation and creativity. At RAMP, we feel certain that Americans would rather buy products using new technology, the best materials and processes, clean practices, and are made by people who love skiing and riding. Making skis and boards in the mountains and putting smiles on peoples’ faces, this is our HIGH ALTITUDE HAPPINESS, what’s yours? PEACEPIPE MSRP: $1089 SIZES: 169cm, 179cm, 189cm, 191cm DIMENSIONS: 152-115-142 @ 189cm RADIUS: 17m@189cm > BIG MOUNTAIN> POWDER > ALL-MOUNTAIN PRODUCT FEATURES: FSC Certified Bamboo Core • Double…

ROXA BOOTS SALT LAKE CITY, UT (801) 975-9500 ROXA.COM ROXA is a dedicated freeride boot brand, owned entirely by 4 brothers who tirelessly dedicate their lives to the craft of producing technical footwear in Asolo, Italy. ROXA was born out of the desire to challenge our own processes. For years, we made boots for other brands. Through this experience, we learned exactly what we believe are the best elements in design and for performance. While many boot brands exist, very few actually stamp out their own like we do. Look no further if you want the #worldatyourfeet. X-FACE 120 BACKCOUNTRY MSRP: $639.99 SIZES: 24.5-30.5 FLEX: 120 LAST: 99mm WEIGHT: 2220g ROM = 20 degrees PRODUCT FEATURES: Dynafit Certified and Marker Compatible Inserts, Anti-Skid Rubber, 3D MAMS Zoom System, Intuition Liner,…

SCOTT SPORTS SALT LAKE CITY, UT (800) 292-5874 SCOTT-SPORTS.COM Sometimes It’s The Pursuit. Sometimes It’s The Rush. Sometimes It’s Pure Instinct That Drives You. All You Know Is That You Have To Get Out There. You Feel It When You Fall Alseep... And When You Wake Up, You Feel It Even More. We Put Everything We Have Into Making Equipment So Good That Nothing Can Distract You From Those Experiences On The Mountain—That Your Mind And Body Can Stay In Sync From The Moment You Click Into Your Skis To The Moment You Catch Your Breath, Ready To Do It All Over Again. SCRAPPER SKI MSRP: $800.00 SIZES: 180, 190cm DIMENSIONS: 147-122-138 @180cm > POWDER PRODUCT FEATURES: Twin-Tip Rocker, 3Dimension Sidecut, Full Ski-Length Wood Core DESCRIPTION: The Scott Scrapper, Like…

STÖCKLI SHELBURNE, VT (802) 448-4500 STOECKLI.CH Stockli skis are built in days, not minutes. Stockli engineers handle each pair in 63 unique processes. Our unique glue system combines with an elastic powder to allow for increased elasticity when the ski bends. This technology plays a key role in Stockli’s on snow behavior – stability. All materials are allowed to cure in climate-controlled rooms. The presses that bond the skis allow engineers to modify both pressure and temperature at different areas on the ski. Each pair of Stockli skis are put through a 25 step finishing process to provide the skier with a premium on snow experience. STORMRIDER PRO 115 MSRP: $1,399.00 SIZES: 185, 195 cm DIMENSIONS: 127-115-128mm RADIUS: 24.0, 28.0 >BIG MOUNTAIN> POWDER DESCRIPTION: The use of the word Pro…

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