Gear
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Preview: 2021 Nordica Santa Ana Line
When Nordica says “all new,” it means it. Having spent a few days on both the 2021 Santa Ana 93 and 104, I can assure you that this is more than... -
Four-Year Product Cycles aka When the Honeymoon Is Over
In today’s ever-evolving ski design, how does a brand keep the fickle customer happy? Skiers like shiny objects. We are always looking for the... -
Lever Concept Boot for Comfort and Performance
Part 1: History and On-Snow Experience Could a reincarnated 40-year-old boot concept, one that never reached the market, be the answer for the... -
Preview: 2021 Nordica HF110
The rumors are true: the rear-entry boot is back. And it's just what the industry needs. Nordica has learned from its own history in offering this... -
Exclusive: Hey Look, Thanks for Listening and Bringing Back the Pivot 15
One of the earliest promotions here at Pugski.com was to "Bring Back the Pivot 15." We started this campaign in 2016 to accomplish a few things... -
Preview: 2021 Nordica Enforcer 100
Nordica is reinventing its Enforcer collection once again. Even with the flagship Enforcer 100, very little has carried over other than the name... -
Review: Kulkea’s Kantaja Double Roller Ski Bag
Let’s start with Kulkea (cool-kee-ah). I currently carry the Kulkea SP Pro boot bag (review here) and many friends carry Kulkea bags of some sort... -
Review: Stio Environ Pants and Bibs: Outstanding Pants, But Which Version Is Right for You?
After my outstanding experience with the Stio Environ jacket (review here), I decided to give the Stio Environ pants and Environ bibs a try. For... -
What Does It Take To Demo a Ski Properly?
I cannot count how many times it has been posted here, there, and everywhere: You must DEMO DEMO DEMO DEMO before you buy. So, what can you learn... -
Dr. Strangepug, or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying, and Use Snowboard Boots To Solve a Problem
Like any craftsman -- oops, craftsperson -- you can only get better at your job if you are willing to keep an open mind. This is one of the... -
When It Comes to Boots, Is Light Right?
Fad? Evolution? Revolution? Progression? Whatever you want to call it, we are seeing more light (as in 1500-1800g) boots on the boot wall. And not... -
Review: Ultra-Premium Kästle Supra and Bomber Pro Terrain
When Kästles, Stöcklis, and Renouns become commonplace, it is time to elevate your options. I was invited to the Mudroom at Caldera House in... -
Review: Evolution and Revolution of Ski Design
Evolution is safe, revolution is risk. Product managers are in a constant fight for balance and must determine when evolution is not enough and... -
What Is Your Car Ski?
Ohhh-kay, now I think you are just trying to trick me. A car ski. Is that like blinker fluid or muffler bearings? I know we have race skis, powder... -
The Steadfast Rule
stead·fast /ˈstedˌfast/ adjective resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering. "steadfast loyalty" synonyms: loyal, faithful, committed, devoted... -
The Numbers Game: Bindings, Part 2
When is your DIN number not your DIN number? When it is not a DIN number. Confused? Well, for years we have been calling binding settings "DIN... -
The Numbers Game: Bindings, Part 3
The dust is settling in the sole wars, and it looks like GripWalk is becoming the standard for the comfort version of a DIN (ISO 5355) sole. The... -
Review: Kulkea Thermal Trekker Heated Boot Bag
A heated boot bag is a piece of gear that you don’t realize you need until you use one. I first started using a heated bag about five years ago...
