About Us
Why We're Here
Most online ski and snowboard advice comes from people who've barely used the gear they're reviewing. We've spent decades riding, travelling, teaching and testing gear in the mountains. We share what actually worked, what didn't and what we'd tell our friends before they spent their money.
Meet The Team
Michael
Co-Founder
Snowboard instructor for 15+ years. Former snowboard shop technician. Has spent hundreds of days riding across Europe, North America and Japan. Takes gear way too seriously and probably needs to be stopped. Has opinions on everything from base materials to sidecut radius. Likes boards with bite and boots that bruise.
Michael
Co-Founder
Snowboard instructor for 15+ years. Former snowboard shop technician. Has spent hundreds of days riding across Europe, North America and Japan. Takes gear way too seriously and probably needs to be stopped. Has opinions on everything from base materials to sidecut radius. Likes boards with bite and boots that bruise.
Jess
Co-Founder
Ski instructor and former competitor. Passionate rental gear hater. Will talk you into one more run, one more beer or a last-minute Japan trip. Switches between skis and snowboard depending on terrain, conditions and mood.
Fraser
Contributor & Gear Tester
Has spent decades riding, testing gear and finding excuses to spend more time in the mountains. Usually busy comparing snowboards and overthinking equipment choices. Believes good gear matters, but not as much as getting out and riding.
Fraser
Contributor & Gear Tester
Has spent decades standing sideways, testing gear and finding excuses to spend more time in the mountains. Believes good gear matters, but not as much as getting out and riding.
How We Test Gear
We buy most of our own gear, test it properly and compare notes before publishing. We don't chase marketing hype or play favourites with brands. Good gear gets recommended. Bad gear doesn't. If our opinion changes after another season, we update the review.
→ Read our review process
Why You're Here
Because you don’t need another generic gear review.
When you’re about to spend two grand on gear and flights, you deserve advice from someone who’s actually been there.