Meet two snowboarders (Mike & Jess) chasing winter around the world, from Japan’s legendary powder to Europe’s hidden gems. We’ve face-planted in Alaska, slept in icy car parks and followed storms we probably shouldn’t have. Expect solid gear guides, real resort reviews and plenty of vanlife chaos.
Everyone talks about MIPS like it’s magic. I’ve cracked helmets with and without it and dug into the research. Here’s what actually matters when you’re strapping one on.
Does MIPS Actually Work or Is It Just Marketing? Read More »
Some of the worst injuries I’ve seen on the mountain didn’t even happen on the snow. From lift lines to parking lots here are the dumb wipeouts and how to avoid joining the club.
The Dumbest Injuries I’ve Seen on the Mountain Read More »
Still digging through your jacket every run? Rookie error. A good ski pass holder keeps your ticket in place if your jacket doesn’t have a pocket.
Ski Pass Holders (That Don’t Fall Apart) Read More »
I’ve taught for years and seen plenty of crashes. Some people swear helmets make injuries worse. Here’s what the research (and real life) shows.
Do Ski and Snowboard Helmets Make Crashes Worse? Read More »
Forget duct tape. These are the snowboard tools I actually carry for fixing, tuning and dialing in my board. Also duct tape.
11 Best Snowboard Tools (What I Actually Carry) Read More »
Demoed the 2026 Capita Super DOA at Jackson and it surprised me. Stiffer, snappier and quite awesome. But does it beat the regular DOA?
CAPiTA Super DOA Snowboard Review (2026) Read More »
Avalanche shovels are not gear you cheap out on. I’ve dug pits, practiced rescues and hauled plenty of snow with these. Here are the 5 best avalanche shovels of 2026
5 Best Avalanche Shovels 2026 (Tried and Trusted Picks) Read More »
Check out the best ski gifts of 2026, covering everything from small essentials to serious gear upgrades. Perfect for skiers at any level.
15 Best Gifts for Skiers 2026 (Stuff We Actually Want) Read More »
Worked ski shop floors long enough to see the same binding mistakes again and again. Here’s what skiers get wrong and how to fix it before it ruins a day on the hill.
The Ski Binding Mistakes I Fix Most Often in the Shop Read More »
Looking for the best ski or snowboard balaclava? I tested face masks, balaclavas and neck gaiters to find the only ones worth buying in 2026.
7 Best Ski & Snowboard Balaclavas (2026) Read More »
