Gear
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Preview: 2021 Nordica Santa Ana Line
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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... -
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Four-Year Product Cycles aka When the Honeymoon Is Over
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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... -
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Lever Concept Boot for Comfort and Performance
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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... -
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Preview: 2021 Nordica HF110
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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... -
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Exclusive: Hey Look, Thanks for Listening and Bringing Back the Pivot 15
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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... -
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Preview: 2021 Nordica Enforcer 100
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Nordica is reinventing its Enforcer collection once again. Even with the flagship Enforcer 100, very little has carried over other than the name... -
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Review: Kulkea’s Kantaja Double Roller Ski Bag
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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?
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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... -
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What Does It Take To Demo a Ski Properly?
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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... -
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Dr. Strangepug, or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying, and Use Snowboard Boots To Solve a Problem
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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... -
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When It Comes to Boots, Is Light Right?
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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... -
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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?
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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... -
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The Steadfast Rule
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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...
