How Wide is Too Wide For Resort Skis?
Racing legend Daron Rahlves and PSIA Pro Michael Rogan weigh the pros and cons of skis with girth.
Reviews of the best skis, boots, bindings, apparel, and accessories of the year.
Racing legend Daron Rahlves and PSIA Pro Michael Rogan weigh the pros and cons of skis with girth.
The all-new on-piste, high-performance ski boots from Rossignol are built for the most demanding skiers
These skis make tackling firm snow and narrower trails a heck of a lot easier
Feathery jackets and other ounce-saving accessories are having a moment
Finding the perfect ski boot requires tapping into—and being able to articulate—feelings.
The Ultra gets a titanium case, sapphire face, significantly better battery life, and better GPS and off-grid route-tracking features, making it a much more robust backcountry tool
Skiing in the Rockies isn’t all blue skies and powder days—a quiver of skis will suit the different snow conditions you’ll encounter throughout the season.
This in-depth look at our ski testing criteria will help you decipher ski reviews.
Does your new pair of ski boots have GripWalk soles? If so, it may be time to update your bindings.
Looking for the perfect backcountry ski for deep days and big missions? Start here.
These wide, rockered planks will help you milk those powder days for all their worth.
These new backcountry ski boots are not too heavy, not too fragile, and are designed to tackle a variety of adventures
These all-mountain skis have a little more underfoot, more rocker, and more fun in powder
These narrower sticks may have a penchant for carving, but they also like to play in the bumps
These wide, rockered planks designed for the deepest days of the year do more than float—they fly
From early season laps to encouraging ladies to get comfortable on edge, these frontside tools with slimmer waists take skiing back to the fundamentals
Ski season is right around the corner. Get ready by updating your kit with the best skis, boots, and accessories of 2023.
Ideal skis for resorts where the snow is softer more often than not, the all-mountain wide skis also cater skiers who prefer float over finesse.
We give you the most versatile and responsive wide all-mountain ride of the year
An ideal ski for beginners to gain confidence on hardpack and corduroy
Want an all-mountain ski that can rail off-piste like it rails on groomers? Here you go
If you liked the Salomon S/Max, wait till you step into this new boot
This year’s category winner makes everyone who skis it feel like a star
This tough bird won’t let you down when the pow turns to crud
A ski made for the technical backcountry lines of the Rockies
If you’re looking for a no-nonsense frontside ski that excels in crud, look no further
This year’s most forgiving powder ski is also a ton of fun
A tried and true favorite that delivers in crud
We challenge you to find a more playful and responsive backcountry ski than this
This year’s chart-topping wide all-mountain ski for ladies lives for soft snow and crud
A wide all-mountain ski for the more playful skiers out there
Wait until you feel the design upgrades to this best-seller
A slight change in construction makes the new Kendo 88 more accessible and more fun
These traditional downhill ski boots are built for ladies who charge the resort
The best backcountry skis for women aren't just lightweight skis that power up the skintrack. They’re bonafide downhill performers.
If speed is your friend, this ski belongs in your quiver
This ski was voted the most playful ski among this year’s crop of women’s all-mountain skis
With a more moderate waist, this is the ski for East Coast pow hounds and those of us who live in reality
This accessible all-mountain tool for ladies earned high marks in versatility and quickness
When the fluff turns to crud, this is the ski you want underfoot
Featuring tech inserts, rubber soles, and hike-modes with plenty of range of motion, these boots make short work of uphill slogs
A true frontside ski made for all levels of skiers to improve their carving prowess
A ski for those who want an all-mountain ski, but don’t want to sacrifice the ability to carve
Looking for a jack-of-all-trades in the backcountry? Look no further
For soft snow and deep days, reach for these playful planks
The best powder ski of the year will make an all-time day even more all-time
If you gravitate towards quick and playful skis that can still hold their own when the going gets tough, check out this little number
If you’re an expert ripper looking for a ski that can keep up with you in the deep stuff, this is your ski
Truly a ski for everyone, in all conditions, wherever you ski
An easy-skiing option for all levels, especially newer or casual skiers
The runner-up in the women’s powder category is a force to be reckoned with
Power and precision are the name of the game with this tried and true favorite
This Sender is all-new, and it’s a crowd pleaser
A no-nonsense ski for ladies who don’t shy away from big mountain lines
Looking for goggs with magnetic lens change systems, UV protection, and color-boosting contrast? Look no further
This year’s No. 1 frontside ski has no true weakness
A beer-league racing ski for those ex-racer types out there
If you like to carve even when you have wide planks underfoot, this is your ski
This forgiving and energetic all-mountain ski is ideal for those looking to gain confidence off the groomed
Only advanced and expert skiers need apply to this pow ski with Titanal
The best women’s powder ski of the year is one heck of a fun ride
This ski offers an impressive balance between flotation and power
It’s hard to find a wide all-mountain ski that’s this stable at speed
This year’s most exciting new backcountry ski charges like a downhill ski
A high-performance boot for advanced skiers with narrow feet
This ski is one of the best in class when it comes to balancing performance and approachability
Finally, an Enforcer designed to adventure beyond the ropes
This year’s Most Improved award goes to this energetic and fun ski
This year’s best wide all-mountain ski is a tried and true performer
A quick whip for all-mountain adventures in tight terrain
This year’s No. 2 ski is a wider waisted frontside ski that can crush groomers as well as the crud
It’s not the lightest backcountry option out there, but if you’re plowing through backcountry crud, this is the ski you want underfoot
These skis let you bring the playfulness of your resort skiing to the backcountry
If you’re looking for a confidence-inspiring teaching tool to help you level up, give this ski a try
This easy-going ride will follow you wherever you go, as long as it’s on edge
This quick and reliable backcountry ski for ladies gets the job done on all but the deepest of days
If you’re a carver girl at heart but need something a little wider underfoot, the Ripstick 94 W is your compromise
This ski didn’t steal the show again this year, but you’d be hard pressed to find a better crud ski
This wider all-mountain ski can cut through crud and carve up groomers
If you have your sights set on long backcountry tours even during low tide, this ski may be just the ticket