"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I grab these when I want something nimble that still feels protective on rocky trails. They cushion well, stay light on long approaches, and the reinforced forefoot helps a ton when the terrain gets sharp or uneven.""When...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I skinned up for a few backcountry laps and immediately noticed how much less the Soul 102 dragged on my legs compared to a heavier setup. Transitions felt intuitive even as the snow changed from wind affected...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I grab these when I want something nimble that still feels protective on rocky trails. They cushion well, stay light on long approaches, and the reinforced forefoot helps a ton when the terrain gets sharp or uneven.""When...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I grab these when I want something nimble that still feels protective on rocky trails. They cushion well, stay light on long approaches, and the reinforced forefoot helps a ton when the terrain gets sharp or uneven.""When...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""For anyone with wider feet who wants a comfortable boot that still skis well, the Speed 80 HV+ is a winner. The 104mm last gives your toes space, the Sensor Matrix shell keeps the weight down, and the flex is...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I've got wider feet and finally found a boot that doesn't pinch after a full day of groomers at Copper. Once I dialed in the adjustable flex the boot matched my style instead of fighting it. Sliding in each morning...
"The X-IUM WCS Skate BOA MV carries carbon-injected elements through the chassis, cuff, and heel counter, the same construction philosophy behind Rossignol's race-proven X-ium line, built into a medium-volume fit for skiers who want more room than a race...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""These boots have the race DNA I want when pushing my pace, but they don’t punish me with stiffness. The X-11 Skate M offers a really balanced feel—enough torsional rigidity for solid power transfer, but still...
"The XT 5 FW Ski Boot pairs Polyester Thinsulate insulation with a lace cover that keeps snow from working its way in over a long day on the trail. A 3D injection high cuff adds free-moving support at the ankle without locking down the stride a classic...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I've got wider feet and finally found a boot that doesn't pinch after a full day of groomers at Copper. Once I dialed in the adjustable flex the boot matched my style instead of fighting it. Sliding in each morning...
"The XP 120 Positrack 2. 0 Ski carries a rounded tip shape borrowed from the XP 85 and XP 105, letting it sit on top of soft snow instead of diving under the surface the way a narrower Nordic ski would. Full-length steel edges add real downhill control...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I ran laps at Vail on the Sender 100 during a bluebird day between storms and kept finding excuses to hit the same runs again. It carved confidently through groomers but still let me smear turns through the softer...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""These boots have the race DNA I want when pushing my pace, but they don’t punish me with stiffness. The X-11 Skate M offers a really balanced feel—enough torsional rigidity for solid power transfer, but still...
"The Rossignol BC 5 FW ski boot pairs a wide Rottefella NNN BC sole with a rotation axle for stability on narrow to mid-width touring skis across varied snow. Rossignol's Mobile Cuff hinges at the ankle to open up fore and aft range of motion while still...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I usually dread jamming my foot into a stiff boot first thing in the morning, but the rear cuff opened right up and I was locked in within seconds. Once closed, it skied exactly like a traditional overlap boot,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I grab these when I want something nimble that still feels protective on rocky trails. They cushion well, stay light on long approaches, and the reinforced forefoot helps a ton when the terrain gets sharp or uneven.""When...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I rode the Arcade 94s from firm groomers to soft afternoon bumps and couldn’t believe how smooth and energetic they felt. These skis are stable enough to charge but nimble enough to slash and pivot—my new...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""For anyone with wider feet who wants a comfortable boot that still skis well, the Speed 80 HV+ is a winner. The 104mm last gives your toes space, the Sensor Matrix shell keeps the weight down, and the flex is...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I took the Rallybird Soul 92 out on a mixed-conditions day, and it handled everything with ease. It’s quick edge to edge, playful enough to smear and slash, but still held solid when carving on firm snow. A...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I skied the Sender Soul 102s on a mix of pow, groomers, and chopped-up afternoon snow, and they never let me down. They’re quick and surfy when I want to smear turns, but when I laid them over, they held an...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like these for mixed mountain terrain because they feel lighter than a full boot but still have the protection I need. The R-Shell Dry membrane holds up in wet weather, and the cushioned midsole keeps long approaches...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""If you’ve ever struggled getting boots on in the parking lot, this design is a game changer. The Step In system opens incredibly wide, but once locked, it skis like a traditional overlap boot. The 102mm last...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""If you’ve got a narrower foot and like to ski aggressively, this boot really shines. The 98mm last feels precise and locked in, and the 120 flex gives you strong support when you’re charging at speed. I appreciate...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This boot is seriously stiff—in the best way. It holds like a race boot, but still skis with finesse. The 98mm last is snug but not punishing, and the adjustable flex lets me tune it depending on the day or...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve toured with the BC 80 Positrack on rolling terrain and mellow backcountry slopes, and they strike a perfect balance between efficiency and control. The waxless base makes life simple—grip and glide are...