Snow

We’ve tested OutdoorMaster helmets, goggles and accessories on snow. Here’s what’s worth buying, what we’d skip, and how to get 20% off.

Detuning your snowboard can make it smoother and more forgiving, but it’s not always the right move. Here’s how and where to do it properly.

A simple guide to snowboard flex. I’ll help you figure out if you need a soft, medium, or stiff board based on how and where you ride.

New ski boots feel like medieval torture until they don’t. Here’s how to speed up the break-in process, ease the pain, and make your boots actually skiable without spending all season suffering.

Multi-resort passes were supposed to make skiing accessible. Instead, they crushed local hills and jacked prices to the moon. Here’s how we ended up paying more to ski less.

Ever wondered how much a snow trip actually costs? I broke down every expense from lift tickets to “just one more beer”.

Feeling pressured to ski backcountry? Here’s why staying inbounds is perfectly fine (and often smarter). Especially when you’re just starting out!

Should beginners rent or buy skis? Here’s my honest take… from a skier who’s worked in shops and seen both sides.

Not sure if your snowboard needs wax? Here’s how to spot the signs on snow and off so you can keep your board fast and healthy all season.